It always seems like Father’s Day sneaks up on me, and it often happens to fall during our vacation (which is probably why I forget about it; I’m busy thinking about other things).
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Charts, patterns and everything needlepoint
It always seems like Father’s Day sneaks up on me, and it often happens to fall during our vacation (which is probably why I forget about it; I’m busy thinking about other things).
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This little tree cross stitch design from Hawthorne Tree Designs is super cute. It’s one of her free charts, and it’s particularly adorable with the addition of a button shaped like an owl living in the tree.
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It seems to me like a lot of people who like to craft also like to read, though of course that’s a huge generalization. If you happen to fall into both categories, like I do, you might like to stitch Read More ...
I know it is said that April showers bring May flowers, but when you’re stuck in March, who wants to wait that long?
As crafters we can take matters into our own hands and make our own flowers!
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This Harvest Time Fall Cross Stitch pattern from Tiny Modernist is so cute and a nice combination of classic motifs with a modern color scheme and feel.
The round design features a scarecrow, pumpkins, corn, apples and other fall treats, Read More ...
Just a couple of leaves on a few trees are starting to turn already where I live, though it will probably be another month before it’s really looking like fall.
That’s plenty of time to stitch your own fall color, Read More ...
After talking about waxing embroidery floss the other day, I got to thinking about other accessories or things that are optional but could potentially save you a lot of trouble when you’re doing cross stitch.
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Do you have a Halloween tree? It seems like that’s becoming a more popular idea to celebrate the fall holidays, and it gives you an excuse to put your tree up earlier and decorate multiple times a year.
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I’m not one of those people who is obsessed with all things pumpkin, but I definitely have some friends who are already clamoring for all things orange and artificially fall-flavored.
So maybe it’s time for a little pumpkin cross stitch? Read More ...
If there’s one flower that reminds me of summer, it’s the sunflower.
They’re just so cheerful and, well, sunny.
This pretty sunflower cross stitch pattern from Amanda Gregory is perfect for celebrating summer, or to stitch in winter when you’re Read More ...