“More than 500 crisp and colorful cross-stitch designs [are] grouped around five major themes. Each design includes a full-color chart with stitch count and DMC floss code chart....Will be a welcome addition to Christmas crafts collections.”—Library Journal. “Delectable cross stitch motifs.”—The NeedleWorker.

Try this wealthy of irresistible patterns that can be used by themselves to make charming trinkets or combined to make delightful motifs. From muschievous kittens and dozens of different alphabets to carousels and cupids, the hardest part of these designs is choosing which one to stitch first!

Traditional, nostalgic patterns. Ideas for any occasion, full-colour graphs, sumptuous photographs of finished products, and a wide variety of alphabets.

Donna Kooler, a renowned designer of gorgeous cross-stitch projects for more than 30 years, has now come up with nine colorful sampler patterns that celebrate home, nature, holidays, and more. Each one--from the charming and playful "Pet Friends” to the lush flower-filled "Beautiful Blooms”--is showcased in a breathtaking two-page spread with a themed beauty shot of the framed piece. Several pages of patterns follow, along with suggested alternative motifs to help stitchers unleash their creativity and make the samplers their very own. A brief introductory section teaches some basic stitches, as well as how to prepare the fabric and center the design. A Main Selection of the Crafter’s Choice Book Club.

Cross-stitch designs for many home items.

Collection of Christmas themed cross-stitch patterns.

Provides cross-stitch patterns for a variety of Christmas decorations and gifts.