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Tuscan Tiles Table Runner
It was by serendipity that just around the time ANPTmag announced the theme for Issue 61, Jo Gatenby watched a program about the beautiful, tiles in Tuscany. This design is inspired by actual building roofs, and the bright colours are also Tuscan-inspired. However, please feel free to change the colour palette, as ex-plained in the instructions. The instructions also include diagrams and instructions to make the Algerian eye-lets, linked eyelets, and the loop start. The pattern is worked on 28ct evenweave and worked over 4 strands. Finished measurements:
7ct – 41¼”W x 34¼”H [105 x 87cm] stitched on 14ct fabric
14ct – 20½”W x 17¼”H [52 x 44 cm] stitched on 28ct fabric
16ct – 18”W x 15”H [48 x 38cm] stitched on 32ct fabric
Nautilus Cross Stitched Wall Art
While working on my Elemental Fractal series published in A Needle Pulling Thread magazine in Issues 55 through 58, Jo became enchanted by all the fractals in nature. A nautilus shell was one of the things she considered for the water element. She ended up using a colourful coral spiral for the fractal water design featured in Issue 56, but she loved this Nautilus one so much that she was pleased to be able to offer it for this nautical-themed issue. She used the same frameless framing option described in Issue 58, offered here for your convenience.
Includes material list, chart, and DIY framing instructions
Finished Measurements Design size 28ct – 8”W x 8”H [20 x 20cm]
Cross Stitch Black Rose
This design is based on a pencil sketch Jo Gatenby did for an art class. She always thought it would make a cool cross-stitch pattern, so the theme for Issue 59 gave her a chance to try it out! If you’re not a fan of black, she suggests, of course, to choose only 6 shades of your favourite colour to stitch this beauty. Select complementary colours from palest to darkest and go for it!
Designed by Jo Gatenby
X’s & Oh’s
RR 3
Tweed, Ontario K0K 3J0
613.478.5599
www.xs-and-ohs.com
Elemental Fractal Series – AIR Part 4 of 4
For as long as she can remember, Jo Gatenby has been fascinated by fractals in nature. Inspired by this fascination, she has designed Air, the last in a 4-part series of fractals in nature. Sample design measurements 11¼” x 11¼” [28.6 x 28.6cm].
Designed by Jo Gatenby
X’s & Oh’s
RR 3
Tweed, Ontario K0K 3J0
613.478.5599
www.xs-and-ohs.com
Always be a Butterfly Wall Hanging
‘Always be a butterfly’ is a great quote to have in your personal space. It replenishes the soul and urges to be awesome every day! Design size is 5” x 7¾” stitched on 28ct linen. Measurements given in other fabric counts.
Designed by Jo Gatenby
X’s & Oh’s
RR 3
Tweed, Ontario K0K 3J0
613.478.5599
www.xs-and-ohs.com
Elemental Fractal Series – FIRE Part 3 of 4
For as long as she can remember, Jo Gatenby has been fascinated by fractals in nature. Inspired by this fascination, she has designed Fire, the third in a 4-part series of fractals in nature. Sample design measurements 11¼” x 11¼” [28.6 x 28.6cm]. Also includes instructions on how to frame the piece.
Designed by Jo Gatenby
X’s & Oh’s
RR 3
Tweed, Ontario K0K 3J0
613.478.5599
www.xs-and-ohs.com
Slutsak Belt
Inspired by the luxurious damasked belts of medieval Belarus, Iryna creates her own beautiful design in this reversible belt stitched in the meditative Belarusan Nizanka style.
Designed by Iryna Varabei
Spirit of Belarus
www.ivarabei.wix.com/spiritofbelarus
www.facebook.com/SoB.design
Elemental Fractal Series – WATER Part 2 of 4
For as long as she can remember, Jo Gatenby has been fascinated by fractals in nature. Inspired by this fascination, she has designed Water, the second in a 4-part series of fractals in nature.
Designed by Jo Gatenby
X’s & Oh’s
RR 3
Tweed, Ontario K0K 3J0
613.478.5599
www.xs-and-ohs.com
The Folktale of Baba Yaga
Iryna Varabei depicts through string art, cross stitch, and blackwork embroideries, a millenium-old Belarusan folktale.
Designed by Iryna Varabei
Spirit of Belarus
www.ivarabei.wix.com/spiritofbelarus
www.facebook.com/SoB.design
Elemental Fractal Series – EARTH Part 1 of 4
For as long as she can remember, Jo Gatenby has been fascinated by fractals in nature. Inspired by this fascination, she has designed Earth, the first in a 4-part series of fractals in nature.
Designed by Jo Gatenby
X’s & Oh’s
RR 3
Tweed, Ontario K0K 3J0
613.478.5599
www.xs-and-ohs.com
A Good Omen
Inspired by folklore and superstition, this happy cross stitched piece is a good omen for all those who could use a little good luck on their side.
Designed by Iryna Varabei
Spirit of Belarus
www.ivarabei.wix.com/spiritofbelarus
www.facebook.com/SoB.design
Simon the Musician
Inspired by folklore this adorable cross stitch pattern is based on the poem by the same name written by Yakub Kolas.
Designed by Iryna Varabei
Spirit of Belarus
www.ivarabei.wix.com/spiritofbelarus
www.facebook.com/SoB.design
The Mir Castle
Inspired by Belarus's main landmark, Iryna immortalizes the medieval Mir Castle in this excellent cross stitch rendition. Some quarter and half stitches included in the chart.
Designed by Iryna Varabei
Spirit of Belarus
www.ivarabei.wix.com/spiritofbelarus
www.facebook.com/SoB.design
The Castle Nursery
This piece is was inspired by an art project Jo's youngest daughter constructed while in university and the architecture theme for this issue. Jo’s daughter created this large castle wall full of windows, and you can see the rooms inside each window. Jo kept the project pieces long after her daughter graduated, knowing this idea would make a wonderful cross-stitch series. This isn’t a project for the faint of heart, the cross stitching is easy, the assembly will require a good mood. Full charts and step by step assembly instructions.
Designed by Jo Gatenby
X’s & Oh’s
RR 3
Tweed, Ontario K0K 3J0
613.478.5599
www.xs-and-ohs.com
Mom Certificate
Expert knitter Cynthia MacDougall sets her knitting needles down to try her hand at designing this very special cross stitched certificate dedicated to Mothers around the world.
Designed by Cynthia MacDougall
www.CGKnitters.ca
blog: cgknitters.ca/blog/
ravelry name: macknitnow
Flamingo Greeting Cards
A zany set of 4 flamingo themed cards dedicated to Mom. The samples are cross stitched on perforated paper, but can also be applied to fabric for a framed piece.
Designed by Joanne Gatenby
www.xs-and-ohs.com
Ember Anne 2020 Sampler
This sweet design is the perfect announcement for the birth of your newest family member. Inspired from cross stitch samplers common to the province of Newfoundland & Labrador in the mid 1800s.
Designed by Patty Brake
[email protected]
www.fourboysandanlgirl.ca
Canadian Santa, International Santa Series
In the extensive collection of International Santas by Marnic Designs, here's the Canadian representation. Very comical, but right on point, eh?
Designed by Marnic Designs
Waterloo, Ontario
519.888.9968
www.marnicdesigns.com
Market Treasures
Part of the charm of this design comes from the use of layers… the background is half-stitched with a single strand of floss making it very soft and faded in the background, while the tissue paper is full-stitched with a single strand of floss, so the colors are still soft… then the flowers themselves are stitched with 3 strands, to really make them stand out, with deep rich colours!
Designed by Jo Gatenby
X’s & Oh’s
RR 3
Tweed, Ontario K0K 3J0
613.478.5599
www.xs-and-ohs.com
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 - home.
Designed by Joanne Gatenby
www.xs-and-ohs.com
Gros Morne Dory
As adorable as this dory is, it sits in the vast and majestic setting of the mountains of Gros Morne National Park, Newfoundland, celebrating a national heritage.
Designed by Patty Brake
[email protected]
www.fourboysandanlgirl.ca
Paper Tube Bracelet
Full instructions on how to make a bracelet out of a tape tube and finished with cross stitch and beading.
Designed by Joanne Gatenby
www.xs-and-ohs.com
Spring Posy Thrifted Candy Dish Topper
Rejuvinate a cherished candy dish into a stylish pin cushion you'll love forever by cross stitching this lovely pattern. If you don't have a cherished candy dish, check out the thrift stores.
Designed by Patty Brake
[email protected]
www.fourboysandanlgirl.ca
Cute Boots
What else is there to say about this pretty piece of cross stitch? It's just super cute. Stitched on overdyed fabric for that stormy day feel.
Designed by Joanne Gatenby
www.xs-and-ohs.com
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 of Christian nights and the wonder of nature found in the lines of the setting sun and the three stars shining above.
Designed by Patty Brake
Four Boys and a NL Girl Designs
[email protected]
www.fourboysandanlgirl.etsy.com
Vishuddha
Inspired by the symbol of the Throat Chakra, hence Vishuddha, Kim uses crayons to create her fabric for embroidery. A quick to make embroidered piece, you can embroider it further by listening to your inner voice.
Designed by Kim Beamish
craftycreations-beamish.blogspot.ca
[email protected]
Hramnicy Candle Talisman
Needlework is considered sacred for Iryna. 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. Stitch it, and be happy.
Designed by Iryna Varabei
Spirit of Belarus
ivarabei.wixsite.com/spiritofbelarus
www.facebook.com/SoB.designs
I am Therefore I Create
This is the perfect cross stitch project to make and place in the yoga room or your creative studio. This is a testament to the fact that you are a creator.
Designed by Maria E. Gollek
www.marnicdesigns.com
Dragonfly Purse
Jo is delighted to share this beautiful purse design with you. The idea of this design is that it can be enlarged to fit almost ANY purse! You might like it so much you'll have more ideas as to where to stitch this lovely dragonfly.
Designed by Jo Gatenby
xs-and-ohs.com
Lovebirds Needle Roll
So tiny, you’ll want to take this needle roll everywhere you go. It’ll be part of your portable stitching project.
Designed by Kim Beamish
[email protected]
craftycreations–beamish.blogspot.ca