Gros Morne Dory
I was lucky enough to live in Woody Point, Bonne Bay in the middle of Gros Morne National Park for six years as a child. My love for the area has never declined. This design is from a vivid memory … Continued
Happy Place
It’s more common than we think that people will enjoy their home during their time off. Instead of travel, revel in the comforts of home. Jo has created this cross stitched piece in ode to the best place on earth … Continued
Spring Posy Thrifted Candy Dish Topper
Small flower bouquets called a ‘posy’ have existed since medieval times. This particular pattern is inspired by that history as well as the time-honored art of lace making. The piece utilizes freshwater pearls from a never used bracelet, a scrap … Continued
Paper Tube Bracelet
Not long before ANPTmag suggested recycling as the theme for this issue, designer Jo Gatenby had been browsing the internet, collecting pictures and ideas for a guild project – including making jewelry from recycled items. Great minds think alike! Jo … Continued
Cute Boots
Since the theme for this issue is rainy days, I searched through my quotes collection until I found the perfect one – and this adorable duckling in his fun red boots fit the design to a T! A lovely over-dyed … Continued
Quilted Birdhouse Ornament
I have a good friend who creates dozens of wonderful ornaments every year for family and friends, and for the past couple of years she has used my designs – one year creating delightful little 3D snowmen; another year gorgeous … Continued
Christmas Arched Window
Inspired by a photograph taken during a visit to the island of Iona, Scotland, this window design is reminiscent of windows found in churches and cathedrals all over the world. This vignette provides an evocative pattern reminiscent of the holiest … Continued
Canadian Tartan Nutcracker
Nutcrackers are a quintessential symbol of Christmas, and why not stitch one resplendent in this interpretation of Canada’s Maple Leaf tartan? The Maple Leaf Tartan was designed by David Weiser in 1964 and approved as an official symbol of Canada … Continued
Blue Jelly Bean Christmas
A symbol of downtown St. John’s, Canada, colourful row housing affectionately called ‘Jelly Bean’ houses graces many downtown streets of the province’s capital. Completed as an on-trend pillow, this ornament would be at home in your bread bowl, bookshelf or … Continued
Hramnicy Candle Talisman
This design is dedicated to Hramnicy holiday that is celebrated in Belarus. Hramnicy can be akin in some way to western European Candlemas Day and Imbolc holidays. One of the characters worshiped and featured on this holy day is a … Continued