"While stitching threads with gentle care, I pray this humble little prayer, that with this work the world may see, the beauty in simplicity". The verse is was written by Diane Williams and is copyright protected.
Colonial Homes
Needlework School
* Colonial Homes *
Colonial Homes pays tribute to Early American residences. The design is stitched on 28 count Dirty Linen from Zweigart. The overdyed threads used in the design are Crescent Colours: Almost Auburn, Roasted Chestnut, River Rocks, and Bramble Bush. You will also need Sampler Threads: Dried Thyme, Forest Glade, Dark Chocolate, Shaker White and Tin Bucket. The frame is from Olde Colonial Designs.
* School of Needlework *
In this delightful Americana sampler, Betsy Ross is standing proudly with her students who have just completed their first lesson in making stars! This design was stitched on 28 count Natural Raw linen from Zweigart with DMC floss.
Spot of Coffee
Colonial Dry Goods
* Spot of Coffee * This wonderful candle screen from Sudberry House perfectly frames our Americana design, Spot of Coffee. The fabric used was R&R’s 32 count Iced Cappuccino Linen with DMC floss. Tea lovers won’t be disappointed with this pattern since we have provided a tea alternative chart in the packaging. The verse is original and copyright protected.
* Colonial Dry Goods * This needlework rendition of a merchant’s dry goods sign is stitched on R&R’s 28 count Americana Blend linen. Specialty Threads: Crescent Colours Bamboo, Little House Brown, Rod and Reel and (2) Antique Lace.
Ye Olde Coffee House
America
* Ye Olde Coffee House *
Ye Olde Coffee House first appeared in the now sold out June 2004 issue of Just Cross Stitch Magazine. It is stitched on R&R's 28 count Cocoa linen and stitched with DMC floss.
* America *
A very tall saltbox house and Colonial flag stand proudly in this patriotic cross stitch design. It was stitched on 16 count Heatherfield available from Wichelt Imports. DMC floss is used for stitching. The design was placed in a standard 8" x 10" frame.
