All year, every year, we count our blessings, but it feels even more special to think of them during the thankful season of harvest. This chart is the fourth "quilty" design by Sweet Wing Studio, made especially for Thanksgiving with intricate motifs which are easy to stitch in warm, rich... Read more
A happy mix of harvest floral and plump pumpkins. Too bad cross stitch isn't scratch n' sniff! The bright autumn colors dance in a symmetrical square in Petite Pumpkin Potpourri. The rich brown Nutmeg by Atomic Ranch Fabrics is a wonderful background for this seasonal decor piece.
Cross stitch pattern from Textilly Crafts featuring a lovely autumn themed biscornu
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Smokey Pearl Belfast Linen by Zweigart using Pirate and Robin "Hearth". Stitch count is 57 x 57. Finished size is 4.25" x 4.19".
Symmetry and puzzles tickle something deep down in my brain. Manipulating motifs into symmetrical designs is akin to puzzles and I truly enjoy the challenge of doing these type of designs. From the dancing ghosts to the flying bats and the perching crows, this design was as fun to design as it is to... Read more
This design from Tempting Tangles features a gorgeous green geometric design!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Antique White Jobelan using Dinky Dye threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 75 x 75. Finished size is 4.69" x 4.69".
I found an interesting square design in a centuries-old pattern book, where it seemed like the square would have been rotated around and used four times. However, it was unclear which corner would have been in the middle and which would have been on the outer edge. After playing with it for a bit,... Read more
Amish quilts have always fascinated me - I am quite taken with their simplistic beauty, their stunning use of solid color fabrics, and their history. In 2024, I was fortunate to see an exhibit of such quilts at a museum. There was an amazing Broken Star quilt right at the entrance that just drew me... Read more
I enjoy doing color experiments in my designs and this pattern is the result of one. Using the highly variegated Weeks Dye Works Bethlehem with one coordinating DMC for each circle, it is so fun to see how a solid color brings out the different shades that make up the variegated thread.
These three little designs were inspired by the motifs and colors found in some fun cotton fabric that was used for a project bag. I love geometrical designs and the color palette really caught my eye! That said, with only five colors, it is easy to substitute in a different color palette for a... Read more
What could be the finale for a series of cross stitch patterns that feature lots and lots of different colors? A design created using all 482 solid colors of DMC! There are a total of 482 different motifs, each stitched with a different color.
Model stitched on 36 count Antique White... Read more
I have sometimes found inspiration for a new cross stitch design when looking at quilt patterns and that was certainly the case when I spotted a 2-toned Mariner's Compass block at a quilt show. This design lends itself to any two colors that appeal to the stitcher.
Welcome Fall was a fun design inspired specifically by the Pirate Robin Harvest Gold thread I used. I thoroughly enjoy stitching Quaker designs. Stitched primarily in a single variegated thread, the design features a variety of autumnal motifs, with the lettering in a complementary second thread... Read more
"Sing Joy" , next in my Christmas bauble series, is a design that celebrates the heart of the holiday season-music, happiness, and togetherness. Stitched in a rich gold on deep red fabric, it features a variety of different motifs. It's a great reminder to lift your voice and your spirit in... Read more
This is the 2nd design in the Thanksgiving series. "Blessed" celebrates the warmth of the season through a rich blend of cross stitch and delicate blackwork. Bold floral motifs and geometric accents, serve as a reminder of the blessings found in family, home, and tradition.
This design captures the peaceful beauty of a garden in bloom, blending graceful florals with gentle shapes and balanced pattern to create a piece that feels calm, uplifting, and inviting. Inspired by the quiet joy and natural harmony of spring, the composition offers visual restfulness while still... Read more