Tabla de contenidos para SIP Ornaments 2022 en Just CrossStitch

Hello stitching friends! We are excited to unveil for you our annual collection of holiday designs in this 2022 issue of Just CrossStitch Christmas Ornaments! Just like Santa’s bag, these pages are packed full of special things and fun surprises. Offering exclusive designs from the hearts and hands of over 70 of the world’s finest designers, these patterns were handpicked especially for you. We’ve sought out an amazing collection that we hope will make all your cross-stitching wishes come true. Ten chapters, each featuring a different holiday theme, will keep your needle and thread busy right up until Christmas Eve and beyond because, as we all know, the fun of crafting holiday projects can last all year long! Looking for something traditional? Check out the Olde World Wishes or Yuletide…

Susan O’Bryant www.sweetwingstudio.com Sweetly Singing Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 68H x 66W Design Size: 4¼ ” x 4⅛” Materials • 11” x 11” piece 32-count dark chestnut linen from Wichelt Imports Inc. • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One skein each Classic Colorworks Hand-Dyed Cotton Thread • One spool Kreinik Very Fine Braid #4 • Size 26 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss or Very Fine Braid. Backstitch over two threads or work straight stitch using one strand of floss or Very Fine Braid. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using FlatOrnament Finishing Instructions. Hanger was made using ¼” satin ribbon. Sweetly Singing…

Anna Kobylianska www.etsy.com/shop/SweetAnnet Lil’ Christmas Angel Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 73H x 49W Design Size: 5¼ x 3½” Materials • 10” x 8” piece 14-count clear plastic canvas • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One skein DMC® Light Effects six-strand embroidery floss • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Work right-slanting 1/2 cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Backstitch over one square or work straight stitch using one strand of floss, except where indicated in color code. Finishing Instructions Carefully trim stitched piece to one square from stitching all around except at top for hanger cutout. Refer to chart for hanger cutout at center top of ornament. Several strands of…

A Peaceful Night Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 69H x 70W Design Size: 4⅞” x 5” Materials • 11” x 11” piece 14-count navy Aida from Zweigart® • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One skein DMC® Mouliné Étoile six-strand embroidery floss • One tube TOHO round 15/0 beads • Size 24 tapestry needle • Beading needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Where small symbols appear, work ¾ cross stitch using two strands of floss. Backstitch over one square or work straight stitch using one strand of floss except where indicated in color code. Work diamond Algerian eye stitch over four squares using two strands of floss. Work French knot using two strands of floss and wrapping around needle…

www.etsy.com/shop/couturebyZhanna Christmas Stitcher Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 70H x 70W Design Size: 4⅜” x 4⅜” Materials • 11” x 11” piece 32-count cherry linen from Maison Sajou • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One skein each DMC® Color Variations six-strand embroidery floss • One spool DMC® Diamant metallic thread • One skein each DMC® Satin Floss • Size 26 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss or one strand of metallic thread. Backstitch over two threads or work straight stitch using one strand of floss or metallic thread. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Hanger was made using ⅝"-wide grosgrain ribbon with ½” wooden beads strung on as shown. Christmas Stitcher…

Elizabeth Talledo www.etsy.com/shop/DamesoftheNeedle Yuletide Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 70H x 70W Design Size: 43/8” x 43/8” Materials • 11” × 11” piece 32-count aged saffron hand-dyed linen from From the Cauldron/Dames of the Needle • One skein The Gentle Art Sampler Threads • One skein Weeks Dye Works™ Hand Over Dyed Floss • One skein Classic Colorworks Hand- Dyed Cotton Thread • One skein Romy’s Creations Hand Overdyed Floss • Size 26 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Where small symbols appear, cross stitch over one thread using one strand of floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using FlatOrnament Finishing Instructions. Trim and bow were made using honey whiskey crinkled ribbon from From the Cauldron/Dames of the Needle. Hanger was made from…

Suzana Lima www.suzanacrossstitch.com Little Reindeer Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 49H × 30W Design Size: 23/4 “× 15/8” Materials • 9” × 8” piece 18-count white Aida from Zweigart® • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Finishing Materials & Instructions • PVC glue • 100mm-diameter clear-plastic fillable ornament • Ribbons • Baubles Use 1/2 of opened ornament to trace around stitched piece for size. Paint PVC glue to wrong side of stitched piece within traced circle. Allow to dry. Trim stitched piece around tracing. Place stitched piece inside ornament and close. Embellish ornament as desired with bows, baubles and hanger. Little Reindeer…

www.gentlepursuitdesigns.com Follow the Star Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 56H × 41W Design Size: 3” × 21/4” Materials • 9” × 8” piece 37-count Russian tea cake linen by Legacy Linen from Access Commodities • One skein each Au Ver A Soie® Soie d’Alger silk floss • One spool Au Ver A Soie® Soie 100/3 • One spool each Access Commodities Accentuate metallic thread • One skein Needlepoint Inc. silk floss • Size 28 tapestry needle *DMC® alternatives are not one-to-one equivalents to the floss suggested by the designer. To achieve results pictured, use the floss listed in the first column. Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using one strand of floss or metallic thread. Cross stitch over one thread using one strand of floss or metallic thread. Work tent…

L.S. Porter Dreaming of Santa Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 36H x 60W Design Size: 2⅝” x 4¼” Materials • 9” x 11” piece 28-count water lily linen from Wichelt Imports Inc. • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One skein each Classic Colorworks Hand-Dyed Cotton Thread • One skein each The Gentle Art Simply Shaker Sampler Threads • One package Mill Hill Seed Beads • Size 24 tapestry needle • Beading needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. When using hand-dyed floss, work each cross stitch as you go. Where small symbols appear work 3/4 cross stitch using two strands of floss. Work straight stitch using one strand of floss. Attach beads using a cross stitch and coordinating floss.…

Evdokia Nikolaeva Christmas Woodpecker Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 50H x 67W Design Size: 3⅛” x 4⅛” Materials • 9” x 10” piece 32-count country mocha Murano from Zweigart® • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • Size 26 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss except where indicated in color code. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Trim was made using red mini pompom trim. Christmas Woodpecker…

Susan Powell www.etsy.com/shop/LaurelSusanStudioLLC Santa’s on His Way Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 70H x 70W Design Size: 5” x 5” Materials • 11” x 11” piece 14-count white Aida from Wichelt Imports Inc. • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One skein each DMC® Light Effects embroidery floss • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Where two symbols are bracketed together, use one strand of each color floss. Backstitch over one square or work straight stitch using two strands of floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Pillow-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Hanger was made using satin ribbon. Santa’s on His Way…

Abby Johns www.topknotstitcher.com Christmas Spirits Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 43H x 69W Design Size: 2⅝” x 4⅜” Materials • 9” x 11” piece 32-count blue moon linen from Wichelt Imports Inc. • One skein each Dinky Dyes Stranded Silk Floss • Size 26 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Trim was made using Twisted- Cording Instructions and coordinating floss. Hanger was made using ⅜” grosgrain ribbon. Christmas Spirits…

Lynda Keske www.keslyns.com Santa’s Snack Time Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 95H x 96W Design Size: 3⅜” x 3⅜” Materials • 10” x 10” piece 28-count antique white Lugana from Wichelt Imports Inc. • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One skein each DMC® Mouliné Étoile six-strand embroidery floss • One card Rainbow Gallery Treasure Braid Petite™ • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over one thread using one strand of floss or Petite Treasure Braid. Backstitch over one thread or work straight stitch using one strand of floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Trim was made using red mini pompom trim. Hanger was made using ⅛"-wide red satin ribbon. See page 109 for Schnitzel With Mushroom Gravy recipe. Santa’s…

www.etsy.com/shop/GoodmanStroblCreates All Is Well Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 68H x 59W Design Size: 4⅞” x 4¼” Materials • 11” x 11” piece 14-count tumbleweed Aida from Wichelt Imports Inc. • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Trim and hanger were made using beaded lace trim. All Is Well My Christmas Memory In addition to designing cross-stitch projects, I am also a piano teacher and vocal coach. As an annual tradition, I perform the song All Is Well at our Christmas Eve service at our church. Every time I sing those beautiful lyrics someone always comes up to me and says,…

Rhona Norrie www.etsy.com/shop/RhonaNorrieDesigns Jolly Snowman Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count Face: 24H x 33W Hat: 25H x 33W Design Size Face: 1¾” x 2⅜” Hat: 1¾” x 2⅜” Materials • 8” x 9” piece (Face) 14-count white Aida from Charles Craft® • 6” x 7” piece (Hat) 14-count clear plastic canvas from Darice • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Backstitch over one square or work straight stitch using one strand of floss. Finishing Materials & Instructions • 3"-diameter embroidery hoop • White felt for hoop backing • Black felt for hat backing • Fabric marking pen • Craft glue • Satin ribbon Place the inner ring of the embroidery…

Karen Bowen www.etsy.com/shop/KEBstudioCreations Christmas Star Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 59H x 59W Design Size: 3¾” x 3¾” Materials • 10” x 10” piece 32-count antique white linen from Zweigart® • One skein Classic Colorworks Belle Soie Silk Floss • One skein Gloriana Threads Hand-Dyed Silk Floss • One card Rainbow Gallery Nordic Gold metallic floss • One package Mill Hill Seed Beads • Size 26 tapestry needle • Beading needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss or one strand of metallic floss. Attach beads using cross stitch over two and one strand of DMC® 3865. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Hanger was made using satin ribbon. Christmas Star My Christmas Memory Growing up, we weren’t allowed downstairs where the stockings…

Roz Watnemo Nordic Starburst Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 34H x 34W Design Size: 2⅜” x 2⅜” Materials • 9” x 9” piece 28-count white Cashel linen from Zweigart® • One ball DMC® pearl cotton #8 • One ball Anchor® pearl cotton #8 • One skein The CARON Collection Wildflowers® single-strand hand-dyed cotton thread • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using one strand of pearl cotton. Backstitch over two threads using one strand of pearl cotton. Work straight stitch using one strand of cotton thread. Work satin stitch using one strand of pearl cotton. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions and placed in round red frame. Hanger was made using ⅛"–wide satin ribbon. See page 110 for Chocolate Raspberry Bars recipe. Nordic…

www.cherryparker.co.nz Lighting Up the Holidays Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 50H x 17W Design Size: 4” x 1⅜” Materials • 10” x 8” piece 25-count stormy clouds Lugana from Zweigart® • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One skein each DMC® Mouliné Étoile six-strand embroidery floss • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Where two symbols are bracketed together, use one strand of each floss. Where small symbols are used, work ¾ cross stitch using two strands of floss. Backstitch over two threads using one strand of floss. Finishing Materials & Instructions • 8” plastic foam cone with 3” base • Various shades green felt • ⅝"-long straight pins • Craft glue • 4½” length coordinating…

Dawn Friske www.etsy.com/shop/MindfulNeedleXStitch One Star Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 51H x 58W Design Size: 3⅝” x 4⅛” Materials • 10” x 10” piece 28-count blue spruce Belfast linen from Zweigart® • One skein DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One skein each The Gentle Art Sampler Threads • One skein each The Gentle Art Simply Shaker Sampler Threads • One spool Kreinik Very Fine Braid #4 • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss or one strand of Very Fine Braid. Where small symbols appear, work ¾ cross stitch using two strands of floss. Work straight stitch using two strands of floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Flat--Ornament Finishing Instructions. Trim and hanger were made using Twisted-Cording Instructions…

Maria Teresa Vitali www.mtvdesigns.com Noel Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 53H × 53W Design Size: 3⅜” × 3⅜” Materials • 10” × 10” piece 32-count cocoa linen from Weeks Dye Works™ • One skein each Romy’s Creations Hand Overdyed Floss • Size 26 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Work straight stitch using two strands of floss. Work lazy daisy stitch over six threads using two strands of floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Pillow-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Trim was made using green twine. Noel…

Nancy Wahler www.facebook.com/faithwurksdesigns Home “Sweet” Home Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 44H × 36W Design Size: 3⅛” × 2⅝” Materials • 9” × 9” piece 28-count opalescent white Lugana from Zweigart® • One skein each Anchor® or DMC® six-strand embroidery floss • One spool each Kreinik Very Fine Braid #4 • One skein Weeks Dye Works™ Hand Over Dyed Floss • One package each Mill Hill Seed Beads • Size 24 tapestry needle • Beading needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss or Very Fine Braid. Backstitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Attach beads using ½ cross stitch and coordinating floss. Finishing Materials & Instructions • Decorative buttons from Stoney Creek • Four assorted-color 3/16” round buttons Referring to photo for placement,…

Amanda Mae MacNaughton www.ardithdesign.com Oh Deer Gingerbread Cookie Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 67H x 57W Design Size: 4⅛” x 3½” Materials • 10” x 10” piece 32-count chestnut linen from Wichelt Imports Inc. • One spool each Sulky® 12-wt. Cotton Petites thread • One spool Sulky® 30-wt. Poly Sparkle™ (Star) thread • One package Mill Hill Seed Beads • Size 24 tapestry needle • Beading needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using one strand of thread. Where small symbols appear work ¾ cross stitches using one strand of thread. Backstitch over two threads using one strand of thread. Work straight stitch using two strands of thread. Attach beads using a cross stitch and one strand of 712-1001. Finishing Materials & Instructions • Mill Hill large peppermint candy button…

Liz Almond www.blackworkjourney.co.uk Christmas Pendant Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 66H × 42W Design Size: 4¾” × 3” Materials • 11” × 9” piece 28-count white evenweave from Zweigart® • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One skein each DMC® Light Effects • One package Mill Hill Seed Beads • Size 24 tapestry needle • Beading needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Where small symbols appear, work ¾ cross stitch using two strands of floss. Backstitch over two threads or work straight stitch using one strand of floss. Attach beads using ½ cross stitch and one strand of floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using FlatOrnament Finishing Instructions. Trim and hanger were made using Twisted-Cording Instructions and coordinating floss.…

Sharlotte A. DeVere www.facebook.com/QueenStitcher My Wishes for You Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 75H × 40W Design Size: 4⅝” × 2½” Materials • 11” × 9” piece 32-count raw Belfast linen from Zweigart® • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One spool DMC® Diamant Metallic Thread • One package each Mill Hill Petite Seed Beads • Size 26 tapestry needle • Beading needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Work elongated cross stitch over four, six or eight threads as indicated in the color code using two strands of floss. Backstitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Work straight stitch using two strands of metallic thread. Attach beads using ½ cross stitch and two strands of B5200/45002 floss.…

Krista West www.avleaembroidery.com Greek Cross Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 56H x 56W Design Size: 3¾” x 3¾” Materials • 10” x 10” piece 30-count mariner’s map Legacy linen from Access Commodities • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • Size 24 tapestry needle • Beading needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Backstitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Finishing Materials & Instructions • Sharp sewing needle • Coordinating sewing thread • Sharp embroidery scissors • Straight pins • Millinery buckram • Silk fabric Preparing the Hem Press stitched piece from reverse side, straightening as much as possible. Trim stitched piece 1¼” from design on all four sides. Place stitched piece wrong side up on ironing surface. Working…

Look for the supplies used in this issue in your local needlework shop. 1-2-3 Stitchwww.123stitch.com Access Commodities(Au Ver A Soie, Soie d’Alger)(Legacy Linen)www.accesscommodities.com/retailers Anchorwww.anchorcrafts.com/en Annie’s Craft StoreAnniesCraftStore.com Avlea Folk Embroiderywww.avleaembroidery.com Barefoot Needleartwww.barefoot-needleart.myshopify.com By Jupiter Charms & Embellishmentswww.byjupiter.com The CARON Collectionwww.caron-net.com Classic Colorworkswww.classiccolorworks.com Coats & Clarkwww.yarnspirations.com Colonial Needle Companywww.newleesneedlearts.com/ Colour and Cottonwww.colourandcotton.com Dames of the Needle(From the Cauldron)www.damesoftheneedle.com Davisonwww.davison.com Dinky-Dyeswww.dinkydyes.com DMC Corp./Charles Craftwww.dmc.com/us Fabric Flair(Rosewood Manor)www.fabricflair.com Fairy Wool in the Woodwww.etsy.com/shop/fairywoolinthewood Fortnight Fabricswww.fortnight-fabrics.com Fox and Rabbit Designswww.foxandrabbit.com Frank A. Edmonds Co.www.faedmunds.com FripperiesMPwww.etsy.com/shop/fripperiesmp GaRon Stitcherywww.garon-stitchery.com The Gentle Artwww.thegentleart.com Gloriana Threadswww.glorianathreads.com Inspired Needlewww.inspiredneedle.com Just Another Button Companywww.justanotherbuttoncompany.com Kreinikwww.kreinik.com Lady Dot Createswww.etsy.com/shop/ladydotcreates Lakeside Linens & Designswww.lakesidelinens.com Maison Sajouwww.sajou.fr/en Michaels(Darice)www.michaels.com Mill Hill Beadswww.millhillbeads.com Modern Hooplawww.modernhoopla.co Needle in a Haystackwww.needlestack.com Needlepoint Inc.www.needlepointinc.com Needlewerkeswww.nedlewerkes.com/ Nikyscreationswww.nikyscreations.com Pellonwww.pellonprojects.com Picture This Pluswww.picturethisplus.com Presencia America(a Colonial Needle company)www.colonialneedle.com Rainbow Gallerywww.rainbowgallery.com Ribbon…

Laure Fontainewww.etsy.com/fr/shop/laineeteau Shining Brightly Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 70H x 61W Design Size: 3⅞” x 3⅜ ” Materials • 10” x 9” piece 18-count white Mill Hill perforated paper from Wichelt Imports Inc. • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One skein DMC® Light Effects • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Backstitch over one square using two strands of floss. Work straight stitch using one strand of floss. Finishing Materials & Instructions • White felt • Double-sided craft tape Adhere felt to the back of the stitched piece using double-sided craft tape. Trim stitched piece and felt to one square from stitching around entire design. Hanger was made using metallic thread. Shining Brightly…

Frony Ritter www.fronyritterdesigns.com Stars for Baby Jesus Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 66H x 56W Design Size: 4⅛” x 3½” Materials • 11” x 10” piece 32-count Aerial linen from Picture This Plus • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One card Rainbow Gallery Treasure Braid Petite™ • One package Mill Hill Petite Seed Beads • Size 26 tapestry needle • Beading needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss or one strand of Petite Treasure Braid. Backstitch over two threads using one strand of floss or Petite Treasure Braid. Work backstitch in “NOEL” using two strands of floss. For stars, work straight stitch using one strand of Petite Treasure Braid. For angel eyes, work French knot using one strand of…

Giulia Manfredini www.puntiantichi.com Snow Angel Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 90H x 23W Design Size: 6⅜” x 1⅝” Materials • 13” x 8” piece 28-count Arctic Cashel linen from Picture This Plus • One skein Dinky Dyes Stranded Silk Floss • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using one strand of floss. Finishing Materials & Instructions • 7¾ ” x 2½” piece acid-free ⅛"-thick matboard • 7¾ ” x 2½” piece thin white batting • 7¾ ” x 2½” piece fusible interfacing • Powder blue wool felt: one 7¾ ” x 2½” piece and two 7” x 5” pieces • Silver metallic decorative trim: 15” length for angel body; 5” length for neckline and collar • 8” piece blue cording • One 1¼ "-diameter unfinished wooden…

Eirinn Norrie www.patreon.com/tangledthreads Merry Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 61H x 61W Design Size: 4⅜” x 4⅜” Materials • 11” x 11” piece 14-count black Aida from Wichelt Imports Inc. • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One spool DMC® Diamant metallic thread • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Where small symbols appear, work ¾ cross stitch using two strands of floss. Backstitch over one square or work straight stitch using one strand of floss or metallic thread. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Hoop Finishing Instructions. Hanger and bow were made using satin ribbon. Merry…

Nicoletta Farrauto www.etsy.com/shop/nikyscreationsdesign Christmas Sheeping Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 67H x 70W Design Size: 43/8” x 41/4” Materials • 11” x 11” piece 32-count antique white Old England linen from Nikyscreations • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • Size 26 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Backstitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using PillowOrnament Finishing Instructions. Christmas Sheeping…

Lighting Santa’s Way Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 31H × 46W Design Size: 21/4” × 31/4” Materials • 9” × 10” piece 14-count vintage oat Aida from Zweigart® • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One skein DMC® Color Variations embroidery floss • One package each Mill Hill Seed Beads • Size 24 tapestry needle • Beading needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Where small symbols appear work 1/4 cross stitches using two strands of floss. Backstitch over one square or work straight stitch using one strand of floss. Attach beads using one strand of white floss and a cross stitch. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using FlatOrnament Finishing Instructions. Santa’s hat was embellished with a mini jingle bell.…

Pam Lewis and Susan Rohm www.praiseworthystitches.com Christmas Stag Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 71H x 63W Design Size: 43/8” x 37/8” Materials • 11” x 10” piece 32-count river willow Belfast linen from Lakeside Linens • One skein The Gentle Art Sampler Threads • One skein each The Gentle Art Simply Shaker Sampler Threads • One package Mill Hill Petite Seed Beads • Size 26 tapestry needle • Beading needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Work straight stitch using two strands of floss. Work Smyrna cross stitch over four or six threads as indicated in color code, using one strand of floss. Attach beads using 1/2 cross stitch and coordinating floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Trim and hanger were…

Maria Warmke www.thestitcherhood.com Christmas Mischief Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 70H x 60W Design Size: 5” x 4¼” Materials • 11” x 11” piece 14-count white Aida from Charles Craft® • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Hanger was made using ⅛"-wide satin ribbon. Christmas Mischief My Christmas Memory I recently had to spend my first holidays without my dad. When I think of Christmas, I often think of him. He instilled in me a crazy love of Christmas music. My daughters tease me because in my Christmas music playlist, I often have the same carol by several different musicians, such…

Eileen Gurak Miss Floppy’s Christmas Bonnet Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 47H x 46W Design Size: 3⅜” x 3¼” Materials • 10” x 10” piece 14-count light seafoam Aida from Charles Craft®. • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One skein DMC® Color Variations six-strand embroidery floss • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Backstitch over one square using one strand of floss except where indicated in color code. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Trim and hanger were made using braided trim. Miss Floppy’s Christmas Bonnet…

Nancy Woods www.etsy.com/shop/BloomingGroveStudio Polar Portrait Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 62H x 67W Design Size: 4½” x 4¾” Materials • 11” x 11” piece 28-count Crystal Dwarf Lugana from Picture This Plus • One skein each Weeks Dye Works™ Hand Over Dyed Floss • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Where small symbols appear around face, work 1/4 cross stitch using two strands of floss. Where small symbols appear in berries, cross stitch over one thread using one strand of floss. Backstitch over two threads or work straight stitch using one strand of floss. Work French knot using one strand of darkest part of floss and wrapping around needle twice. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Hanger was…

Shannan Grierson www.sewingwithbobbinandfred. blogspot.co.uk Shh, Santa’s Coming Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 59H x 58W Design Size: 4¼” x 4⅛” Materials • 11” x 11” piece 28-count linen color with white mini dots Cashel linen from Wichelt Imports Inc. • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One package Mill Hill Frosted Seed Beads • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Backstitch over two threads or work straight stitch using one strand of floss. Attach beads using ½ cross stitch and one strand of coordinating floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Pillow-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Shh, Santa’s Coming…

www.etsy.com/shop/DureneJCrossStitch Special Delivery Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 46H x 46W Design Size: 3¼” x 3¼” Materials • 10” x 10” piece 14-count white Aida from Wichelt Imports Inc. • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans®USA six-strand embroidery floss • One skein each DMC® Light Effects six-strand embroidery floss • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Backstitch over one square or work straight stitch using one or two strands of floss as indicated in color code. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Hoop Finishing Instructions. White mini pompom trim was glued around outer edge of hoop. Hanger and bow were made using red-and-white baker’s twine. Special Delivery…

Snowy’s Holiday Tea Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 63H x 62W Design Size: 4½” x 4⅜” Materials • 11” x 11” piece 14-count vintage blue whisper Aida from Wichelt Imports Inc. • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Backstitch over one square using one strand of floss. Work Smyrna cross stitch over two squares using one strand of each floss color. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Hoop Finishing Instructions. White mini pompom trim was glued to outer edge of hoop. Bow and hanger were made using 1"-wide sheer ribbon. Snowy’s Holiday Tea See page 108 for Almond Holiday Cookies recipe.…

Olena Khirkh-Yalan www.etsy.com/shop/livingontherainbow Snowy Greetings Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 47H x 68W Design Size: 3” x 4¼” Materials • 9” x 11” piece 32-count charcoal gray Belfast linen from Zweigart® • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One spool each Kreinik Very Fine Braid #4 • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss or Very Fine Braid. Where small symbols appear, work partial cross stitch using two strands of floss. Backstitch over two threads or work straight stitch using one strand of floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Trim and hanger were made using Twisted-Cording Instructions. Snowy Greetings See page 109 for Gingerbread Cookies recipe. My Christmas Memory What could be more…

Caroline Seldon www.haystackstitching.co.uk Frosty’s Jumper Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 45H x 61W Design Size: 3¼” x 4⅜” Materials • 10” x 11” piece 14-count white Mill Hill perforated paper from Wichelt Imports Inc. • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One package Mill Hill Antique Seed Beads • Size 24 tapestry needle • Beading needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Work straight stitch using two strands of floss. Attach beads using ½ cross stitch and coordinating floss. Finishing Materials & Instructions • Three 4mm black buttons • Felt for backing • Mini coat hanger/paper clip • Satin ribbon • Coordinating sewing thread Referring to photo for placement, sew black buttons to snowman. Trim perforated paper to one square…

Camelia Dröge www.etsy.com/shop/crossstitchbycamelia Vintage Christmas Tree Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 70H x 29W Design Size: 5” x 2⅛” Materials • 11” x 8” piece 14-count mushroom Aida from Wichelt Imports Inc. • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Finishing Materials & Instructions • 6” x 3” piece 14-count mushroom Aida from Wichelt Imports Inc. for backing • Polyester fiberfill • 6mm round natural stone tiger eye beads • Beading needle • 7” nylon beading thread Press stitched piece from reverse side, straightening as much as possible. Trim stitched piece seven squares from widest and tallest points of design. Cut backing fabric the same size as trimmed piece. String and…

Hannah Steele www.etsy.com/uk/shop/HannahBridgetDesigns Scandi Christmas Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 63H x 61W Design Size: 4½” x 4⅜” Materials • 11” x 11” piece 14-count white Aida from Wichelt Imports Inc. • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Hanger was made using 1/8"-wide satin ribbon. Scandi Christmas…

Deborah Booth www.mybigtoedesigns.com Behold Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 69H x 69W Design Size: 4” x 4” Materials • 10” x 10” piece 35-count parchment linen from Weeks Dye Works™ • One skein each Weeks Dye Works™ Hand Over Dyed Floss • Size 28 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Finishing Materials & Instructions • One package 5mm fluted round linencolor beads • One package 3mm round garnet-color beads • Coordinating ⅜"–wide sheer ribbon Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Beaded trim was made by alternately attaching 5mm and 3mm beads along all sides of assembled ornament. Hanger was made using ribbon. See page 110 for Garlic Roasted Asparagus recipe. Behold…

Lisa Harris www.lisaleanndesigns.com Joy Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 71H x 70W Design Size: 5⅛” x 5” Materials • 11” x 11” piece 14-count natural Fiddler’s Cloth from Charles Craft® • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans USA six-strand embroidery floss • One skein DMC® Light Effects six-strand embroidery floss • One package Darice 10/0 Seed Beads • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Backstitch over one square using one strand of floss. Work diamond Algerian eye stitch over four squares using two strands of floss. Attach beads using ½ cross stitch and one strand of coordinating floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Hanger was made using Twisted-Cording Instructions. Joy…

Linda Medina SEAson’s Greetings Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 50H × 69W Design Size: 3⅝” × 4⅞” Materials • 10” × 11” piece 28-count aqua blue light linen from Wichelt Imports Inc. • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One spool Kreinik Blending Filament • One package Mill Hill Seed Beads • Size 24 tapestry needle • Beading needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Backstitch over two threads or work straight stitch using one strand of floss or Blending Filament. Work French knot using one strand of floss and wrapping around needle twice. Attach beads using ½ cross stitch and coordinating floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using FlatOrnament Finishing Instructions. Trim was made using mini pompom trim. Hanger…

www.instagram.com/kberlew Candy Canes & Gumdrops Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 63H x 63W Design Size: 4½” x 4½” Materials • 11” x 11” piece 28-count antique white Jobelan from Wichelt Imports Inc. • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Backstitch over two threads using one strand of floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Pillow-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Hanger was made using mini rickrack trim. Candy Canes & Gumdrops My Christmas Memory When I’m designing a cross-stitch pattern, I often make geometric arrangements of shapes and objects—it’s like putting together a jigsaw puzzle. For my ornament this year, I created colorful candies from memories of my childhood Christmases.…

Michelle Garrette www.bendystitchydesigns.com Marshmallow Suite Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 32H x 42W Design Size: 2” x 2⅝” Materials • 8” x 9” piece 32-count ballet slippers linen from Fox and Rabbit Designs • One skein each Classic Colorworks Hand-Dyed Cotton Thread • Size 26 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Backstitch over two threads or work straight stitch using one strand of floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Trim and hanger were made using Lady Dot Creates licorice pompom trim. Marshmallow Suite My Christmas Memory For me, Christmas has always started at the end of November. My grandma was a baker and candymaker extraordinaire. Once the Thanksgiving dishes were put away, the baking ingredients came out. From as…

Patricia Bage www.patricia-ann-designs.com Blue Snowflakes Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 57H x 54W Design Size: 4⅛” x 3⅞” Materials • 10” x 10” piece 28-count white Cashel linen from Zweigart® • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One spool Kreinik Very Fine Braid #4 • One package Mill Hill Seed Beads • One package Mill Hill Petite Seed Beads • Size 24 tapestry needle • Beading needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Work fir stitch over eight threads using one strand of Very Fine Braid. Work Leviathan stitch over eight threads using one strand of Very Fine Braid. Backstitch over two threads or work straight stitch using one strand of floss unless indicated otherwise in color code. Attach beads…

Karen Kluba www.rosewoodxstitch.com Be Very Merry Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 54H x 53W Design Size: 3⅜” x 3⅜” Materials • 10” × 10” piece 32-count smokey blue snow linen from Fabric Flair • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One package Mill Hill Seed Beads • Size 26 tapestry needle • Beading needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Backstitch over two threads or work straight stitch using one strand of floss. Work Algerian eye stitch over four threads using one strand of floss. Work star eyelet stitch over eight threads using one strand of floss. Attach beads using a cross stitch and coordinating floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using FlatOrnament Finishing Instructions. Trim and hanger were made…

Always Time to Stitch Jennifer Rodriguez Corn Bake 1 (8.5-ounce) box corn muffin mix1 egg1 cup sour cream¼ cup unsweetened apple sauce¼ cup butter, melted1 (15¼-ounce) can whole kernel corn, slightly drained1 (14¾-ounce) can cream-style corn1 envelope dry ranch dressing mix In large bowl combine all ingredients, whisking until batter is moist and combined. Transfer to a 13” x 9” baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes or until toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Serve warm and refrigerate leftovers. Blooming Grove Needleart Nancy Woods Chocolate Snickerdoodles Coating: ¼ cup sugar1 teaspoon cinnamon Cookies: 2 cups flour½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon cream of tartar1 teaspoon cinnamon½ teaspoon salt1 cup butter, room temperature1 cup light brown sugar½…

Tracy Horner www.inkcircles.com Angel of the Pines Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 56H x 45W Design Size: 3½” x 2⅞” Materials • 10” x 9” piece 32-count blue whisper Belfast linen from Zweigart® • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One spool Kreinik Very Fine Braid #4 • Size 26 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss or one strand of Very Fine Braid. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Flat Ornament Finishing Instructions. Trim was made using pompom trim from Lady Dot Creates, and hanger was made using 738/45179 floss and Twisted-Cording Instructions. Angel of the Pines…

Deborah Fasano www.historichandworkes.com Angels We Have Heard on High Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 59H x 74W Design Size: 3⅜” x 4¼” Materials • 10” x 11” piece 35-count lambswool linen from Wichelt Imports Inc. • One spool Access Commodities Accentuate metallic thread • One skein each Au Ver A Soie® Soie d’Alger silk floss • Size 28 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss or metallic thread. Backstitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Flat Ornament Finishing Instructions. Trim and hanger were made using Twisted- Cording Instructions and coordinating floss. Bow was added to top of hanger using coordinating ribbon. See page 109 for Cranberry Orange Cookies recipe. Angels We Have Heard on High…

Nancy Greenberg www.picklebarreldesigns.com Christmas at the Farm Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 58H x 69W Design Size: 4⅛” x 4⅞” Materials • 11” x 11” piece 14-count café mocha Country French Aida from Wichelt Imports Inc. • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One skein each Classic Colorworks Hand-Dyed Cotton Thread • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Backstitch over one square using two strands of floss. Work Smyrna cross stitch over two squares using two strands of floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Trim and hanger were made using jute twine. Model was embellished with bow of raffia ribbon and button. Christmas at the Farm My Christmas Memory I remember how…

Elizabeth Spurlock www.etsy.com/shop/SavingGraces Deck the Haul Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 52H x 50W Design Size: 3¾” x 3⅝” Materials • 10” x 10” piece 14-count cream perforated paper from Darice • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One card Rainbow Gallery Arctic Rays nylon thread • One package Mill Hill Antique Seed Beads • Size 24 tapestry needle • Beading needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Work 1/2 cross stitch over one square using one strand of Arctic Rays thread. Backstitch over two squares using two strands of floss. Attach beads using a cross stitch and coordinating floss. Finishing Materials & Instructions • Self-adhering felt • Satin ribbon Trim stitched piece to within one square of stitching, being…

www.etsy.com/shop/JoyInTheStitches Pottery & Pine Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 50H x 59W Design Size: 31/8” x 35/8” Materials • 10” × 10” piece 16-count snow on aqua Aida from Fabric Flair • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • Size 26 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Where small symbols appear, work 3/4 cross stitch using two strands of floss. Backstitch over one square or work straight stitch using one strand of floss. Work French knot using one strand of floss and wrapping around needle twice. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Hoop Finishing Instructions. White mini pompom trim was glued to outer edge of hoop. Pottery & Pine My Christmas Memory I have always loved Christmas, but since…

www.instagram.com/iwillbecrafting/ Rain, Dear! Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 57H × 57W Design Size: 4” × 4” Materials • 10” × 10” piece 14-count navy Aida from Charles Craft® • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Backstitch over one square using two strands of floss. Work French knot using one strand of floss and wrapping around needle twice. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using FlatOrnament Finishing Instructions. Purchased twisted cording was used for trim. Hanger was made using 1/8"-wide satin ribbon. Rain, Dear! See page 109 for Carrot Cake Muffins recipe.…

Laura Rimola www.thelittlestitcherdesign.com Christmas Love Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 57H x 57W Design Size: 3½” x 3½” Materials • 10” x 10” piece 32-count petit point raw/white Belfast linen from Zweigart® • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Work straight stitch using one strand of floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Pillow-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Hanger and bow were made using ⅛"- wide satin ribbon and embellished with snowflake button. Christmas Love…

Tatiana Romero www.instagram.com/mimaletalila Chickadee Wreath Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 60H x 60W Design Size: 3¾” x 3¾” Materials • 10” x 10” piece 16-count ice blue Aida from Zweigart® • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One skein DMC® Light Effects embroidery floss • Size 26 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Backstitch over one square or work straight stitch using one strand of floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Hanger was made using satin ribbon. Chickadee Wreath…

Just Hangin’ Dog Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 50H x 32W Design Size: 3⅝” x 2¼” Materials • 8” x 7” piece 14-count ecru Mill Hill perforated paper from Wichelt Imports Inc. • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One package Mill Hill Seed Beads • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Backstitch over one square using one strand of floss. Attach beads using ½ cross stitch and one strand of floss. Finishing Materials & Instructions • Black felt • Double-sided craft tape Adhere felt to the back of the stitched piece using double-sided craft tape. Trim stitched piece and felt to one square from stitching around entire design. Hanger was made with satin ribbon. See…

Lee Fisher www.stitchyfishdesigns.blogspot.com Pierre Noel Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 49H x 40W Design Size: 3½” x 2⅞” Materials • 10” x 9” piece 28-count whirlpool Cashel linen from Picture This Plus • One skein each Sullivans® USA or DMC® six-strand embroidery floss • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Backstitch over two threads or work straight stitch using one strand of floss except where indicated in color code. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Pillow-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Pierre Noel…

Jennifer Rodriguez www.etsy.com/shop/alwaystimetostitch Santa’s Apron Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 51H x 36W Design Size: 3⅝” x 2⅝” Materials • 10” x 9” piece 14-count white Mill Hill perforated paper from Wichelt Imports Inc. • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans®USA six-strand embroidery floss • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using two strands of floss. Backstitch over one square using one or two strands of floss as indicated in color code. Finishing Materials & Instructions • Three 5” lengths ¼"-wide black satin ribbon • One piece red felt • Coordinating sewing thread Carefully trim stitched piece to two squares from stitching on all sides. Trim felt piece to 1/4” larger than stitched piece around all sides. Center stitched piece, faceup, on trimmed felt. Place two…

Chiara Gavarone www.instagram.com/mat_and_me_design Let It Snow Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 69H x 56W Design Size: 4⅜” x 3½” Materials • 11” x 10” piece 32-count mocha Belfast linen from Zweigart® • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • Size 26 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Purchased twisted cording was used for trim and hanger. Let It Snow…

Jamie Kile Bonnie’s Little Tree Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 60H x 65W Design Size: 3” x 3¼” Materials • 9” x 10” piece 40-count natural Newcastle linen from Zweigart® • One skein DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One skein each Classic Colorworks Hand-Dyed Cotton Thread • One skein each The Gentle Art Sampler Threads • One skein each The Gentle Art Simply Shaker Sampler Threads • One skein Weeks Dye Works™ Hand Over Dyed Floss • One star button from Just Another Button Company • Size 28 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using one strand of floss. Attach button using coordinating floss. Finishing Materials & Instructions • Brickhouse mini pompom trim from Lady Dot Creates Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Trim…

Gunay Uyan www.turquoisegraphics.etsy.com Winter Wonderland Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 45H x 44W Design Size: 3¼” x 3⅛” Materials • 10” x 9” piece 28-count antique white Monaco evenweave from Charles Craft® • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Backstitch over two threads or work straight stitch using one strand of floss. Work French knot using one strand of floss and wrapping around needle twice. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Model was backed with felt and embellished with metallic book corners and satin ribbon. Hanger was made using ½"–wide sheer ribbon. Winter Wonderland…

Nikki Ewing Elegant Poinsettia Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 53H x 53W Design Size: 3¾” x 3¾” Materials • 10” x 10” piece 28-count sampler gold Cashel linen from Colour and Cotton • One skein each Classic Colorworks Hand-Dyed Cotton Thread • One skein each The Gentle Art Sampler Threads • One skein Weeks Dye Works™ Hand Over Dyed Floss • One spool Kreinik Very Fine Braid #4 • Size 24 tapestry needle Elegant Poinsettia Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Backstitch over two threads using one strand of Very Fine Braid. Work French knot using one strand of floss and wrapping around needle twice. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Hanger and trim were made using red twine. Ornament was embellished…

Wendy Peatross www.fromtheheartneedleart.com Love & Joy Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 56H x 35W Design Size: 3⅛” x 2” Materials • 9” x 8” piece 36-count gray linen from Weeks Dye Works™ • One skein each Gloriana Threads Hand-Dyed Silk Floss embroidery floss • Size 28 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Pillow-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Trim and hanger were made using chenille trim. Love & Joy…

Cassandra Cavalca Conforti www.etsy.com/shop/Fairywoolinthewood Jolly Elves Sampler Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 57H x 56W Design Size: 3½” x 3½” Materials • 10” x 10” piece 32-count witch Tina hand-dyed linen from Fairy Wool in the Wood • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • Size 26 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Backstitch over two threads or work straight stitch using one strand of floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Pillow-Ornament Finishing Instructions and embellished with lace and a decorative button. Jolly Elves Sampler…

www.instagram.com/designer_natalia_luneva/ Merry Christmas Wreath Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 69H x 69W Design Size: 4⅞” x 4⅞” Materials • 11” x 11” piece 28-count Aerial Cashel linen from Picture This Plus • One skein each Presencia® cotton floss or DMC® six-strand embroidery floss • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Finishing Materials & Instructions • 5” square frame • 1” gold screw-eye hanger • Organza ribbon Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions and placed in frame. Add screw-eye hanger to center of frame top. Embellish with organza ribbon and hanger. Merry Christmas Wreath…

www.instagram.com/_cuteembroidery/ Merry Sweetmas Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 70H × 39W Design Size: 5” × 2¾” Materials • 11” × 9” piece 28-count metallic opalescent/raw Cashel linen from Zweigart® • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One skein each DMC® Light Effects embroidery floss • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Finishing Materials & Instructions • Snowflake Bell Pull from FripperiesMP • 6½” × 3¾” piece fusible interfacing • Sewing needle and coordinating thread Press stitched piece from reverse side, straightening as much as possible. With design centered, trim stitched piece to 9” high × 5½” wide. Along each long edge, fold ¾” fabric to the back and press. Following manufacturer’s instructions, center and fuse interfacing…

Kristi DeCaria-Poliquin www.etsy.com/shop/pixelpixiexstitch It’s All About the Sweets Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 58H x 41W Design Size: 4⅛” x 2⅞” Materials • 10” x 9” piece 28-count ice blue Lugana from Zweigart® • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • One package each Mill Hill Seed Beads • Size 24 tapestry needle • Beading needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Backstitch over two threads or work straight stitch using one strand of floss. Work French knot using two strands of floss and wrapping around needle once. Attach beads using ½ cross stitch and two strands of coordinating floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Trim was added using red rickrack. Purchased twisted cording was used for…

Amy Baker www.barefootneedleart.com Baking Spirits Bright Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 55H x 66W Design Size: 2½” x 3” Materials • 9” x 9” piece 22-count cream Aida from Zweigart® • One skein each DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • Size 24 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using one strand of floss. Backstitch over one square using one strand of floss. Finishing Materials & Instructions • 6” x 4” birch or balsa wood sheet or brown craft foam sheet • Craft knife or scissors • Craft paint and paintbrush • Red-and-white decorative twisted cording • Two mitten buttons • Wood glue Model was finished using Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions. Trace cutting-board shape on wood or foam sheet using template provided. Cut out cutting-board shape. Paint cutout…

Arlene Cohen www.worksbyabc.com Symbols of the Season Skill Level: Intermediate Stitch Count: 66H x 66W Design Size: 4⅛” x 4⅛” Materials • 11” x 11” piece 32-count navy Belfast linen from Zweigart® • One skein DMC® or Sullivans® USA six-strand embroidery floss • Size 26 tapestry needle Instructions Cross stitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Backstitch over two threads using two strands of floss. Finishing Instructions Model was finished using FlatOrnament Finishing Instructions. Trim and hanger were made using white chenille trim. Symbols of the Season…

Barbie Laux A Merry Tree Skill Level: Easy Stitch Count: 60H x 42W Design Size: 4¼” x 3” Materials • 8” x 7” piece 14-count ecru Mill Hill perforated paper from Wichelt Imports Inc. • One skein each Sullivans® USA Pearl Cotton #5 • One skein Sullivans® USA Metallic Floss • One package Mill Hill Antique Seed Beads • Size 24 tapestry needle • Beading needle Instructions Cross stitch over one square using one strand of pearl cotton. Backstitch over two threads using one or two strands of metallic floss as indicated in color code. Work Smyrna cross stitch over two squares using one strand of pearl cotton. Attach beads using metallic floss and a cross stitch. Finishing Materials & Instructions • Felt for backing • Spray adhesive • Jewelry…

Flat-Ornament Finishing Instructions Materials • Matboard • Thin quilt batting (optional) • Coordinating fabric for backing • Double-sided tape (optional) • Hot-glue gun or craft glue (optional) • Desired trim and hanger 1. Cut two pieces of matboard to desired ornament size (⅛"-1” larger than stitched design). If desired, cut quilt batting to same size as matboard; adhere batting to board using double-sided tape. 2. Press stitched piece from reverse side, straightening as much as possible. 3. Center stitched piece faceup on batting side of matboard and trim around stitched piece so that fabric is at least ½” beyond edges of matboard. Keeping fabric taut, carefully fold excess fabric to the back and glue to matboard or lace to secure edges. Repeat with second piece of matboard and backing fabric.…