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
"Feelin' Beachy Keen" Model stitched over 2 thread on 32 Ct. Country French Cafe Mocha linen with DMc floss and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 69W x 69H.
Model stitched over two on 32 Ct. Country French Cafe Mocha using Classic Colorworks and Gentle Arts threads. Stitch Count: 51x51. Design Size: 3" x 3".
Model stitched on 32 Ct. Colonial Parchment using Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 51W x 51H. Design Size: 3" x 3". Also required for the chenille trim, but not listed above Lady Dot Creates Thundercloud.
This sampler from Mille Fleur features a wooded scene at the top with a large tree and animals. The bottom is a series of bands including hearts, flowers, and scrolls. Stitched on light mocha linen using DMC threads. The stitch count is 120X190. Finished size is 8.5 x 13.5 in.
Note from the designer: "The history of Hungarian embroidery goes back thousands of years. Early in its history, Hungarian weaving and embroidery was primarily a male profession. However, it was soon joined by women creating beautiful textiles for their clothing and their homes. Although the... Read more
Model stitched on 32 count Light Sand Belfast Linen with Carrie's Threads (Antique Gold, Blue Dreams-2, Boysenberry, Cajun Coffee-2, Country Blue, Double Fudge Brownie-3, Masquerade, Mud Pie-3, Navy, Rosewood-2, Thanksgiving, Valley Green). The stitch count is 198W x 262H.
Nothing says summer to me like a cottage on the beach. This little sampler was designed to capture the essence of summer by the sea. It is filled with a variety of stitches from Cross Stitch to Fence Stitch to Straight Stitch and more. I have included detailed instructions of most of the stitches,... Read more
Cross stitch kit from Riolis featuring two tree frogs on a branch! This package includes 14 count Zweigart Aida fabric with pre-printed background, Anchor stranded cotton threads in 24 colors, needle, instructions and color chart. Design: Frogs. Finished size 7.75x7.75 inches.
This cross stitch kit contains one color chart, 14 count cotton fabric for cross stitch, woolen and acrylic yarn 30 colors, one needle and instructions. 10 1/4" x 15".
"Meet under the tree for a spooky picnic". Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 345x117. Shown with charms (not included).
Note from the designer - "At age nine in 1818, Sarah Dutnel created this unusual "tree of life" sampler. A traditional carnation and tulip border in subtle, earthy shades of gold, brown, and cream surrounds the tree. Dogs, deer, birds, stars, potted plants, trees and flowers flank the... Read more
Model stitched on 40 ct Antique Cotton linen from R&R Reproductions using one strand of Needlepoint Silk over 2 threads of linen. Finished size is 7 5/8" x 5 1/2". Stitch count is 156w x 114h.
A wonderful design in my ADVENTURE SERIES:
GO WILD FOR A WHILE
All designs in this series are 80 stitches wide by 80 stitches high.
Many different ways to finish and or use this design.
Image shows a few, on a tote bag, framed and on a towel.
Let the adventurer in you let your... Read more