To add to my growing flock of birds, this piece was adapted from a French antique in my collection. The original has been adapted to simplify the colour palette and make the birds more vibrant. The original stitcher's name has been charted for those who want to include it.
During my recent research on color theory and the history of color wheels, I began musing on different ways to express the relationships between colors. This design is the result of that brainstorming!
Model stitched on 32 count linen from using 16 DMC threads. Stitch count: 133 x 133 and the finished size is 8.31" x 8.31".
Celebrate your love of stitching with a wicked twist! The Stitchers' Tombstones series by Dirty Annie's Southern Style turns the art of cross stitch into a darkly humorous graveyard of stitching legends. Each design features a witty epitaph that every needleworker can relate to-whether... Read more
This pattern from MTV Designs features a spooky Halloween design with a haunted house and dancing ghosts!
Stitched on 32 ct linen with DMC floss. Stitch count is 91 x 81. Finished size is 5.69 in wide X 5.06 in high. Finished using Lady Dot Creates Licorice Chenille.
Cross stitch pattern from Keslyns featuring a holiday themed moon design with snowflakes and cut houses!
Pattern is stitched on 40 count fabric using one strand of floss over two fabric thread with Au Ver a Soie floss. Stitch count is 117 x 94 and the finished size is 5.85" x 4.7".
The birds have gathered for a grand meeting on a starry night, hosted by the Peacock and featuring a variety of exotic birds which are individually listed in the chart.
The pattern is stitched on 32ct Navy Blue Linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 275w x 244h. Finished size on 32 ct is 17.19 in wide X 15.25 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Quaint Rose Needle Arts featuring three Christmas animal, all wearing festive pants!
Model stitched on 36 ct Smoke Blue linen using DMC floss. Stitch count: 70w x 70h each. Finished size is 3.9 in wide X 3.9 in high. Finished on the Bauble Bundle by Chantelle's 141 Design Co.
A second cardinal sits perched on a snow-covered star next to his moon companion. But in an instant, he takes off in a blur of crimson, following his friend into the deep winter night.
Model stitched on 16 ct aida with DMC floss. Stitch count is 64 x 67 and the finished size is 4" x 4.2".
Out of all the different cookies Santa gets to eat on Christmas Eve, his absolute all-time favorite cookies are, of course, baked with love by Mrs. Claus. She keeps his cookie jar stocked full so he always has snacks available when he's making his list and checking it twice! Don't be naughty, be... Read more
Tommy's Pumpkin Patch is a companion design to Hazel's Blackberry Burrow It has a squirrel named Tommy, who lives in a pumpkin house in a pumpkin patch.
Pattern is stitched on 36 count fabric with Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Arts floss (DMC conversion included). Stitch Count: 163 x 98. Finished Size: approx 9.06" x 5.44" each.
Secret Garden was inspired by nature, the magic of gardening season and watercolor paintings I've been drawn too recently. Not only was this pattern a joy to design, but even more fun to stitch! For a little extra sparkle, I worked the star shapes stitched throughout the pattern in gold metallic... Read more
Join three ghostly friends on a crisp autumn evening as they travel from the forest to town delivering a Halloween greeting! This piece uses a small color palette and I just love how the vibrant oranges pop!
Model stitched on both a moody dark fabric as well as a lighter neutral, both... Read more
Even though it was a very cold, snowy winter day, the town's people were feeling the warmth and joy of Christmas. Children are skating happily on the rink in the square, while a man with a tree hurries to get home. Carolers sing their most beautiful Christmas carols around a tree across from the... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Quaint Rose Needle Arts featuring the words "Cross stitch linen aida needles threads sew hoops samplers pins count twice stitch once"!
Model stitched on 36 count Sandcastle by Fox and Rabbit and 18 count perforated paper using Gloriana silk floss and The... Read more
This beautiful design by JBW features the quote, "Do all things with kindness".
The model was stitched on 36 ct. Platinum by Zweigart with Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks threads (includes DMC conversion). Stitch count is 130 x 77 with a finished size of 7.22" x 4.28".
This cross stitch design from Puntini Puntini features three countryside animal ornaments!
Stitched on 32 ct Vintage Country Mocha Belfast linen with DMC threads. Each animal has a stitch count of 67 x 66 with a finished size of 4.19" x 4.13".
Cross stitch pattern from Scarlett House featuring an vintage inspired sampler design with the phrase "The rhythm of my needle gently as it goes making little switches sweetly as it sews".
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct. linen with Weeks Dye Works floss (includes DMC Conversion). Stitch count is 166 x 303. Finished size is 8.3" x 15.15".
From Dirty Annie's Southern Style comes Support Your Local Murder, a witty and Gothic cross stitch design perfect for bird lovers, dark humor enthusiasts, and Halloween decorators alike. This striking sampler-style pattern features regal crowns, charming heart motifs, and-of course-plenty of... Read more
Celebrate your love of stitching with a wicked twist! The Stitchers' Tombstones series by Dirty Annie's Southern Style turns the art of cross stitch into a darkly humorous graveyard of stitching legends. Each design features a witty epitaph that every needleworker can relate to-whether... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Keslyns featuring a sweet and curious kitten!
Pattern is stitched on 36 count fabric using one strand of floss over two fabric threads with Treenway Silks(Black Roses) and Au Ver A Soie(MMT-438) floss. Stitch count is 71 x 151 and the finished size is 3.94" x 8.39".
The "Beekeeping Crows" design from Happiness Is HeartMade is a set of 3 patterns. The first design has two crows perched on either side of a beehive with several bees buzzing above. They are surrounded by a field of sunflowers, and there are sunflower bands at the top and bottom of the... Read more
The "Sunflower Serenade" design from Happiness Is HeartMade is inspired by an early 20th century needlework chart. This late summer design is stitched in 4 colors and uses only whole stitches. Stitched on Rustico or Oatmeal.
Stitch count is 103 x 103 and the finished size... Read more
The "Faith: Hebrews 11:1" pattern from Happiness Is HeartMade is designed around the popular and encouraging Bible verse "Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen." It includes a little bird watching over its nest, symbolizing its faith in what... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Mani Di Donna featuring a Halloween themed sampler design with skulls and ghosts reading "Happy Halloween".
The model was stitched on 32ct Linen using Weeks Dye Works floss (with DMC Conversion). Stitch count is 89 x 78 and the finished size is 5.56" x 4.88".
This design is based on a vintage Halloween black cat motif. Clearly this scaredy cat is spooked by Halloween festivities.
Stitched on 20 ct with Cottage Garden Threads(Felix not listed), Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and DMC floss. Stitch count is 143 x 138 with a finished size of 7.15" x 6.9".
Also requires Cottage Garden Floss "Felix" not listed.
Cross stitch pattern from Little Robin Designs featuring a reproduction sampler of a cat sitting in a box watching a bird!
Pattern is stitched on 40ct Steel linen from Fiber on a Whim using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 106w x 79h. Finished size is 5.3 in wide X 3.95 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Little Robin Designs featuring a cute colorful sampler!
Pattern is stitched on 40ct Fox & Rabbit 'Black Swan using Classic Colorworks, DMC and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 162w x 173h. Finished size is 8.1 in wide X 8.65 in high.
A fun piece that celebrates all the witty, wise and wonderfully witchy life mottos to live by.
The pattern is stitched on 32ct Ancient Belfast Linen using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch count is 156w x 208h. Finished size on 32 ct is 9.75 in wide X 13 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Erin Elizabeth featuring a sign that says "Fright this way"!
Pattern is stitched on 14 ct Vintage Country Mocha Aida using DMC thread. Stitch count is 62 x 62 and the finished size is 4.43" x 4.43".
Cross stitch pattern from Erin Elizabeth featuring a house in the shape of Frankenstein's head!
Pattern is stitched on 14 ct Vintage Country Mocha Aida using DMC thread. Stitch count is 62 x 62. Finished size is 4.43" x 4.43".
Last year's pumpkin patch was inspirational! As well as the local owl population!
Pattern is stitched on 32-count linen using DMC floss with Needlepoint Silk Conversions. Stitch count is 125 wide x 115 high, finished size is 7.81" x 7.19".
Cross stitch pattern from Crafty Bluebonnet Designs featuring the phrase "Everyone can build an snowman"!
Pattern is stitched on 32 count Light Taupe Lugana by Zweigart using Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch count is 117 x 108. Finished size is 7.31" wide X 6.75" high. Finished on a Snowflake Distressed Wood Frame by Paisleys and Polka Dots.