Numer 7 from the Loose Feathers Series, For the Birds is here!  Design is worked on 36 count Ale linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 91 x 91

Sweet little chart for a lovely brick brownstone cottage.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 125 x 107

George Washington and his battle horse Blueskin all standing under the legendary cherry tree.   What a fun stitch for your patriotic collection!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.

4th in the Barnyard Friends collections!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 56 X 90

Look at these darling flag-waving hens!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 64 x 92

The 5th in the Noahs Christmas has arrived, they are Pandas & Parrots...aren't they cute?  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 58 X 48

Chart for a Fraktur-styled ocean scene!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 192 X 111

A re-release from Paulette is this sweet Scary witch.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 124 X 71

NEW book from author Kathy Schmitz.  The book is filled with embroidery designs celebrating the charms of the yuletide season.  The book is filled with 15 embroidery projects for holiday gifts and decor.  To name a few projects...pillows, tea towels, needle keeper, wall hangings, ornaments & more!

NEW Halloween series!  This is part 1 of the Black Cat Hollow series.  Part 2 and 3 will be available in July and August, respectively.  Desing is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Design area (part 1) - 151 x 63  Design area (all 3 parts) - 151 x 156.

Little French mice sitting on and amongst sewing bobbin & pincushions.  Stitch count - 205 x 58.  This is from a French designer.  Chart is written in French, but uses DMC flosses. 

Chart for a charming manor pinkeep.  Personalize it to make it yours!  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 92 x 88

Re-release from The Prairie Schooler!  This is a shaker-styled, bee-themed sampler....sweet as honey!  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads, using DMC flosses.  Stitch count - 135 x 101

Mrs Maguire is busy tending her chickens!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 91 X 87

Small and sweet is this little redwork pinkeep!  A quick stitch and great for gift-giving.  Pattern also includes instructions to stitch the strawberry emery.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads. 

This is Part 3 of the Long May She Wave Series.  Pattern for two small pillows, one centers around the verse, In God We Trust and second is a simple piece with the Pledge of Allegiance.  Designs are worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch counts - 85 X 74 and 145 X 53

Pattern includes a sweet as strawberries pincushion and two little motifs to stitch up for scissor charms.  Pattern includes the wool needed for finishing.  Designs are worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.

We all deserve to be the queen of something, right?!!  This little miss is the queen of the needle & look at her tomato pincushion!  This sweet little pincushion would make a great gift for an exchange or your stitchy friend!  Design is worked on 40 count linen over 2 threads, mostly.  The needle is worked over 1 thread.  Stitch count - 76 x 63.

2nd in the peat pot basket series!  NEW and just in time for the 4th of July!   This sweet little basket is constructed from a 3" gardners peat pot and your cross stitch work gets finished in the top of the basket.  Crepe paper trim and wire handle adds extra charm and detail to this basket.  These are a quick stitch and make wonderful gifts.  Design is worked on 36 count, color - Linen linen by Weeks Dye Works over 2 threads.  Pattern gives complete instructions for constructing the basket!  Stitch count - 47 x 48

Pattern for an antique reproduction sampler!  This is a sweet, small sampler and would be a good beginner sampler.  The pattern is charted just as you see the sampler, stitch loss included.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over mostly 2 threads.  The date is worked over 1 thread.  Stitch count - 186 x 142

Ole and Ora are back!  This time they are all ready for the 4th of July parade, they and their farm critters are the Grand Marshalls!  Both designs are worked on 40 count Confederate Gray linen by Weeks Dye Works over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 70 x 70

NEW from Threads that Bind!  Punchneedle pattern for a bowl filled with all sorts of Christmas-themed goodies.  Pattern includes the screen printed weavers cloth and calls for DMC flosses

The verse on this mermaid cross stitch reads, on rocks beyond the sandy dunes a mermaid sings a winsome tune that drifts along the ocean breeze & puts my restless soul to ease.  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch c

Cross stitch chart for a darling Little Red Riding Hood and Wolf Snowglobe design.  Stitch count - 101 x 149

This small sampler is a reinterpretation using motifs from the Ann Grant sampler.  Stitch count - 120 x 120

A re-release from The Prairie Schooler, Village Green.  Pattern includes charts for three stunning country-themed samplers. 

A wonderful sampler dedicated to Queen Victoria!  Design is worked on 40 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 307 X 99

Pattern for a signature blackbird by Blackbird Designs.  I love how there is a flower basket stitched within the crow's wing.  Design is stitched on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 116 x 81

This is such a sweet idea...a little sampler to stitch and then place you old and worn out needles on!  Design is worked on 40 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 202 x 135

Pattern for 12 montly themed pillows from The Prairie Schooler!

The 2018 Santa from Prairie Schooler pattern is here!  Stitch count - 75 x 57

NEW from Threads that Bind!  Look at that jack o lantern!  Pattern includes a piece of screen printed weavers cloth.  Design is worked in DMC flosses

NEW from Threads that Bind!  Punchneedle pattern for a sweet little cottage surrounded by over-sized flowers and a nesting bird upon it's roof.   Pattern includes a screen printed piece of weavers cloth and calls for DMC flosses

Pattern for a dimensional cross stitch snowlady.  She gets stitched, sewn and stuffed and then holds your stitching scissors on her backside!  Design is stitched on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 105 X 62

Pattern for a sweet little stitching fairie that is catching a ride on a sewing bird's back!  Stitch count - 47 x 67.

Perched upon the back of an old crow, sweet Prairie Fairie is going for ride to scatter her flower seeds.  Stitch count  - 47 x 67

How sweet are these new arrivals from Bees in Her Bonnet wax wares?  They are reminisent of antique thread waxers of yester-year!  Perfect to hang or tie onto pinkeeps or just toss in a bowl of old buttons.  These are for decorative purposes only.  Sold in sets of 3.  Size ranges from 3/4" to 1" tall.  The large strawberry includes a ribbon tie, two are without the tie. Note - ribbon color may vary.

Pattern for an antique reproduction sampler stitched by 11 year old Mary Barres and completed in 1829.  This sampler has all the elements we love in a sampler...big red house, sheep in a field and various flower urns worked in lovely shades of reds and pinks.  Stitch count 328 X 355.   Design is worked on 36 count Parchment linen.

White Christmas Series - Noel.   Stitch count - 59 X 33.  Design is worked on 32 count Straw linen over 2 threads.

Pattern for a sweet & simple patriotic pin pillow.  Stitch count 131 x 62.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.

Pattern for a sweet little sampler for spring time stitching!  Design is worked on 35 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 170 X 157

White Christmas Series - Luminaria Lane.  Stitch count - 69 X 48.  Design is worked on 32 count Straw linen over 2 threads.

Pattern for a summer-themed pin pillow from Abby Rose Designs.  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 128 X 99.  Verse reads - Thus hath the Lord God she wed unto me; and behold a basket of summer fruit.

Pattern for a cross stitched linen pocket that holds a velvet needle cushion.  The design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count 101 X 69

Pinkeep pattern with a sweet verse.  Verse reads - Happy the woman who can find constant resources in her own mind.  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 109 X 109

This pattern with its big white farmhouse and patriotic theme will be a fun summer stitch!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 123 x 84

Pattern for a fun patriotic-themed pinkeep and scissor fob.  Designs are worked on 32 linen over 2 threads.  Pinkeep stitch count - 97 X 110.  Fob stitch count - 36 x 32

White Christmas Series - Christmas Eve ornament.  Design is worked on 32 count Straw linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 34  X 53.

Lesson 3 of the Serial Bowl Collection is in honor of the bee!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count 146 X 68

Chart for a sweet farmyard pincushion, a stack of goats!  The design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count 54 X 90

Look at these sweet pigs!  New chart from Plum Street...a fun, farm style set of stacking animals.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count 54 x 90.

The third installment of the Noah's Ark Christmas series is the whales & squirrels!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count 58 X 48

In keeping with the farm animal stacks....NEW from Plum Street is the Sheep Heap!  Aren't they sweet?!!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 54 X 93.

Pattern for a fun, Springy cross stitch design that gets cleverly finished in a basket.  The pattern will instruct you how to turn a peat pot into a flower basket to use for finishing.   Distressed crepe paper trim gives the perfect, vintage feel to the basket!  This is a quick stitch and will make a wonderful gift.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.

Pattern for a wonderfully prim design filled with houses, farm couple, rabbits, ducks, sheep and a skinny wolf.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Calls for DMC flosses.  Stitch count - 222 X 110

Pattern for a beautiful sampler with Portuguese-inspired motifs....couple riding horses, various birds, flowers, alphabet and a sweet border.  Verse reads, "Tell me ye knowing and discerning few where I may find a friend both firm and ture, who dares stand by me when in deep distress and then his love and friendship most express".  Design is worked on 40 count linen over 2 threads, using DMC flosses.  Stitch count - 275 X 335

This is such a cute chart!  Look at thos busy little witches on house-keeping duty.  Design is stitched on 32 count linen over 2 threads, using DMC.  Stitch count - 51 X 68

Pattern for a springy, easter-filled design!  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 78 X 95

A sampler pattern that commemorates the death of one of the world's best-loved writers, Jane Austen.  The dates give the years of Jane's birth and death.  Jane did not much enjoy needlework, so a selection of typical motifs along with her childhood home, The Rectory, are worked upon this sampler.  Design is worked on 14 count linen over two threads.  Stitch count - 231 X 191.  Chart calls for DMC flosses.

Pattern for a small design inspired by motifs and lettering of the classic Dutch antique samplers.  The pastel shades on white linen create a fresh, modern feel to this mini sampler.  The sampler also includes an alphabet for personalizing.  Design is worked in DMC flosses.  Stitch count - 140 X 142

Pattern for a mini sampler full of motifs we all love to stitch!  Stitch count 94 X 94.  Worked in DMC colors.

Four little dacshunds in patchwork coats within a traditional style border for a small project that is fast and fun to stitches.  Bones included!  Stitch count - 94 x 94.  Worked in DMC flosses.

Pattern for a sweet little sampler featuring a house and a country lady.  The design is surrounded with a pretty village garden.  Design is worked in DMC flosses.  Stitch count - 141 X 95

Chart for a sweet Swiss couple surrounded by motifs to bring all the best of the summertime in Switzerland together.  Mountains and forest, goats and cows, bells, flowers, flags and hearts are all there beside a chalet and the village church, with trains going past.  If you look hard you will even find some Swiss cheese.  A wonderful sampler for those who have Swiss heritage!  Design is worked in DMC flosses.  Stitch count - 169 X 125

Pattern for the Gnomes-lovers!  Pattern includes instructions for sewing box, pincushion, needle book and scissor bag.  Designs are worked in DMC flosses on 32 count linen over 2 threads.

Chart for a charming Babushka whose hobby is charming bees.  The design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 145 X 82

Pattern for a bright & springy sheep design.  Her name is Woolemina, isn't she the sweetest?  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 74 X 70

Cross stitch chart with a sweet verse about friendship.  It reads, "in friendship let's join thine interest with mine".  The two little maids are stitchy friends, with their tiny scissors and needles in hand.  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 62 x 169

There is so much to love about this cross stitch design!  From the scalloped clouds & grass to the star-shaped spots on the cow...not sure which I love more!  Design is worked on 36 count linen.  Stitch count - 123 X 127

Cross stitch pattern for a folky-styled, fraktur pinkeep.  Verse reads, "virtue, liberty and independence."  This is the state motto of Pennsylvania, which was named for the Admiral William Penn.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 125 X 58

Look at those cute little crows all perched upon the tulips!  Tulips are Miss Bovinia's favorite flower, she loves to nibble their sweet flower petals.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 86 X 61

With inspiration from old crocks, this designer created a sweet pincushion.  The design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 98 X 63

I sweet little pincushion to stitch up in honor of the queen bee.  Stitch the initial B or your own, the chart includes a full alphabet for personalization.  The design is worked on 40 count linen over 2 threads and will fit in a 4" round box.  Stitch count - 53 X 53

Pattern for a sweet little sampler whose verse was borrowed from an antique sampler worked hundreds of years ago.  The design is worked on 28 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 86 X 91

Pattern is loaded with quick to stitch, tiny little scissor fobs.  These stitch up quickly and make wonderful "stitchy" gifts!  Designs are worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Perfect way to use up linen scraps.

Beth has added another design to her Magical Elixir Series, Coffee Bean Sampler.  It looks to be a "normal" sampler until you take a closer look!  Upon close inspection you will note the verse, "my birthstone is the coffee bean".  What coffee drinker wouldn't love this?  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 119 X 171

This is the Valentine edition of this series, but with some floss change ups they are certainly appropriate for everyday love!  The pattern includes 9 different scissor fobs.  Designs are worked on 36 count linen over two threads.  Perfect way to use up those linen scraps!

NEW from Blackbird Designs!  A book that includes charts/instructions for 7 various designs that were inspired by an antique quaker sampler.  The book will include several stitching boxes, pincushions, samplers, pin drums and a precious tea caddy. 

Pattern booklet for 6 strawberry emery patterns.  While the book title sounds Christmas-themed, these designs would work for everyday as well...they don't scream Christmas.  The booklet includes detailed finishing instructions.  All designs are worked on various colors of 36 count linens.

NEW from Blackbird Designs!  Book contains 7 projects that are basked on an antique Adam and Eve sampler.   Included in the book are various sewing boxes, pinkeeps and Adam & Eve sampler. 

Stitch up some farmhouse fun!  Look at that sweet mother hen and all her chicks.  This smaller size pillow measures 5 1/2" x 3 1/2" and is trimmed off nicely with a new color of trim dyed especially for this piece by Lady Dot Creates.  Design is worked on 36 count Dirty linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 100 wide X 63 high

A new seasonal series inspired by the Baltimore Album quilts from the mid 1800's...it's quilting with cross stitch!  This is the 1st of the series, Spring.  6 motifs that are fashioned after the antique quilt blocks make up this sweet piece.  It's worked over 1 thread on 28 count Lugana....it's tiny, about the size of my hand!  You can also take individual motifs and stitch up smaller pinkeeps or ornaments.  Stitch count - 120 wide & 162.  Watch for the Autumn and Winter of this series!

A small & sweet bee-themed sampler in honor of the ever-important bee!  Design is smallish in size, just 5 1/4" square.  Design is worked on 36 count Summer Khaki over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 95 x 95.

A fun to stitch Mother Peep dressed in her Sunday-best who is busy tending and keeping track of her little ones.  The design is worked on 40 count Espresso linen and then sweetly finished upon an oval mache box.  I chose to tuck a birds next and tiny eggs in the base and prop the lid for a great Easter-themed display.  Stitch count - 54 wide X 81 high

A new cast of characters from WTN&T, please meet Ole & Ora!  You will introduce this set of characters in future releases, doing various farm chores and seasonal happenings & holidays.  The first off is, Have Ye Any Wool?....it's spring time and with that comes the shearing of their flock of sheep.  This series will all be small in nature and will be a growing collection that can be grouped and displayed together.  Design is worked on 36 count Confederate Gray linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 80 wide X 61 high.  Finished size - 4 3/8" x 3 3/8".

The 2nd in this Seasons of Baltimore series!  With the antique quilt blocks as inspiration, this wonderful sewing basket and pinkeep were created!  The cross stitch is applied to an oval mache box and finished in a perfect box for storing small hoops, scissors and needle keeps.  Pattern has easy to follow, step by step finishing instructions for both the box and the small pincushion.  Designs are worked over 2 threads on 40 count Parchment linen.  Box stitch count - 232 X 52.  Pinkeep stitch count - 54 X 52

NEW SEASONAL SERIES!  The 2nd in the series, Basketful of Summer Time.  A 4 5/8" x 4" pinkeep is filled with flag-waving dog, a sweet little miss, star-shaped flowers and a wonderful American flag nicely frames off the house.  Design is worked on 40 count Summer Khaki over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 93 wide X 81 high

Watch for the Autumn and Winter designs to follow in 2018!

Designed with the antique German Putz sheep as the inspiration, comes this sweet & Springy-themed design.  Mother robin has taken up residence in the wagon of this old-style pull toy.  Design is worked on 40 count Parchment linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 139 wide X 69 high.  Finished size - 6 7/8" x 3 3/8".

A beautiful Quaker-style sampler with a bit of a modern day twist, we bring to your stitching basket Indigo Lane!  The pattern includes the picture as well as the small thimble/button box.  The pattern will give easy to follow, step & step finishing instructions for the box.  The box gets trimmed with linen ric rac and sits upon a wooden base.  Picture stitch count - 141 wide X 69 high.  The finished size of the box is 4" x 4" x 2.  The picture is worked on 36 count, box on 40 count and both fabrics are the Summer Khaki linen.

This sampler was designed using parts of a much larger antique sampler, S.A Lister, 1852.  The sampler is worked in the same color palette and fabric as the Summer Schoolhouse-Lessons in Abecedarian series is.  It makes a wonderful companion piece to that 4 part series.  Design is worked on 28 count Lugana over 1 thread.  Finished size is 9 1/2" x 4".  Stitch count - 226 wide X 114 high

NEW SEASONAL SERIES!  The first up in this series is Basketful of Spring Time.  This small 4 5/8" x 4" pinkeep is filled with bright, cheery Easter-themed motifs...bunny, peeps, blooming tulips and trees with Easter eggs hanging from them on either side of a quaint farmhouse.  Design is worked on 40 count Summer Khaki linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 93 wide X 81 high

Pattern for a small & sweet sampler with a hint of Quaker.  The simplicity of this mini sampler is quite stunning.  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 101 X 93

Pattern for an antique-styled sewing roll, or huswife as they were called centuries ago!  The use of motifs and colors in this design are just stunning!  I saw this piece in person and it is beautiful!  Stitch it to use or stitch it for display!  Design is worked on 35 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count 247 X 71

Pattern for a sampler with great resolutions for the stitcher!  Everyone needs to own this sampler.  The design is worked on 35 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 171 X 139

Chart of and antique sampler stitched by Sarah Hopwood and completed in 1847.  Design is worked on 46 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 187 X 183

Pattern for an antique reproduction sampler, reproduced by The Scarlett House.  Design is worked on 46 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 297 X 327

Pattern for a sampler that was fashioned to look like an antique.  The design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 149 X 161

NEW from The Scarlett House!  Get a jump on your holiday stitching with this lovely Christmas Village.  Design is worked on 40 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 216 X 80

Pattern for a fun set of 3 school-themed designs.  Scissor fob, floss keep and a sweet sampler pinkeep make a sweet little stitching set.  Designs are worked over 1 thread on 28 count fabrics.

Pattern includes designs for 3 patriotic-themed stitching companions....sewing box, pincushion and scissor fob.  All designs are worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads. 

Cross stitch chart loaded with 3 tiny holiday pieces.  Small and perfect for ornaments!  Designs are worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.

This little Miss is dressed in her holiday gown and trimming her hair with a freshly cut sprig of holly.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 60 X 73

A sweet, small redwork antique reproduction sampler....perfect for the holidays!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 88 X 58

Cross stitch chart loaded with 3 tiny holiday pieces.  Small and perfect for ornaments!  Designs are worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.

A fun Christmas-themed drum!  The side features a white whale and his fish friends, along with candy canes and Christmas gifts.  The bottom of the drum has a sweet verse, "Old St Nick, he sails the seas: his beard grows long, so he wont' freeze.".  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  

The 5th in the Sampler House Series is here!  A stunning persimmon colored house that is home to flocks of birds.  The design is worked on 36 count Ale linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 101 x 98

The 6th in the Sampler House series from Plum Street Samplers is a big white farmhouse dressed in her holiday best.  Plump pine trees and peace dove add charm to the background.  The design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 97 x 96

The final installment for the Hello series is here and it is darling!  Love the cardinal with the wooly sheep...so festive.  The design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 160 x 84

Fun holiday motifs create this sweet little Christmas pinkeep.  The use of the darker linen and soft muted flosses give this piece a soft, vintage touch.  Candy cane-striped bakers twine adds just the perfect finishing touch to this piece.  Design is worked on 36 count Twilight linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 111 X 79.  Finished size - 6 1/8" x 4 3/8".

Pattern for a lovely small ditty pocket, perfect for keeping your stitching scissors and other needfuls.  Design is worked on 36 count Murky linen over two threads.  Stitch count - 102 X 125.  Finished size - 6 3/4" x 8 3/4".

Merry Wishes is the companion ornament to the O Tannebaum design.  The sweet small ornament features a wooly lamb with a holly wreath around it's neck and holly-filled urn upon his back.  A tiny cardinal is sprinkled in for added charm!  Design is worked on 36 count Legacy linen by Picture This Plus over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 52 x 48.  Finished size - 2 7/8" x 2 5/8". 

Pattern for more "tiny work"! At first glance you think that Santa is carrying a big old pine wreath.  Upon a closer look you will see it is the O to the word Ho Ho Ho!   This piece was worked on 28 count Musthroom Lugana fabric over one.  The finished size is a wee 2" x 5 3/8"!  So small & sweet!  The piece is finished off with linen ric rac trim for added detail.  Stitch count  - 153 x 59

Pattern full of wintery, stitchy fun!  Look at those cute snowbirds wearing their big winter scarves!  Design is worked on 40 count Confederate Gray linen over 2 threads.  A tin star gets painted, per pattern instructions and hung upon the pillow for a sweet & simple touch.  Linen ric rac gets hand stitched around the piece for added detail and charm.  Stitch count - 121 wide X 85 high

Pattern for a wonderful display of small Christmas designs all housed in a wooden box!  Each section of the box is worked on 36 count Legacy linen over 2 threads, using hand dyed flosses.  

Pattern for a woodland santa that gets finished upon a smal oval paper mache box.  Mini pom trim with vintage silk ribbon trim adds extra charm to the finish.  Design is worked on 40 count Confederate Gray linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 55 wide X 80 high

A lovely design featuring a leaping hart (stag) surrounded by foliage, florals and little forest critters.  Stunning!  Design is worked on 36 count Wren linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 232 wide X 154 high

PREORDER - ships week of Oct 9th.  The 3rd in the seasonal hello's!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 153 X 83

PREORDER - ships week of Oct. 9th.  Chart for a folksy autumn piece.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 243 X 114

PREORDER - ships week of Oct 9th.  Second in the Bowl Full of Merries is now available just as a pattern.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 129 X 62

PREORDER - ships week of Oct 9th.  The third in the series of Bowl Full of Merries features Old Sti Nick, waving to a wreath bedecked bovine!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 99 x 82

PREORDER, ships week of Oct. 9th.  Chart in honor of the American flag, it's history and the evolution of change of it over the years.  Sampler also includes the 3rd stanza of American the Beautiful.  Design is worked on 36 count over 2 and some 1.  Stitch count 168 X 185

Kit for finishing the series includes: wooden hornbook, enough linen trim for hornbook & schoolbox, rusty safety pin & school box.

The 4th and final lesson in this popular series is here!  Lesson 4 includes the lesson in WXY&Z that gets stitched into another tiny pillow.  There are two additional projects in this pattern, Miss Polly's Hornbook & Strawberry Emery Preserves.  These are sweet little stitches and are companion pieces to the series.  All pieces in this final lesson are worked on 28 count Mushroom Lugana over 1 thread.  The pattern will give detailed finishing instructions for the school box display as well.

Twisted Oak farm, with its slightly delelict walls and barn, is the central focus of this Sampler. 9 year-old Sadie pictures her family and surroundings, the farm yard animals, her sister Lizzy, her doll forgotten in the grass, trees, a robin in the distance. She also includes a fabulous butterfly, together with her prayer "May the Lord keep thee".

Design is worked on natural osnaburg over 2 threads, using DMC flosses.  Stitch count - 380 X 118

Simple Halloween motifs get stitched upon all panels of this sewing basket for a simple, yet stunning finish.  Design is worked on 36 count natural linen over 2 threads.  Finished size is 5 3/4" by 3 1/4" high.

A 2 project pattern includes a simple little ditty pocket for treats and a decorative basket.  The basket is two sided, one side has the working "Jack of the Lantern" and backside has a floral urn and jack o lantern stitched on it.  Designs are worked on 35 count linen over 2 threads.

What a stunning design!  This moth on hand design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 93 X 120  Finished size - 5 3/4" x 7 1/4"

This is a quick Halloween stitche...love those black pumpkins!  Design is worked on 36 count natural linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count 70 x 101.  Finished size - 5 1/2" x 6 1/2

Pattern for a sewing pinkeep drum and strawberry emery.  Drum is two sided, with Seek Goodness stitched on one and a lovely floral urn on the backside.  Design is worked on 32 count natural linen.  Stitch count - 151 x 53

This little autumn sampler is just stunning worked on the dark linen!  Design is worked on 40 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 89 x 81

Look! A fun Halloween piece to stitch for your sewing room or to hang above your favorite stitching chair.  Design is worked on 40 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count 99 x 86

What a sweet little pinkeep!  A little farmwife has been busy out in the chicken house....look at her chicken, isn't that the best?  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads. 

A fun fall piece that is packed with small, quick-to-stitch motifs.  The design is worked on 40 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count 122 X 68.

A big old crock filled with bittersweet, surrounded by pumpkins all sitting upon a lovely antique wool coverlet!  The design is worked on 40 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count 80 X 87

A prim little pinkeep, perfect for your fall stitching.  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.

Keep your needles safe & secure with these precious Needle Nanny's!  Needle Nanny's incorporates two very strong Rare Earth magnets that promise to make it one of the most versatile and indispensable tools in your sewing kit. The magnetic back is removable, which allows it to be worn as a pin, and the powerful (and pretty!) magnetic surface acts as a needle minder to keep your needles and scissors firmly in place while you work.  Wear it as a magnetic pin to add a little extra flair to hats, coats, shirts, and scarves!

 Due to the powerful magnets, NEEDLE NANNIES SHOULD NOT BE WORN NEAR A PACEMAKER

Lesson #3 is here!  Learn to stitch QRSTUV in this popular series.  Design is worked on 28 count Lugana over 1 thread.  All parts of the series are tiny and sweet!  Watch for lesson #4 in late September along with the final finish display box!

Chart for a wickedly sweet witch who is taking a stroll thru her over-grown pumpkin patch in search for the perfect Jack-O-Lantern.  The design is petite in size, worked on 40 count Confederate Gray linen over 2 threads.  We chose to finish the piece on top of an oval mache box, edged with pom trim.  The design would be equally cute just sewn, stuff and made into an oval ornament or pinkeep.  Stitch ount 56 x 80

Chart for a fluffy-tailed grey squirrel and his autumn gatherings.  Worked in lovely shades of autumn flosses on 36 count Legacy linen over 2 threads.     Stitch count - 126 x 81

Chart for a goode witch who is gathering bittersweet for her raven friends.  Note you black cat and bittersweet-filled urn are perched upon her broom!  Design is worked on 36 count Beige linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 173 X 93

SOLD EXCLUSIVELY HERE AT COUNTRY STITCHES! LIMIT 1 PER CUSTOMER.  A limited edition kit that includes the sweet, little ceramic squirrel pincushion base, 40 count linen, hand-dyed flosses, linen ric rac & chipboard cardboard.  The design is mostly worked over 2 threads, with the exception of the tiny acorns between the 2 squirrels, those are over 1.    

Cross stitch pattern for a sweet little snowman with his cardinal friends.  The design is worked on 28 count linen over two.  Stitch count - 66 X 45

Calling all chicken lovers!  A sweet little dame has her polka dotted rooster out for a Sunday stroll.  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 50 x 56

2nd in the Loose Feathers series, For the Birds.  Design is worked on 36 count Ale inen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 92 x 91

3rd in the Blackbird Designs Loose Feather Series, For the Birds.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 91 x 91

Set of three hand-poured blackened beeswax acorns from Bee in Her Bonnet Co.  The acorns are a chunky 2" tall and work in lovely with fall accents.  Sold in set of 3.

Keep your needles safe & secure with these precious Needle Nanny's!  Needle Nanny's incorporates two very strong Rare Earth magnets that promise to make it one of the most versatile and indispensable tools in your sewing kit. The magnetic back is removable, which allows it to be worn as a pin, and the powerful (and pretty!) magnetic surface acts as a needle minder to keep your needles and scissors firmly in place while you work.  Wear it as a magnetic pin to add a little extra flair to hats, coats, shirts, and scarves!

 Due to the powerful magnets, NEEDLE NANNIES SHOULD NOT BE WORN NEAR A PACEMAKER

NEW SERIES! PREORDER - shipping around the 28th of July.  The 2nd in a series of four Lessons/charts.  Spend your Summer learning to love stitching over 1.  This series is all worked over 1 thread on 28 count Lugana fabric.  The end results are tiny & precious.   28 Lugana fabric is evenly woven with larger holes, making over 1 work very do-able!   Finished sizes of Lesson 2 is approximately 2 1/4" x 3 1/8".    Piece by piece you will build a wonderful grouping of smalls all with an Abecedarian theme.   The last installment will show you how to display these in a wonderful & unique display.  

NEW SERIES!  The first in a series of four Lessons/charts.  Spend your Summer learning to love stitching over 1.  This series is all worked over 1 thread on 28 count Lugana fabric.  The end results are tiny & precious.   28 Lugana fabric is evenly woven with larger holes, making over 1 work very do-able!   Finished size of Lesson 1 is 5" x 3 5/8".  Piece by piece you will build a wonderful grouping of smalls all with an Abecedarian theme.   The last installment will show you how to display these in a wonderful & unique display. 

NOTE -  KITS ARE SOLD OUT.  If you choose to order the pattern/floss/linen option, this kit will supply you with enough of the 28 count Mushroom Lugana fabric and floss for the whole series.  Charts 2,3 & 4 will need to be ordered separately, as they release.  Look for their release dates in late July, August & September.

 A magnetic Needle Nanny designed especially for the Summer Schoolhouse - Lessons in Abecedarian series.  This powerful magnet will keep you needle safe while stitching this series!

PREORDER - to ship week of July 24th.  Look at all those creatures!   Beautiful sampler with it's verse based on the Psalm 50:10-11 verse.  The design is worked in a wonderful color palette on 36 count linen.

PREORDER - ships week of July 24th.  A "berry" sweet little cottage with berry vine surrounding it and other fun motifs sprinkled about.  The design is worked on 36 count linen.

PREORDER - ships week of July 24th.  Third in this series is this sweet little patriotic-themed sampler house.  Design is worked on 36 count linen.

PREORDER - ships week of July 24th.  Fourth in the Sampler House series will be a great autumn stitch!  Design is worked on 36 count linen.

Keep your needles safe & secure with these precious Needle Nanny's!  Needle Nanny's incorporates two very strong Rare Earth magnets that promise to make it one of the most versatile and indispensable tools in your sewing kit. The magnetic back is removable, which allows it to be worn as a pin, and the powerful (and pretty!) magnetic surface acts as a needle minder to keep your needles and scissors firmly in place while you work.  Wear it as a magnetic pin to add a little extra flair to hats, coats, shirts, and scarves!

 Due to the powerful magnets, NEEDLE NANNIES SHOULD NOT BE WORN NEAR A PACEMAKER.

Keep your needles safe & secure with these precious Needle Nanny's!  Needle Nanny's incorporates two very strong Rare Earth magnets that promise to make it one of the most versatile and indispensable tools in your sewing kit. The magnetic back is removable, which allows it to be worn as a pin, and the powerful (and pretty!) magnetic surface acts as a needle minder to keep your needles and scissors firmly in place while you work.  Wear it as a magnetic pin to add a little extra flair to hats, coats, shirts, and scarves!

 Due to the powerful magnets, NEEDLE NANNIES SHOULD NOT BE WORN NEAR A PACEMAKER.

Keep your needles safe & secure with these precious Needle Nanny's!  Needle Nanny's incorporates two very strong Rare Earth magnets that promise to make it one of the most versatile and indispensable tools in your sewing kit. The magnetic back is removable, which allows it to be worn as a pin, and the powerful (and pretty!) magnetic surface acts as a needle minder to keep your needles and scissors firmly in place while you work.  Wear it as a magnetic pin to add a little extra flair to hats, coats, shirts, and scarves!

 Due to the powerful magnets, NEEDLE NANNIES SHOULD NOT BE WORN NEAR A PACEMAKER.

Keep your needles safe & secure with these precious Needle Nanny's!  Needle Nanny's incorporates two very strong Rare Earth magnets that promise to make it one of the most versatile and indispensable tools in your sewing kit. The magnetic back is removable, which allows it to be worn as a pin, and the powerful (and pretty!) magnetic surface acts as a needle minder to keep your needles and scissors firmly in place while you work.  Wear it as a magnetic pin to add a little extra flair to hats, coats, shirts, and scarves!

 Due to the powerful magnets, NEEDLE NANNIES SHOULD NOT BE WORN NEAR A PACEMAKER.

Keep your needles safe & secure with these precious Needle Nanny's!  Needle Nanny's incorporates two very strong Rare Earth magnets that promise to make it one of the most versatile and indispensable tools in your sewing kit. The magnetic back is removable, which allows it to be worn as a pin, and the powerful (and pretty!) magnetic surface acts as a needle minder to keep your needles and scissors firmly in place while you work.  Wear it as a magnetic pin to add a little extra flair to hats, coats, shirts, and scarves!

 Due to the powerful magnets, NEEDLE NANNIES SHOULD NOT BE WORN NEAR A PACEMAKER.

Keep your needles safe & secure with these precious Needle Nanny's!  Needle Nanny's incorporates two very strong Rare Earth magnets that promise to make it one of the most versatile and indispensable tools in your sewing kit. The magnetic back is removable, which allows it to be worn as a pin, and the powerful (and pretty!) magnetic surface acts as a needle minder to keep your needles and scissors firmly in place while you work.  Wear it as a magnetic pin to add a little extra flair to hats, coats, shirts, and scarves!

 Due to the powerful magnets, NEEDLE NANNIES SHOULD NOT BE WORN NEAR A PACEMAKER.

Keep your needles safe & secure with these precious Needle Nanny's!  Needle Nanny's incorporates two very strong Rare Earth magnets that promise to make it one of the most versatile and indispensable tools in your sewing kit. The magnetic back is removable, which allows it to be worn as a pin, and the powerful (and pretty!) magnetic surface acts as a needle minder to keep your needles and scissors firmly in place while you work.  Wear it as a magnetic pin to add a little extra flair to hats, coats, shirts, and scarves!

 Due to the powerful magnets, NEEDLE NANNIES SHOULD NOT BE WORN NEAR A PACEMAKER.

Keep your needles safe & secure with these precious Needle Nanny's!  Needle Nanny's incorporates two very strong Rare Earth magnets that promise to make it one of the most versatile and indispensable tools in your sewing kit. The magnetic back is removable, which allows it to be worn as a pin, and the powerful (and pretty!) magnetic surface acts as a needle minder to keep your needles and scissors firmly in place while you work.  Wear it as a magnetic pin to add a little extra flair to hats, coats, shirts, and scarves!

 Due to the powerful magnets, NEEDLE NANNIES SHOULD NOT BE WORN NEAR A PACEMAKER.

Keep your needles safe & secure with these precious Needle Nanny's!  Needle Nanny's incorporates two very strong Rare Earth magnets that promise to make it one of the most versatile and indispensable tools in your sewing kit. The magnetic back is removable, which allows it to be worn as a pin, and the powerful (and pretty!) magnetic surface acts as a needle minder to keep your needles and scissors firmly in place while you work.  Wear it as a magnetic pin to add a little extra flair to hats, coats, shirts, and scarves!

 Due to the powerful magnets, NEEDLE NANNIES SHOULD NOT BE WORN NEAR A PACEMAKER.

Keep your needles safe & secure with these precious Needle Nanny's!  Needle Nanny's incorporates two very strong Rare Earth magnets that promise to make it one of the most versatile and indispensable tools in your sewing kit. The magnetic back is removable, which allows it to be worn as a pin, and the powerful (and pretty!) magnetic surface acts as a needle minder to keep your needles and scissors firmly in place while you work.  Wear it as a magnetic pin to add a little extra flair to hats, coats, shirts, and scarves!

 Due to the powerful magnets, NEEDLE NANNIES SHOULD NOT BE WORN NEAR A PACEMAKER.

Keep your needles safe & secure with these precious Needle Nanny's!  Needle Nanny's incorporates two very strong Rare Earth magnets that promise to make it one of the most versatile and indispensable tools in your sewing kit. The magnetic back is removable, which allows it to be worn as a pin, and the powerful (and pretty!) magnetic surface acts as a needle minder to keep your needles and scissors firmly in place while you work.  Wear it as a magnetic pin to add a little extra flair to hats, coats, shirts, and scarves!

 Due to the powerful magnets, NEEDLE NANNIES SHOULD NOT BE WORN NEAR A PACEMAKER.

Keep your needles safe & secure with these precious Needle Nanny's!  Needle Nanny's incorporates two very strong Rare Earth magnets that promise to make it one of the most versatile and indispensable tools in your sewing kit. The magnetic back is removable, which allows it to be worn as a pin, and the powerful (and pretty!) magnetic surface acts as a needle minder to keep your needles and scissors firmly in place while you work.  Wear it as a magnetic pin to add a little extra flair to hats, coats, shirts, and scarves!

 Due to the powerful magnets, NEEDLE NANNIES SHOULD NOT BE WORN NEAR A PACEMAKER.

Keep your needles safe & secure with these precious Needle Nanny's!  Needle Nanny's incorporates two very strong Rare Earth magnets that promise to make it one of the most versatile and indispensable tools in your sewing kit. The magnetic back is removable, which allows it to be worn as a pin, and the powerful (and pretty!) magnetic surface acts as a needle minder to keep your needles and scissors firmly in place while you work.  Wear it as a magnetic pin to add a little extra flair to hats, coats, shirts, and scarves!

 Due to the powerful magnets, NEEDLE NANNIES SHOULD NOT BE WORN NEAR A PACEMAKER.

Keep your needles safe & secure with these precious Needle Nanny's!  Needle Nanny's incorporates two very strong Rare Earth magnets that promise to make it one of the most versatile and indispensable tools in your sewing kit. The magnetic back is removable, which allows it to be worn as a pin, and the powerful (and pretty!) magnetic surface acts as a needle minder to keep your needles and scissors firmly in place while you work.  Wear it as a magnetic pin to add a little extra flair to hats, coats, shirts, and scarves!

 Due to the powerful magnets, NEEDLE NANNIES SHOULD NOT BE WORN NEAR A PACEMAKER.

Keep your needles safe & secure with these precious Needle Nanny's!  Needle Nanny's incorporates two very strong Rare Earth magnets that promise to make it one of the most versatile and indispensable tools in your sewing kit. The magnetic back is removable, which allows it to be worn as a pin, and the powerful (and pretty!) magnetic surface acts as a needle minder to keep your needles and scissors firmly in place while you work.  Wear it as a magnetic pin to add a little extra flair to hats, coats, shirts, and scarves!

 Due to the powerful magnets, NEEDLE NANNIES SHOULD NOT BE WORN NEAR A PACEMAKER.

Cross stitch chart for two sweet, nautical themed pin keeps.  Designs are worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads for most areas.  Stitching counts - Mermad 73 X 52, Whale 72 X 51

Number 2 in the Early American Series by Little House Needleworks is John Hancock!  The design is worked on 30 count linen over 2 threads using hand dyed flosses.  Stitch count is 213 x 213.

Hand-poured wax Martha & George hanging ornaments.  Blackened and dusted, giving off a great scent!  2 1/4" tall approx.  Set of 2.

PREORDER - shipping week of May 14th.  Cross stitch chart for a simple, yet stunning design for summer!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 150 x 83

PREORDER - shipping week of May 14th.  Chart for a smaller sized sampler in a new series from Plum Street Samplers!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count 97 x 97

PREORDER, shipping week of May 14th.  A companion chart to the Cape Cod Keeps is staring a whimsical mermaid and an old maritime saying about said mermaid coming her hair with fish bones!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads. 

Lesson 2 in the Serial Bowl Collections.  Verse reads - Ever faithful ever kind, firm and gen'rous be thy mind.  Pinkeep is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 99 x 82

Cross stitch chart for a special pinkeep featuring large cotton plants, big house and a fancy little bird.  The design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 127 wide X 107 high

PREORDER - shipping week of May 14th.  Second in the Sampler House Series features a lovely brick home and various crown motifs and bird.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 98 X 99

NEW series from Little House Needle Works.  The first in this series is Betsy Ross, well-known for her first rendition of the American Flag.  Design is worked 30 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count 213 x 213.

I sweet little sampler stitched by the Black sisters.   The two samplers are stitched together to form one piece.  The design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count 95 x 133.

Chart for 3 Christmas ornaments to add charm to your tree.  Designs are worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch counts - 39 x 39

Chart for a fun & funky bird sampler.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 98 X 123

What a sweet little pinkeep this is!  The bright oranges, yellow greens, black, white flosses just pop on this piece.  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 99 x 70

Chart for a fabulous Adam & Eve sampler.  The motifs in this sampler are so unique & original!  The design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 275 X  336

Pattern for tiny little woven basket that's lid gets adorned with cross stitch.  The cross stitch is worked on 40 count linen over 2 threads.  The little basket becomes the perfect spot to house your orts!  Includes the tiny basket, chart, painting & finishing instructions.  You supply linen and flosses.

What is an ort, you ask?

Webster says it is a tiny scrap or remainder of food. A stitcher’s definition of "ORT" is an acronym meaning, "old raggedy threads".

A little family of rabbits who are on the hunt for Easter eggs.  The design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 145 X 87

What a fun piece this is!  Look close and you will note tiny scissors, strawberry emeries and an urn filled with tomato pincushions!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 150 x 81

NEW from the Weenie series includes the baby weenie!  The design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count 158 x 63

So soft, so simply is this new Hello Spring pillow.  The design is worked on 36 count Liberty Gathering linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 151 X 83

I love the subtle detail in this design.  You have the bird on upon the bower which is the main focal part but looking harder you will see horses, houses acorns and fields tucked in around the main design worked in tone-on-tone floss colors.  Lovely piece.  The design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads and fits perfectly into the top of the Lone Elm Lane Cabin boxes.  Stitch count - 122 wide X 93 high.

Such a beautiful piece, it is on my to-do list!  We don't see too many swan designs.  The design is worked on 32 count Gunmetal linen over 2 threads and fits beautifully in the Lone Elm Lane Colonial Frame.  The frame looks like a piece of old moulding.  Stitch count - 128 wide X 63 high

Chart for a lovely bird/floral design that is the perfect topping to the Lone Elm Lane candle box.  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count 109 X 40

I love the simplicity of this piece and the use of neutral floss tones.  The design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 120 x 89

Chart for a cheerful spring designs.  An old-fashioned bunny pull toy is pulling a robins egg cart filled with strawberry plants.  A few little chicks are joining in on this Easter Parade!  The design is worked on the lovely 36 count Chestnut linen over 2 threads.  The floss colors just pop on this lovely linen!  Stitch count - 133 wide X 65 high.  Finished size - 7 3/8" x 3 1/2".

Chart for a quaker-inspired family sampler.  The chart includes alphabet chart so that you may personalize it for your family.  The design is worked on 35 count Espresso linen over 2 threads, using rich reds, olive greens and browns.  Stitch count - 178 wide X 105 high  Finished size 9 7/8" x 5 3/4".

Chart for a quaint brick house flanked by two strawberry-filled urns with visiting bluebirds.  An old, favorite Chinese proverb is stitched along the bottom for the perfect finish to this design.  The sampler is worked on 35 count Classic Homespun over 2 threads.  Stitch count 203 wide X 103 high.  Finished size - 11 1/4" x 5 5/8".

A lovely sampler designed arount the Shaker verse, Hands to Works, Hearts to God.  The center cartouche' is flanked by floral-filled urns and topped off with a lovely floral border.  The sampler is worked on 35 count Dove linen over two threads. 

The second in the Essamplaire Petite series is for the Adam & Eve collector!  Pattern includes charts for all four miniature samplers.  Group them all together for a charming look.  The designs are worked on 40 count Parchment linen over 2 threads.

Chart for a precious collection of 4 mini samplers.  Group them together for a charming display.  Each design is worked on 40 count Parchment linen over 2 threads.  I chose 4 different frames and then painted them all to look alike.  The pattern will supply frame information and painting instructions.

Chart for a lovely patriotic piece to honor our dear Lady Liberty who was gifted to us by France.  Her completion year was 1886.  The piece is worked on 36 count Sterling linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count 96 X 117  Finished size - 5 1/4" x 6 1/2".

They are back!  The mice are in the sewing room, they have found our needles, scissors and a big old tomato pincushion.  This fun little pincushion is worked on 35 count Old Town Blend linen over 2 threads mostly, with a small amount of over 1.  Stitch count - 73 wide X 74 high.  Finished size - 4" x 4"

It's Berry Days at Thistle Down Farm and it's a bountiful crop!  The design features a lovely house surrounded by blooming thistle plants and it's flourishing strawberry bed.  The piece then gets finished the the top of a small wooden box that looks like a book.  The side of the book box has a little drawer, a perfect spot to hold your stitching tools.  A bonus chart is included in the pattern for a tiny needle book.  Designs are worked on 36 count Wren linen over 2 threads.

Madam Hare is surround by tulips, they are everywhere she turns!  Chart for a fun Spring design with just a hint of Easter....certainly can keep this one out beyond the Easter season!  Design is worked on 36 count Beige linen over 2 threads.  Pom trim and dimensional bow on Madam Hare adds extra detail and charm to this piece.  Stitch count - 120 wide X 83 high.  Finished size - 6 5/8" x 4 1/2"

From the Flashcard series comes the word Bloom!  The two o's are represented with two blooming flowers.  A sweet little hummingbird is enjoying their nectar.  The design is worked on 35 count Espresso linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count 158 wide X 49 high.  Finished size - 8 3/4" x 2 5/8".

The 1st in a NEW Loose Feathers series from Blackbird Designs.  Worked in browns, drabby greens and blues is this small sampler with it's signature Blackbird motifs....it is fabulous in person!  Design is worked on 36 count Wren linen over two threads.  Finished size 5" x 5".

Chart for a beautiful blue and brown sampler.  The borders on this piece are so sweet.  The design is worked on 36 count Oaken linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count 181 x 160

Pattern for a sweet little patriotic pinkeep that gets housed in a papermache box that gets finished into a Uncle Sam Hat...very cute finish!  Stitch count 43 wide X 47 high  Design is worked on 32 count Murky linen.

Pattern for a beautiful sampler that is filled with floral urns and surrounded with a berry border.  The pattern also includes the sweet little heart for keeping your pins. 

A fabulous red bird, with a floral wreath around it's neck is perched in a pincushion basket.  The piece is then cleverly finished into a sewing pocket!  The design is worked on 35 count linen over 2 threads.  Finished size 4 1/2" x 6 1/8".

Pattern for a patriotic-themed pin drop.  Lady Liberty tops it off and a waving flag with intertwined floral vine accents the sides of the pincushion.    The design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Finished size 3 1/2" x 3".

A new series of Christmas samplers from Blackbird Designs!  The ladies used an antique sampler for their inspiration for this design and then added their own motifs for personalization.  Design is worked on 36 count Legacy linen.  Finished size 7" x 11 3/8".  Stitch count - 125 wide X 203 high

A COUNTRY STITCHES EXCLUSIVE!  Chart for a sweet little St Nick who has been busy tending the holly in his potting shed.  The design is worked on 36 count Legacy linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 55" x 54".  The piece is then perfectly displayed on the top of a tiny wooden table top with mini pom trim as an accent. 

Charming Christmas design starring a St Nick whose napsack is overflowing with pomagranates and tulips.  His 9 reindeer are all standing at attention, ready for their big delivery night.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 145 wide X 121 high.

Large poinsettas and snowflakes make a special background for this wooly Christmas lamb.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 81 wide X 67 high

Cross stitch chart for a sweet little reindeer and St Nick.  Large holly leaves and berries are a perfect frame for this design.  The piece is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 100 wide X 76 high

Chart for a shepherd-like St Nick.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 79 wide X 114 high

From the Jack's Sweet Shoppe Series, comes Merry Friends!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 78 wide X 68 high

A stocking starring our favorite cat, Olga!  This is a full-sized stocking filled with wonderful autumn motifs.  The design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count 152 x 333h.  Stocking measures approximately 18" long.

Chart for a fabulous Thanksgiving-themed piece...look at those sweet, plump turkeys and Pilgrim!  Design is worked on 36 count Olde Towne Blend by R&R over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 122 wide X 81 high.

These sweet mermaid misses are luring the Pilgrim ment to Turkey Bay for a feast of turkey!  Design is worked on 36 count Olde Towne Blend linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 122 wide X 81 high

Cross stitch chart for a fluffy little ewe who is admiring all the pumpkins.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 83 x 81

Inspired by an antique German Santa and the wooly Putz sheep is a fun Christmas door hanger.  The design is worked on 36 count Legacy linen over 2 threads.  Tiny jingle bell and a dimensional rope for the sled adds nice texture and detail to the finish.  Stitch count - 12 wide X 63 high.  Finished size - 7 1/8" x 3 1/2".

"Would you like a lump of sugar with your tea?"  The mice are back in the house and enjoying a morning cup of Christmas Tea!  The pattern includes 3 of the sweet tiny tea tags for finishing purposes.  Design is worked on 35 count Abecedarian linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 110 wide X 64 high.  Finished size - 6" wide x 3 1/2" high.

Inspired by an antique German Christmas tree ornament, With thy Needle & Thread brings to you this vintage pinkeep.  The design is worked on 35 count Chestnut linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 112 wide X 50 high

Pattern for a lovely piece that is based on the popular biblical verse, "She seeketh wool & flax and worketh willingly with her hands".  An oversized urn is flowing with flax and a little dame.  The green pasture is home to her flock of sheep.  The design fits perfectly in the top of a Lone Elm Lane Cabin Box.  Design is worked on 36 count Legacy linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 133 wide X 97 high.  Finished size - 7 3/8" x 5 3/8".

A special Autumn- themed design that is finished on a fun little wooden table top.  The design is worked on 36 count Legacy linen over 2 threads.  Pom trim and a dimentional bow around the squirrels neck adds such sweet charm to the finish.  Stitch count - 54 wide X 52 high. 

SPECIAL ORDER ITEM;  This is a special order item, no returns allowed.  Please allow 2 - 3 weeks delivery of this item.  Please order separately if you don't want this item to hold up other items that you may be ordering.

A lovely box for displaying the Wool & Flax design on!  The box is 8" x 10", with the top design area measuring 6" x 8".  The box lid lifts off and there is a sliding compartment for storing your stitching tools.  The paint color is Vintage Herb.

Cross stitch pattern for a prim and proper Miss who is decked out in her holiday-best dress!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 94 X 80  Finished size - 6" x 5".

A sweet Halloween cross stitch chart for a stitching witch!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 82 x 82  Finished size - 5 1/2" x 5"

Cross stitch pattern for a snowy Christmas pinkeep.  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 104 x 72.  Finished size - 7" x 4 1/2"

It is spring and the redbuds are in bloom!  Cross stitch pattern for a 6" x 7 1/2" pinkeep that is worked on 30 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 84 x 109

100% beeswax ornament

100% beeswax ornament

LIMITED EDITION, HURRY!  The second in this series!  Kit includes the chart and flosses, you supply linen and pom trim.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 90 wide X 66 high.

A fun Halloween spin-off of the earlier released John & Abilgail chart.  This design is starring John, Abigail and their two of six children (Nabby and John Quincy) dressed for the autumn season.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Black pom trim finishes the edges of this fun pinkeep.  Stitch count - 144 wide X 73 high

Chart for a small pillow, verse reads - "hurt not the earth, neither the sea nor the trees.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 185 w X 79 h.

Chart for a sampler that features a large house, stag, bird and various flowers.  Verse reads - A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance.  Design is worked on 36 count Ale linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 219 wide X 124 high

Chart for an antique reproduction sampler, along with a small pinkeep.  Designs are worked on 36 count linen over 1 and 2 threads.  Sampler stitch count - 216w X 168 h  Pinkeep stitch count - 140 w X 62 high

Pattern includes charts for 3 sweet, quick-to-stitch, Halloween designs & they are precious!  Designs are worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Finished sizes - 3" x 2 1/4"

Wonderful new autumn chart from Plum Street Samplers!  Pumpkins everywhere, and who doesn't love a big red house?  The top border features folky crows...perfect!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 130 wide X 118 high

Cross stitch chart inspired by penny rug!  The little pennies border a lovely autumn-themed design.  Design is worked on 36 count Wren linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 115 x 91

Chart for a tombstone design inspired by old tombstones and a biblical verse.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 118 wide X 130 high

Chart for a fraktur with a whimsical nautical theme!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 145 wide X 108 high

Hand-poured beeswax that is blackened and then dusted with spices for a wonderful aroma.  Linen hanger finishes the piece off. 

Hand-poured beeswax that is blackened and then dusted with spices for a wonderful aroma.  Linen hanger finishes the piece off. 

Hand-poured beeswax that is blackened and then dusted with spices for a wonderful aroma.  Linen hanger finishes the piece off. 

Complete the One for the Crow pinkeep display with acorns and a crow!  Package includes one 4" artificial crow and 15 acorns. 

Pattern for two small pinkeeps, perfect for your Halloween decorating!  Put the two pieces together on a large platter, with acorns and artificial crow for a great vignette!  The designs are worked on 40 count linen over 2 threads, using hand dyed flosses.  Tiny linen ric rac trim is hand stitched to the edges for a perfect finish.  Stitch counts - Large 99 wide X 105 high.  Small - 99 wide X 50 high.

Cross stitch pattern for a Autumn-themed sampler.  The verse reads, "When the year from fruitful labor turns to rest, founts of warmth and comfort in my being flow."  The piece is perfect to bring out in early October and leave out through Thanksgiving.  The design is worked on 36 count Legacy linen over 2 threads, using hand dyed flosses.  Stitch count - 137 wide X 227 high

Cross stitch pattern for a sweet little field mouse in her Halloween costume.  The design is worked on 40 count Pewter linen over 2 threads, using hand dyed flosses.  Chenille trim and clear crystal beads for stars adds detail and texture. 

Cross stitch pattern for a floral urn design that was designed to fit in the Lone Elm Lane pincushion sewing box (Vintage Dove).  The pattern also includes the pattern for the strawberry emery.  Design is worked on 36 count Liberty Gathering linen over 2 threads, using hand dyed flosses. 

SPECIAL ORDER:  These 4" x 4" x 9" wooden Sewing Pincushion Clamps are perfect for displaying small needlework in the top, creating a pincushion.  The little drawer is perfect for keeping needles, pins and small scissors at your side.  The piece clamps onto a side table. (Vintage Dove shown)

NOTE -This is a special order item, order carefully.  There is a 20% restocking fee on returns of this item. We order these on Fridays of each week.  Once orders are placed please allow 3 - 4 weeks from the Friday of the week the order is placed  for delivery.  Order item separately if you don't want it to hold up other items that you may be ordering.  

Chart for a fun little pinkeep with a verse taken from an old sampler.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over two threads.  Stitch count - 144 x 69

Chart for a sweet little Russian Babushka who is all ready for Halloween.   Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 139 x 130

Chart for a patriotic, summer-themed pin drum.  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 62 X 71

1 yd pom pom trim

1 yd pom pom trim

Chart for a lovely countryside sampler.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 256 x 143

Punchneedle pattern for little lady Pearl whom is knitting right off the back of her wooly sheep...too cute!  Pattern includes the pre-stamped weavers cloth.   5" x 6"

Chart for an antique reproduction sampler that was created into a small pocket by the stitcher in 1849.  Such a unique finish with the verse stitched on the backside.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.

1 yd mini pom trim

Chart for a primsical patriotic flag-bearing folk.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads. 

Chart for a liberty-themed pinkeep.  Design is worked on 30 count Parchment linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 61 X 61

Patriotic chart with button flowers for a sweet little finish.  Design is worked on 36 count Legacy linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 130 x 100

Chart for a fun summer-time pillow.  From the Mrs Maguire series comes the bee charmer...isn't she sweet?  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads. 

Chart for a summer crock filled with flowers and a gently waving flag.  Chart includes the larger scissor pocket as well as two smaller designs that work for scissor weights.  Designs are worked on 40 count Sand linen over 2 threads.  Stitch counts: Pillow - 93 x 97, Lg. fog - 41 x 49, Sm. fob - 31 x 33

Chart for a pinkeep and scissor weight.  Use of buttons adds extra charm and texture to the finishes.  Designs are worked on 36 count linen over two threads.  Stitch counts: Pinkeep - 95 x 71, Scissor Weight - 29 x 36

You stitch the stripes on this piece to make it look like a linen hand towel.  Such a nice touch to the center bee motif!  Design is worked on 30 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 136 wide X 86 high

Pattern for a patriotic sampler that features Franklin D Roosevelt's State of The Union address of 1941.  The design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 97 x 189

Pattern for a very soft and pretty sampler for all the stitchers at heart.  Verse reads - my sould is fed with needle & thread.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 207 x 154

PREORDER ITEM - to ship around May 11th.  This is the last in the Sampler Lessons series.  Simple, yet stunning, are the stag motifs on either side of the tree and lovely verse.  Kit includes pattern, floss and trim.  Limited quantities.

PREORDER ITEM - to ship around May 11th.  Chart featuring the 2nd president, John Adams and his wife.  The piece reflects his fondness of gardening.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 122w X 56h

PREORDER - shipping around May 11th.  Pattern for a lovely patriotic-themed sampler with lots and lots of fun motifs.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 227 wide X 189 high

NEW from Blackbird Designs book featuring 5 patriotic-themed project titles - Liberty Rose, Salute to Abigail, In Full Glory, American Eagle and Sweet Land of Liberty.

Chart #5 in the Garden Club Series from Blackbird Designs!  Stitch the two motifs together and frame or stitch them separately and stitch into small pinkeeps.  The designs are worked on 32 count Straw and Parchment linens.  Stitch count are 66 x 30

Chart for a sampler with charm of yesteryear!  The design is worked on 40 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 196 x 144

Chart for a sweet little sampler of Alice Merryfield's garden, surrounded by a picket fence, flowers, appletrees and chickens.  The design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 110 x 110

Antique reproduction chart of an 1818 sampler.  The design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 125 x 228

Pattern for a wool applique pinkeep pillow featuring two old chums.  Size 6" x 8.5". 

Hand-poured 100% blackened beeswax ornament with linen hanger.  3 1/4" tall

Hand-poured pure blackened beeswax ornament with linen hanger.  3" tall

100% beeswax

Chart for a 9" x 9 1/2" ditty pouch featuring a funky blackbird, cheery flower, key and various other fill-in motifs.  The design is worked on 25 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 108 x 115

Tiny houses and little dame are flanked by large urn of blueberries and a raven who has thieved a berry for himself!  The design is worked on 40 count linen over 2 threads.  Finished size - 9 X 4   Stitch count - 181 X 82

LIMITED EDITION!  A wonderfully kitted design for an Adam & Eve sampler with a farm feel to it.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Kit includes:  black wooden tray, linen, hand dyed flosses, cotton batting, cardboard and chart.  Stitch count - 103 wide X 77 high.  Finished size - 6" x 5".

Pattern for simply true reminder - Home is where our story begins.  The design is worked on 35 count Espresso linen over 1 and two threads, using hand dyed flosses.  Stitch count - 139 wide X 48 high

Chart for a sweet little sampler staring a cottontail leaping over tulips.  Various side borders creates a nice finish.  The design is worked on 35 count Espresso linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 94 wide X 101 high

The inspiration for this pattern comes from an antique woven wool coverlet by the Gilmour brothers of Union County, Indiana ~ circa, 1839.  The sturdy farmhouse between two trees with a picket fence was their signature motif.   The design is worked on 40 count Ale linen over 2 threads.  The piece is then finished in a cute little wooden tray...a perfect place to rest your needle and pins.  Stitch count - 142 wide X 61 high. 

Pattern for two frolicing rabbits with flowers and basket filled with eggs.  The piece is a perfect finish on the 6" Robin's Egg Blue shaker box by Lone Elm Lane.  The design is worked on 36 count Legacy linen over 2 threads for all areas except the tiny butterflies, those are over 1 thread.  I chose to fill the box with easter basket grass and tucked a few eggs into the nest.  The lid then sits down into the box for a wonderful spring-time display. 

Pattern for a scissor/needle keep and a pinball.  The simple flower and sampler is stunning on the dark linen.  Designs are worked on the 35 count Gun Metal linen. 

Chart for the birdlovers at heart!  Verse reads -  Birds nest where hearts rest.   It is always exciting when a mother bird chooses to nest near my home and this piece was inspired by the enjoyment of it.  Design is worked on 36 count Mello linen over 2 threads for all areas except the verse.  Verse is worked over 1 thread.  Stitch count - 155 wide X 75 high

Tulips, lady with a fruit basket, fun floral border and flitting birds and a favorite verse.  Design is worked on 36 count Legacy linen over 2 threads using hand dyed flosses.  Stitch count - 185 wide X 112 high.

Inspired by PA Dutch Fraktur-styled paintings is the pattern for two red birds and their nest.  Various flowers, tulips and alphabet complete this design into a fabulous sampler.  Design is worked on 36 count Wren linen over 2 threads, using hand dyed flosses.  Stitch count - 252 wide X 142 high

First in a new series - Tiny Handwork Samplers.  This is for all you over 1 stitchers!  This sweet and tiny little sampler measures just 3 5/8" x 4 1/4".    The design is worked on 35 count Espresso linen over 1 thread.  Stitch count - 131 wide X 152 high

So simple, yet so sweet is this design.  Worked in a nice, time-worn & faded color pallette for a perfect finish.  Grab your box of buttons and find the perfect flower buttons.  Design is worked on 30 count Chamomile linen over 2 threads.   Linen braid is used for the hanger, perfect accent to the piece.   Stitch count - 99 wide X 51 high

Pattern for a fun patriotic piece!  Tuck into a bowl, add a few small handflags and you have a fun display for the 4th of July.  Design is worked on 40 count Legacy linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 147 wide X 59 high.

Pattern for a perfect piece for one's sewing room or for the wall that is next to your stitching chair!  Verse reads - sew....a needle pulling thread.  The piece is filled with fun little sewing notions, take a look!  Tiny spools of threads, tomato pincushions, scissors, bird with needle in it's beak, tiny strawberry emeries grace the bottom of the dames dress and spools make the flower pots for the plants with button-blooms!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads for all areas, except the needle in the birds beak.  Stitch count - 201 wide X 112 high

The inspiration for this pattern came from the corner bloxk of a late 1800's woven coverlet, by Henry Adolph.  The design is worked on 36 count Legacy linen over two threads using Belle Soie Silk floss.  Stitch count - 134 wide X 102 high

Chart for a berry bouquet in a patriotic bunting trimmed ironstone vase.  Perched proudly in the bouquet is a young eagle wearing his Abe Lincoln hat.  Design is worked on 36 count Wren linen over 2 threads, using hand dyed flosses.  Stitch count - 151 wide X 117 high

A new series from Beth of Heartstring Samplery for the bird lover at heart!  Chart includes patterns for 3 birds, American Goldfinch (our state bird, I must stitch), Blackheaded Grosbeak and a pair of Mourning Doves.  The designs are worked on 32 count Wren linen over two threads.  These designs are small enough to translate them into pincushions to fill a wooden bowl also!  Super cute!

Chart for a stunning house and look at the garden in it's front yard, fabulous!  This piece comes with a very interesting historical family backstory to the designer.  The design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 253 X 183

Look at those cute polka-dotted pigs!  A fun and quick stitch and then finished into a little pillow for your pins.  Design is worked on 32 count Murky linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 153 x 95  Finished size - 10" x 7"

New book from Blackbird Designs!  This book features NEW designs as well as a few that have been brought out of retirement due to the demand (Tis the Season, Blessings Be Thine & Christmas Garden).  New designs in this book feature a darling stocking series, a fabulous pinkeep, "Home for the Holidays" and various little box finishes with needlework tucked in them.  A must have book for the Blackbird Designs Lover

From the new series, Tender Hearts!  Chart for a precious little heart pocket to tuck your favorite stitching scissors into.  I love the necklace chain finish with a couple little charms dangling on it's side...so sweet!  Design is worked on 2 different shades of 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Finished size 9" x 9".

#3 in the new series, Tender Hearts by Blackbird Designs!  Tiny little heart with sweet scentiments stitched on it's side, "stitch by stitch, mending my heart".  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 1 and 2 threads.  Finished size - 4 3/4" x 3 1/2".

2nd in the new series, Tender Hearts by Blackbird Designs...you will want to collect them all!  Chart for a 5 3/4" x 5" heart-shaped pinkeep.  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 71 x 50

The 1st in the NEW Blackbird Designs series, Tender Hearts!  This charming little pinkeep features a signature-styled Blackbird Designs bird!  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 91 x 79.  Finished size - 6 3/4" x 6"

Kit includes - chart, 36 count Vintage Meadow Rue linen, Gloriana silk flosses & needle.  Finished size is 2.5" x 4.5"...perfect to stitch into a petite pinkeep.

Chart for 3 projects, Caddy Panel, Needle Book & Fob...all with sweet little woolly sheep!  Projects are all stitched on 32 count linen over 2 threads. 

Chart for a saltbox and weeping willow design that fits on a papermache book box and a teeny tiny scissor fob worked over 1 thread....precious!  Designs are worked on 36 count linen over 1 and 2 threads.  Stitch counts - Cover panel 47 x 71, inner panel 41 x 53 and scissor fob 34 x 34

Chart for a wonderful friendship-themed piece.  Verse reads - Friends are the gardeners who make our souls blossom.  Personalize with initials of choice.  Design is worked on 32 count Parchment linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 77 x 121  Finished size - 4 3/4" x 7 3/4".  Tool caddy is from Doodlin Around Designs. 

Chart for a fun patriotic-themed needle book, scissor fob and pin roll.  Designs are worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads. 

Chart for a charming little patriotic needlebook and scissor fob...look at those sweet kittens!  Designs are worked on 32 count Beige linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count:  Needle book - 49 x 101 and Fob - 31 x 31

Chart and instructions for a primitive sewing box, stitched needlebook, scissor fob and pin roll.  Love anything stitched in browns and blues and this is no exception....absolutely darling!  Designs are worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Sewing box requires a 7 1/2" paper mache box.

Chart for a stunning patrioti-themed sampler.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 349 wide X 211 high