Holiday New Releases 2023

His Gift

“His Gift” was inspired by John 3:16, “God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.” I wanted to design a Christmas pattern reflecting the true meaning of Christmas. I just love all the shades of blue and gold throughout this design.

Holly’s Helpers

“Holly’s Helpers” is inspired by my children! Decorating the Christmas tree has always been a big deal in our home. Gray and Tristan would get so excited putting the star on top of the tree. They would alternate years, and of course this year is Gray’s turn. Matthew would climb the ladder with them to help guide the star, and to keep them safe. They took this job very seriously. Holly, just like Gray, is putting the shiny star on top of the tree. Her little friends are there to help decorate and are watching with pure joy.

Stitch Count: 90 x 90

Fabric Used: 32 Count – Pistachio Frappe by Grace Notes Fabrics

                Floss Used: Weeks Dye Works – Blackboard, Turkish Red, Palomino, Peach Fuzz

                        Chestnut, Parchment. The Gentle Art – Ruby Slipper, Maple Syrup, Baby Spinach

                        Gold Leaf. Classic Colorworks – English Ivy, Perfect Piecrust. DMC 310

DMC color conversion is provided

                       Finishing Board Provided by Chantelle’s 141 Design Company

Peace and Joy

When I began this cross stitch designing journey, I knew that I wanted to design a Christmas sampler. I always cherish the memories made this time of the year. These memories often give me peace and comfort to carry me throughout the year to come. I just love the shades of cranberry and green throughout this sampler. This piece is designed for all skill levels, and I have provided an alphabet chart so that you may personalize this sampler with your initials or those of someone you love.

Stitch Count: 105 x 188

               Fabric Used: 36 Count  – Baklava by Grace Notes Fabrics

              Floss Used: Weeks Dye Works – Palomino, Baked Apple, Onyx, Ivy, Bees Knees, Flatfish,

Lily Pad

                          Cocoa, Whitewash. The Gentle Art – Mountain Mist, Toasted Barley. Classic Colorworks – English Ivy, Perfect Piecrust.

             DMC Conversion Provided

                  Finishing board provided by Chantelle’s 141 Design Company

Winter Sampler

I am continuing the little sampler series with “Winter Sampler”. I wanted to create a small sampler that would be perfect for the entire winter season. A red door means “Welcome” in the old early American tradition. If a family had a red door, tired travelers would know that the home was a welcoming place to rest.

I just love the wreath on this door! The falling snow and shades of green, blue and red in this sampler create a peaceful wintery scene.

Stitch Count: 82 x 80

                 Fabric Used: 36 Count – Mojito Smoothie by Grace Notes Fabrics

                                   Floss Used: Weeks Dye Works – Blue Spruce, Deep Sea, Lancaster Red, Blackboard

                                    The Gentle Art – Bluebell and Brandy

                                    DMC Conversion Provided

                  Finishing board used is by Homestead Needleworke.

The Gingerbread’s Cottage

It is not a secret that my family loves to decorate the entire house for Christmas. No room in the house is spared, including the kitchen. We spend so much time in the kitchen and have enjoyed collecting decorations for this space. I wanted to design a collection for the heart of the home. Part 1 of 2 of this series is “The Gingerbread’s Cottage” that features Mr. and Mrs. Gingerbread and their sweet gingerbread cottage. All of the motifs in this design are frosted sugar cookies. I love how the star cookies are hanging from the top border. The floss used in this design seem to have a frosted reflection, just like icing on a cookie.

This design can be finished as a drum, as a long pillow, or mounted on your favorite finishing board.

Stitch Count: 179 x 62

                Fabric Used: 32 Count – Baklava by Grace Notes Fabrics

                 Floss Used: Weeks Dye Works – Mascara, Louisiana Hot Sauce, Dirt Road, Havana,

Hunter. Classic Colorworks – Gingerbread, Mistletoe, Persimmon, Snowball

DMC conversion provided

                                          Drum Finishing Supplies provided by Lady Dot Creates – Velveteen color – Chili, Chenille trim color – Snow

                Decorative Pins provided by Jersey Girl Stitch Co

The Gingerbread’s Cottage Ornament Collection

Yes, decorating the Kitchen includes a Christmas tree. You will find candy canes, gingerbread men and women, elves and cookie ornaments on this tree, as well as candy cane striped ribbon as garland, and a cranberry angel tree topper. This truly is one of my favorite trees in the house. So, when I designed The Gingerbread’s Cottage, I knew there needed to be ornaments to wrap up this series. These three ornaments are so much fun to stitch. They are the perfect size to stitch for yourself or as a gift.

Stitch Count: 50 x 50 (each ornament)

 Fabric Used: 32 Count – Baklava by Grace Notes Fabrics

 Floss Used: Weeks Dye Works – Mascara, Louisiana Hot Sauce, Dirt Road, Havana, Hunter

        Classic Colorworks – Gingerbread, Persimmon, Snowball

        DMC Conversion Provided

Finishing board used is by Homestead Needleworke

Thank you

Thank you to the following people for making the Holiday New Releases so special! I truly couldn’t have done it without you.

Placing an Order

I have often said on my Flosstube that I am a firm believer in supporting our needlework shops. If you would like to order any of these new designs, please contact any needlework shop (online or brick and mortar) and ask them to order from me. This is also a wonderful opportunity to have them kit up your project!

I hope you enjoy stitching these designs as much as I enjoyed creating them. From my family to yours, Merry Christmas!

Happy Stitching,

Annie

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