num_pages: 128
description: A Book of the Month Club's Crafter's Choice!Cross-stitch is a traditional hobby  but your designs don't have to be! These more than 130 patterns reflect a modern sensibility with motifs ranging from trendy to vintage to kitschy so there's something here for everyone. All are designed to fit into a 6-inch or smaller embroidery hoop making them quick projects that can be finished in an evening or weekend. If you're feeling ambitious the small designs can be assembled to form a larger piece.Patterns are organized according to animals; designs including flowers and snowflakes; home and hearth consisting of more than 40 patterns that range from a patchwork heart and an antique sewing machine to teapots a watering can and variations on home sweet home; nature; and charming patterns for special occasions. A brief introductory section offers advice on getting started tools and supplies and stitching.A treat! Cross-stitchers will love this book.  Christian Fiction and More
language: English
title: Whimsical Cross-Stitch: More Than 130 Designs from Trendy to Traditional
publisher: Dover Publications