Never Ending Sampler Stitch-Along Panel 2 Band 5

Today I have Band 5 of Panel 2 of the Never Ending Sampler Stitch-Along:

Here's band #5 by itself:

And here it is with Band 4 for placement purposes:

The special stitch is called a "Sheaf Stitch".  Sharon B has a tutorial for this stitch in her Embroidery Stitch Dictionary.

Here's a closeup of the stitch:

Happy Stitching!

Psalm 118:24 Inspirational Cross Stitch Sampler

Second in the series of Inspirational Samplers, this counted cross stitch design is Psalm 118:24. This is the day the Lord has made. Sampler Threads by the Gentle Art are recommended but DMC conversions are also included. The stitch count is 98 stitches wide X 143 stitches high. On 28 count Evenweave over 2 fabric threads or 14 count Aida, the design will measure 7 inches wide X 10 1/8 inches high.

Available at both Magcloud:  http://magcloud.com/user/kitty-and-me

And at Etsy:  http://www.kittyandme.etsy.com/

New Inspirational Cross Stitch Sampler Series

Awhile ago, I mentioned that I was going to start creating some new cross stitch designs.  I've been liking primitive samplers a lot lately and I've always loved bible verses so needless to say, I put them together.

Here is the first design in the series:

Threads used are the Sampler Threads by the Gentle Art but I've also included DMC equivalents. 

This is available at both Magcloud:  http://magcloud.com/user/kitty-and-me

And at Etsy:  http://www.kittyandme.etsy.com/

Never Ending Sampler Stitch-Along Panel 2 Band 4

For your weekend enjoyment, here is Panel 2 Band #4 of the Never Ending Sampler Stitch-Along:

Here's the band by itself:

Use cross stitches and straight stitches.  The leaves should look like they're satin stitched.  Here's a closeup of the leaves:

Have a great weekend everyone!  Happy Stitching!

Never Ending Sampler Stitch-Along - Panel 2 Band 3

For those of you who are stitching on the Never Ending Sampler Stitch-Along, here's Panel 2 Band 3:

And here is Band 3 by itself:

Work this band with cross stitches and straight stitches.