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
I am therefore I create
Designed with artists in mind, here’s the perfect project for your stitching space to remind you that you’re at your best when creating something. Nothing matters when you’re in the zone. Read more in our Issue 47. Designed by Maria … Continued
Dragonfly Purse
Necklaces, earrings, brooches, wall hangings, stained glass, window decorations, and cross-stitch designs… designer Jo Gatenby LOVES dragonflies. She is delighted to share this beautiful purse design with you. The idea of this design is that it can be enlarged to … Continued
Love & Cherish Talisman Wedding Gift
Quite long ago, during my first years in Canada, I made a gift for my ESL teacher for her wedding. It was an embroidered piece using the traditional Belarusan symbol of love, Love Doves, a very popular and beloved symbol. … Continued
LOVE
Representing the fascinating world of lovebirds, this piece is enhanced by using variegated and perle cotton threads and beads. Read more in our Issue 46. Designed by Maria Gollek www.marnicdesigns.com