Raspberry & Teal

Hi Everyone! How have you been? I've been working on a few more patterns. I finally finished the monogram. "R" is for roses. I stitched the monogram on azalea-pink French linen with white silk. Monograms are heirloom pieces that never go out of style. I'll frame this one and add it to my gallery wall. I'm planning on creating a gallery wall with a mix of my own hand stitched pieces, vintage embroidery and Asian embroidery. I love gallery walls but they need to be done right. There are tips and tricks to make them cohesive. Maybe when my gallery wall is finished, I'll be able to snap some decent photos and post them to my Instagram . Yes, I'm back on Instagram. I'm still on the fence about it. If you don't pay for Instagram promotions then no one ever sees your posts. Such is life on social media. I try to update my Instagram on the regular though, whether people see my posts or not. It's fun.

I hoped to add a few more things to the shop last month but life got in the way. You know how that goes. I spend time helping homeless people. I'm trying to devote time to meditative prayer and spiritual reading because it's essential to my life.

Anyway, I'm currently stitching a large pattern now. There's always something in my hoop. This new pattern is a blooming garden rose stitched with raspberry silk on white linen. I love the way raspberry-pink contrasts with the teal in the teacup saucer too (see images above). The color-pop of pink and teal is pretty. Darker colors always ground pink and make it sophisticated. Pink and black will always be a classic too. Coco Chanel knew that.

I'm going to get back to stitching now. I have a large mug of  French-press coffee on my table. Stitching and sipping coffee is a thing on Instagram. Photos of hoops with embroidery and hands holding a coffee mug pop up in my feed very often. I never tire of looking at the coffee and stitching photos. Coffee and stitching is definitely a thing and they do go quite well together.

I'm always happy when a piece of embroidery is framed and ready to hang on the wall. Hand-stitched items really do make a home more soulful, personal and charming. I can't wait to frame my second rose heart pattern. In case you missed it, this rose heart pattern is stitched with raspberry silk on white linen. You can stitch it in your favorite colors. I hope you'll discover the joy of cross stitching. I have fun freebies in my shop with links to teach you how to cross stitch, so please visit and browse for a while. I'd like to thank you all for your support.

Happy Stitching!
xx ~ Jilly 

Paris Pink Heart Pattern

Hi Friends! How was your Thanksgiving? I hope everyone had a peaceful holiday. As usual, my husband, Ellie-beagle and I relaxed and enjoyed good food.

I stitched this Paris Pink Heart Pattern in luminous silk thread on white linen, but you can stitch it in your favorite colors. White embroidery floss on colored linen is nice too. In case you were thinking of a Christmas present for your favorite cross stitcher, the mail order pattern comes prettily packaged with a complimentary needle threader. To learn more about this pattern, visit my shop by clicking here .

I hope you have a peaceful and blessed Christmas! Happy Stitching! 

xx ~ Jilly 

Paris Pink Heart Pattern

Hi Friends! How are you? Fall is my favorite time of year in New England. As the weather is turning colder, I've been busy stitching and designing new patterns for you. My Paris Pink Heart is a sweet pattern to stitch with silk on white linen. The pink silk floss is made by the Needlepoint Inc Company. The floss I chose for this project is bright pink and just gorgeous. The low light of the winter-sun doesn't quite capture the beauty of this bright pink floss in some of the photos. The photo (directly below with the teacup) shows a more accurate color of the pink floss. But as you can see, the pattern looks pretty with light or bright pink floss.  

  

Wintertime means lots of cozy stitching under comfy quilts. Cross stitching calms my soul. A lazy weekend morning with French-press coffee is even better when I know there's something special in my hoop. Silk is my favorite floss to stitch with because it's elegant and beautiful.

I often stitch while watching movies. Have you seen The Beguiled (2017) directed by Sofia Coppola and starring Nicole Kidman and Kirsten Dunst? Onmigosh, it's like viewing a painting. The costumes and set design are full of French-style-southern-gorgeousness. I've watched it many times while stitching up this heart. The movie provided me with endless inspiration for a few more designs too. I plan to offer an alphabet for monogramming soon. Once this heart is back from the frame shop, I'll show it to you. If you've stitched my French Rose Heart, this pattern is a nice complimentary piece. I hope you enjoy this pattern! Happy Stitching! xx ~ Jilly 

Pattern Description:

This pretty heart is inspired by vintage French linens. The pattern is stitched with pink silk floss (or DMC Embroidery Floss) on white linen. You may wish to stitch this heart in your favorite colors. White floss on colored linen is also a nice choice.

The finished size of the heart is approximately 7.5 x 6.5 inches 

Please note: This pattern is available as a instant downloadable PDF and mail order. To learn more about my Paris Pink Heart Pattern please click here or visit my shop. 

Inspiration

Hi Friends!

Sorry I've been MIA for awhile. I'm an advocate on an anti-homelessness task force. Our mission is to promote the humane treatment of homeless individuals through community outreach, networking, free meal programs, emergency shelter, housing, mental health referrals, resume writing tools and supportive services. I'm grateful for my interaction with the poor and the marginalized. They teach me many important things. In the face of insurmountable odds, their resiliency is inspirational. If you live on the North Shore of Boston and you're in need of food then please click on the link: Saint John's Church. 

Thank you for all the lovely photos of your finished cross stitch patterns. You're so creative in the way you make some of the patterns into pincushions and pretty boxes. I love how you put your own spin on my patterns. Thank you for taking the time to send me emails with kind comments too. I am very happy you find peace and joy in my cross stitch patterns. You're an inspiration!

For those who missed it, the French Rose Bouquet pattern is for sale now in my shop: French Rose Bouquet

For those interested in the French monogram pattern, I still haven't heard back from the French company about whether they will wholesale just the pattern. I don't think they're too keen on just selling the pattern. At present, the French monogram is sold only as a kit. If you're interested in the monogram kit, it can be found on their website: French Monogram

I'm always on the hunt for vintage needlework. There are two more pieces coming my way this week. I hope to share them with you soon. I love needlework because it's textural and three dimensional. The walls of my tiny home are filled with my own finished pieces, hoop art and vintage needlework treasures.

I recently purchased a freestyle floral hoop-art piece stitched by the talented Tessa Perlow. She updates her shop on a regular basis.You can view more of her work here: Tessa Perlow

Finally, I'm stitching a small pattern with blooms and a bunny, As usual, I'm stitching this design with silk thread. I hope to offer this petite pattern in my shop soon.  

That's all for now....until next time..happy summer stitching! xx ~ J

French Rose Bouquet

  

Hello Friends! Put the kettle on and get ready for some cozy stitching with my new French Rose Bouquet pattern. I hope to find a pretty vintage frame for this piece.
    
Pattern Description:

French Rose Bouquet 

This pretty, petite rose bouquet is stitched on white linen with hot-pink, sage-green and French-blue silk floss. You can also stitch this pattern in your favorite DMC floss colors. Experience the gentle joy of stitching something with your hands!

Please note: This pattern is only available as an instant downloadable PDF. You will need the free Adobe Reader to view and print the PDF pattern on your home computer. 

Measurements: 

• The finished size of the design area is approximately 4 x 5 inches 

You Will Need:

• 32-Count White Linen made by the Zweigart Company  
• Embroidery Floss (Needlepoint Inc Silk floss colors provided with the pattern)
• Tapestry Needle (available in my shop)
• Embroidery Scissors (available in my shop)
• Embroidery Hoop (available in my shop)

Please visit my SHOP to learn more! 

Happy Stitching!

xx ~ Jilly

French Rose Bouquet © 2016 Designed by Jill Nammar 

Patterns

A quick note to my sweet customers who have stitched more than one pattern. You can easily group the patterns together on a wall or a shelf for maximum impact.

 If you're an embroidery fan interested in learning to cross stitch, check out my stitching tutorial: Ombre Hearts    

Please visit the shop to view more of my for sale patterns and freebies.    

Happy Stitching!
xx ~ Jilly 

New Pattern In Progress

Stitching my next pattern. As usual roses are involved. I can't help myself. ;)

Happy Stitching Everyone!
xx ~ Jilly  

Bunny Love Pattern On Sale Now!

Hi Everyone! Just a quick email to let you know that my Bunny Love cross stitch pattern is on sale now! Stitch it with silk or DMC floss on natural linen. Embellish this sweet design with a genuine pink Swarovski crystal charm or stitch the heart (included on the chart) above the bunnies. The chart is clear. The instructions are easy. It's zen stitching! The pink heart charm is available in my shop too!

Click on the link to visit my shop and view the details! While you're there, you can download a few freebies too!   Bunny Love Pattern

Happy Stitching!

Madame Butterfly Counted Cross Stitch Pattern

Painting By Pauline Palmer

Madame Butterfly is a breeze to stitch. Orchid silk on linen is a lovely combination. There are also many other color combinations that work with this pattern.

The chart comes with a heart to stitch above the butterly. But, I embellished it with a pink crystal charm. The pattern, charm and beading needles are available in my shop. Cross stitch can be sincere and elegant. Simple is often best. I love to pair embroideries with beautiful paintings.

Young Girl Sewing By Renoir

  

Available Now In My Shop! 

Madame Butterfly Cross Stitch Pattern

This pretty pattern of butterflies, roses and hearts is stitched with orchid silk on natural linen. It would look striking done with red silk too. It's meditative to work because it uses one color; Zen-stitching at its best. 

The finished size of the design area is approximately 8 x 7 inches. Embellish it with an optional Swarovski crystal heart and a few beads for flair. The chart comes with a heart to stitch above the butterfly.     

The Pattern Contains:

• Easy to follow chart
• Clear Instructions
• Complete List Of Materials Needed (colors included for DMC Floss)
• Color Photo Of Completed Design 
• Stitching Tips

You Will Need:

• Silk or DMC Embroidery Floss 
• Linen
• Size 26 or 24 Tapestry Needle
• Embroidery Scissors
• Embroidery Hoop
• Optional Swarovski Crystal Charm, Seed Beads And Beading Needle (available in my shop)     

Wholesale orders welcome. Please contact me at sewfrenchembroidery@gmail.com

Madame Butterfly © 2015 Designed by Jill Nammar 

Happy Stitching! xx~ Jilly 

Bunny Love Pattern

Bunny Love Available Now! Click On The Link To Visit My Shop!

Bunny Love 

Pattern Description:

A sweet pattern of bunnies, hearts and roses is stitched on raw linen with silk or DMC Embroidery Floss. It can be worked entirely with white or a mix of white and pink. Instead of the heart and crown above the bunnies, you may wish to embellish this composition with a Swarovski pink crystal heart charm. The crystal charm and beading needle are available in my shop. 

Create a charming piece of hand sewn art. Stitch your stress away while bunnies and hearts flow from your needle.  

Basic Skills Necessary:

• cross stitch

The Pattern Includes:

• Easy to follow chart
• Clear Instructions
• Complete List Of Materials Needed
• Color Photo Of Completed Design 
• Stitching Tips

 Finished Measurements: 

• The finished size of the design area is approximately 6.5 x 6.5 inches

You Will Need:

• 32-Count Raw Linen Made By The Zweigart Company
•  Silk Floss or DMC Embroidery Floss 
• Size 26 or 24 Tapestry Needle
• Embroidery Scissors
• Embroidery Hoop
• Optional Crystal Charm

Happy Stitching! xx ~ Jilly

Bunny Love © 2015 Designed by Jill Nammar. All rights reserved. This pattern is protected by U.S. Copyright laws. No part of this pattern may be reproduced.  

Painting By William Paxton

Natural Linen Monogram

This simple French monogram is from a booklet called ABC aux Ancolies.  The booklet is made up of clear patterns/charts that are easy to stitch. It's from a French company called Rouge du Rhin. Click here to go to their website and purchase it. They ship to the USA. There are many wonderful cross stitch charts and kits created by this company. 

Roses & Tutus

Garland of Roses Pillow

Beautiful French Aubusson Rug

Have you seen the  paintings of Laurence Amelie? They're impressionistic and imaginative. Rachel Ashwell (my muse) is fond of them too. They blend effortlessly with Shabby Chic and French decor. I adore them. I had to share them with you!

Images found on Pinterest. Please visit my boards for more French inspiration.



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