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
Note from designer: I chose to design the year 1867 on the pocket because while I was looking up some information on jack o'lanterns, I came across a site that told of the first image of a carved pumpkin being published in an 1867 issue of Harper's Weekly.
This design features a white cottage planted in a peaceful garden of spring daisies and lilies. The design does not have to be finished into a drum, however; it would also make a charming pincushion!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Gray linen with DMC floss and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 180W x 58H.
"We will always remember." Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Eucalyptus by Fox and Rabbit Designs with DMC floss, Weeks Dye Works floss and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 139W x 114H. Finished size: 7 3/4" x 6 1/3"
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Almond Bluff linen by Seraphim Hand Dyed Fabrics with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 56W x 90H. Finished Size: 3.5" x 5".
"Resolved, That the flag of the United States be thirteen stripes, alternate red and white; that the union be thirteen stars, white in a blue field, representing a new Constellation." Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Oaken linen by picture This Pluse with DMC floss, Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 168W x 185H. Finished size: 9 1/3" x 10 1/4"
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.
"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. Finished size is 12.39 in wide X 5.06 in high.
Model stitched on 36 Ct. Winter Brew by R&R Reproductions with Gentle Art Sampler threads, Weeks Dye Works floss and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 227W x 189H.
"Land of the free". All three stockings were stitched on 36 ct Vintage Meadow Rue using Weeks Dye Works floss. Each stocking is 49x124 including the outline, which serves only as a cutting guide and is not stitched.
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 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!
Having grown up in a military family, I have always loved patriotic holidays. To me, however, the entire summer is patriotic season! This design is red with poppies, blue with stars, and the feline brings in the white. Whether you're a cat person or not, I hope you can find some fun in stitching... Read more
A beautiful red brick house adorns the center of this design. The bottom has a row of American flags, but a white rabbit seems to have stolen one and a red fox is in hot pursuit!
The model was stitched on 36 Ct. Affogato by Fiber on a Whim with Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 123W x 109H.
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!
This pattern from Plum Street Samplers features two dogs in sweaters and a coffee cup!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 ct. Oatmeal by Fiber on a Whim with DMC floss, Weks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 157W x 65H. Finished size: 8.7" x 3.6"
Note from the designer: "This companion to Harvest Delivery, Halloween Delivery, Summer Delivery, and Spring Delivery features Mrs. Claus riding in her sleigh on what appears to be a windy day; her hat is billowing behind her, yet her noble deer is standing still. (I didn't quite think that... Read more
This Plum Street Sampler design features a brick house and flowers at the top and at the bottom, "This is the day that the Lord hath made. We will rejoice and be glad in it."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Barb's Blend by R&R Reproductions with DMC floss, Weeks Dye... Read more
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Patriot's Brew with DMC floss, Weeks Dye Works floss and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 161W x 182H. Finished size: 9" x 10 1/8".
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. 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. Oatmeal by Fiber on a Whim with Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 165W x 119H. Finished size: 9.16" x 6.6"
Model stitched one over two on 36 Ct. Gray linen using DMC floss, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 76W x 73H. Design Size: 4" x 4"
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Weathered Shingle linen by R&R Reproductions with Weeks Dye Works floss, DMC floss, and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 97W x 96H.
Model stitched one over two on 36 Ct. Oaken using Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks. Trim is Vintage chenille by Lady Dot Creates. Stitch Count: 64w x 92h. Design Size: 4" x 6"
"Every Good and Perfect Gift is From Above". Model is stitched on 36 count Vintage Light Examplar by Lakeside Linen using Classic Colorworks. Stitch count is 182W x 164H.
Model stitched over two threads on 36 Ct. Olde Towne Blend by R&R Reproductions with Gentle Art Sampler threads, Classic Colorworks and Week Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 122x81.
"What is this that thou has done? Now the serpent was more subtle than any beast of the field." Model stitched on 36 count Vintage Light Examplar using Needlepoint Inc. and Gloriana threads. Stitch count: 417W x 190H.