For a Friend - Cross Stitch Pattern by Hello From Liz Mathews afghan The sampler is worked in

The sampler is worked in cross stitch over two threads and is a delight to stitch

A stylised thistle border surrounds this beautiful Scottish sampler that was stitched circa 1740-1760 on 36ct linen with fine wool

Symbolism-rich lotus design worked with gleaming filament silks using Chinese embroidery techniques

Shabby Sheep

Puppy Fun Toy by Louise Spriggs

For a Friend - Cross Stitch Pattern by Hello From Liz Mathews afghan The sampler is worked inI can't decide what my favorite part of this design is the postage stamp focal of the bird with a flower, the penny rug shaker ish border, or the hanging flowers but why just have one favorite part, right?! When I look at this designs I have two immediate thoughts; first, I can't wait to see someone do a small with the postage stamp excerpt. Especially if they were to fill the background in with the gray blue color that is scattered throughout this