This collection of over 1000 cross stitch motifs, each in the form of an easy to follow chart, is an invaluable resource for incorporating your work into cards, samplers, pictures, and tapestries. Fully illustrated step by step instructions in basic techniques and materials will allow even the novice to start stitching right away.

Mix-and-match from 501 cross stitch designs to create one-of-a kind gifts, home accessories, and embellished items.

This text presents a collection of cross-stitch designs celebrating the beauty of the world and the joy of living. Drawing inspiration from the seasons and using verses, hymns, scriptures and popular sayings, the designs include christening samplers, wedding gifts and anniversary cards, together with banners and pictures, a Bible cover and cushion designs.

Enjoy the inspiration of cross stitch projects that draw on Bible themes. Some echo the glory of cathedral stained glass and Old Masters; others draw upon Early American samplers used to teach children. Imaginative Christmas designs feature "The Road to Bethlehem, " "Mary and the Christ-Child, " and the Nativity. Other themes from the life of Christ include "Jesus and the Children" and "The Last Supper." Heavenly hosts of angels appear, as well as "A Family Tree, " "Little Red Church, " and "Noah's Ark." 32 patterns in all. 128 pages (all in color), 8 1/2 x 11.

Each title in the Easy Cross Stitch series provides a beautiful collection of designs to inspire and challenge beginning stitchers. These thematic resource books offer an easy-to-follow, full-color chart and a color key on every page. A variety of borders--from strong, geometric patterns to pretty, flower-inspired designs--are included in this cross-stitch book. The borders can be used to decorate tablecloths, towels, or cushions, and the book offers inspiration to put them together to produce an original sampler all your own.