Over 50 borders and motifs include flowers, animals, wreaths, children, homes, birds, alphabets, zodiac designs, and Christmas themes. Mix and match them to have a one-of-a-kind original, or embroider the projects as is: a bluebell and ribbon panel, a yellow archangel with butterflies, a deer and woodland cushion, a poinsettia border, and many others.

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

The author of Picture it in Cross Stitch and Cross Stitch Cards and Keepsakes presents more than 1000 patterns which enable readers to design their own embroideries. All the motifs, borders and patterns have been produced on a mix-and-match basis, allowing embroiderers to choose and combine those applicable to their own projects. The patterns cover such topics as home and family life, church and school activities, sporting achievements, and life on the farm and at sea. Also included are many designs from all over the world, so that souvenirs of holidays can be stitched, or gifts for family and friends abroad.

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.

Are you a beginner searching for a pretty and simple counted cross-stitch project? Or are you a skilled embroiderer, ready and eager to create your own patterns? Either way, the range of shapes and ideas here will astound you! Over 50 borders and motifs include flowers, animals, wreaths, children, homes, birds, alphabets, zodiac designs, and Christmas themes. Mix and match them to have a one-of-a-kind original or embroider one of these projects as is: a bluebell and ribbon panel, a yellow archangel with butterflies, a deer and Woodland cushion, a poinsettia border, and many others.

A collection of garden and flower cross-stitch designs from Maria Diaz.

Want to give your home a touch of handmade elegance without spending hours on complicated patterns, even if you're a beginner at cross-stitching? Embrace the joy of cross stitch embroidery with 'Borders and Motifs Cross Stitch patterns'. Packed with more than 200 modern and unique designs, it offers a lavish array of patterns to embellish your crafts whether it's adding sophistication to napkins, lending a personal touch to pillows, enhancing quotes with charm, or creating one-of-a-kind bookmarks. Each design is represented in full color, complete with clear symbols and a preview of the original artwork allowing for an easy interpretation of the end product. With matching corners for most designs and a DMC floss color guide included, you can stitch seamlessly and confidently every time. Start crafting your masterpiece today!