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Just wanted to thank you for the patterns. I received them on Friday and can’t wait to get started on them. I had a hard time finding these patterns so I was glad to have come across your website.
Will keep you in my favorites file for future purchases. Thanks again!
Jessica S
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THIS SECTION IS DEVOTED TO OUR RECENT STITCHED SHOP MODELS
We add approximately 4 to 6 new models every other month to our ever growing collection. These are the current New Shop Models that we have added in our shop. We do not always stitch designs which are new, just whatever strikes our fancy. Because a pattern is old doesn't make it any less attractive. If the pattern is still available, after stitching, we then feature it as a New Shop Model on our walls.
If you like the way our shop models look, we now have added a feature that you can purchase the pattern or kit packaged by the manufacturer. You are ONLY purchasing the materials to make the design, not our finished model. These models are in this section for approx. 6 months than move to our Shop Model Tab listed under Book & Charts so you can still continued to view until the patterns or kits are not longer available.
Hope you like our selections!
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Updated July 4, 2023
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| SHOP MODEL-WELCOME SPRING |
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As I stated before, I love the Welcome series from The Drawn Thread. When I started this offering, I used the recommended 1 ply of thread on 30 Ct. Antique Lambswool Linen. I can honestly say, I would have preferred the colors to look a little darker which would have been obtained if I used two ply of floss. So - the rest of the designs in this series I will use TWO ply rather then the recommended ONE ply. The result is very nice, with a pastel look. I did use the recommended silk which is used in other patterns in this series, and custom framed in my favorite green frame with a brushed edge. I will be stitching other in this series throughout the rest of this year.
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| SHOP MODEL-CUT FLOWERS BUTTON & BEAD KIT |
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Since Spring arrived I took stock of my picks and found this Button & Bead Kit from Mill HIll that I thought would make a great model. I loved the ball jars . Nothinghard and I used everything in the kit, except the bee button which I am still not sure if I will add. The frame is a premade from Mill Hill that had little painted cornflowers that matched the design - Hope you all like my choice
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| SHOP MODEL-FALL FUN |
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As I have stated many times before, Diana Graebner has retired, and we are now her exclusive distributor. Well she is still designing here and there. This is the latest pattern she sent to me, so I thought I would take the time to stitch as a new model. I used 18 Ct. Whtie Aida and DMC floss. Nothing hard, and I did mat and custom frame to bring out the colors of the leaves. Isn't it fun! Hope you all love it as much as I do.
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| SHOP MODEL-PEEPING |
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Since I cannot wait for Spring, I found this little pattern right before Easter that I thought would be a good addition to our models. Nothing hard, and I used the recommended DMC floss and 28 Ct. White Jobelan. The frame is a premed 5" x 5" green frame
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| SHOP MODEL-FEBRUARY |
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Since I started stitching the months in this series by the Cricket Collection, I was picking and choosing which months I liked. I did not stitch January or February, so I decided that I would this year. However, the fabric for January never arrived in time to stitch in January, and neither did the fabric for February. When the Rapsberry Light Jobelan arrived in February, I knew that was a sign that I needed to stitch this model. I did change the letter color to WDW - Louisiana Hot Sauce and needed 3 skeins - otherwise everything is what the designer recommended. I did add a few buttons since this was one month that did not have any embellishments. I think it turned out as expected - hope you all like my finished new model. The frame is a custom red brushed edge frame
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| SHOP MODEL - VALENTINE CANDY |
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This pattern from Imaginating was a left over from my Valentine stitching last year. I just ran out of time, so I added it to this year's models. I used 32 Ct. White Jobelan and DMC floss - nothing hard and the frame is an antique red custom
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| SHOP MODEL - LOVE IS HOT |
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When I was pulling this pattern for a mail order customer, I noticed that you not only received the cover design, but there were two other small offerings as well. The one I stitched was inside and supposed to be a heart shape. We had the Raw with Red Dots Belfast Linen in stock, and since the floss colors matched, I felt it would work. I did stitch the hearts, but you cannot see through the floss, so everything worked out well. The frame is a premade from Mill Hill. Isn't it cute!
Nothing hard, and very fast stitching
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| SHOP MODEL - SPRING FROLIC |
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Since we are the distributor of Diane Graebner Designs, I stitch all of her new releases. This one was received in December and I love her little black cat designs. This one was easy, and worked up nicely. The colors represent Spring - I did custom frame using two mats and a black frame. Watch for more in the coming weeks. Since Diane retired, she keeps charting new items. I will be starting a new release within the next few weeks.
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| SHOP MODEL - MERRY MAKING - MINI FLORAL HEART |
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As I always state - I like to stitch designs pertaining to the holiday or time of year. When February arrived, I had not picked anything new to stitch for Valentine's Day. So I looked in my stash and found one design, and when this pattern arrived by Heart in Hand I thought it would fit right in. I stitched on 28 Ct. Amber Linen and used a premade 4x4 red frame that I had also in my stash using the recommended flosses. Nothing hard and very fast to finish
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| SHOP MODEL - MINI BLOCK FOOTBALL |
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Since our Philadelphia Eagles football team won the division and then entered the Super Bowl, I wanted to find something to stitch to honor this occasion. I had this pattern aside for some time, and just reconfigured the letters of Football to spell out the word "Eagles". I added the "Fly" as their fight song is "Fly Eagles Fly". The frame is an old one from Kay's Frames that I had her make years ago to fit the word Eagles. I used 28 Ct. White Jobelan, and used two colors of DMC floss to match the teams colors. I was stitching this as our Eagles won the Super Bowl. (DMC - 415, 3846, & 310)
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| SHOP MODEL - LET'S BE JOLLY |
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Usually I get excited when Winter arrives with the cold and snow. Unfortunately not this year due to the cold, and no snow. So rather than pick many new patterns relating to winter, I only chose a few. This is the last one in my bag that I stitched before February. I used 32 Ct. White Opalescent Belfast and used the recommended DMC floss. The frame is a brushed custom blue that matches the snowman
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| SHOP MODEL - LET'S BELIEVE |
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I stitched this model during the holidays, but my framer was closed so it sat until January when he reopened. I used 28 Ct. White Opalescent Lugana and DMC floss. The frame is a custom ornate gold. Nothing hard, and it looks lovely finished,
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| SHOP MODEL- CRYSTAL SNOWFLAKE KIT |
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It has been a while since I posted shop models due to waiting for frames. I stitched this model because we had the periwinkle blue frame in stock. It is a Mill Hill kit that includes everything but the frame. It was fun to stitch and a nice addition for our Winter display.
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| SHOP MODEL-HARES WINTER |
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Since I have stitched some of these bunnies from Plum Street Samplers and Madam Chantilly, I had this one in my stash from last year. It is from Plum Street Samplers. I loved that a bunny was skiing down a hill, and the Mom and her little girls were dressed warm - I chose a piece of Picture This Plus Crystal Helix 28 Ct. Linen to give it a Winter look, and I did use the recommended floss. The frame is a customer primitive blue. Isn't it cute - a great addition for Winter
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| SHOP MODEL-WONDERFUL TIME OF YEAR |
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If you love Christmas, then this is a good pattern to stitch from Country Cottage Needlework. After Christmas I was looking for something to stitch that I could get done fast, and this one jumped out at me. Nothing hard, works up quickly, and I framed in a custom white frame. I love the background which is 32 Ct. Natural w/White Dots - hope you like it too.
NOTE: I actually used the other half piece of the fabric from Merry Christmas, My Deer
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| SHOP MODEL-WELCOME CHRISTMAS |
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When this Welcome arrived in our shop from The Drawn Thread, I loved the stockings that are inside the letter "O". It is stitched over one thread, but you also are given a version that is over 2 threads or for the Aida stitcher. I did use the recommended silk floss, but changed the fabric to a raw linen with silver flecks that I had in my stash, and really like the end results. Little burgundy buttons are added to the holly that wraps around the star in the lettter "C". This frame that I chose is cherry color.
This is the first Christmas Welcome that I stitched, and since I like it so much, there may be more models in this series on the horizon.
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| SHOP MODEL-DECK THE HALLS |
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Since I stitched a shop model for Christmas from The Drawn Thread last year that had a verse, when this one arrived, I decided it would make another nice model. I did use the recommended one strand of silk, and stitched on 28 Ct. Natural with Silver specks. If I had to stitch over, I think I would have used two ply of floss to make it a little darker, but love the results anyway. Again, I used a custom cherry frame. The berries are stitched and you have a choice to stitch it over 1 thread or 2 for the branch - so it is a good design for anyone to stitch.
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| SHOP MODEL-THE PERFECT TREE GLOBE ZIPPER |
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As I have stated many times, I love stitching Bent Creek Zippers. They are a kit that includes everything but a needle, usually stitched on 18 Ct. Linen using pearl cotton - so they work up rather fast. When this arrived, I thought it was cute, and with many designers charting cars or trucks with trees, I felt this would make a wonderful Christmas shop model. I used a dark green custom frame
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| SHOP MODEL-BREAD SLEDS |
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Since we had no models these wonderful fast to stitch sled ornaments, I looked through the patterns we had in stock, and chose this little gingerbread house from Foxwood Crossing to use for a shop model. Nothing hard, it was stitched on 14 Ct. Brown Perforated Paper using DMC floss. All I did when finished was cut around the design, and glue on the sled ornament. Nothing hard - and these sleds look like they take more time than they really do. A great ornament gift and you can get one done in a night or two. Hope you like the pattern I picked.
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| SHOP MODEL-MERRY CHRISTMAS, MY DEER |
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When I was picking out items to stitch last year, I picked this pattern. However, I was working on the Churchyard Christmas from Praiseworthy Stitches, and when I finished, I was ready to move on to Winter designs, so I put this in my stash. Fast forward to this year's holiday stitching, and out it came. I loved stitching on the dotted fabric. Nothing was hard, and I custom framed in a brown frame. Isn't it cute!
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| SHOP MODEL-BETHLEHEM |
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When I think of Christmas, I think of the Nativity and the birth of Jesus. So when this design from Little House Needlework came in, I just knew that it would get stitched this year. I used 32 Ct. Silver/Raw Belfast Linen to give it the appearance of stars in the sky, and used all the recommended flosses. I custom framed in a blue frame with little markings
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| SHOP MODEL-MERRY CHRISTMAS |
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When this new offering from Country Stitches/With Thy Needle arrived, I just knew that it would end up being stitched and added to our Christmas model collection. I used 32 Ct. Opal/Raw Belfast linen, the recommended flosses, and loved how the finished piece looked. I used a green custom frame that matched the Ho Ho Ho.
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| SHOP MODEL-HOLIDAY MAIN STREET |
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As I have stated many times, I don't always pick new patterns when I look for something to stitch for new models. This design from Imaginating is from 2014. Most of the Imaginating designs are timeless, and this one fits that category. I just loved how the shops were decorated for Christmas. Most Imaginating designs are stitched on 14 Ct. White Aida using DMC floss - so I decided to do it a little different. I changed the fabric to 28 Ct. Opalescent Lugana. It gives the piece the appearance of snow. The frame I used is a cherry with a gold liner. This is by far one of my favorites and the first time my husband wanted me to take a model home. Everyone who has seen it finished loves it as well. Hope you all do too!
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| SHOP MODEL - LET IT SNOW |
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When Diana Graebner retired, I told her if she wanted to still design to send them along. Well this one was a real surprise, since it is just in time for Christmas and Winter.
I stitched the model on 18 Ct. Pearl Grey Aida and used the recommended DMC floss. Diana did say if you did not want to follow the chart for the snowflakes, you could put them wherever you want. I followed the chart. The frame was a pre-made that I had in stock and since it fit, I decided to use it. Isn't it adorable?
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| SHOP MODEL-HALLOWEEN SCARY CAT - WITCH KITTY |
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This shop model is from Amy Bruecken Designs and when this series of Halloween Scary Cats were introduced in September at the Harvest Hop Market I just knew they would become shop models. This is the last in the series that I stitched. I used the recommended fabric, Kermit, from Picture This Plus and stitched on 32 Ct. using DMC floss - isn't she cute!
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| SHOP MODEL - HALLOWEEN HAPPINESS |
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I don't always stitch designs that are new for shop models. When I was looking for something to finish my Halloween stitching, I came across this fun design from Imaginating that was released a few years ago. Nothing hard, uses DMC floss, and I chose 32 Ct. Antique Copper Linen from Wichelt which has little red markings. You can also use any brown fabric. The witch on the pattern is holding a pumpkin, so I found this little jack-o-lantern button from JAB and used it instead
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| SHOP MODEL-HALLOWEEN SCARY CAT - BOO KITTY |
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This is the second in a series of three Halloween Scary cats from Amy Bruecken Designs. I just loved how this looks - I used the recommended fabric color - Kermit, only in 32 Ct. Linen, and DMC floss. The frame is a premed 4" x 5" black. Nothing special, but really cute and fun to stitch
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| SHOP MODEL-HALLOWEEN SCARY CAT - BLACK KITTY |
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When I ordered this series of Halloween Scary Cats from Amy Bracken during the Harvest Shop Hop in September, I just loved that they were small, yet looked very colorful for Halloween. So when they arrived, I just knew I would stitch them for shop models. I had a piece of Kermit Linen from Picture This Plus in 32 Ct in stock, so I knew it was meant to be. The designs are coded for DMC floss and I used premade 4" x 5" black frames
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| SHOP MODEL - BEWITCHING PIXIES - RAVEN |
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For the past few years I have stitched a witch for a new Halloween model. I started with Electra who was wearing an orange dress, then Minerva who was in teal, so this year I chose Raven who is wearing periwinkle blue and purple. There is a quarter moon in the sky as well as an array of bats. She was stitched on the recommended 32 Ct. Milk Chocolate Linen using DMC and beads. I picked a black custom frame.
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| SHOP MODEL - SPARROW KIT |
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I usually do not choose kits to stitch mainly because of the fabrics used. I prefer linens or even weaves, and most times only stitch on aida fabric when I stitch Amish designs. So when I saw this little kit offered from Riolis, I through it was a nice design for a model, and did not want to change a thing. I used everything that was included in the kit including the rustic aida, and if you look closely, you will see that the stitches are only half cross stitches. Nothing hard, can be completed in a few days. I used a premade brown 5" x 5" frame. Isn't he cute!
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| SHOP MODEL-SEAGULL LOOKOUT KIT |
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Many of you may have wondered why I had not posted any new shop models since August - well here is the reason. It took me about 6 weeks to complete. I had this kit from Thea Gouverneur in my stash for some time, and just did not like the fabric that was in the kit because you stitch with one stand of floss, and it did not cover correctly. When I researched the kit offered now, I found that the fabric was changed from 25 Ct. Linen to 32 Ct. Linen which was more realistic. So here is my finished project which I loved to stitch, and was custom framed with a rustic grey barnwood style frame.
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| SHOP MODEL - LETTING GO |
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When we arranged to be the exclusive distributor for Diane Graebner, we received a pattern without a code number. When I called Diana, I found that not only did she send me a new pattern, but she had another in the works. This is that design - I used the recommended 18 Ct. White Aida, and DMC floss. The frame is a custom black. This is by far the most colorful Amish design that I have stitched and just love the finished result - hope you do too!
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| SHOP MODEL - POETRY YACHT KIT |
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As I mentioned previously I had no idea what I wanted to stitch this Summer. So I looked through some of my stash and found this kit from Thea Gouverneur that I had for a while and decided now was the time to stitch. My kit included 25 Ct. Linen, and I did change that to 28 Ct. Antique White Cashel Linen. I just loved the violets and it was not hard to stitch. Now I have a model that will go with our flower section as well as our nautical section - I did custom frame in a navy blue frame to bring out the blue in the violets.
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| SHOP MODEL - STOP AND SMELL THE ROSES |
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This is the first design that we received when we became the exclusive distributor for Diane Graebner Designs. I love stitching her Amish designs and we have many models in our shop. This one is done in greens and pinks as the little girls are looking at a rose topiary. I used 18 Ct. White Aida and DMC floss - I used a green mat and black frame. Nothing hard and it was actually a breeze to stitch.
Hope you all like this one as much as I did!
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| SHOP MODEL - ANCHORS AWAY |
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With Summer winding down,I have completed a few new beach/nautical designs that I will be posting as they get framed. This design from X's & Oh's called out to me when it arrived in our shop. I used 32 Ct. Summer Sky Jobelan and 2 strands of DMC floss for all colors. I loved how the bird is looking at the anchor and the crab on the sand. Since I have not been to the beach for a few years, this brings back memories. The frame is a custom rustic brown
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| SHOP MODEL - BY THE SEA BEACH HUTS |
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When this pattern from Heritage Crafts came into our shop I just loved the colorful beach huts - so I added it to my Summer projects. There was nothing hard about this design, uses DMC and I stitched the model on 28 Ct. White Jobelan. The frame is a custom brushed light blue
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| SHOP MODEL - LAND OF LIBERTY ZIPPER |
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As I have stated many times, I just love the Bent Creek Zippers. There is nothing hard since they are done on 18 Ct. linen using pearl cotton. Everything is included even buttons, all you need to do is add a needle. Each year from May to July I love stitching patriotic designs, and this one was my car project which I finished at home since I was not doing any car trips in those months - again nothing hard, and I custom framed in a brushed edge dark blue frame
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| SHOP MODEL -LAND OF LIBERTY KIT |
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Everyone always asks what is my favorite fabric or designer - well I have no favorite and since I stitch on linen mostly, it is fun to use different fabrics for a change. This is a new kit from Shepherd's Bush and I had this frame sitting around waiting for something that would fit the opening. I used everything in the kit - no subs, and as you can see, it fit the opening. The frame came from Kohls's last year an I put it in my stash. The kit includes 10 Ct. Tula fabric and all flosses and button - doesn't it look great!
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| SHOP MODEL - LET'S LIVE BY THE SEA |
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Whenever I stitch a design that takes more than two weeks, once I finish, I always look for something that I can stitch up fast for instant gratification - this design is one of those type of projects. Plus I love the word designs from Imaginating and Ursula Michaels - nothing hard, done in two colors of DMC floss, and I used 32 Ct. White Jobelan. I stitched this before I was in my patriotic mood, so that I would be ready for my summer stitching early. The frame is a custom dark blue with brushed edges (I know it looks black, but it is really a navy blue)
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| SHOP MODEL - HERB GARDEN |
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For those of you who look at our shop models, you will notice that I stitch many Heritage Craft designs. I had been looking for something flowery, nothing big, yet colorful. When this design arrived in the shop, I felt this pattern fit the bill. I loved all the different herbs. and the little bees that accented throughout. This design is coded for DMC floss, and I used 28 Ct. White Jobelan for the fabric. The frame is a custom green to bring out the greens in the design
For those of you who visit our shop, all these new models are hanging on our walls.
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| SHOP MODEL-SUMMER GARDEN |
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As Spring goes into summer, I try to find floral designs to add to our Shop Models. This design from Country Cottage Needlework is an oldie, but goodie pattern. I just loved the flowers abloom in the garden with the white picket fence behind and different flower names accented throughout the rows of alphabet letters. Nothing hard, I used the recommended floss, and stitched on 32 Ct. Water Lily Linen from Wichelt. I did custom frame in a primitive white with brush markings. Well Summer - here I come!!
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| SHOP MODEL-SUMMER GARDEN |
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When I look for patterns to stitch, I do not always pick something new as you can tell from a few of these new Shop Models. This design is from Twisted Thread, and buttercups is a sign that Spring is here. Thought it made a wonderful new additon - nothing hard, again I used the recommended floss, and stitched on 32 Ct. Cream Belast Linen rather than the linen that was recommended. The frame is a premade 5x5 greeen
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| SHOP MODEL-CATS & BASKETS #3 |
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I always like the Amish patterns from Diane Graebner, and she also designed many designs with cats. When I was looking for something to stitch that was had flowers and was easy, I found this set of designs with flowers and black cats. This design is pattern #3, and you get 4 different patterns in the pack, I believe the flowers are geared for each season. I think these flowers would be for Summer with the yellow, blue, and light orange floewrs. Again, I framed in a premade black frame. (You might see others from this set in the future.) I stitched this model on 18 Ct. White Aida using the recommended DMC floss
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| SHOP MODEL-FLYER |
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It seems that this Spring, I have taken a look at some patterns that I keep putting back in the pile, only to never get to the top. Well I always loved this design from Permin and kept putting off stitching - so I decided, now was as good as ever. There is nothing hard, actually it was enjoyable to stitch the flowers and watch this Shop Model come to life. For the cat lover, your kitty might want to sit in a window box just like the design, only I am sure the flowers would not look as nice. I know when I had a black kitty, he would have squashed them. I stitched this design on 28 Ct Antique White Jobelan using the recommended DMC floss. The frame I used is a black and custom fit to bring out the black cat and make the flowers jump out. Isn't he cute with those yellow/green eyes? He looks very realistic.
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| SHOP MODEL - SPRING IN YOUR STEP |
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Since it is still Spring, and when this pattern arrived in our shop, I felt it would make a wonderful addition to our shop models. I used 28 Ct. Ice Blue Cashel Linen as the fabric that was recommended is no longer available, and the recommended flosses. The frame is a custom colonial pink to bring out the pinks in the design. Isn't it so cute!
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| SHOP MODEL - SKEP OF BEES ZIPPER |
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As I have stated many times, my daughter lives over an hour away from my home, so when we go and visit, I usually take along something to stitch in the car. I try to take something easy due to the bumps in the roads, and recently I have taken Vervaco pillow kits or Bent Creek Zippers. This bees skep is a Bent Creek Zipper kit which takes no time at all to stitch. The fabric in the kit is 18 Ct. Linen and includes all flosses and beads. I did custom frame in an antique yellow frame
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| SHOP MODEL - QUAKER EASTER EGG |
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When I was looking for Easter designs for shop models, I came across this Easter Egg design from Bent Creek and felt it would make a wonderful addition for our walls. Nothing hard, I did stitch on the recommended 32 Ct. Summer Khaki Belast linen using the recommended floss. The frame I used is rustic brown to bring out the colors in the egg
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| SHOP MODEL-LITTLE BOY FROM THE BOOKMARK COLLECTION |
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When I stitched the Grandpa design from The Bookmark Collection book by Told In A Garden, I found that there were many designs in the book that I had not stitched. I have over 14 shop models from this book, but since there are over at least 8 or 10 that I did not stitch, I picked this cute design to stitch and add to our Amish wall. I most likely will be stitching more in the coming months. These are the only designs that I stitch on 14 Ct. Aida - I used Sage, and they are coded for DMC floss. Again nothing hard, and I did frame in a small brown frame
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| SHOP MODEL-CATS RULE - IT'S SPRING |
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When I was looking for a few items to stitch for Spring, I came across this cute design from Heritage Crafts and the daffodils called my name. I just loved the little kitty - nothing hard and this design fit a 5" x 5" green frame. Isn't he cute!!
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| SHOP MODEL-EGGCELLENT EASTER TREE |
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When I was putting away patterns in our Easter section, I came across this cute design from Glendon Place. However, I did not like the fabric that the designer used. Hence, I called Crossed Wing Collection and they dyed this fabric to give the appearance of ground and sky. Thought it turned out nice and I framed in a custom antique light green frame. I did use the Dinky Dyes pearl cotton instead of DMC or Anchor as I like the look of the markings - hope you all like it too. Again, nothing hard -
NOTE: WE HAD CROSSED WING COLLECTION DYE THIS FABRIC FOR US AND AM OFFERING THE SIZE OF THE PIECE THAT WE USED IF ANYONE IS INTERESTED
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As I stated before, I love the Welcome series from The Drawn Thread. When I started this offering, I used the recommended 1 ply of thread on 30 Ct. Antique Lambswool Linen. I can honestly say, I would have preferred the colors to look a little darker which would have been obtained if I used two ply of floss. So - the rest of the designs in this series I will use TWO ply rather then the recommended ONE ply. The result is very nice, with a pastel look. I did use the recommended silk which is used in other patterns in this series, and custom framed in my favorite green frame with a brushed edge. I will be stitching other in this series throughout the rest of this year.
As I have stated many times before, Diana Graebner has retired, and we are now her exclusive distributor. Well she is still designing here and there. This is the latest pattern she sent to me, so I thought I would take the time to stitch as a new model. I used 18 Ct. Whtie Aida and DMC floss. Nothing hard, and I did mat and custom frame to bring out the colors of the leaves. Isn't it fun! Hope you all love it as much as I do.
Since I cannot wait for Spring, I found this little pattern right before Easter that I thought would be a good addition to our models. Nothing hard, and I used the recommended DMC floss and 28 Ct. White Jobelan. The frame is a premed 5" x 5" green frame
Since I started stitching the months in this series by the Cricket Collection, I was picking and choosing which months I liked. I did not stitch January or February, so I decided that I would this year. However, the fabric for January never arrived in time to stitch in January, and neither did the fabric for February. When the Rapsberry Light Jobelan arrived in February, I knew that was a sign that I needed to stitch this model. I did change the letter color to WDW - Louisiana Hot Sauce and needed 3 skeins - otherwise everything is what the designer recommended. I did add a few buttons since this was one month that did not have any embellishments. I think it turned out as expected - hope you all like my finished new model. The frame is a custom red brushed edge frame
This pattern from Imaginating was a left over from my Valentine stitching last year. I just ran out of time, so I added it to this year's models. I used 32 Ct. White Jobelan and DMC floss - nothing hard and the frame is an antique red custom
When I was pulling this pattern for a mail order customer, I noticed that you not only received the cover design, but there were two other small offerings as well. The one I stitched was inside and supposed to be a heart shape. We had the Raw with Red Dots Belfast Linen in stock, and since the floss colors matched, I felt it would work. I did stitch the hearts, but you cannot see through the floss, so everything worked out well. The frame is a premade from Mill Hill. Isn't it cute!
Nothing hard, and very fast stitching
Since we are the distributor of Diane Graebner Designs, I stitch all of her new releases. This one was received in December and I love her little black cat designs. This one was easy, and worked up nicely. The colors represent Spring - I did custom frame using two mats and a black frame. Watch for more in the coming weeks. Since Diane retired, she keeps charting new items. I will be starting a new release within the next few weeks. 
As I always state - I like to stitch designs pertaining to the holiday or time of year. When February arrived, I had not picked anything new to stitch for Valentine's Day. So I looked in my stash and found one design, and when this pattern arrived by Heart in Hand I thought it would fit right in. I stitched on 28 Ct. Amber Linen and used a premade 4x4 red frame that I had also in my stash using the recommended flosses. Nothing hard and very fast to finish
Since our Philadelphia Eagles football team won the division and then entered the Super Bowl, I wanted to find something to stitch to honor this occasion. I had this pattern aside for some time, and just reconfigured the letters of Football to spell out the word "Eagles". I added the "Fly" as their fight song is "Fly Eagles Fly". The frame is an old one from Kay's Frames that I had her make years ago to fit the word Eagles. I used 28 Ct. White Jobelan, and used two colors of DMC floss to match the teams colors. I was stitching this as our Eagles won the Super Bowl. (DMC - 415, 3846, & 310)
Usually I get excited when Winter arrives with the cold and snow. Unfortunately not this year due to the cold, and no snow. So rather than pick many new patterns relating to winter, I only chose a few. This is the last one in my bag that I stitched before February. I used 32 Ct. White Opalescent Belfast and used the recommended DMC floss. The frame is a brushed custom blue that matches the snowman
I stitched this model during the holidays, but my framer was closed so it sat until January when he reopened. I used 28 Ct. White Opalescent Lugana and DMC floss. The frame is a custom ornate gold. Nothing hard, and it looks lovely finished, 
It has been a while since I posted shop models due to waiting for frames. I stitched this model because we had the periwinkle blue frame in stock. It is a Mill Hill kit that includes everything but the frame. It was fun to stitch and a nice addition for our Winter display.
Since I have stitched some of these bunnies from Plum Street Samplers and Madam Chantilly, I had this one in my stash from last year. It is from Plum Street Samplers. I loved that a bunny was skiing down a hill, and the Mom and her little girls were dressed warm - I chose a piece of Picture This Plus Crystal Helix 28 Ct. Linen to give it a Winter look, and I did use the recommended floss. The frame is a customer primitive blue. Isn't it cute - a great addition for Winter
If you love Christmas, then this is a good pattern to stitch from Country Cottage Needlework. After Christmas I was looking for something to stitch that I could get done fast, and this one jumped out at me. Nothing hard, works up quickly, and I framed in a custom white frame. I love the background which is 32 Ct. Natural w/White Dots - hope you like it too.
NOTE: I actually used the other half piece of the fabric from Merry Christmas, My Deer
When this Welcome arrived in our shop from The Drawn Thread, I loved the stockings that are inside the letter "O". It is stitched over one thread, but you also are given a version that is over 2 threads or for the Aida stitcher. I did use the recommended silk floss, but changed the fabric to a raw linen with silver flecks that I had in my stash, and really like the end results. Little burgundy buttons are added to the holly that wraps around the star in the lettter "C". This frame that I chose is cherry color.
This is the first Christmas Welcome that I stitched, and since I like it so much, there may be more models in this series on the horizon. 
Since I stitched a shop model for Christmas from The Drawn Thread last year that had a verse, when this one arrived, I decided it would make another nice model. I did use the recommended one strand of silk, and stitched on 28 Ct. Natural with Silver specks. If I had to stitch over, I think I would have used two ply of floss to make it a little darker, but love the results anyway. Again, I used a custom cherry frame. The berries are stitched and you have a choice to stitch it over 1 thread or 2 for the branch - so it is a good design for anyone to stitch.
As I have stated many times, I love stitching Bent Creek Zippers. They are a kit that includes everything but a needle, usually stitched on 18 Ct. Linen using pearl cotton - so they work up rather fast. When this arrived, I thought it was cute, and with many designers charting cars or trucks with trees, I felt this would make a wonderful Christmas shop model. I used a dark green custom frame
Since we had no models these wonderful fast to stitch sled ornaments, I looked through the patterns we had in stock, and chose this little gingerbread house from Foxwood Crossing to use for a shop model. Nothing hard, it was stitched on 14 Ct. Brown Perforated Paper using DMC floss. All I did when finished was cut around the design, and glue on the sled ornament. Nothing hard - and these sleds look like they take more time than they really do. A great ornament gift and you can get one done in a night or two. Hope you like the pattern I picked.
When I was picking out items to stitch last year, I picked this pattern. However, I was working on the Churchyard Christmas from Praiseworthy Stitches, and when I finished, I was ready to move on to Winter designs, so I put this in my stash. Fast forward to this year's holiday stitching, and out it came. I loved stitching on the dotted fabric. Nothing was hard, and I custom framed in a brown frame. Isn't it cute!
When I think of Christmas, I think of the Nativity and the birth of Jesus. So when this design from Little House Needlework came in, I just knew that it would get stitched this year. I used 32 Ct. Silver/Raw Belfast Linen to give it the appearance of stars in the sky, and used all the recommended flosses. I custom framed in a blue frame with little markings
When this new offering from Country Stitches/With Thy Needle arrived, I just knew that it would end up being stitched and added to our Christmas model collection. I used 32 Ct. Opal/Raw Belfast linen, the recommended flosses, and loved how the finished piece looked. I used a green custom frame that matched the Ho Ho Ho. 
As I have stated many times, I don't always pick new patterns when I look for something to stitch for new models. This design from Imaginating is from 2014. Most of the Imaginating designs are timeless, and this one fits that category. I just loved how the shops were decorated for Christmas. Most Imaginating designs are stitched on 14 Ct. White Aida using DMC floss - so I decided to do it a little different. I changed the fabric to 28 Ct. Opalescent Lugana. It gives the piece the appearance of snow. The frame I used is a cherry with a gold liner. This is by far one of my favorites and the first time my husband wanted me to take a model home. Everyone who has seen it finished loves it as well. Hope you all do too!
When Diana Graebner retired, I told her if she wanted to still design to send them along. Well this one was a real surprise, since it is just in time for Christmas and Winter.
This shop model is from Amy Bruecken Designs and when this series of Halloween Scary Cats were introduced in September at the Harvest Hop Market I just knew they would become shop models. This is the last in the series that I stitched. I used the recommended fabric, Kermit, from Picture This Plus and stitched on 32 Ct. using DMC floss - isn't she cute!
I don't always stitch designs that are new for shop models. When I was looking for something to finish my Halloween stitching, I came across this fun design from Imaginating that was released a few years ago. Nothing hard, uses DMC floss, and I chose 32 Ct. Antique Copper Linen from Wichelt which has little red markings. You can also use any brown fabric. The witch on the pattern is holding a pumpkin, so I found this little jack-o-lantern button from JAB and used it instead
This is the second in a series of three Halloween Scary cats from Amy Bruecken Designs. I just loved how this looks - I used the recommended fabric color - Kermit, only in 32 Ct. Linen, and DMC floss. The frame is a premed 4" x 5" black. Nothing special, but really cute and fun to stitch
When I ordered this series of Halloween Scary Cats from Amy Bracken during the Harvest Shop Hop in September, I just loved that they were small, yet looked very colorful for Halloween. So when they arrived, I just knew I would stitch them for shop models. I had a piece of Kermit Linen from Picture This Plus in 32 Ct in stock, so I knew it was meant to be. The designs are coded for DMC floss and I used premade 4" x 5" black frames 
For the past few years I have stitched a witch for a new Halloween model. I started with Electra who was wearing an orange dress, then Minerva who was in teal, so this year I chose Raven who is wearing periwinkle blue and purple. There is a quarter moon in the sky as well as an array of bats. She was stitched on the recommended 32 Ct. Milk Chocolate Linen using DMC and beads. I picked a black custom frame. 
I usually do not choose kits to stitch mainly because of the fabrics used. I prefer linens or even weaves, and most times only stitch on aida fabric when I stitch Amish designs. So when I saw this little kit offered from Riolis, I through it was a nice design for a model, and did not want to change a thing. I used everything that was included in the kit including the rustic aida, and if you look closely, you will see that the stitches are only half cross stitches. Nothing hard, can be completed in a few days. I used a premade brown 5" x 5" frame. Isn't he cute! 
Many of you may have wondered why I had not posted any new shop models since August - well here is the reason. It took me about 6 weeks to complete. I had this kit from Thea Gouverneur in my stash for some time, and just did not like the fabric that was in the kit because you stitch with one stand of floss, and it did not cover correctly. When I researched the kit offered now, I found that the fabric was changed from 25 Ct. Linen to 32 Ct. Linen which was more realistic. So here is my finished project which I loved to stitch, and was custom framed with a rustic grey barnwood style frame.
When we arranged to be the exclusive distributor for Diane Graebner, we received a pattern without a code number. When I called Diana, I found that not only did she send me a new pattern, but she had another in the works. This is that design - I used the recommended 18 Ct. White Aida, and DMC floss. The frame is a custom black. This is by far the most colorful Amish design that I have stitched and just love the finished result - hope you do too!
As I mentioned previously I had no idea what I wanted to stitch this Summer. So I looked through some of my stash and found this kit from Thea Gouverneur that I had for a while and decided now was the time to stitch. My kit included 25 Ct. Linen, and I did change that to 28 Ct. Antique White Cashel Linen. I just loved the violets and it was not hard to stitch. Now I have a model that will go with our flower section as well as our nautical section - I did custom frame in a navy blue frame to bring out the blue in the violets.
This is the first design that we received when we became the exclusive distributor for Diane Graebner Designs. I love stitching her Amish designs and we have many models in our shop. This one is done in greens and pinks as the little girls are looking at a rose topiary. I used 18 Ct. White Aida and DMC floss - I used a green mat and black frame. Nothing hard and it was actually a breeze to stitch.
Hope you all like this one as much as I did!
With Summer winding down,I have completed a few new beach/nautical designs that I will be posting as they get framed. This design from X's & Oh's called out to me when it arrived in our shop. I used 32 Ct. Summer Sky Jobelan and 2 strands of DMC floss for all colors. I loved how the bird is looking at the anchor and the crab on the sand. Since I have not been to the beach for a few years, this brings back memories. The frame is a custom rustic brown
When this pattern from Heritage Crafts came into our shop I just loved the colorful beach huts - so I added it to my Summer projects. There was nothing hard about this design, uses DMC and I stitched the model on 28 Ct. White Jobelan. The frame is a custom brushed light blue
As I have stated many times, I just love the Bent Creek Zippers. There is nothing hard since they are done on 18 Ct. linen using pearl cotton. Everything is included even buttons, all you need to do is add a needle. Each year from May to July I love stitching patriotic designs, and this one was my car project which I finished at home since I was not doing any car trips in those months - again nothing hard, and I custom framed in a brushed edge dark blue frame
Everyone always asks what is my favorite fabric or designer - well I have no favorite and since I stitch on linen mostly, it is fun to use different fabrics for a change. This is a new kit from Shepherd's Bush and I had this frame sitting around waiting for something that would fit the opening. I used everything in the kit - no subs, and as you can see, it fit the opening. The frame came from Kohls's last year an I put it in my stash. The kit includes 10 Ct. Tula fabric and all flosses and button - doesn't it look great!
Whenever I stitch a design that takes more than two weeks, once I finish, I always look for something that I can stitch up fast for instant gratification - this design is one of those type of projects. Plus I love the word designs from Imaginating and Ursula Michaels - nothing hard, done in two colors of DMC floss, and I used 32 Ct. White Jobelan. I stitched this before I was in my patriotic mood, so that I would be ready for my summer stitching early. The frame is a custom dark blue with brushed edges (I know it looks black, but it is really a navy blue)
For those of you who look at our shop models, you will notice that I stitch many Heritage Craft designs. I had been looking for something flowery, nothing big, yet colorful. When this design arrived in the shop, I felt this pattern fit the bill. I loved all the different herbs. and the little bees that accented throughout. This design is coded for DMC floss, and I used 28 Ct. White Jobelan for the fabric. The frame is a custom green to bring out the greens in the design
For those of you who visit our shop, all these new models are hanging on our walls.
As Spring goes into summer, I try to find floral designs to add to our Shop Models. This design from Country Cottage Needlework is an oldie, but goodie pattern. I just loved the flowers abloom in the garden with the white picket fence behind and different flower names accented throughout the rows of alphabet letters. Nothing hard, I used the recommended floss, and stitched on 32 Ct. Water Lily Linen from Wichelt. I did custom frame in a primitive white with brush markings. Well Summer - here I come!!
When I look for patterns to stitch, I do not always pick something new as you can tell from a few of these new Shop Models. This design is from Twisted Thread, and buttercups is a sign that Spring is here. Thought it made a wonderful new additon - nothing hard, again I used the recommended floss, and stitched on 32 Ct. Cream Belast Linen rather than the linen that was recommended. The frame is a premade 5x5 greeen
I always like the Amish patterns from Diane Graebner, and she also designed many designs with cats. When I was looking for something to stitch that was had flowers and was easy, I found this set of designs with flowers and black cats. This design is pattern #3, and you get 4 different patterns in the pack, I believe the flowers are geared for each season. I think these flowers would be for Summer with the yellow, blue, and light orange floewrs. Again, I framed in a premade black frame. (You might see others from this set in the future.) I stitched this model on 18 Ct. White Aida using the recommended DMC floss
It seems that this Spring, I have taken a look at some patterns that I keep putting back in the pile, only to never get to the top. Well I always loved this design from Permin and kept putting off stitching - so I decided, now was as good as ever. There is nothing hard, actually it was enjoyable to stitch the flowers and watch this Shop Model come to life. For the cat lover, your kitty might want to sit in a window box just like the design, only I am sure the flowers would not look as nice. I know when I had a black kitty, he would have squashed them. I stitched this design on 28 Ct Antique White Jobelan using the recommended DMC floss. The frame I used is a black and custom fit to bring out the black cat and make the flowers jump out. Isn't he cute with those yellow/green eyes? He looks very realistic. 
Since it is still Spring, and when this pattern arrived in our shop, I felt it would make a wonderful addition to our shop models. I used 28 Ct. Ice Blue Cashel Linen as the fabric that was recommended is no longer available, and the recommended flosses. The frame is a custom colonial pink to bring out the pinks in the design. Isn't it so cute!
As I have stated many times, my daughter lives over an hour away from my home, so when we go and visit, I usually take along something to stitch in the car. I try to take something easy due to the bumps in the roads, and recently I have taken Vervaco pillow kits or Bent Creek Zippers. This bees skep is a Bent Creek Zipper kit which takes no time at all to stitch. The fabric in the kit is 18 Ct. Linen and includes all flosses and beads. I did custom frame in an antique yellow frame
When I was looking for Easter designs for shop models, I came across this Easter Egg design from Bent Creek and felt it would make a wonderful addition for our walls. Nothing hard, I did stitch on the recommended 32 Ct. Summer Khaki Belast linen using the recommended floss. The frame I used is rustic brown to bring out the colors in the egg
When I stitched the Grandpa design from The Bookmark Collection book by Told In A Garden, I found that there were many designs in the book that I had not stitched. I have over 14 shop models from this book, but since there are over at least 8 or 10 that I did not stitch, I picked this cute design to stitch and add to our Amish wall. I most likely will be stitching more in the coming months. These are the only designs that I stitch on 14 Ct. Aida - I used Sage, and they are coded for DMC floss. Again nothing hard, and I did frame in a small brown frame
When I was looking for a few items to stitch for Spring, I came across this cute design from Heritage Crafts and the daffodils called my name. I just loved the little kitty - nothing hard and this design fit a 5" x 5" green frame. Isn't he cute!!
When I was putting away patterns in our Easter section, I came across this cute design from Glendon Place. However, I did not like the fabric that the designer used. Hence, I called Crossed Wing Collection and they dyed this fabric to give the appearance of ground and sky. Thought it turned out nice and I framed in a custom antique light green frame. I did use the Dinky Dyes pearl cotton instead of DMC or Anchor as I like the look of the markings - hope you all like it too. Again, nothing hard -
NOTE: WE HAD CROSSED WING COLLECTION DYE THIS FABRIC FOR US AND AM OFFERING THE SIZE OF THE PIECE THAT WE USED IF ANYONE IS INTERESTED