Note from the designer: This sweet little verse comes from an entry in my great-grandmother's autograph book, dated from the early 1880's. Combined with motifs and pattern bands from my collection of little books' of the same time period, the pin pillow and berries make a sweet trio of smalls. Shown... Read more
Note from the designer: A look through antique pattern books provides quite the selection of quirky birds! These designs feature that bevy, flock, or gaggle - and illustrate two very different (and interchangeable) looks depending on your color preferences.
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Next in the buttoned-up' series is this holiday design straight from the classic Christmas song. Bright and cheerful colors with some running backstitch/blackwork details are accented with the included hand-dyed buttons. Stitch the pin pillow, the berry or both - and Merry Christmas!
Inspired by and adapted from an antique sampler, this wonderful tree is the centerpiece with its woodland creatures and classic border. I've added the verse to remind us of the season of thanksgiving, but it's a sentiment to honor all year long. The companion berry features the squirrel, and... Read more
The Christmas tree is likely one of the most recognizable symbols of the holiday season! This rendering is comprised of pattern bands/borders inspired by my collection of vintage pattern books. Primarily monochromatic, your options for fabric/floss combinations are plentiful. The framed piece... Read more
It's a trio of berries celebrating the Christmas season - full of traditional colors and motifs. It's never too late to stitch more Christmas decor - right? Remember my seasonal berry trios from a few years ago? This is the first of more berries of these sets to celebrate various holidays.... Read more
Introducing a "quilt to cross-stitch" design. The quilt/applique pattern was designed by Julie Porter of Farmhouse Cottons. Julie is a true friend from across the miles. I fell in love with Julie's Witch, Winifred, from the moment I saw her.
Pattern is stitched on 32 Count fabric. Stitch count is 265 x 193. Finished size is 18.93" x 13.79".
Cross stitch pattern from Frony Ritter Designs featuring a green tractor pulling a trailer full of pumpkins with the words "Oh Don't Get Yer Pumpkins in a Pile".
Pattern is stitched on 18 ct. Mocha using Gentle Arts Simply Wool floss. The stitch count is 66 x 43 and the finished... Read more
The models are stitched on 36 count Vintage Country Mocha linen. Stitch with one ply of thread over 2 linen threads.
Stitch counts:
One square: 53 wide by 56 high
Two squares: 109 wide by 56 high
Three squares: 165 wide by 56 high
Cross stitch pattern from From The Heart featuring a sampler with the phrase "The Lord is my shepherd"!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct linen using threads from Silk 'N Colors, The Gentle Art and or DMC. There are thread conversions for DMC threads. Stitch count is 72 x 108. Finished size is 3.6 in wide X 5.4 in high.
Pattern by Gigi R featuring an antique sampler reproduction from 1864 which has the words, "Little deeds of kindness, little words of love make our earth an Eden like to heaven above. Elizabeth A Wenden October 1864."
Model stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Beige linen with Weeks Dye Works floss (or DMC 939). Stitch Count: 170W x 187H. Finished size: 8 1/2" x 9 1/4".
A variegated design surrounds the saying "Judge your success by what you had to give up in order to get it".
Model stitched on 28 ct African Daisy Jobelan using DMC color variations, Mill Hill beads, and either Anchor or DMC threads. Stitch count is 137 x 142.
Cross stitch pattern from Glendon Place featuring the phrase "May yer blessings outnumber the thistles that grow, and may trouble avoid ye wherever ye go"!
Model stitched on 28 ct. White Jobelan using Dinky Dyes and DMC thread. Stitch count is 203 x 140.
Design from Glendon Place featuring a sunshine, palm trees and the saying "Summer Breeze makes me feel fine."
Model stitched on 28 ct. White Opalescent Lugana using Sulky/Sullivans/Anchor/DMC thread. Stitch count is 82 x 54.
A fun green pattern with the phrase, "When I count my blessings, I count you twice".
Stitched on 28 count Goassamer Cashel Linen by Picture this Plus. Requires 9 colors of Dinky-Dyes Silk Floss, 6 colors of Mill Hill Beads, and 1 color of Sullivans/DMC or Anchor for attaching... Read more
This Autumnal pattern features colorful leaves and acorns with the phrase "My favorite color is October".
Stitched on 28 ct. Butternut Cashel Linen by Crossed Wing Collection. Requires 15 Colors of Weeks Dye Works. Sullivans/DMC and Anchor comparables provided in the chart in... Read more
"Go your own way". Model stitched over 2 threads on 27/28 Ct. fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Design size: 3 3/4" x 4 1/2". Designed by Peter Underhill.
"A grandchild completes life's circle of love". Designed by Peter Underhill. Chart recommends 14 count Aida or 27 count Evenweave. Uses DMC floss. Approximate design size: 9" x 6.25"
"In a world where you can be anything...be kind". Designed by Peter Underhill. Chart recommends 14 count Aida or 27 count Evenweave. Uses DMC floss. Approximate design size: 6.5" x 5.75"
"Coffin Paint After-Lifetime Warranty" Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. linen with Classic Colorworks floss and Kreinik #4 Braid. Stitch Count: 49 x 72. Finished size: 3" x 4.5".
Models stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads, Weeks Dye Works floss, Classic Colorworks floss and DMC floss. Shown with a Star Spangled Pin-Mini set and buttons from Just Another Button Company.
Stitch counts and finished sizes are as follows;
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"Stand tall, wear a crown & be sweet!" "Work that Crown" Models stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Platinum Belfast linen with DMC floss. Stitch Counts: Stand Tall Tray - 93x93, Flamboyance Drum - 150x33, Work that Crown Pinkeep & Fob - 50x49 and 15x24. Shown with Pin-Mini Flamingo pin set from Just Another Button Company.
Pattern by Hands On Design featuring a deer with Santa Claus and the words "Deer Santa, I've been good".
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. linen with Weeks Dye Works floss and Kreinik #4 Braid. Buttons by Just Another Button Company. Stitch Count: 41 x 64. Finished size: 2 1/2" x 4".
"Reflect upon your present blessings" Model stitched over two on 32 Ct. White Belfast using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 89x89. Design Size: 6" x 6". Buttons Included.
"May your day be blessed by the grace of a flower touched by the sun" Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Platinum using Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 67x97. Design Size: 4" x 6"
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. linen with Weeks Dye Works floss and Kreinik #4 Braid. Buttons by Just Another Button Company. Stitch Count: 42 x 60. Finished size: 2.6" x 3.75"
Let's Talk Winter by Hands on Design is inspired by traditional chalkboard signs. Featuring Christmas and holiday themed words and phrases, everything from "Warm Winter Wishes" to "Snow Day" and "Blizzard".
Models stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. linen with DMC... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Hands on Design featuring a new 'hallmark moment' classic for the day of hearts & love! I say make it a useful pincushion to be displayed & used year round. "I love you a waffle lot!"
Model Stitched on 32 ct. Antique White Belfast using DMC floss. Stitch count: Waffle Top 65 x 65; Waffle Bottom 65 x 65. Finished sizes: 4.06" x 4.06".
Cross stitch pattern from Hands on Design featuring a continuation of #chalktalk!
Model Stitched on 32 ct. linen using DMC floss. Stitch counts and finished sizes are;
Framed: 110 x 135 & 6.88" x 8.44"
Stitch & Stow Bag: 81 x 82 & 5.06" x 5.13"
Pincushion: 60 x 63 & 3.75" x 3.95".
Cross stitch pattern from Hands on Design featuring good options when we're talking about the beach. More Beach offers both a sampler and a small - perfect for your beach house or that room in your house where you dream of the beach!
Model Stitched on 32 ct Country French Rain using Weeks... Read more