This time of year generally calls for vampire bats, but let's not forget about their flying-fox- cousins, the fruit bats! Fruit bats love fruit (figs being a favorite), nectar, and flowers. The bats themselves were quite a challenge to design, but I really had fun with them!
Note from designer: This was originally named Grimalkin's Haunt, since "grimalkin" is another name for a cat (which you probably already knew, but I only just found out shortly before designing this). It was originally an exclusive release last year, and it is now being released openly. I... Read more
Note from designer: Christmas Mini Moon came out this past December and this is the next in the minis. Technically it should be called "Summer Mini Moon," but at the time I didn't know I would make a series out of it. Anyway, I had fun finishing it into a little pillow with four skinny... Read more
This pattern from Plum Street Samplers features a church, sheep and "Jesus loves me, this I know."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 ct. Boardwalk by Colour and Cotton with DMC floss, Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 142W x 150H. Finished size:... Read more
This little design features a tiny frog hoping to go unnoticed under his shady spot; don't all our stitching frogs tend to go unnoticed until we're pretty far into our projects? Ha!
The model was stitched over two threads on 36 ct Vintage Country Mocha with Classic Colorworks floss.... Read more
Model stitched over two on 36 Ct. Plum Street Blend by R&R Reproductions for the model on the front. The alternate fabric would be 36 Ct. Vintage Examplar by Lakeside Linens both using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count 54x90.
Paulette notes, "I love seeing all the charcuterie board ideas online, so I thought it would be fun to come up with a Halloween- themed one in cross stitch, complete with groupings of little spooky motifs. We have eyeballs, spiders, bats, stars, crows, candy corn, pumpkins, and ghosts - all... Read more
Note from the designer: In my everlasting love for all things General Washington, here we have his beloved war horse, Nelson. This is a companion to "Blueskin" (his more beautiful but skittish horse), which was released in 2018. While my version of Blueskin was designed with George's... Read more
I love Pilgrims, can you tell? This lumbar pin pillow features a little Pilgrim couple celebrating the festivities outside their bright red home - which I'm sure is the talk of the town, being so red and all! They've welcomed in their friends with that eternal symbol of hospitality, the... Read more
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Colonial Brown linen by R&R Reproductions with Weeks Dye Works, DMC, and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 178W x 99H. Finished size: 9.8" x 5.5"
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Hazelwood by Fiber On a Whim with Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 159W x 71H. Finished size: 8.8" x 3.94".
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. American Chestnut linen with Classic Colorworks fl oss, DMC floss, and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 57W x 92H.
"Welcome Home" Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Winter Brew linen with DMC floss, Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 106W x 113H.
"Judge not, that ye not be judged." Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 ct. Stars Hollow Blend by R&R Reproductions with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 223x91.
"O beautiful for heroes proved in liberating strife, who more than self their country loved, and mercy more than life!" Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 ct. Vintage Examplar by Lakeside Linens with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 168W x 185H.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Patriot's Brew linen with Weeks Dye Works floss, DMC floss and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 58x48 each.
Model stitched over two threads on 36 Ct. Vintage Beeswax by R&R Reproductions using Classic Colorworks, DMC & Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count: 137W x 148H.
"A Yuletide Welcome to Thee." Model stitched on 36 Ct. Vintage Buttercream by Lakeside Linens with Gentle Art Sampler threads and Needlepoint Inc Silks. Stitch Count: 333W x 172H.
"Here in the ruft and autumn bower the Knobby Gourd and bitter flower. We merry make and sing Hooray!to our friend Jack on his birthday!" Model stitched on 35 Ct. Abecedarian linen by R&R Reproductions with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 168W x 185H.
Models stitched on 36 Ct. Vintage Meadow Rue by Lakeside Linens with Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count for each design: 43W x 43H.
Two "mean" dogs are featured in this design with the saying "Meanie Weenies."
The model was stitched over two threads on 36 Ct. Hemingway by Needle & Flax with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks & DMC floss. Stitch Count: 144W x 67H. Finished Size: 8"w x 3.72"h. Finished Size: 8"w x 3.72"h.
This design features a row of tiny houses (and one dog house) lined up under a dove, a symbol of peace - being closely followed by our national bird. The verse on the top is from 2 Corinthians 3:17. What I love most about this design is that each home is linked to the next with a continuous welcome... Read more
This is the second in the seasons pincushion series, and I think my favorite part about this chart is the Bible verse: Proverbs 31:21 - "She is not afraid of the snow for her household: for all her household are clothed with scarlet." I think that is just the loveliest verse!
The model was stitched on 36 Ct. Barb's Blend by R&R Reproductions (or fabric of your choice) with Weeks Dye Works Floss. Stitch Count: 91W x 126H. Finished size: 5" x 7".
Both models were stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Vintage Meadow Rue linen with Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Counts: Bird - 54W x 54H, Acorn - 19W x 19H.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Vintage Country mocha linen with Weeks Dye Works floss, DMC floss, and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 87W x 72H. Finished size: 5" x 4".
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Ligonier Latte by R&R Reproductions with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 158 x 63. Finished size is 8.78 in wide X 3.5 in high.
I shall be miserable if I have not an excellent library. Model stitched over two on 36 Ct Liberty Gathering Gray by R&R Reproductions using Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks. Stitch count 113x147.