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Sea Shell Cross-Stitch Picture
Courtesy of Jo-Ann etc Experience the Creativity Magazine Joann.com

 

Cross-stitch a shore-inspired sampler. Stitching is a great way to relax while sunning, or to capture the decelerated momentum of leisure any time of the year. Finished size: 11" x 14"/28cm x 36cm, plus frame

 

 

Materials

21"/46cm x 36cm piece of white 10-count cross-stitch cloth, such as Aida Cloth DMC® Embroidery Floss in each color listed on key

wooden picture frame with 11" x 14"/28cm x 36cm opening

embroidery needle

scissors

straight pins

ruler

double sided tape

iron and ironing board

Embroidering

  1. Fold cloth in quarters to find center. Starting in center of cloth, follow chart.
     

  2. To cross-stitch design, using 2 strands of floss in needle for cross stitches and 1 strand of floss in needle for outline stitches. Work from center out, making each stitch over 1 square of cloth.
     

  3. When work is finished, reshape face-down on ironing board; steam-press. Let cool; trim embroidery to 16" x 19"/41cm x 48cm.

Finishing
Remove backing and mat from frame. Place embroidery face down; center backing on embroidery. Trim corners diagonally, leaving 1/2"/1.5cm of fabric at each corner. Fold corners diagonally to wrong side of backing; tape in place. Wrap edges of embroidery to wrong side of backing; tape sides in place. Replace backing in frame.

 

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Butterfly & Bluebells Towel
Skill Level: Adult 5 out of 5 (1 being easiest)
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Rosebud Egg
Skill Level: Adult 5 out of 5 (1 being easiest)
Try this intricate rosebud design stitched in many soft colors.

Pink Teapot
Skill Level: Adult 2 out of 5 (1 being easiest)
Surprise your favorite tea enthusiast with this dainty teapot design.

Mushrooms With Blue Butterfly
Skill Level: Adult 2 out of 5 (1 being easiest)
Stitch up this simple mushroom design, perfect as an accent piece for your kitchen or hallway.

Easter Fingertip Towel
Skill Level: Adult 1 out of 5 (1 being easiest)
Surprise your Easter visitors with this clever fingertip towel design

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Skill Level: Adult 2 out of 5 (1 being easiest)
Stitch up a bookmark full of spring violets.

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Skill Level: Adult 2 out of 5 (1 being easiest)
Looking for a gift for your favorite teacher? Here's a quick and simple bookmark that's sure to please.

Sparrow On A Branch
Skill Level: Adult 4 out of 5 (1 being easiest)
Bid spring a cheery welcome with this cross stitch design from Pamela Kellogg.

Sea Shell and Coral Cross Stitch Design
Skill Level: Adult 2 out of 5 (1 being easiest)
This colorful cross stitch design brings the coral reef into your décor. Glue seashells to the frame for an extra embellishment

Star Flower Cross Stitch
Skill Level: Adult 1 out of 5 (1 being easiest)
Stitch this stylish star flower cross which is destined to become a heirloom piece.

Shamrocks
Skill Level: Adult 1 out of 5 (1 being easiest)
Celebrate your Irish spirit with this cross stitch design from Pamela Kellogg.

 

 

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