Checking it Twice!
Santa works behind the scenes all year long, but it’s in the fall that he buckles down on his list! You better watch out, you better not cry, ‘cause Santa is making his list and checking it twice. Oh yeah! … Continued
Gone Stitchin’
This design was inspired by a number of things: my discussions with Carla, a pile of junk at a charity auction, the model stitcher thinking a cat would be a cool addition, and my husband’s suggestion for more colour. It … Continued
Fingerprints Cross Stitch
Fingerprints should be added to the repertoire of all-time favourite cross stitch pieces, to be cherished forever. Read more in our Spring 2014 issue. Designed by Maria E. Gollek www.marnicdesigns.com Aspiring to inspire before I expire
Mystery Project
Carolyn Mitchell has devoted the past thirty-five years to sharing her love of textiles, thread and creative stitchery with all those she meets. A National Standard Council of American Embroiderers (NSCAE) certified teacher and talented designer, Carolyn has also owned … Continued
A Medieval Mobile in Cross Stitch
The idea of a baby mobile seemed interesting, but the theme was hard to decide on… teddy bears? baby animals? a nursery rhyme? dragons… hmmm that would be different. The idea bloomed and grew, until the whole vision was bright … Continued
Joys of Winter Cross Stitch Wallhanging
When designing this charming scene for our winter issue, Maria surely dreamt of the many things that warm the heart during the coldest season of the year. Comfort in winter lies in the cherished memories of the holiday season and … Continued
You Had Me at …Woof! Cross Stitch
Working with over-dyed floss is always fun – the trick is to complete both legs of each stitch as you go, so the colour changes flow through the design. The direction you stitch (horizontal or vertical) can change the entire … Continued
Itsy Bitsy Spring Santa
…what Santa does after Christmas… Read more in our Spring 2013 issue. Designed by Maria E. Gollek www.marnicdesigns.com Aspiring to inspire before I expire
How Old Would You Be?
“How old would you be?” is not just a rhetorical question. It’s a question that urges us to shed the labels that come with age. We really are as old as we feel or think we are. If we didn’t … Continued
Scottish Santa
Read more in our Festive 2012 issue. Download the PDF pattern now. Designed by Maria E. Gollek www.marnicdesigns.com Aspiring to inspire before I expire