Project bag designed to match the Coming to America - Women of the Mayflower sampler!

You will get: a pre-printed Linen Cotton Canvas fabric panel and coordinating blue/white ticking. This is a cut & sew panel.  All parts are printed to size, no measuring required...just cut & sew!  Recommended to those who have previous sewing knowledge, especially putting in a zipper.  Fabric panel will create a 12 1/4" x 9 3/4" project bag.

You will need to supply: 14" zipper, ric rac trim, matching sewing thread,  1/2 yard lining fabric, interfacing and zipper charm, if desired.  Kit does not include the anchor zipper charm.

Fabric designed by With thy Needle & Thread/Brenda Gervais to celebrate the 400th anniversary of the arrival of the Mayflower which is celebrated this year.

NOTE - once you purchase a kit that includes the pattern, there is no need to purchase a kit with a pattern again, as the project bags all follow the same set of directions/finishing.  Hang onto your pattern for use of future fabric panel releases!

A commemorative kit celebrating the 400th anniversary of the Mayflower.  Included in the kit: The Coming to America ~ Women of the Mayflower sampler pattern, sampler label (to sign and date and place on the back side of the finished sampler), corner gauge/floss tag and ring, Celebrate Harvest cross stitch chart, William Bradford informational card with journal fabric (fabric is used as finishing fabric for the Celebrate Harvest pincushion), Pilgrim needle magnet.  All the items come packaged in a custom printed box that can double as a project box.  LIMITED SUPPLY!  ONE PER PERSON LIMIT.

Look at her!  She not only grows sunflowers in her garden, candy corn too!  Design is worked on 40 count 18th Century Blackbird linen over two threads, using DMC and various hand dyed flosses.  Stitch count 90 X 120.  Finished size - 4 1/2" x 6".

NOTICE - if ordering the 40 count 18th Century Blackbird linen please note this shipment the linen dye lot reads more gray, less hint of purple.  All the flosses called for will work nicely on this different dye lot as well.

Fun little Halloween pincushion in the cup series!  She's brewed up some brew and enjoys her morning cup out in her bittersweet patch.  Design is worked on 38 count Heron Grey linen by Legacy Linen, over 2 threads.  Various DMC and hand dyed flosses are called for.  Stitch count - 68 x 85.  Finished size - 3 1/2" x 4 3/8".

The 1st in a seasonal series!  Cross stitch basket design that is filled with autumnal motifs that I love to collect.  Design is stitched on 36 count Heartland linen over 2 threads, using hand-dyed flosses.  Stitch count - 69 x 89.  Finished size - 3 3/4" x 4 7/8".  Basket handle is finished off with a twill bow to add texture and dimension to the basket!

Pattern for an antique reproduction sampler.  Stitch count - 270 x 238.  

Stitch count - 89 X 151  Design is worked on 36 count over 2 threads, using hand dyed flosses.

Samper pattern of an antique reproduction.  Stitch count 221 X 234.

Stitch count - 125 wide X 44 high  Worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads, using hand dyed flosses.

Stitch count - 395 x 339  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Design by Blackbird Designs

Stitch count - 199 x 191.  Worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Design by Blackbird Designs

Cross stitch pattern book filled with 16 projects from the gals at Blackbird Designs!  Wonderful value!

Stitch count - 170 x 157.  Worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Design by Blackbird Designs

Stitch count - 175 wide X 221 high.  Design is worked on 36 count Legacy linen over 2 threads.  Design by Blackbird Designs

Pattern for a lovely quaker huswife and scissor fob.  

Pattern for an antique reproduction sampler.  Stitch count 244 X 290

The box used for displaying the Saltbox Quilt Sampler.  The box is unfinished.  We chose to paint it using a household indoor paint, brand - Magnolia, color #MAG060 Gold.  This brand of paint can be purchased at Ace Hardware.     Box price - $23.00 plus $4.00 additional shipping required item.

THIS ITEM CAN NOT SHIP INTERNATIONALLY, USA ADDRESSES ONLY!

Charm used on the Coffee First design.

Pattern for a Quaker-styled sampler from WTN&T!  The design is worked on 28 count Mushroom linen, one over one!  We chose to finish this tiny little sampler into a recessed top of a chest of drawers.  Stitch count - 167 X 140

This stitch may be tiny in size but isn't lacking in it's patriotic spirit.  Design is worked on 28 count Mushroom Lugana over one thread.  Stitch count - 69 X 88.  Finished size - 2 3/8" x 3 1/8".  

Stitch up this fun little pincushion in a weekend!  Pincushion motifs include tomato pincushions, spools of thread, scissors and a jar filled with real buttons!  The piece is simply trimmed with narrow ric rac trim for added detail & charm.  Stitched on 40 count Straw linen over 2 threads using hand dyed flosses.  Stitch count - 89 X 87

Pattern for a sweet little lady and her over-grown strawberry plant.  Design is worked one over one on 28 count Mushroom Lugana and finished into a tiny oval embroidery hoop.

It's a Spring day in the raspberry patch and all the little forest friends are gathered for some sweet, juicy treats!  The cross stitch gets finished onto the top of an oval mache box and trimmed with flower trim....so spring & cute!  Design is stitched on 32 count linen over 2 threads using hand dyed flosses.  Stitch count - 53 X 81

The finishing box for Baltimore Saltbox.  The item comes unfinished, follow finishing instructions inside of the pattern.   Box price - $8.00 plus $5.50 additional shipping required item

THIS ITEM IS NOT AVAILABLE TO SHIP INTERNATIONAL, USA ADDRESS ONLY!

Look whos just hopped in, sweet little Harietta and her robin friend!  Design is worked on 36 count Winter Brew linen over 2 threads using hand dyed flosses.  Stitch count - 76 x 105

Pattern for a design that was inspired by the Baltimore Album quilts from centuries ago!  Design is worked one over one on 28 count Mushroom Lugana and then finished into the lovely little sewing box with a sliding lid top!  Stitch count - 90 X 153

"Your Heart and my Heart are very old friends."  What a nice sentiment to stitch onto a sampler to celebrate friendship or an anniversary.  Design is worked on 36 count Vintage Country Mocha linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 90 wide X 208 high

Pattern for a sampler with a wonderful styled alphabet and saltboxes with quilts hanging upon them.  The design is worked on  40 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 198 wide X 148 high.  I chose to simply hang it inside the lid of a hinged box. 

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Inspired by an antique sampler from Brenda's collection, with the use of a brighter color palette.  Sampler is stitched on 36 count Legacy linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 327 wide X 183 high

It's a good way to start the day, Coffee First!  Pattern for a fun little design to celebrate the love of coffee!  Design is worked on 40 count Vintage Country Mocha linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 74 wide X 76 high.  A wonderful silver charm adds just the perfect detail and charm to this finish!

The chest of drawers used for the Token of Love finish.  The item comes unfinished, with the pattern giving you the finishing/painting instructions.   Chest of drawers - $17.00 plus $6.00 additional shipping required item.

THIS ITEM CAN NOT SHIP INTERNATIONALLY, USA ADDRESS ONLY!

 A NEW series, Souvenirs of the Heart.  This series will be places that I visit that hold special places in my heart.  To kick off the series we have Autumn in Amana.  This design was stitched as a souvenir of my visit for a stitching retreat in the beautiful, quaint colonies, in my home state, Amana IA.  Design is tiny if you want it to be....the model is worked on 28 count even weave over 1 thread.  Finished size is a mere 2 3/8" x 3".  You can certainly work the design on larger counts if you so choose.  Stitch count - 67 wide X 87 high

2nd in the Souvenirs of the Heart series is Home for Christmas.  Going home to my parents home for Christmas always has held a special spot in my heart.   This little ornament will always remind me of those wonderful gatherings with my family.  Design is worked on 28 count Mushroom Lugana (after giving it a dip into some walnut crystals to darken it a bit) with 1 strand of hand dyed flosses.  Stitch count - 67 wide x 89 high.  Finished size - 2 3/8" x 3 1/8".

 A quick to stitch holiday design finished up in a sweet tiny oval hoop.  Design is worked on 36 count Vintage Country Mocha linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 96 wide X 63 high.

Continuing on in the popular series, Holiday Hoopla we are excited to present Christmas!  A cute little snowman guy is decked in Santa's hat and he is juggling snowflakes with his holly branch arms!  Design is worked on 36 count Winter Brew linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 52 wide X 53 high

The Merry Old Soul fills children's stockings with candy canes and spreads Christmas cheer!  Design is worked over 2 threads on 46 count Confederate Gray linen.  The piece is then finished with linen ric rac and a perfect red checked bow.  Stitch count - 80 wide X 110 high.  Finished size - 3 3/8" x 4 3/4".

Who doesn't love a snowman in red-checkered knickers?  Design is worked on the beautiful 32 count Mint Lugana over 2 threads.  Stitch count: 78 wide X 106 high.  Finished size: 4 7/8" x 6 5/8".

Fashioned after band samplers from centuries ago, enjoy a modern-day Christmas band sampler!  This mini band sampler is worked in vintage shades of reds, greens & pinks on 40 count natural linen.  Stitch count: 83 wide X 191 high.  Finished size: 4 1/8" wide X 9 1/2" high

You will get: a pre-printed, Stitcher's Lingo Linen Cotton Canvas (55% linen/45% natural cotton) fabric panel, coordinating tan/white ticking, salmon pink linen cotton canvas for strawberry emery zipper fob, green wool felt for strawberry hull and sewing instructions.  This is a cut & sew panel.  All parts are printed to size, no measuring required...just cut & sew!  Recommended to those who have previous sewing knowledge.  Fabric panel will create a 12 1/4" x 9 3/4" project bag.

You will need to supply: 14" zipper, ric rac trim, matching sewing thread, green embroidery floss, 1/2 yard lining fabric and interfacing.

Fabric designed by With thy Needle & Thread/Brenda Gervais

NOTE - once your purchase a kit that includes the pattern, there is no need to purchase a kit with a pattern again, as the project bags all follow the same set of directions/finishing.  Hang onto your pattern for use of future fabric panel releases!

You will get: a pre-printed Linen Cotton Canvas (55% linen/45% natural cotton) fabric panel, coordinating red/ivory ticking, red linen cotton canvas for strawberry emery zipper fob, green wool felt for strawberry hull and sewing instructions.  This is a cut & sew panel.  All parts are printed to size, no measuring required...just cut & sew!  Recommended to those who have previous sewing knowledge.  Fabric panel will create a 12 1/4" x 9 3/4" project bag.

You will need to supply: 14" zipper, ric rac trim, matching sewing thread, green embroidery floss, 1/2 yard lining fabric and interfacing.

Fabric designed by With thy Needle & Thread/Brenda Gervais

NOTE - once your purchase a kit that includes the pattern, there is no need to purchase a kit with a pattern again, as the project bags all follow the same set of directions/finishing.  Hang onto your pattern for use of future fabric panel releases!

Set of 3 - 1/4" ric rac trims.  These are perfect edging for all your cross stitch smalls.  You will receive 2 yards of all 3 colors in this collection.

Set of 3 - 1/4" ric rac trims.  These are perfect edging for all your cross stitch smalls.  You will receive 2 yards of all 3 colors in this collection.

Set of 3 - 1/4" ric rac trims.  These are perfect edging for all your cross stitch smalls.  You will receive 2 yards of all 3 colors in this collection.

Set of 3 - 1/4" ric rac trims.  These are perfect edging for all your cross stitch smalls.  You will receive 2 yards of all 3 colors in this collection.

Set of 3 - 1/4" ric rac trims.  These are perfect edging for all your cross stitch smalls.  You will receive 2 yards of all 3 colors in this collection.

Set of 3 - 1/4" ric rac trims.  These are perfect edging for all your cross stitch smalls.  You will receive 2 yards of all 3 colors in this collection.

Hand-poured beeswax buttons!  How cute are these?  Perfect for displaying along side your cross stitch smalls in a sweet little vignette.  Set of 7

Hand-poured beeswax buttons!  How cute are these?  Perfect for displaying along side your cross stitch smalls in a sweet little vignette.  Set of 8

Look, a turkey in disguise!  Continuing on with this fun series, Holiday Hoopla along waddles in this sweet turkey!  Design is worked on 36 count Espresso linen over 2 linen threads and then sweetly finished in a tiny, 3" embroidery hoop!

These prim & proper sampler labels feature 18th century wood cut art and space to "sign" your needlework with your name, date completed, pattern title, designer, fabric and floss.  There are 10 per package, one of each design.  These make great little gifts for your stitchy friends!  Labels are self-adhesive.  

You will get: a pre-printed Linen Cotton Canvas (55% linen/45% natural cotton) fabric panel.  Fabric panel includes the decorative Queen of the Needle/Boss of the Floss panel, coordinating blue/ivory ticking, red linen cotton canvas for strawberry emery zipper fob, green wool felt for strawberry hull and sewing instructions.  This is a cut & sew panel.  All parts are printed to size, no measuring required...just cut & sew!  Recommended to those who have previous sewing knowledge.  Fabric panel will create a 12 1/4" x 9 3/4" project bag.

You will need to supply: 14" zipper, ric rac trim, matching sewing thread, green embroidery floss, 1/2 yard lining fabric and interfacing.

Fabric designed by With thy Needle & Thread/Brenda Gervais

Tags are POPULAR and we have plain ones for you to personalize with your own stamps, stickers, etc.  Simply boil tags in a strong tea solution and dry in the oven to give them an old time-worn look.  Tags are 2 3/4" x 1 3/8" in size. 6/$1.00

The Original Easy Guide Needle was created with cross-stitchers and hand embroidery enthusiasts in mind. Each needle features a special, mini ball at the tip that helps to navigate through Aida and other linens effortlessly. The ball end easily finds the right spot in your fabric! These needles will help guide every hand stitch you make. Available in three common sizes.

It's Halloween and things are getting exciting in the chicken house!  This sweet little witch feeds the chickens her rotten pumpkins...a treat if your a chicken!  Design is worked on 36 count linen.

What type of potions does a witch keep in her pantry?  Stitch count - 131 X 99  PREORDER ITEM, SHIPS EARLY AUGUST.

It's pumpkin harvest time!  A prim little witch and her black cat are busy picking the perfect pumpkins.  Stitch count - 131 X 99  PREORDER ITEM, SHIPS EARLY AUGUST!

Be honest, these are the cutest bats ever...right?!!  Bats with candycorn necklaces, black cat, Mr Moon and orange fall flowers make for a fun Halloween stitch!  Design is worked on 32 count Kermit linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 182 wide X 96 high.

What a fun trio of little witches this is!  Stitch count - 198 x 104.  THIS IS A PREORDER ITEM, SHIPPING EARLY AUGUST>

Pattern for a prim little pumpkin head girl who is giving that crow the side eye...isn't she cute?  Design is worked on 36 count Winter Brew linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 79 X 106

An antique reproduction for a sweet, redwork needleroll...very rare to see a sampler stitched in this fashion!  Design is worked on 36 count Winter Brew linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 156 wide X 36 high

Continuing in the Holiday Hoopla, we present Halloween!  A sweet little witch flitting across the sky upon her broom and scary bats, too!  Design is worked on 36 count Kermit linen over 2 threads.  The piece is then finished in a tiny, 3" embroidery hoop...an easy finish!

Freshly planed from the woodshop ~ natural Minnesota pine wood shavings.  This makes a perfect filler for your cross stitched smalls and pincushions.  Your finishes will be nice and square & flat and such a nice feel in hand!  2 oz per package (will be enough to fill approximately 2 medium-sized smalls).

Lovely little sampler designed to look like an old one.  Stitch count - 171 wide X 130 high.  Worked on 40 count linen over 2 threads.

Antique reproduction of a lovely 1821 motif sampler.  Stitch count - 183 wide X 99 high.  Worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads using overdyed cotton flosses.

What a cute lit'l bird this is!  Stitch count - 55 wide X 100 high.  Design is worked on 30 count linen over 2 threads.

Stitch count - 110 X 69.  Design is worked over 2 threads using DMC flosses

There's a 4th of July parade on the farm!  Stitch count - 169 wide X 97 high.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 1 thread.

Cross stitch made to look like the old Polaride camera photos, remember those?  Stitch count - 63 wide X 81 high.  Designs are worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.

Stitch count - 131 wide X 85 high.  Worked on 40 count linen over 2 threads.

Stitch count - 94 wide X 116 high.  Worked over 2 threads using a variety of flosses.

A wonderfully prim, patriotic design!  Stitch count - 113 wide X 100 high.  Design is worked on 36 count Wren linen over 2 threads.

The summer design is this sweet little seasonal pillow series is here!  Stitch count - 121 x 85 worked on Picture This Plus Wren linen over 2 threads.

Stitch count - 144 wide X 134 high.  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.

Stitch count - 176 x 90.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads using DMC flosses.

Pattern for a wonderfully prim band sampler, love this!  It is stunning in person.  Stitch count - 210 wide X 361 high.  Worked on 40 count linen over 2 threads.

The 2019 Prairie Schooler Santa is here!  Stitch count - 75 high x 57 wide

Celebrate the birthday of our country with this sweet little flag-waving Uncle Sam.  Design is worked on 40 count Sheep's Straw linen over 2 threads.  Design gets finished in a tiny 3" wooden embroidery hoop.

Use this 12 wt cotton thread just as you would embroidery floss for cross stitch or embroidery.   Sampler box contains eighty, 50 yd spools.  Comes in a handy carrying/storage case. 

- One strand is equivalent to 2 strands of other flosses

- No need to separate strands

- No tangling like other flosses

- Cut to any desired length

- Snap spools are tidy for storage

This may require additional postage, we will contact you if this is the case.

Use this 12 wt cotton thread just as you would embroidery floss for cross stitch or embroidery.   Sampler box contains 66 solids and 14 variegated 50 yd spools.  Comes in a handy carrying/storage case. 

- One strand is equivalent to 2 strands of other flosses

- No need to separate strands

- No tangling like other flosses

- Cut to any desired length

- Snap spools are tidy for storage

This may require additional postage, we will contact you if this is the case.

The quaker-themed motifs and the wooden tray finish make this piece so unique.  Simple yet wonderful.  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Pattern gives complete finishing instructions for the wood tray finish.  Scalloped Square Trays are available from us and sold in a set of 3.  This pattern will require the small tray of the set. Stitch count - 89 x 89

This fun patriotic chart includes two pincushions.  The first is in celebration of our nations birthday and verse reads - where liberty dwells there is my country.  The second pincushion is fashioned to look like the Ohio Star quilt block, you will stitch the star points to look like ticking fabrice.  Designs are worked on 40 count linen over 2 threads.

Look at that bunny!  Look at those cute little robins!  And the pink linen!  This little bunny guy is kind of a spin off of the snowman chart, All Bundled Up!  Watch for a Halloween version of this design in the future from WTN&T!  The design is worked on 32 count In the Pink linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 164 x 96

Set of 3 unfinished wooden trays.  Trays are tapered so the top is wider then the bottom.  At the widest point, the small tray measures 7" x 7" x 3, medium 8" x 8" x 3 1/2*, large tray 9" x 9" x 4".  This item may require additional postage then what the shopping cart provides, depending on where you live.  If this is the case, we will be in contact with you at time of shipping when we know the shipping fees.

Verse reads ~ the flower doesn't dream of the bee, it blossoms and the bee comes.  To go along with the verse with have over-sized bee balm flowers towering sweet little houses and a little maiden who tends the bees.  The design is then uniquely finished in the size small stacking, rectangular tray. Design is worked on 40 count Sheep's Straw linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 194 wide x 129 high

NEW from Blackbird Designs - booklet containing three stitching projects celebrating friendships (sampler, pincushion and sewing box)

NEW from Blackbird Designs.  Booklet contains patterns for 5 wonderful cross stitch designs.

Pattern for an original sampler that centers around a sturdy farmhouse motif that was common in wool coverlets from the mid 1800's.  The weavers of these coverlets were the Gilmour brothers from Indiana.   Various floral motifs, urns, birds and the alphabet worked in yummy shades of browns and blues is just the right compliment to the farmhouse.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads and finished in the medium size scalloped rectangular wooden tray (available from us).  Stitch count - 195 x 135

Verse reads, "and in a tedious sampler sewed her mind..."  Various motifs and the alphabet are stitched and sewn into a lovely little sewing basket.  The verse is worked and left in it's tiny hoop to add detail and charm to this basket.  A must have for any sampler lover!  Design is worked on 40 count linen over 2 threads on the box and over 1 on the hoop.

NEW holiday series from WTN&T!  To kick off the series we have Easter.  A plump little bunny has found his spot in the tulip patch!  The design is worked over 2 on 40 count and finishes up to fit in a tiny, 3" embroidery hoop!  Ribbon hanger adds extra detail, color & charm. 

Pattern for a cookie cutter shaped dimensional bunny. Spring flowers, egg basket and a plump little robin adorn the body of the bunny.  A quick & fun stitch!  Design is worked on 36 count Winter's Brew linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 71 wide X 106 high.

A beautiful sampler to celebrate an anniversary.  Not into samplers?  The pattern also includes a 2nd chart for a cut down version of the sampler, omitting the alphabet side.  Design is worked on 40 count Sheep's Straw by R&R over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 336 wide X 113 high

Set of natural unfinished pine wood stacking trays.  Measurements at the widest/highest points, the interior of the trays measures: Sm - 11" x 7 1/2" x 1 3/4".  Med - 12" x 8 3/4" x 1 3/4".  Lg - 13" x 10" x 1 3/4".   This item may require additional postage above what the shopping cart provides to you.  If this is the case, at time of shipping we will be in contact with you when we know the shipping costs.

NEW from Blackbird Designs!  This booklet is packed with samplers and projects all with a French Flair... 11 projects in all!

Chart filled with a grand house, shepherd and shepherdess, sheep and all the goodies.  Verse is a quote from Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice.  Design is worked on 36 count.  Stitch count - 142 x 154

Paulette has come up with another animal stack and who doesn't like a few little fox?  Design is worked on 36 count Winter Brew linen.  Stitch count - 54 x 90

Pattern for a fun little pincushion starring two bird friends in Fraktur-style.  Worked on 35 count linen over 2.  Stitch count - 95 x 74

These little designs are cleverly designed to look like the old-fashioned Polaride camera pictures....remember those?  Yea, I am dating myself!!  Designs are worked on 36 count linen.  Stitch count - 63 x 81

This is a follow-up design to The Milk & Cream Co from last year.  Such a sweet, sweet piece.  Design is stitched on 36 count Wren linen over 2.  Stitch count - 123 x 127

Look what's up next in the line of little Doxies....cute!  Design is stitched on 36 count over 2.  Stitch count - 239 x 62

Cross stitch pattern for a whimsical Autumn-themed sampler.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 184 x 130

Fun to stitch small for the Thanksgiving season!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 54 x 90

Stitch up some winter time fun with this darling ornament!  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 35 x 37  Pattern includes the two tiny snowflake buttons!

Pattern for a simple, yet sweet holiday ornament.  Design is worked on 2 threads on 36 count linen.  Stitch count - 39 x 56.  Pattern includes a the tiny red accent beads.

Precious cross stitch design to stitch and finish as shown or make into a fun ornament!  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 45 x 45

Great chart for the reader at heart!  Verse reads, I shall be miserable if I have not an excellent library.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 113 x 147

From the Hometown Holiday series comes the "Clockmaker"...what a sweet little store it is!  Design is worked on 30 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 76 x 50

These sweet cross stitch designs are worked to look like the old-fashioned Polaroid camera photos...remember shaking them as they dried?!!  The designs are worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads for most areas.  Stitch count  63 X 81

A pattern for a wonderful sampler dedicated to friends and friendship.  Verse reads - How much to be prized and esteemed is a friend on whom we may always with safety depend.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 158 X 158

1st in the Glitter Village series!  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 57 x 57

What a fun piece!  Will you check the naughty or nice box?!!  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 71 x 136

Pattern for 3 sweet little Halloween houses.  Designs are worked on 28 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count 61 x 77

Pattern includes all 3 wintery house scenes!  Designs are worked on 28 count over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 61 x 77

From the Festive Little Fobs series, Christmas Edition is here!  Designs are worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.

So simple, yet so sweet!  Sampler is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 133 x 133

The 4th and final pattern from the Baltimore seasonal series is here!  Worked in lovely shades of reds and greens this design makes a wonderful Christmas-themed piece.  The design is worked on 28 count Mushroom Lugana fabric over 1 linen thread.  Pattern will give you instructions to finish the piece onto an oval mache box.  We've chosed to fill the box with antique mother of pearl buttons, a vintage bottle brush tree and the tiny floral wreath pincushion.  The pattern also gives you instructions how to turn a new bottle brush tree into a lovely, faded one that looks like it came yester-year! 

Brrr, it's a snowy forecast...Winter scarves and boots required!  A plump little cardinal is dressed for the winter and is company to a jolly, old soul!  No corncob pipe, but a hat entwined with winter berries with snowflakes gently falling.  A fun winter stitch!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 186 wide X 123 high

Look whose been in the kitchen!  Two little brown field mice are busy making Plum Pudding, their favorie Christmas dessert!  One is standing on a rolling pin, the other on the flour cannister.  Their flour sifter holds a cute little bundle of holly boughs.  To create a fun display, I chose to surround the small pillow with whole nutmeg, star anise and a sweet miniature rolling pin, all placed upon an antique ironstone plate....very cute!  Design is worked on 36 count Winter Brew linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 69 wide X 77 high.  Finished size - 3 3/4" x 4 1/4".

The 4th and final design for this series!  The basket is filled with a sweet little Putz styled house, tree and snowman.  Santa and Rudolph are ready to hop down the chimney to bring good boys and girls toys.  Design is worked on 40 count Summer Khaki linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 93 wide X 81 high.  Finished size - 4 5/8" x 4".

Look who has appeared in the meadow,  it's Frosty and his little red bird friends!  The linen color and floss selection gives this piece a lovely vintage feel.  Finished upon a mache box to fill with wintery-themed treasures!  Design is worked on 40 count Salt Marsh Green linen.  The little candy cane in the cardinals mouth is over 1, rest of design is worked over 2 linen threads.  Stitch count - 55 wide X 80 high

#1 of the  Songbird's Garden Series is Forever & Ever, featuring a pair of cardinals.  These birds truly do depict love and dedication to one another as they mate for life.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 159 x 159

#2 in the Songbird's Garden Series is Merry & Bright.  The piece features a little Chickadee perched upon an oversized holly bough.  Small house and sleigh motif adds extra charm and detail to this sweet piece.  Design is worked on 36 count Dove linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 159 X 159

#3 in the Songbird's Garden Series is the Golden-crowne Kinglets & Conifers!  This piece has a nice, wintery & woodsy feel to it.  Design is worked on 36 count Tin Roof linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 159 X 159

#4 of the Songbird's Garden Series is the messenger of Spring, the favorite of many - the Robin!  Design is worked on 36 count Dove linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 159 X 159

Cross stitch pattern of a portrait of a black and tabby cat with yellow eyes and whiskers, together with two tiny witches.  One of the witches is riding on the cat's back.  The other seems ready to jump on too.  The stitching is worked in soft palette of autumn colors, also used for the surrounding acorn motif and quaker star.  This design will turn into a cute little Halloween ornament or cushion.  Stitch count - 64 X 64

This witch is quite a character!  A thick eyebrow emphasizes the voluntary look, red hair flying at the back of her head.  Standing solidly on two legs, she scours the garden in search of the perfect pumpkin!  

Cross stitch pattern for a stylized picture of a white deer.  The deer is wearing a medieval-inspired costume.  Stitch it as instructed or sub out with more Christmas colored flosses for a wonderful holiday piece!  Stitch count - 77 x 107

Riding his reindeer through the woods, Santa is in a hurry.  He wouldn't want to be late!  Stitch count - 57 x 70

This chart is a companion piece to the Sadie Woods sampler.  This sampler was stitched 1 year later by Sadie.  "The Lord is my Shepherd" as well as the full Sadie B Woods signature and the date feature in the lower portion of the sampler.  A bit of fantasy is added with the oversize butterfly - already present in the first sampler, but with a more sophisticated feel.  Stitch count - 168 X 165

Pattern for a lovely Christmas design.  Quick & easy to stitch!  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 180 X 53

Fall edition is here and it may be my most favorite yet!  Designs are worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Chart includes all designs picture.  

Chart for a wonderful autumn-themed designs.  Designs are worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.

It reads, Autumn leaves are falling, there's a chill in the air, gather ye thy bounty,harvest time is here.  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 213 X 93

100% Natural beeswax for conditioning embroidery floss.  Tin is labeled with a photo of an antique sampler.  These make great gifts for your stitching friends.  

Directions for use: Hold floss between thumb and wax surface and gently pull the floss across the wax.  Then run floss between your fingers to evenly distribute the wax, that's it!  Your stitches will lay nice and less knotting of floss.

100% Natural beeswax for conditioning embroidery floss.  Tin is labeled with a photo of an antique sampler.  These make great gifts for your stitching friends.  

Directions for use: Hold floss between thumb and wax surface and gently pull the floss across the wax.  Then run floss between your fingers to evenly distribute the wax, that's it!  Your stitches will lay nice and less knotting of floss.

100% Natural beeswax for conditioning embroidery floss.  Tin is labeled with a photo of an antique sampler.  These make great gifts for your stitching friends.  

Directions for use: Hold floss between thumb and wax surface and gently pull the floss across the wax.  Then run floss between your fingers to evenly distribute the wax, that's it!  Your stitches will lay nice and less knotting of floss.

100% Natural beeswax for conditioning embroidery floss.  Tin is labeled with a photo of an antique sampler.  These make great gifts for your stitching friends.  

Directions for use: Hold floss between thumb and wax surface and gently pull the floss across the wax.  Then run floss between your fingers to evenly distribute the wax, that's it!  Your stitches will lay nice and less knotting of floss.

Look who's back and all ready for Halloween!!  Two little brown field mice, who live an an old witche's boot are all ready for October 31st!  This design is stuffed with fresh pine pincushion shavings for a wonderfully nice finish & feel.  Worked on a 40 count linen over 2 threads for all areas except the jack-o-lantern basket's eyes.  Those are worked over 1 linen thread, if you so choose.  Linen braid is used for a hanger.  Stitch count - 111 wide X 84 high.  Finished size - 5 1/2" x 4 1/8"

PREORDER - ships late Sept! 

This design came about in a conversation between designer Paulette and her daughter...isn't it wonderful how ideas for stitchy goodness happens?!!  The idea lends itself to a wonderful Halloween design, look at that Old Crone on the Hill, will you?!!  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 1 and 2 threads.  Stitch count - 116 wide X 72 high

Preorder - Ships late September!

This is a companion piece to another new release titled Eat Crow.    This design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 137 wide X 148 high

Preorder - Shipping end of September!

Eat Crow is the companion piece to Buzz Off.  Look at that old Buzzard, love the humor in this piece.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 137 wide X 148 high.

Preorder - shipping end of September!

The 5th installment of this fun holiday ornaments features the Hyenas & Sheep!  Designs are both worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 58 wide X 48 high

100% pure blackened beeswax owl ornament.  

A two project pattern with an Amish-themed, autumn design!  Pattern includes a piece of hand dyed velvet to finish one of the projects.  Designs are worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.

Perfect for those who find working their needle work, in a smaller hoop, to be easier on their hands!   This 5" hoop is constructed from Japanese Cypress and features an inside tension strip so there is no metal hardware on the outside to catch your floss.  Simply pinch the inner hoop at metal strip when placing hoop onto the fabric and you will enjoy nice tension as you stitch.

Pattern for a sweet little maiden taking in the lovely dahlias in her pumpkin patch.  The pattern includes the two tiny wooden pumpkin buttons.  Design calls for 28 count linen, working over 2 linen threads.  Stitch count 60 X 60

Look at this guy!  A fun little pattern for your Christmas stitching.  Pattern includes the tiny snowflake embellishments.  Design is worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 65 x 66

The 8th in the Loose Feather Series from Blackbird Designs is here.  A lovely house is surrounded by vine and flower.  Design is worked on 36 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 91 x 91

Cross stitch chart for a patchwork Christmas piece.  Stitch count - 117 x 117

Pattern for a simplistic antique reproduction.  Design is worked on 35 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 119 x 135

Pattern for a design that works up nicely in a tray finish.  Pattern also includes instructions for the strawberry emery and pin disk.  Designs are worked on 32 count linen over 2 threads.  Tray stitch count - 98 x 51

Pattern for a fun, small Autumn sampler.  Pattern includes the tiny embellishment.  Design is worked on 28 count linen over 2 threads.  Stitch count - 60 x 60

Set of 3 stacking scalloped trays that would be perfect for applying needlework to the bottoms of.  The largest one would also be great for displaying your smalls.  The trays are tapered so the top is wider than the bottom.  At the widest point, the small tray measures 7" x 7" x 3". the medium tray measures 8" x 8" x 3 1/2", and the large tray measures 9" x 9" x 4".   These are unfinished wood, paint with your color choice of acrylic paint!

3rd in the 4-part seasonal "basketful" series is Autumn!  This design features a sweet little witch whose basket runneth over with pumpkins!  The design is worked on 40 count linen over 2 threads for all areas, except the tiny jack o lantern faces.  Those are worked over 1 linen thread, using a tent stitch.  Stitch count - 93 wide X 83 high.  Collect all 4 seasons!

The 3rd in the peat pot basket series!    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 40 count, color - Sheep's Straw linen over 2 threads.  Pattern gives complete instructions for constructing the basket!  Stitch count - 52 x 53

3rd in the Baltimore Album series.  This series was inspired by the motifs from the antique Baltimore Album quilts.  The design is worked on 28 count Mushroom Lugana over 1 thread.  The finish is tiny and precious...the basket fits in the palm of one's hand!  Pattern includes instructions for the covered box, tiny pincushion and wool pumpkin to display within the box.  

Pattern for a sweet little witch that is dressed in her Halloween-best dress!  The design is worked on 40 count Sheep's Straw linen over 2 threads, using hand dyed flosses.  Design gets finished into a small pillow and trimmed with baker's twine.  Stitch count - 115 wide X 90 high

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

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

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

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

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

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 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

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