Break out the sunscreen and head to the garden! I brought in some flowers and garden plants, as well as a few animal companions to celebrate the joys of gardening. So far we haven't shared our lettuce with the rabbits, but I expect they'll find it one of these days.
Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring a row of Meerkats in Christmas sweaters!
Pattern is stitched onb 40 ct Oyster Shell linen from Fox & Rabbit using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts, and Classic Colorworks threads. DMC conversion included. Stitch count is 84 x 45.
This design celebrates camping! Whether you prefer tents or campers, a lodge or a sleeping bag under the stars, there's something here for you. "I heard the mountain wind conversing with the trees"!
The model is stitched on 40 count "Light Mocha" linen from Zweigart using Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch count is 226 wide x 191 high.
Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring a bee surrounded by the rich colors of fall. From blazing leaves to colorful flowers and berries, the Autumn Bee is full of deep autumn color!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. French Country linen with Dinky Dyes Silk with... Read more
Model stitched over two on 40 Ct. Vintage Gray from R&R Reproductions using DMC floss, Weeks Dye Works Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 143W x 103H. Design Size: 7" x 5"
Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Mallow Linen using Needlepoint Inc Silk. Stitch Count: 111W x 115H. Design Size: 6" x 6". Trimmed with Nilla Lace and Vanilla Chenilled and backed with Cucumber Velveteen from Lady Dots Creates.
Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring an alpaca in a festive sweater and a Christmas tree! Stitch count of main design is 154w x 124h. Stitch count of smaller version is 94w x 124h. Design also uses Bella Lusso wool 093 and 095.
Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower inspired by the words of an old hymn. The idea is based on winter flowers and berries arranged in a low silver bowl. Stitch count 95w x 130h.
Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring a crowned goat surrounded by flowers.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Count Tinsmith linen from Colour & Cotton with DMC and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 70W x 73H. Finished size: 3.5" x 3.65"
Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Vintage Pecan Butter using Silk N Colors, Belle Soie, and Gloriana. Also need but not listed above Captain's Sea Chest and Grandpa's Pipe from Silk N Colors. Stitch Count: 86W x 88H. Design Size: 4" x 4".
"We are not amused" Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Antique Gold Linen using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler Threads, and Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 121W x 68H. Design Size: 6" x 3".
"You May Approach" Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Stars Hollow Linen using Weeks Dye Works, and Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 117W x 62H. Design Size: 6" x 3".
Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Raw Linen using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler Threads, and Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 151W x 116H. Design Size: 8" x 6".
Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Vintage Maple Sugar using Gentle Art Sampler Threads, and Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 131W x 97H. Design Size: 7" x 5".
"Love warms the heart" Model stitched over two on 40 Ct. Vintage Fawn from Lakeside Linens using DMC floss. Stitch Count for each 105W x 77H. Design Size: 6" x 4"
Model stitched over two on 36 Ct. Shale using DMC floss, Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 252W x 229H. Design Size: 14" x 13"
"A friend loveth at all times" Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Artichoke Linen from Colour & Cotton using Silk N Colors and Gloriana Silk Floss. Stitch Count: 181W x 89H. Finished Size: 9" x 4"
Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Raw Linen using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler Threads, and Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 159W x 111H. Design Size: 8" x 6".
"When lilacs fast in the dooryard bloom'd and the great star early dropp'd in the western sky, lilacs and star and bird twined, with the chase of my soul there is the fragrant pines"
Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Platinum Newcastle Linen using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art... Read more
Model stitched over two on 40 Ct. Winter Brew from R&R Reproductions using DMC floss, Weeks Dye Works, and Classic Colorworks. Stitch count: 129W x 93H. Design size: 7" x 5"
Model stitched over two on 40 Ct. Winter Brew from R&R Reproductions using DMC floss, Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks. Stitch count: 86W x 86H. Design size: 5" x 5"
Model stitched over two on 40 Ct. Vintage Gray from R&R Reproductions using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 103W x 103H. Design Size: 5" x 5"
Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Bittersweet Linen from Lakeside Linen using DMC floss, Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 205W x 162H. Design Size: 10" x 8".
Model Stitched one over two on 40 count linen "Silvermist" by Fabrics by Stephanie. Stitch Count: 61W x 61H each.
Look for "Saltwater Scrapbook-Part 2" by LIndy Stitches!
Model stitched on 40 count "Flagstone" linen from Lakeside linen using Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and DMC threads. The model is trimmed with "Robin's Egg" chenille an backed with "Blue Corn" velveteen from Lady Dot Creates. Stitch Count: 209W x 66H.
The idea for this design began with memories of my cat Moggie. She was a very plush kitty with lots of character, and she absolutely loved to sit outside and watch the fish and birds. For the "manor" in her honor I've included a koi pond, a house flanked... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring dogs counting down the days till Christmas!
Patterns are stitched on 40 ct Boston from Seraphim Hand Dyed Fabric using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, and Classic Colorworks threads. Full DMC conversion included. Stitch counts vary (Largest 83 x 41).
Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring teddy bear dressed as a bumblebee!
The nodel is stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct Birds Eye View linen from Seraphim with Weeks Dye Works floss, Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 55W x103H.
Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring an Autumn scene with leaves, horse and carriage and the saying "Go sit upon the lofty hill and turn your eyes around. Where waving weeds and waters wild do hymn and Autumn sound."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Count Cedar Plank by Lakeside Linens with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 172W x 163H.
Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring forest animals wearing rabbit ears!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Water Green linen with DMC floss, Classic Colorworks floss, and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 173W x 80H.
Cross stitch pattern from The Blue Flower featuring a woman in a floral cape holding a bird and surrounded by flowering vines. "The Glad Sun Goes Across The Sky."
|The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct Cottage Stone linen from Colour & Cotton with DMC floss, DMC Color... Read more
Inspiration for this design came from a vintage velvet tomato pincushion. Somehow that became two squirrels stitching under an acorn "bobbin" tree, an acorn basket and an acorn drum with the text "gather and stitch."
The model is stitched on 36 count "Sea Salt"... Read more
Even a greenhouse needs pollinators! This piece was inspired by the idea of peering through the windows of an elaborate white-framed greenhouse. The finish offers a great opportunity for stitchers to build on their skills to create a new shape.
Continuing the series of "valentines" for other seasons, here is a pair of otters enjoying the sea together. The quote was inspired by, of all things, Bram Stoker's Dracula - "I am longing to be with you, and by the sea, where we can talk together freely and build our castles in the... Read more