For cross stitch projects with a ton of pop culture references, check out Stitch Riot Designs on Etsy. This Oklahoma-based designer sells charts that are heavy on TV show and movie references, music-themed projects and snarky quotes.
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I feel like I have shared a lot of British designer Durene J Cross Stitch’s patterns before, so it seemed like high time to share their Etsy shop as a designer spotlight.
The Ukrainian Etsy shop Tourmaline Pattern is the place for you if you like animal patterns with a lot of whimsy and a touch of snark.
Classic old world cross stitch designs and finished pieces are what you will find at Ukraine-based Etsy shop StudioHMP.
I usually pick my designer spotlights because something will catch my eye while I’m looking for cross stitch patterns to share with you, and I don’t always remember what when I get back to them.
If you like your cross stitch patterns a little bit gothic but also a little bit cute, you’re going to want to meet Etsy seller White Protea Art.
If you love pastels (and cross-stitched houses), TAM Stitch Designs has patterns for you. This collection of contemporary cross stitch patterns from the UK is heavy on cool colors, with calming designs involving flowers, beach scenes, little cottages and more.
If you like your cross stitch patterns with a gothic twist, you’re going to love the collection of patterns offered by UK-based Etsy shop Needleshaped Ltd. I don’t know if they’re really from a town called Gravesend like their bio
With a name like Tinsel Cross Stitch, you might expect a lot of Christmas themed cross stitch patterns, and you will definitely find them. But there’s a lot of other interesting stuff in this Polish designer’s Etsy shop.
Helen’s Crossing is an Etsy shop selling cross stitch patterns, kits and pillow covers based in New York. There’s a bit of snark here (but maybe not as much as