Museum textile archives are a veritable treasure trove of fascinating cultural tidbits, but not often in a form that is accessible or useful to the people that would most appreciate them. in 2017 I brought you an original sampler featuring Sumatran dragons and other Indonesian motifs from dozens of... Read more
Model stitched over two threads on 28 Ct. Sprite by Picture This Plus using Fiberlicious Silk Main model: Opal Galaxy Bright insert: Neverland (requires two 40 meter skeins) The brighter version was done on 32 Ct. Gossamer linen. Stitch count 115x115
It's a circus of interlocking circles! Pick your favorite floss color and have fun with this unique design! Use 1 or 2 strands of DMC or Hand-Dyed floss over 1 or 2 threads of linen (you'll need about 9 skeins of DMC floss). Stitch Count: 247W x 185H. Model stitched with DMC 111 (variegated gold) on 32 Ct. Black Evenweave.
This cross stitch pattern from Ink Circles features five small red boats (the Dinghy, the Canoe, the Jon Boat, the Runabout, and the Skiff). Inspired by antique Sumatran weaving motifs.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Cafe au Lait by Fiber on a Whim with Gloriana Silk Floss. Stitch count is 197 x 175.
A symmetrical bouquet of brightly colored wildflowers will make a lovely cushion or framed piece. Stitched in four shades of Classic Colorworks cotton floss on 32 count linen. Stitch count is 111 x 111.
No bones about it - we all love spooky stitching. You've got plenty of time before Halloween to stitch up this collection of bones that comprises the latest piece in the Arrangement series.
When stitched on 30 count Dolphin by Weeks Dye Works as shown, it fits nicely in a 5 x 7" frame.... Read more
Inspired by the geometric symmetrical designs that have been decorating thresholds in India for centuries. The rangoli represents the happiness, positivity and liveliness of a household, and is intended to welcome the goddess of wealth and good luck. Unlike the Indian folk art counterparts made with... Read more
These goofy birds are sure to put you in a good mood. This muster of peacocks find their inspiration from a 1918 magazine article discussing using textile motifs to decorate ceramic wares. So, historically accurate but aesthetically questionable. They finish up at a stitch count of 195 x 153... Read more
This playful geometric design will have your needle twisting and turning around the dots and crosses. It's based on a traditional Indian design style called Rangoli or Kolam.
Pattern is stitched on 30 ct Gray by Weeks Dye Works using DMC threads. Pattern includes the stitching chart only,... Read more
Stitch the nine motifs (69 x 69) individually, or stitch them together with the borders to create one Jolly Green Giant sampler (267 x 267). It's shown stitched with four variegated colors of Threadworx arranged in a gradient. Stitch counts/color numbers for the four colors darkest first are:... Read more
Interlocking circles ring the cheery hearts in this special piece stitched with four shades of Cottage Garden Threads on Weeks Dye Works 30 count Sanguine linen. The CGT colors are part of the Hearts for Pam color set. Pattern includes the stitching chart only, but as you can see it is a good size... Read more
By popular demand, we bring to you a companion piece to the Garden of Zig. You couldn't get enough of these funky angular flora, so I made more. Use the five shades of Cottage Garden Threads colors or select your own. It's not your grandmother's rose garden. The model was stitched on 32 count... Read more
Delicate indeed when stitched in the colors shown, a subtle shade (#1130) of ThreadworX cotton floss on 40 count Cocoa linen by Fiber on a Whim. It's a bit tough to photograph, but is lovely in person. Stitchers can also choose to liven up the palette or use a multitude of colors to create their... Read more
Navigate the ins and outs as the paths weave about in this four-sided Celtic Design. It's stitched in Valdani Cotton 6-ply Embroidery Floss on Weeks Dye Works 32 count Baby's Breath linen. The design stitch count is 115 x 115 stitches square.
Also required but not listed is Valdani 6 ply Marine.
Have you been nautical or nice this year? Either or both, I present to you the Seas & Greetings sampler. It features three ships rigged for the holidays and answers that burning question of how the narwhal came to have a wreath on her tusk. There are several spots for personalization with initials... Read more
Can you not help but smile when the box of ornaments is pulled from the attic? You open this collection of memories and enjoy each's unique shape and colors as you place them on the tree. This chart shows a variety of different decorations laid out and waiting to be hung.
Model stitched on Black Belfast 32 count linen using DMC threads. This is used to create this striking design, reminiscent of a stained-glass window. Stitch Count: 115 x 115. Design Size: 7.19" x 7.19"
This small symmetrical design uses three shades of Classic Colorworks cotton floss to create a flowering feathery mandala. It's shown on forty count hand-dyed linen and finished into a delicate pillow using Lady Dot Creates pom pom trim. Pom Pom color is Vintage.
Model stitched on 40 count fabric using Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 75w x 75h. Design Size: 3.75" x 3.75".
Cross stitch pattern from Ink Circles featuring a beautiful geometric design with flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Linen from Fox and Rabbit using The Gentle Arts floss with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 97 x 97. Finished size is 5.39" x 5.39".
This monochromatic sampler features fanciful birds and flowers, along with numbers and the alphabet.
It was stitched with 1 ply of Gloriana silk floss in Iris over two threads stitched on 40 count linen. Stitch count is 97 x 153 and has 5142 cross stitches. Finished size is 4.85" x 7.65".
This is one of four new cross stitched sigils created to help manifest good things this year.
This was stitched with Silk 'N Colors Frosted Auburn silk (two skeins of 5 yard 12-ply floss required) and stitched on 32 count fabric. Stitch count is 117 x 117 and has 5849 cross stitches. Finished size is a 7.5" square.
Pattern is stitched on 30 ct Parchment from Weeks Dye Works using Valdani threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 133 x 133. Finished size is 9" x 9".
These bold but delicate roses climb a square trellis, showcasing one of Treenway Silks 65 Roses floss collection: Night Owl. It was stitched with 1 ply over 2 threads stitched on 36 count Dust Bunny linen by Fox and Rabbit. Stitch count is 89 x 89. Finished size is 4.94" x 4.94".
Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Belfast using 3 six-yard, 12-ply skeins of Gloriana Silk "Thistle Purple." Stitch Count: 115W x 115H. Design Size: 7.25" x 7.25"
Large model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Dusty Road and small model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Haunted from Seraphim Hand Dyed Fabrics using DMC floss. Stitch Count for Large Model: 129x129. Design Size: 8.25" x 8.25". Stitch Count for Small Model: 57x57. Design Size: 4.25" x 4.25"