Free cross stitch pattern, Spring birds and flowers

Here is a wonderful spring birds and flowers stitching for you from Maria (LaMariaCha). If you love to cross stitch, it might be a great way to make it during last winter nights and turn it into something spectacular, like a tote or a purse.

 This design has a very nice folklore feel. It will look great on contrast with black canvas cloth with its bright colors. Or stitch it on natural linen for the coming Easter decor.

You can download this free cross stitch pattern here or here. 

Maria is a cross stitch designer from Kursk, Russia. If you'd like to see more of her work, please visit her LaMariaCha shop on Etsy.

Happy Easter! free cross stitch chart

It's time to make some pretty spring ornaments and decorate your home for a new season!

If you like to stitch, here is a lovely free cross stitch pattern for you.

It is made by Mariya (lamariacha), our team member who has so many wonderful ideas for cross stitch and embroidery decor.

Please enjoy your free chart and don't forget to share some photos of what you made with us!

Kawaii Angel to cross stitch

Season of sharing and giving is coming and we are all looking for one of a kind gift to give to our friends and family. So why not make it yourself?

If you like to stitch, this little Angel from LaMariacha shop on Etsy can be a wonderful gift idea.

Your finished chart will look great on a wall or on a sofa pillow. You can decorate a handbag with it or IPad case. Use your imagination and your gift will be truly one of a kind!

 

There are many more ideas to cross stitch at Mariya's shop so please stop by!

Valentine crochet coasters

Are you ready for your Valentine crafts? If you love to crochet these lovely coasters from Adina (daisiescrochet) are a great idea for you!

Heart shaped Coasters.

Skill Level: Easy

SIZE: 3 ½” x 3 ¾” (9 x 10)

CROCHET HOOK
I – 5.5 mm crochet hook or size to obtain correct gauge.

ABBREVIATIONS
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
beg – beginning
sc – single crochet
hdc – half double crochet
dc – double crochet

MATERIALS
For 1 coaster needs: 10yds Sugar and Cream Cotton (120yd/109m – 2.5oz/70.9g) Worsted /4ply or any other blend of similar yardage yarn.

Visit my blog to learn how to crochet dc decrease and more.
daisiescrochet.blogspot.com/

NOTE: The hearts is worked in rounds.

Start ch3, join with sl st in first ch to form a ring.

Rnd 1: ch1, work 11sc in ring, join with sl st to beg ch1.
Rnd 2: Ch1, sc and hdc in 1st ct, 2dc in next 4 cts, 5dc in next st, 2dc in next 4 sts, hdc and sc in last st, join with sl st to beg ch1.
Rnd 3: Ch1, st in next 2 sts, sc and hdc in next st, 2dc in next 3 sts, dc in next 5 sts, 5dc in next st, dc in next 5 sts, 2 dc in next 3 sts, hdc and sc in next st, st in last 2 sts, join with sl st to beg ch1.

Edging:
Take contrast yarn.
Join yarn with sl st in first st. Sc in all sts around.
Fasten off.

Happy Crocheting!!

All rights to this pattern are owned by Daisies Crochet.

Please, no resale, copy, forward or distribution of this pattern allowed, and no resale of items made using this pattern is allowed. This is for personal use only. Thank you for understanding.

Free cross stitch pattern, Eat More Veggies

Good health is one of the most important things when we are talking of a healthy life style. It's not a secret that a healthy diet will help you shed some pounds, makes you feel good and live happier.

 

I created this little cross stitch ornament as a reminder to myself to eat more vegetables. So if you'd like to stitch one for yourself here is the pattern!

The ornament is easy to make. It will take you just one free evening to stitch it and you can finish it any way you want. Hang it on your wall to make it your New Year resolution!

All materials are available for purchase by request at agardencottage shop on Etsy, subject to availability.

My best wishes in 2012 and good health,

Tanya at AGardenCottage.

Adorable beanie hat pattern

Today, Adina at DaisiesCrochet shop sharing a great pattern for this cute baby hat. Now you can do it on your own! Look how it's easy :)

SIZES NB(0)

NB preemies-4 weeks 13”(33cm) x 5”(12.5cm)
0 0-3 months 14”(35.5cm) x 5 ½”(14cm)

CROCHET HOOK
I – 5.5 mm crochet hook or size to obtain correct
gauge.

GAUGE
12dc x 7 row = 4” (10cm)

TENSION
Make sure to check your tension before starting to crochet. You can change hook size to bigger or smaller to get right tension.

ABBREVIATIONS
ch – chain
sl st – slip stitch
sc – single crochet
dc – double crochet
beg – beginning

MATERIALS
55yd(65yd)
Nature’s Choice Organic Cotton (103yd/94m – 3oz/85g)
Aran /10ply(8wpi) or any other blend of similar yardage yarn.
Contrast yarn (optional)
Ribbon (optional)
Crochet hook



NEWBORN
NOTE: The hat is worked in rounds.
Ch 3, join with sl st in first ch to form a ring.

Rnd 1: Ch 2 (counts as first dc here and throughout), work 11 more dc in ring, join with sl st to top of beg ch-2 = 12 dc.

Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 dc (increase made) in each st around, dc in joining st, join with sl st to top of beg ch-2 = 24 dc.

Rnd 3: Ch 2, [2dc in next st, dc in next st] 11 times, 2 dc in next st, join with sl st to top of beg ch-2 = 36 dc.

Rnd 4: Ch 2, [dc in next 8 sts, 2 dc in next st] 3 times, dc in next 8 sts, dc in joining st, join with sl st to top of beg ch-2 = 40 dc.

Rnd 5-8: Ch 2, dc in all sts around, join with sl st to top of beg ch-2 = 40 dc.
Note: change the yarn color at rnd 6 if making the hat as shown on photo 1.

Rnd 9-11: Note: change the yarn color if making the hat as shown on photo 1.
Ch 1, sc in all sts, join with sl st in first sc = 40 dc.

Fasten off. Finish off loose ends.
Tie bow as shown on photo 2.


0-3 MONTHS
Note: The hat is worked in rounds.
Ch 3, join with sl st in first ch to form a ring.

Rnd 1: Ch 2 (counts as first dc here and throughout), work 11 more dc in ring, join with sl st to top of beg ch-2 = 12 dc.

Rnd 2: Ch 2, 2 dc (increase made) in each st around, dc in joining st, join with sl st to top of beg ch-2 = 24 dc.

Rnd 3: Ch 2, [2dc in next st, dc in next st] 11times, 2 dc in next st, join with sl st to top of beg ch-2 = 36 dc.

Rnd 4: Ch 2, [dc in next 4 sts, 2dc in next st] 6 times, dc in next 5 sts, dc in joining st, join with sl st to top of beg. ch-2 = 43 dc.

Rnd 5-9: Ch 2, dc in all sts around, join with sl st to top of beg ch-2 =43 dc.
Note: change the yarn color at rnd 7 if making the hat as shown on photo 1.

Rnd 10-12: Note: change the yarn color if making the hat as shown on photo 1.
Ch 1, sc in all sts, join with sl st in first sc = 43 dc.
Fasten off. Finish off loose ends.

Also you can use yarn in different colors to make a hat like this.

Happy Crocheting!!!

Please keep in mind that all rights to this pattern are owned by Daisies Crochet. No part of this pattern or photo may be sold, reproduced, photocopied, or transmitted mechanically, electronically or by any other means. This pattern is for personal use only. Please do not sell items made from this pattern. If you plan on using my material in another blog, we'd be delighted, but please notify us before you do so, and, of course, link back to this. Thank you for understanding!

Crochet baby hat beanie

This hat is very pretty and really easy to make if you love to crochet!

This free pattern was kindly offered by Svetlana (Lanadearg) who loves to knit and crochet, so please visit her shop to see more great patterns!

Finished Size: 5 ½”(14 cm) tall, 6”(15 cm) wide when flat
Note: hat is meant to stretch
Gauge: Rounds 1 – 3 in pattern creates a circle that is 3 ¾” in diameter

Instructions:
Round 1: ch 4, 12 dc in forth ch from hook, sl st in top of beg ch: 12 dc
Round 2: ch 3, 2 dc in each dc around, sl st in top of beg ch-3: 24 dc
Round 3: ch 3, (2 dc in next dc, dc in next dc) around, sl st in top of beg ch-3: 36 dc
Round 4 – 10: ch 3, dc in each dc around, sl st in top of beg ch-3: 36 dc
Finish off.

Pattern by Svetlana (Lanadearg)

Free cross stitch chart "Happy Easter!"

Easter is one of my favorite holidays. Everything is so sunny and fresh and I just love to see the colorful eggs and first blooms on a spring flowers!

I wish to share my love of spring with my friends but some of them live far away. So I am sending them a note, just to let them know I am thinking about them!

Sometimes I am purchasing greeting cards but I am also making them when I have the inspiration and time.

I made this design in the spring of 2009 for some of my friends in England. It is very easy to stitch and you will make it in no time!

You can buy a tri-fold card for your stitching or you can make one yourself (for step by step instructions please visit my blog).

I am always happy to see your finished projects made by my charts. Please send me a photo of your finished card through the conversation at my Etsy shop (AGardenCottage) and I will publish it on my blog!

I am sure your friends will be happy to hear from you this Easter. Please enjoy this complimentary chart and have a wonderful spring!

By Tanya (AGardenCottage)