The design is based on an antique piece in my collection from the late 1800s.
Model stitched on 36 count linen with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss (DMC conversion included). Finished as pillow with rick-rack trim. Stitch count is 89 x 57. Finished size is 5" x 3.2"
The design is based on the quotation: "The joy we find in needlework adds comfort to our lives".
Model stitched on 37 ct. Russian Tea Cake linen using Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch count is 125 x 105. Finished size is 6.76" x 5.68"
Pattern by JBW Designs featuring nine well-known quilt block designs.
Model stitched on 36 count Parchment by Atomic Ranch with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss (DMC conversion included). Stitch count is 125 x 124. Finished size is 7" x 7".
Featuring 13 stars and several flags - A tribute to the 250th birthday of America. Two models pictured in booklet.
Model stitched on 36 ct. linen with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works (DMC Conversion included). Stitch count is 64 x 65. Finished size is 3.5" x 3.6"
This pattern from JBW Designs features a beautiful floral alphabet worked in two shades of blue.
The model was stitched over 1 threads on 36 Ct. Antique White Edinburgh linen with Classic Colorworks Morning Glory and DMC #3747. Stitch Count: 239W x 77H
Note from designer: The design When Cardinals Appear is based on the beautiful quotation: "When cardinals appear, loved ones are near". It's so meaningful to those of us who have lost a loved one. It is a companion to last years' Bluebird of Happiness Sampler. The model was stitched on a... Read more
From the French Country Collection. A beautiful Christmas stocking composed of an alphabet and Christmas motifs. A full alphabet is provided so you can replace the word Noel with a name.
Pattern is stitched on 25 ct Light Mocha Lugana using The Gentle Arts, Weeks Dye Works, or DMC floss.... Read more
This cross stitch pattern from JBW Designs features pink birds, berries and green leaves. "Notes: Eliza Coulter stitched the pink birds in 1849 at the age of 17. She was born in 1832. The birds were stitched in wool on Peleope canvas."
Model stitched on 36ct Espresso from R&R... Read more
One of my most popular releases of the past year, this was originally designed for a retreat.
The design is published as full-sized 8 page booklet, and includes the charts and finishing directions for four smalls. The original was worked on #32 R & R Linen (French Vanilla).
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".
Note from the designer: A Collection of Petite Samplers includes five samplers which were stitched from the years 1828 and 1894. The collection includes two small red samplers and another sampler worked in pastels. One of the most interesting samplers is worked in blue and was originally part of... Read more
Two models are shown in the booklet - one worked on #36 linen over two and another on #28 linen over one in red. A perfect gift for Anglophiles and travelers who have been to England. The design is made up of over nineteen motifs with a British theme. Finished in a wooden scalloped frame, made by The Bee Co.
This cross stitch pattern from JBW Designs features a round design with a stitching theme. Stitch count: 69x69. Two models were stitched, with Classic Colorworks and DMC threads. DMC conversion included.
Over two model stitched with 2 threads on 32ct Antique White Belfast.
Model stitched over two threads on 32 Ct. Blush linen by Weeks Dye Works with Classic Colorworks floss (or DMC 3688). Stitch Count: 82W x 81H. Finished size: 5.1" x 5.06". Bonus "Bunny with Umbrella" design stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Blush linen with Classic Colorworks House Wine. Stitch Count: 30W x 36H. Finished size: 1.9" x 2.25".
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Baby Pink linen with Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss (or DMC 3733, 3731). Stitch Count:58x58. Finished size: 3.62" round. Option provided to stitch over one thread on 28 Ct. White Lugana.
"To the Queen". Model #1 stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Blue Whisper Belfast linen with DMC floss. Model #2 stitched over 1 thread on 28 Ct. Navy Lugana with white DMC floss. Stitch Count: 71W x 63H.
Model stitched over two on 32 Ct. Antique White Belfast using DMC floss. Stitch count for Cardinal Tree: 33w x 39h Design Size: 2.06" x 2.4" For Four Trees: 31w x 39h, 1.93" x 2.4" Embellishments not included.
Stitched on 29 count Ivory Glenshee Linen with Crescent Colours. The stocking uses Kreinik #4 Braid and a brass holly charm available thru Jupiter (#15169). the gingerbread boy uses Mill Hill Beads and one white pom pom. The rocking horse uses Mill Hill Beads and Just Another Button Company... Read more
Adorable bees, beehives, birds and more are stitched in the round with one color of floss. Can be stitched over one or two threads of cloth.
Over two model was stitched on 36 Ct. Antique White linen. Over one model was stitched on 25 Ct. Antique White Lugana. Both designs used Queen Bee... Read more
This beautiful pattern from JBW Designs features birds, flowers and the saying "Gratitude is the fairest blossom which springs from the soul."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Desert Taipan from Fox & Rabbit with Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch count is 186 x 108. Finished size is 10.4" x 6"
Note from the designer: Combining antique motifs, borders and alphabet fonts is one of my favorites to design.
This is a monochromatic design that can be stitched on any fabric with any one color of floss. The blue model was stitched on 36 Ct. Mayflower from Fox & Rabbit with Belle Soie... Read more
The booklet is 8 1/2" H x 5" W and contains 10 pages, with full color pictures of each design.
There are eight baby samplers in the collection, made up of tiny motifs such as teddy bears, rocking horses, elephants, baby carriages, a stork, etc. An alphabet and number chart is... Read more
Inspired by the designs which can often be found on Scandinavian sweaters, this little stocking includes a church, borders, etc.
Two models were stitched: one on 36ct over two threads, and the smaller one on 28ct linen by Wichelt. The larger model was finished with a Lady Dot Creates Pom... Read more
Lovely alphabet fonts paired with wreaths, swags, and boughs lend an elegant air to my newest Christmas design.
Pattern is stitched on 37 ct Russian Tea Cake from Access Commodities. Two colourways were stitched for this design. The antique rose model used Romance from Weeks and #3354... Read more
This pattern from JBW Designs features a tree full of colorful birds.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. French Vanilla from R&R Reproductions with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 144W x 107H
A sweet little sampler stitched in 1908. (This antique sampler was the inspiration for the Bluebirds of Happiness sampler.) It would make a lovely companion to that piece. Stitched on #36 Edinburgh linen (Cream). It has a lovely zig zag border, graceful lettering, and it has such visual appeal as... Read more
Model stitched on 28ct. Antique Tan Linen with Week Dye Works Thread. DMC alternate 3362, and The Gentle Arts Thread alternative Baby Spinach. Stitch count is 62W X 78H.
Sea Gull stitched over 1 or 2 threads on 32 Ct. Vintage Belfast linen with Weeks Dye Works Blue Bonnet and Classic Colorworks Goldfish (or DMC 322, 3824). Stitch Count: 61W x 61H. Conch Shell stitched over 1 or 2 threads on 32 Ct. Elizabeth line from Fabrics By Stephanie with Classic Colorworks Strawberry Parfait (or DMC 962) and DMC floss #3716. Stitch Count: 80W x 48H.
Model stitched on either 32 Ct. Opalescent White Linen or 32 Ct. Navy Blue Linen using Classic Colorworks Blacksmith Blue or DMC floss B5200. Stitch Count: 84W x 102H. Design Size: 5.25" x 6.3"
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Antique White Belfast linen with DMC floss, Classic Colorworks floss, and DMC floss (or all DMC 165, 3364, 469, 3753, 157, 322, 963, 3326, 3688, 3350). Stitch Count: 119W x 96H. Finished size: 7.4" x 6".
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Antique Belfast with DMC floss, Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works.(or all DMC: 321, 3051, 3053, 523, 157, 744, 3862, and 3865) Stitch Count: 50x69.
This set of designs by JBW Designs features 5 different antique samplers from 5 different stitchers: Olive Rowley, Helene Schnoor, Edith Isherwood, Ada Padoan, and Monica Marshall.
Five antique samplers are included with this collection. Select a fabric and thread of your choice.
Olive... Read more
The model in blue was stitched on a #36 Antique White linen with one ply of floss over two threads. The stitch count is: 72 W x 68 H, and the finished size is approximately 4" round. It was mounted inside a metal clock from Hobby Lobby. The fiber used was a Weeks Dye Works in Periwinkle.
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Three models are pictured using this design. The stitch count is: 196 W x 57 H.
The model stitched in red on white: #36 Edinburgh linen; Winter Moon. Stitched over two; finished size: 11" W x 3" H. Stitched in Ribbon Red from Classic Colorworks.