Home and Heart Cross Stitch

Author: Jayne Schofield
Publisher:
ISBN: 9786059192019
Category : Cross-stitch
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Jayne Schofield, cross stitch designer, has produced this beautiful book containing a range of delightful cross stitch patterns, lovingly crafted, to celebrate house, home, love and family. The themes found within this book include baby samplers, garden, house, home sweet home, craft, sewing and wedding. Some of the designs can be easily personalised by adding names and dates using the alphabet charts provided. Jayne's love of colour and design has been lovingly captured within these cross stitch patterns and the simplistic nature of her work makes this an ideal book for both the beginner and the more experienced stitcher. Inspired by Jayne's love of family and home, the cross stitch projects within this book are designed to adorn the house once stitched or to help celebrate those special moments in life.

Ultra Mini Cross Stitch Makes

Author: Susan Bates
Publisher:
ISBN: 9786059192484
Category : Cross-stitch
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
This book contains lots of little cross stitch motifs which are quick and easy to stitch. It was inspired by the trend for making very small cross stitch items which can be used to adorn jewelry, such as pendants, bracelets and earrings. You could also make them into little pictures by mounting them into a small hoop or a tiny picture frame. There are designs which can be used to decorate mobile phone cases too. The designs cover a variety of themes, including flowers and cacti, gardens, birds and butterflies, seaside motifs, tropical motifs, and animals. The designs are colorful and pretty and will take crafters no time at all to stitch!

Cross Stitch for the Heart

Author: Emma Congdon
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1446381617
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 96

Book Description
Stitch a kinder world with this stunning collection of heartfelt designs from leading cross stitch designer Emma Congdon. Whether it’s a declaration to a soulmate, gratitude for a true friendship or compassion for the whole of humanity, this celebration of love in all its forms will heal your heart, one stitch at a time. Emma's iconic designs are universally loved by her fans who have bought over 50,000 of her patterns on Etsy, and who have set up a dedicated fan group on Facebook, where they share their work in progress and proud finishes. This collection features 20 exclusive designs, each with an easy-to-read full colour and symbol chart. Sentiments include: Life is the flower for which love is the honey We rise by lifting others Together is my favourite place to be Your greatness is not what you have but what you give Be the reason someone smiles today Be brave my heart, have courage my soul In a world where you can be anything, be kind Alongside the designs, Emma shares her thoughts and inspirations for each one, with a detailed materials list and instructions for stitching. Beginners to cross stitch will find a helpful guide to the stitches and techniques used – and the beauty of cross stitch is that if you can sew one cross you can sew all these designs! The designs range in size from mini hoops to larger scale samplers, so there are options to suit everyone – and they all share Emma's skill with colour, typography and design which have made her one of the world's best-loved cross stitch designers.

Cross Stitch for the Earth

Author: Emma Congdon
Publisher: David and Charles
ISBN: 1446380688
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 146

Book Description
Stitch for a greener future with this stunning collection of environment and nature focused designs from leading cross stitch designer Emma Congdon. Whether it’s a plea to save the bees, clean up the oceans, appreciate nature, or unplug from technology, this celebration of the green movement in thread will remind us of the need to come together to build a brighter future, one stitch at a time. Emma's iconic designs are universally loved by her fans who have bought over 40,000 of her patterns on Etsy, and who have set up a dedicated fan group on Facebook, where they share their work in progress and proud finishes. This collection features 20 exclusive designs, each with an easy-to-read full colour and symbol chart. Alongside the designs, Emma shares her thoughts and inspirations for each one, with a detailed materials list and instructions for stitching. Beginners to cross stitch will find a helpful guide to the stitches and techniques used – and the beauty of cross stitch is that if you can sew one cross you can sew all these designs! The designs range in size from mini hoops to larger scale samplers, so there are options to suit everyone – and they all share Emma's skill with colour, typography and design which have made her one of the world's best-loved cross stitch designers. Sentiments include: We don't inherit the Earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children Pardon the weeds, we're feeding the bees Leave nothing but footprints, kill nothing but time Live gently on the Earth Never underestimate the difference you make The Earth has music for those who listen All good things are wild and free Take care of the Earth and she will take care of you Between two pines is a doorway to a new world The world is full of magic Cross Stitch for the Earth is printed on FSC paper, is recyclable, and every purchase includes a donation to Friends of the Earth, an environmental campaigning community dedicated to the wellbeing and protection of the natural world.

Hearts, Birds and Flowers

Author: Susan Bates
Publisher:
ISBN: 9786055647582
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
With inspiration drawn from the author's love of nature, a theme that lends itself well to cross-stitching and embroidery, this guidebook includes dozens of motifs of birds, flowers, and simple heart designs. From a colorful peacock, red roses, and sweet peas to bluebirds, owls, and patchwork hearts, the featured patterns in can be used for any number of home crafting projects, including greeting cards, framed pictures, pincushions, bookmarks, or to decorate a cushion or a bag. The simple motifs can be created individually or combined for more elaborate patterns, making this book a perfect resource for beginning and veteran stitchers.

Creepy Cross-Stitch

Author: Lindsay Swearingen
Publisher: Page Street Publishing
ISBN: 1645674290
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 234

Book Description
CROSS-STITCH GOES WITCHY WITH DARK AND ELEGANT DESIGNS From spooky skulls to ghoulish graveyards, Lindsay Swearingen of Tusk and Cardinal gives cross-stitch a dark yet whimsical update. Curious creatures like phantom felines, legendary fixtures from folklore like Baba Yaga and all manner of haunted houses make the perfect subjects for these needlework masterpieces. Fun and easy to learn, cross-stitch is an art form that truly anybody can master. Lindsay gives you a crash course in the basics to ensure you have all the materials and techniques you need to start off on the right foot. Then, dive into her incredible patterns and stitch yourself some oddities that range from quirky to downright eerie. Anyone with an appreciation for the macabre will swoon for patterns like Lovers’ Graves, which features twin headstones and a heart-shaped weeping willow. Meanwhile, the ghosts, ghouls and ghastly bats of Trick or Treat and Haunted Wings are perfect pieces to hang on your wall to keep the spirit of Halloween in your home year-round. With moody tones, muted hues and spooky subjects, this collection of bewitching patterns makes it easy to add a little subversive charm to your cross-stitch repertoire.

Home Sweet Home Cross Stitch

Author: Helen Phillips
Publisher: David & Charles
ISBN: 9780715332900
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
This is a collection of cross stitch samplers and gifts that will brighten up every corner of your home. The traditional cross stitch sampler has been brought up to date with a choice of eight picture designs to welcome guests. This book also provides further small projects inspired by the sampler designs.

A Heart Remembers

Author: Barb Adams
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Cross-stitch
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A collection of cross-stitch projects with patterns that celebrate remembrance and the love we feel for family, friends, and home.

Better Homes and Gardens 101 Best Loved Design from Cross Stitch and Country Crafts

Author:
Publisher: Batsford
ISBN: 9780696203800
Category : Cross-stitch
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description

Home Sweet Home

Author: Cheryl McKinnon
Publisher:
ISBN: 9786057834669
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 128

Book Description
Home is where the heart is, so what could be more rewarding and enjoyable than stitching up these projects to decorate your home? Patterns are suitable for both beginner and advanced cross stitchers. There are many pretty, bright, and modern projects including colorful samplers, uplifting quotes, seasonal flowers, animals and plants, pretty sewing motifs, and many more designs to choose from. The only question is which one to stitch first? The projects are designed to be versatile, so make them up as wall hangings, framed pieces, cards, gifts, pillows, tote bags, and more!