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Reimagining Antique Samplers

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I’m Annie, and I love all things cross stitch and quilting. I enjoy helping others finish their cross stitch pieces and learn to quilt. My philosophy is that a finished project is better than a perfect project. Join me as I share my not so perfect finishes with you. Welcome!

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The last our New Releases is from the Celebrate Ew

The last our New Releases is from the Celebrate Ewe Series:

Merry Ewe
Stitch Count: 70 wide x 70 high
Finished Size 4 3/8 x 4 3/8 inches
Fabric: 32 count Pistachio Frappe by Grace Notes Fabrics
Using two strands of floss over two strands of linen
Floss used: DMC: 224, 535, 945, 3862, 3865 WDW: Chestnut,
Lancaster Red, Onyx, Parchment, Whiskey
Classic Colorworks: Pine Needles, Weeping Willow
A DMC conversion is provided.

Finishing Board - provided by Chantelle’s 141 Design Company - Plain Bender Board - Small.
Paint for finishing board - Chantelle’s 141 Design Company - DIY Paint - colors -Little Black Dress, Bead Board, Sandy Blonde

A Special Thank You to Michelle Stoner for beautifully
model stitching this design.

You can also find Boo! Ewe, Lucky Ewe, Patriotic Ewe, Sew Ewe, Snow Ewe, and Thankful for Ewe in this series. Stay tuned for more Ewes.

@chantelles141
@chelle.stoner
@gracenotesstitchers
@dmc_embroidery
@dmc_france
@classiccolorworks
@weeksdyeworks
@thegentleartinc

#theproperstitcher
#celebrateeweseries
#christmas
#christmascrossstitch
#crossstitch
#crossstitchersofinstagram

The Next New Release is from the Celebrate Ewe Ser

The Next New Release is from the Celebrate Ewe Series:

Snow Ewe

Stitch Count: 70 wide x 70 high

Finished Size 4 3/8 x 4 3/8 inches

Fabric: 32 count Pistachio Frappe by Grace Notes Fabrics

Using two strands of floss over two strands of linen

Floss used: DMC: Blanc, 223, 782, 921, 950, 3862, WDW: Capri, Cardinal, Chia, Onyx, Parchment, Classic Colorworks: Claypot

A DMC conversion is provided.

Finishing Board - provided by Chantelle’s 141 Design Company - Plain Bender Board - Small.

Paint for finishing board - Chantelle’s 141 Design Company - DIY Paint - colors -Little Black Dress, Bead Board, Sandy Blonde

You can also find Boo! Ewe, Lucky Ewe, Merry Ewe, Patriotic Ewe, Merry Ewe, Sew Ewe, and Thankful for Ewe in this series. Stay tuned for more Ewes.

@chantelles141
@weeksdyeworks
@classiccolorworks
@thegentleartinc
@dmc_embroidery @dmc_france @dmc_crafts
@gracenotesstitchers

#theproperstitcher
#crossstitch
#xstitch
#celebrateeweseries
#wintercrossstitch
#snowmancrossstitch

"All is Calm" is part of the Seasons of Generosity

"All is Calm" is part of the Seasons of Generosity Series, which is inspired by Ecclesiastes 3: 1-8, “for everything there is a season, and time for every purpose under heaven.” This series will feature
songs that are designed to fill your home with joy each season.

“All is Calm” is from Silent Night, which is emblematic of Christmas, where great beauty veils itself in humility to bring peace and joy to the world. It touches something deep inside us and reminds us of the simplicity of the season.

Stitch Count 183 wide x 111 high
Finished Size 10 1/8 x 6 1/8 inches
Fabric: 36 count Suede by Needle Bling Designs
Using one strands of floss over two strands of linen.
Floss used: Weeks Dye Works Cayenne. DMC 22, 347,
520, 610, 676, 844, 3051, 3052, 3865, Ecru
Framing: Thank you to Ramona Bishop at BENNET in Knoxville, TN for your framing expertise.
A very special thank you to my dear friend Jennifer Allee
for beautifully model stitching this design for me.

@needleblingdesigns
@jenn.allee
@bennett_lifeisanart
@weeksdyeworks
@dmc_embroidery
@dmc_france

#theproperstitcher
#seasonofgenerosity
#chrismtascrossstitch
#alliscalm
#silentnightcrossstitch
#christmasstitching
#crossstitch
#pointdecroix

I knew when I released Go, Tell It On The Mountain

I knew when I released Go, Tell It On The Mountain that I couldn't stop there. When I released the first piece, which was used for the fundraiser, I wrote about a sense of hope in the darkness.
"I can just hear the shepherds and wise men as they left the manger, anxiously awaiting the next town they would enter so that they could spread the word of hope born in a dark night."
I didn't want to leave the story open. There had to be a finish. In designing, sets of three are always a completion. I knew I wanted to finish the famous Christmas chorus and decided that three pillows or ornaments, or whatever finish you should choose, would be perfect. The second release "Over the Hills" gives the destination for the instruction to "go" and that "He is Born" is the message of the assignment. It's the perfect layout for a Christmas display.
All three pieces are the same size and use the same colors, creating a simple and fun project with so much meaning for the season. It is my wish that you would take time to enjoy these stitches and bask in the beauty of the Christmas message, that hope was born in a dark night and shared with all who would receive it.
Merry Christmas my friends! May the joy of the season fill your homes over the next few weeks and into the bright new year to come.

Each design is sold seperately:
Stitch Count: 91 x 60
Finished Size: 5 3 3/8
Fabric: 36 Baklava by Grace Notes Fabrics
Floss used: Classic Colorworks: Campfire, Hickory Stitcks, Pebble Beach, Pine Needles, Tea and Biscuits, Weeping Willow.
Weeks Dye Works: Whiskey
The Gentle Arts: Aged Pewter, Garden Gate, Chalk, Toasted Barley
DMC 936 was used to make the cording.

The decorative pins can be purchased from Jersey Girl Stitch Co. or Cross Stitch and Crafts. Teresa is donating proceeds of the purchase to Samaritan's Purse to help with Hurricane Helene Relief efforts.

You may order these new releases from your favorite LNS or from my Etsy shop.

@jerseygirlstitchco
@classiccolorworks
@weeksdyeworks
@thegentleartinc
@gracenotesstitchers
@dmc_embroidery

#theproperstitcher
#gotellitonthemountain
#crossstitch
#christmasstitching
#xstitch

Flosstube 130 is uploaded and ready for you! In th

Flosstube 130 is uploaded and ready for you! In this episode I share all of my New Releases, a Hurricane Helene Relief fundraiser update, and so much more!!

@the.fancifulflamingo
@jerseygirlstitches @jerseygirlstitchco
@chantelles141
@fatquartershop
@forthestitcherssoul
@tammyblalock
@sew_just_beecuzz
@melyellystitches
@weeksdyeworks
@classiccolorworks
@thegentleartinc
@dmc_embroidery
@gracenotesstitchers
@needleblingdesigns

#theproperstitcher
#flosstube #flosstubersofinstagram #newreleases
#crossstitch #xstitch #crosstitchersofinstagram #christmasstitching

My last Christmas 🎄 Sneak Peek before the big r

My last Christmas 🎄 Sneak Peek before the big reveal tomorrow! This is Part 2 of 3 of Go, Tell It On The Mountain. You will notice the beautiful pin created by Teresa with @jerseygirlstitchco !! She will have these pins on her website soon. The name of the pin is "On the Mountain". These were specially made for this series!

#theproperstitcher
#gotellitonthemountain
#christmas
#christmasstitching
#crossstitch
#xstitch

The last our New Releases is from the Celebrate Ew

The last our New Releases is from the Celebrate Ewe Series:

Merry Ewe
Stitch Count: 70 wide x 70 high
Finished Size 4 3/8 x 4 3/8 inches
Fabric: 32 count Pistachio Frappe by Grace Notes Fabrics
Using two strands of floss over two strands of linen
Floss used: DMC: 224, 535, 945, 3862, 3865 WDW: Chestnut,
Lancaster Red, Onyx, Parchment, Whiskey
Classic Colorworks: Pine Needles, Weeping Willow
A DMC conversion is provided.

Finishing Board - provided by Chantelle’s 141 Design Company - Plain Bender Board - Small.
Paint for finishing board - Chantelle’s 141 Design Company - DIY Paint - colors -Little Black Dress, Bead Board, Sandy Blonde

A Special Thank You to Michelle Stoner for beautifully
model stitching this design.

You can also find Boo! Ewe, Lucky Ewe, Patriotic Ewe, Sew Ewe, Snow Ewe, and Thankful for Ewe in this series. Stay tuned for more Ewes.

@chantelles141
@chelle.stoner
@gracenotesstitchers
@dmc_embroidery
@dmc_france
@classiccolorworks
@weeksdyeworks
@thegentleartinc

#theproperstitcher
#celebrateeweseries
#christmas
#christmascrossstitch
#crossstitch
#crossstitchersofinstagram

The Next New Release is from the Celebrate Ewe Ser

The Next New Release is from the Celebrate Ewe Series:

Snow Ewe

Stitch Count: 70 wide x 70 high

Finished Size 4 3/8 x 4 3/8 inches

Fabric: 32 count Pistachio Frappe by Grace Notes Fabrics

Using two strands of floss over two strands of linen

Floss used: DMC: Blanc, 223, 782, 921, 950, 3862, WDW: Capri, Cardinal, Chia, Onyx, Parchment, Classic Colorworks: Claypot

A DMC conversion is provided.

Finishing Board - provided by Chantelle’s 141 Design Company - Plain Bender Board - Small.

Paint for finishing board - Chantelle’s 141 Design Company - DIY Paint - colors -Little Black Dress, Bead Board, Sandy Blonde

You can also find Boo! Ewe, Lucky Ewe, Merry Ewe, Patriotic Ewe, Merry Ewe, Sew Ewe, and Thankful for Ewe in this series. Stay tuned for more Ewes.

@chantelles141
@weeksdyeworks
@classiccolorworks
@thegentleartinc
@dmc_embroidery @dmc_france @dmc_crafts
@gracenotesstitchers

#theproperstitcher
#crossstitch
#xstitch
#celebrateeweseries
#wintercrossstitch
#snowmancrossstitch

"All is Calm" is part of the Seasons of Generosity

"All is Calm" is part of the Seasons of Generosity Series, which is inspired by Ecclesiastes 3: 1-8, “for everything there is a season, and time for every purpose under heaven.” This series will feature
songs that are designed to fill your home with joy each season.

“All is Calm” is from Silent Night, which is emblematic of Christmas, where great beauty veils itself in humility to bring peace and joy to the world. It touches something deep inside us and reminds us of the simplicity of the season.

Stitch Count 183 wide x 111 high
Finished Size 10 1/8 x 6 1/8 inches
Fabric: 36 count Suede by Needle Bling Designs
Using one strands of floss over two strands of linen.
Floss used: Weeks Dye Works Cayenne. DMC 22, 347,
520, 610, 676, 844, 3051, 3052, 3865, Ecru
Framing: Thank you to Ramona Bishop at BENNET in Knoxville, TN for your framing expertise.
A very special thank you to my dear friend Jennifer Allee
for beautifully model stitching this design for me.

@needleblingdesigns
@jenn.allee
@bennett_lifeisanart
@weeksdyeworks
@dmc_embroidery
@dmc_france

#theproperstitcher
#seasonofgenerosity
#chrismtascrossstitch
#alliscalm
#silentnightcrossstitch
#christmasstitching
#crossstitch
#pointdecroix

I knew when I released Go, Tell It On The Mountain

I knew when I released Go, Tell It On The Mountain that I couldn't stop there. When I released the first piece, which was used for the fundraiser, I wrote about a sense of hope in the darkness.
"I can just hear the shepherds and wise men as they left the manger, anxiously awaiting the next town they would enter so that they could spread the word of hope born in a dark night."
I didn't want to leave the story open. There had to be a finish. In designing, sets of three are always a completion. I knew I wanted to finish the famous Christmas chorus and decided that three pillows or ornaments, or whatever finish you should choose, would be perfect. The second release "Over the Hills" gives the destination for the instruction to "go" and that "He is Born" is the message of the assignment. It's the perfect layout for a Christmas display.
All three pieces are the same size and use the same colors, creating a simple and fun project with so much meaning for the season. It is my wish that you would take time to enjoy these stitches and bask in the beauty of the Christmas message, that hope was born in a dark night and shared with all who would receive it.
Merry Christmas my friends! May the joy of the season fill your homes over the next few weeks and into the bright new year to come.

Each design is sold seperately:
Stitch Count: 91 x 60
Finished Size: 5 3 3/8
Fabric: 36 Baklava by Grace Notes Fabrics
Floss used: Classic Colorworks: Campfire, Hickory Stitcks, Pebble Beach, Pine Needles, Tea and Biscuits, Weeping Willow.
Weeks Dye Works: Whiskey
The Gentle Arts: Aged Pewter, Garden Gate, Chalk, Toasted Barley
DMC 936 was used to make the cording.

The decorative pins can be purchased from Jersey Girl Stitch Co. or Cross Stitch and Crafts. Teresa is donating proceeds of the purchase to Samaritan's Purse to help with Hurricane Helene Relief efforts.

You may order these new releases from your favorite LNS or from my Etsy shop.

@jerseygirlstitchco
@classiccolorworks
@weeksdyeworks
@thegentleartinc
@gracenotesstitchers
@dmc_embroidery

#theproperstitcher
#gotellitonthemountain
#crossstitch
#christmasstitching
#xstitch

Flosstube 130 is uploaded and ready for you! In th

Flosstube 130 is uploaded and ready for you! In this episode I share all of my New Releases, a Hurricane Helene Relief fundraiser update, and so much more!!

@the.fancifulflamingo
@jerseygirlstitches @jerseygirlstitchco
@chantelles141
@fatquartershop
@forthestitcherssoul
@tammyblalock
@sew_just_beecuzz
@melyellystitches
@weeksdyeworks
@classiccolorworks
@thegentleartinc
@dmc_embroidery
@gracenotesstitchers
@needleblingdesigns

#theproperstitcher
#flosstube #flosstubersofinstagram #newreleases
#crossstitch #xstitch #crosstitchersofinstagram #christmasstitching

My last Christmas 🎄 Sneak Peek before the big r

My last Christmas 🎄 Sneak Peek before the big reveal tomorrow! This is Part 2 of 3 of Go, Tell It On The Mountain. You will notice the beautiful pin created by Teresa with @jerseygirlstitchco !! She will have these pins on her website soon. The name of the pin is "On the Mountain". These were specially made for this series!

#theproperstitcher
#gotellitonthemountain
#christmas
#christmasstitching
#crossstitch
#xstitch

The last our New Releases is from the Celebrate Ew

The last our New Releases is from the Celebrate Ewe Series:

Merry Ewe
Stitch Count: 70 wide x 70 high
Finished Size 4 3/8 x 4 3/8 inches
Fabric: 32 count Pistachio Frappe by Grace Notes Fabrics
Using two strands of floss over two strands of linen
Floss used: DMC: 224, 535, 945, 3862, 3865 WDW: Chestnut,
Lancaster Red, Onyx, Parchment, Whiskey
Classic Colorworks: Pine Needles, Weeping Willow
A DMC conversion is provided.

Finishing Board - provided by Chantelle’s 141 Design Company - Plain Bender Board - Small.
Paint for finishing board - Chantelle’s 141 Design Company - DIY Paint - colors -Little Black Dress, Bead Board, Sandy Blonde

A Special Thank You to Michelle Stoner for beautifully
model stitching this design.

You can also find Boo! Ewe, Lucky Ewe, Patriotic Ewe, Sew Ewe, Snow Ewe, and Thankful for Ewe in this series. Stay tuned for more Ewes.

@chantelles141
@chelle.stoner
@gracenotesstitchers
@dmc_embroidery
@dmc_france
@classiccolorworks
@weeksdyeworks
@thegentleartinc

#theproperstitcher
#celebrateeweseries
#christmas
#christmascrossstitch
#crossstitch
#crossstitchersofinstagram

The Next New Release is from the Celebrate Ewe Ser

The Next New Release is from the Celebrate Ewe Series:

Snow Ewe

Stitch Count: 70 wide x 70 high

Finished Size 4 3/8 x 4 3/8 inches

Fabric: 32 count Pistachio Frappe by Grace Notes Fabrics

Using two strands of floss over two strands of linen

Floss used: DMC: Blanc, 223, 782, 921, 950, 3862, WDW: Capri, Cardinal, Chia, Onyx, Parchment, Classic Colorworks: Claypot

A DMC conversion is provided.

Finishing Board - provided by Chantelle’s 141 Design Company - Plain Bender Board - Small.

Paint for finishing board - Chantelle’s 141 Design Company - DIY Paint - colors -Little Black Dress, Bead Board, Sandy Blonde

You can also find Boo! Ewe, Lucky Ewe, Merry Ewe, Patriotic Ewe, Merry Ewe, Sew Ewe, and Thankful for Ewe in this series. Stay tuned for more Ewes.

@chantelles141
@weeksdyeworks
@classiccolorworks
@thegentleartinc
@dmc_embroidery @dmc_france @dmc_crafts
@gracenotesstitchers

#theproperstitcher
#crossstitch
#xstitch
#celebrateeweseries
#wintercrossstitch
#snowmancrossstitch

"All is Calm" is part of the Seasons of Generosity

"All is Calm" is part of the Seasons of Generosity Series, which is inspired by Ecclesiastes 3: 1-8, “for everything there is a season, and time for every purpose under heaven.” This series will feature
songs that are designed to fill your home with joy each season.

“All is Calm” is from Silent Night, which is emblematic of Christmas, where great beauty veils itself in humility to bring peace and joy to the world. It touches something deep inside us and reminds us of the simplicity of the season.

Stitch Count 183 wide x 111 high
Finished Size 10 1/8 x 6 1/8 inches
Fabric: 36 count Suede by Needle Bling Designs
Using one strands of floss over two strands of linen.
Floss used: Weeks Dye Works Cayenne. DMC 22, 347,
520, 610, 676, 844, 3051, 3052, 3865, Ecru
Framing: Thank you to Ramona Bishop at BENNET in Knoxville, TN for your framing expertise.
A very special thank you to my dear friend Jennifer Allee
for beautifully model stitching this design for me.

@needleblingdesigns
@jenn.allee
@bennett_lifeisanart
@weeksdyeworks
@dmc_embroidery
@dmc_france

#theproperstitcher
#seasonofgenerosity
#chrismtascrossstitch
#alliscalm
#silentnightcrossstitch
#christmasstitching
#crossstitch
#pointdecroix

I knew when I released Go, Tell It On The Mountain

I knew when I released Go, Tell It On The Mountain that I couldn't stop there. When I released the first piece, which was used for the fundraiser, I wrote about a sense of hope in the darkness.
"I can just hear the shepherds and wise men as they left the manger, anxiously awaiting the next town they would enter so that they could spread the word of hope born in a dark night."
I didn't want to leave the story open. There had to be a finish. In designing, sets of three are always a completion. I knew I wanted to finish the famous Christmas chorus and decided that three pillows or ornaments, or whatever finish you should choose, would be perfect. The second release "Over the Hills" gives the destination for the instruction to "go" and that "He is Born" is the message of the assignment. It's the perfect layout for a Christmas display.
All three pieces are the same size and use the same colors, creating a simple and fun project with so much meaning for the season. It is my wish that you would take time to enjoy these stitches and bask in the beauty of the Christmas message, that hope was born in a dark night and shared with all who would receive it.
Merry Christmas my friends! May the joy of the season fill your homes over the next few weeks and into the bright new year to come.

Each design is sold seperately:
Stitch Count: 91 x 60
Finished Size: 5 3 3/8
Fabric: 36 Baklava by Grace Notes Fabrics
Floss used: Classic Colorworks: Campfire, Hickory Stitcks, Pebble Beach, Pine Needles, Tea and Biscuits, Weeping Willow.
Weeks Dye Works: Whiskey
The Gentle Arts: Aged Pewter, Garden Gate, Chalk, Toasted Barley
DMC 936 was used to make the cording.

The decorative pins can be purchased from Jersey Girl Stitch Co. or Cross Stitch and Crafts. Teresa is donating proceeds of the purchase to Samaritan's Purse to help with Hurricane Helene Relief efforts.

You may order these new releases from your favorite LNS or from my Etsy shop.

@jerseygirlstitchco
@classiccolorworks
@weeksdyeworks
@thegentleartinc
@gracenotesstitchers
@dmc_embroidery

#theproperstitcher
#gotellitonthemountain
#crossstitch
#christmasstitching
#xstitch

Flosstube 130 is uploaded and ready for you! In th

Flosstube 130 is uploaded and ready for you! In this episode I share all of my New Releases, a Hurricane Helene Relief fundraiser update, and so much more!!

@the.fancifulflamingo
@jerseygirlstitches @jerseygirlstitchco
@chantelles141
@fatquartershop
@forthestitcherssoul
@tammyblalock
@sew_just_beecuzz
@melyellystitches
@weeksdyeworks
@classiccolorworks
@thegentleartinc
@dmc_embroidery
@gracenotesstitchers
@needleblingdesigns

#theproperstitcher
#flosstube #flosstubersofinstagram #newreleases
#crossstitch #xstitch #crosstitchersofinstagram #christmasstitching

My last Christmas 🎄 Sneak Peek before the big r

My last Christmas 🎄 Sneak Peek before the big reveal tomorrow! This is Part 2 of 3 of Go, Tell It On The Mountain. You will notice the beautiful pin created by Teresa with @jerseygirlstitchco !! She will have these pins on her website soon. The name of the pin is "On the Mountain". These were specially made for this series!

#theproperstitcher
#gotellitonthemountain
#christmas
#christmasstitching
#crossstitch
#xstitch

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