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Dreamcatchers are a popular motif in crafting, whether you are making actual dreamcatchers or using the shape in a painting or other design.
This little dreamcatcher cross-stitch chart from Amanda Gregory is pretty and small (a little more than 3 … Read More...
Americans are celebrating their independence with a long weekend this weekend, and it’s a perfect time to start a new cross-stitch project in red, white and blue.
This Star-Spangled Happiness Chart from Stitching the Night Away is a great choice … Read More...
I’m really starting to love the DMC blog, Common Thread, which not only has cute, free, downloadable cross-stitch charts, but lots of other cute projects using thread and yarn as well.
They recently posted a set of sea creatures and … Read More...
I guess it’s because I’ve been thinking about the beach that I went looking for mermaid cross-stitch patterns. Of course a lot of what you find is Ariel from “The Little Mermaid,” which is not exactly the look I was … Read More...
Looking for something cool to stitch for summer? Why not make an ice cream treat that won’t melt in the summer sun. Looking for DMC Threads Check out DMC’s website
Here are some fun free cross stitch patterns for … Read More...
Cross stitch projects look really cute if you frame them in their hoops, but how do you do that in a way that looks neat?
I love this tutorial from Little Dorrit & Co. via Sew Mama Sew on how … Read More...
We’ve shared a few project ideas for stitching for the Fourth of July, so it seems appropriate to dive into cross stitch charts for Canada Day as well.
I didn’t find a lot of free patterns out there, so if … Read More...
Fireworks are a common way to celebrate the Forth of July and other holidays, and they’re lots of fun to stitch. Here are some options for fireworks cross stitch patterns to get you started.
One fun way to make fireworks … Read More...
Ramadan, the Muslim holy month, begins June 5, so I wanted to look around for some Islamic cross stitch patterns to share. Many of these sites are not in English, but the designs are beautiful and worth sharing.
Holiday related stitching patterns are so much fun to make and to use to decorate your house or household items you use during the holiday season.
With the Fourth of July right around the corner, this pretty little rustic Fourth … Read More...
Obviously it’s not quite July. Okay just 30 more days to go but you will need to get started in this very sweet delight. This July chart is perfect for 4th of July Greeting cards and invitations. July Cross Stitch … Read More...
I really love this chart because of the amazing colors in the background. It is abstract whilst still maintaining a main focal point. The butterfly is beautiful as it flies across the piece.
Free Butterfly Cross Stitch Chart.
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Indulge in the world of abstract art with these three stunning patterns for abstract style bookmarks. As bookworms know, a good book deserves more than just a scrap of paper to hold your place—it deserves a truly beautiful bookmark.
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I recently posted cross stitch on a strainer and today I have another beautiful embroidery piece, this time on the iron plate covers. And if this is intriguing to you pop on over to The Gallery of Contemporary Textile Artists … Read More...
This free Chart is by Oakhaven. I especially love the little singing birds up to top. You can check out the free chart and download as an image or PDF file.
Free Fourth of July Cross Stitch Chart
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Finding Cross stitch patterns that suits a boys room is really hard. I am sure your teenage boy isn’t going to grumble over this design. You can grab the free chart from Durene Jones. Check out her Etsy page too … Read More...
The birds are fighting back with this free Chart. I don’t think that pussy cat is too happy with himself. You can grab the free chart from here.
We have a few babies due to arrive and I know a few of the Mom’s would just love anything with Pooh Bear on. This free Pooh bear Cross Stitch chart is perfect for a gift card, muslin cloth or … Read More...
This is for all the Harry Potter fans out there. Here is a Harry themed “He whois name shall not be spoken” cross stitch pattern.
Looking for more Harry Potter Cross Stitch Patterns? Check out these patterns and charts on … Read More...
This adorable Easter bunny has arrived just in the nick of time. This is another creation by Durene Jones. You can grab the free chart by visiting her facebook page.
Looking for more Easter themed Cross Stitch Patterns and … Read More...