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Tuesday 26 December 2023
Sew Advent 2023

 


Sew Advent 2023 chart is now available to purchase *here* at US$24. The stitch count is 71 x 316 and the model is stitched one over one (although it can be stitched over if you wish) with AVAS silk threads Blanc Optique (DMC B5200) white, AVAS 945 (DMC 498) red and AVAS 226 (DMC 700) green.

Thanks for visiting
Carol

 
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Monday 27 November 2023
Joy to the World - 2023 Christmas freebie







Joy to the World designed and stitched by Meg Peggy Ridyard
Thanks Meg for the lovely design and the beautiful model 



 

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Thursday 28 September 2023
Upcoming SALs

 Just a reminder that we have two SALs in the offing..


For December we have Sew Advent 2023. This SAL runs from Dec 1-24 and comprises of a tiny bite size chart delivered to you daily by email. It is stitched one over one on 32ct spruce blue Belfast linen using AVAS silk threads in white, red and green. The stitch count is 71 x 316 so the finished design will measure 5.8cm (2¼") wide x 25.15cm (9.90") in length. The cost for this SAL is US$22 payable by Paypal.

Starting on January 5 2023 is the Turquoise Band Sampler SAL. This SAL runs for 30 weeks and you will receive a weekly chart every Friday. This Band Sampler is stitched one over one on 80mm (3.15") wide antique white banding but can be stitched on 90mm (3.55") or 100mm (3.95"). The model is stitched on 80mm in AVAS 125. The cost for this SAL is US$30 payable by Paypal.

Both of these SALs can be stitched over two if you wish.

If you are interested in joining either of these SALs (or both) please email me at istitch37@gmail.com for standard information - no obligation.
 
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Wednesday 27 September 2023
Christmas Needleroll 2023

 



*New* release Christmas Needleroll 2023. The stitch count is 69 x 57 and is stitched 1*2 on 40ct white Newcastle linen with AVAS 2926 red (DMC 816), AVAS 2126 green (DMC 895) and DMC white perle cotton 12. Finishing instructions are available  on my Tutorial Blog - link on sidebar. 

This chart can be purchased *here* 
Price: US$10



 
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Tuesday 1 August 2023
Connie Rose Band Sampler

 



iStitch Designs Connie Rose Band Sampler chart is now available to purchase at *here* US$32. It is stitched one over one on 28ct linen banding (80mm, 90mm or 100mm wide) but can also be stitched over 2 on 170mm wide banding. The silk thread is AVAS Soie d'alger 3023 (DMC 3687) and a small colour section using AVAS 3023 (DMC 3687), 1835 (DMC 367) and 3025 (DMC 3350) . It can also be stitched over two threads on 170mm wide banding.  The stitch count is 73 x 985. 

Thanks for visiting
Carol 


 
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Wednesday 28 December 2022
Sew Advent 2022

 




Sew Advent 2022 chart is now available to purchase *here* at US$22. It is stitched one over one on 28ct blue linen banding (50mm) but can also be stitched two over two on the wider (100mm) banding. 

Thanks for visiting
Carol




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Saturday 10 December 2022
iStitch Designs - Christmas Freebie 2022

 



iStitch Designs Christmas 2022 freebie available *here* 



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Friday 18 November 2022
Christmas Needleroll 2022

 




*New* release for November 18 the Christmas Needleroll 2022. The stitch count is 65 x 55 and is stitched 1*2 on 40ct smoke pearl Newcastle linen with AVAS white 4096 (DMC B5200) and AVAS red 941 (DMC 321). Finishing instructions are available  on my Tutorial Blog - link on sidebar. 

This chart can be purchased *here*  for US$10


 
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Sunday 30 October 2022
2022 and 2023 SALs

 

Just a reminder that we have two SALs in the offing..

For December we have Sew Advent 2022. This SAL runs from Dec 1-24 and comprises of a tiny bite size chart delivered to you daily by email. It is stitched on 50mm (2") wide 28ct blue banding using AVAS silk threads in red, white, green, gold and brown. The stitch count is 29 x 430 so the finished design will measure 2½cm(1") wide x 39cm (15½") in length. The cost for this SAL is US$20 payable by Paypal.

Starting on January 6 2023 is the Connie Rose Band Sampler SAL. This SAL runs for 30 weeks and you will receive a weekly chart every Friday. This Band Sampler is stitched on 80mm (3.15") wide antique white banding but can be stitched on 90mm (3.55") or 100mm (3.95"). The model is stitched on 80mm. The main colour is AVAS 3023 but there is small colour section towards the bottom using a darker pink, a green and, of course, the pink. The cost for this SAL is US$30 payable by Paypal.

If you are interested in joining either of these SALs (or both) please email me at istitch37@gmail.com for standard information - no obligation.

The twins are celebrating their second birthday today - Happy Birthday Connie and Henry ❤️💙




 
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Saturday 3 September 2022
Sew Advent 2022 SAL

 


The above picture shows some of the materials needed for the Sew Advent 2022 SAL as supplied by Steekjes & Kruisjes *here* where you can purchase either a complete kit for this project or buy the individual items  Registration is now open for this SAL which runs from dec 1 to 24. Each day you will received a small bite size chart to stitch and, if you keep up, you will have a finished piece in time for Christmas. It is stitched one over one on 50mm wide blue banding (28ct) although, if you prefer you can stitch over two on a wider (100mm) banding. There s a Facebook group for iStitch Designs *here*  where progress will be posted. The silk threads are by Au Ver a one but DM threads can be used. Spools to fit the banding area also available. 

The price for this SAL is US$20. Please email me for standard information (no obligation) and to register at istitch37@gmail.com 

Thanks for visiting

Carol



 
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Friday 29 July 2022
Denim Band Sampler


iStitch Designs Denim Band Sampler chart is now available to purchase *here*  at US$32. It is stitched one over one on 28ct linen banding (80mm, 90mm or 100mm wide) but can also be stitched over 2 on 170mm wide banding. The silk thread us AVAS Soie d'alger 1714. The stitch count is 73 x 985 

Thanks for visiting
Carol 


 
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Thursday 13 January 2022




*New*  Released on January 13 2022 a Sampler Needleroll and a small sampler.  The stitch count is 90 x 60. The needleroll is stitched 1*2 on 40ct white linen with AVAS 1715 (DMC 312). The sampler is stitched 1*2 on white 36ct linen with AVAS 2926 (DMC 814).  Finishing instructions for both projects are available on my Tutorials Blog - link on sidebar.

This chart can be purchased *here* at US$10

 

 
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Tuesday 28 December 2021
Some Quickies

 




I ran out of stitching time so decided to do some quickie ornaments using felt, Christmas buttons, beads and hand-twisted cord. I did stitch the name plates on the backs. I thought they turned out quite nice and they were well received. 

I take this opportunity of wish all my readers a Happy New Year.
Carol



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Sunday 26 December 2021
Sew Advent 2021

 



Sew Advent 2021 chart is now available to purchase *here* at US$22. It is stitched one over one on 28ct linen banding (50mm) but can also be stitched two over two on the wider (100mm) banding. 

Thanks for visiting
Carol

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Monday 6 December 2021
First Christmas





First Christmas - this was designed for my twin great grandchildren, Connie and Henry. It is stitched 1*2 on 40ct white Newcastle linen with DMC threads. The stitch count is 41 x 60. Full upper case and lower case alphabets included for personalisation 

You will receive a pdf file with a colour picture/frontsheet - available *here* 

Price: US$9




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Friday 15 October 2021


 The above picture shows the materials needed for the Sew Advent 2021 SAL as supplied by Steekjes & Kruisjes  *here* Although you will find this site is in Dutch (soon to be in English too) it is easy enough to order by emailing them. 

Registration is now open for this SAL which runs from December 1 to 24. Each day you will receive a small bite size chart to stitch and, if you keep up, you will  have a finished piece in time for Christmas. It is stitched one over one on 50mm wide banding (28ct) although, if you prefer you can stitch over two on a wider (100mm) banding. There is a Facebook group for iStitch Designs *here* where progress will be posted. The silk threads used are by Au Ver a Soie but DMC colours can be used. Spools to fit the banding are also available. 

The price for this SAL is US$18. Please email me for standard information and to register at istitch37@gmail.com 

Thanks for visiting

Take care and be safe - Carol

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Saturday 31 July 2021
Jade Band Sampler

 



The Jade Band Sampler chart is now available to purchase *here* at US$32. It is stitched one over one on 28ct linen banding (100mm wide) but can also be stitched two over two on the wider (170mm) banding. The silk thread is AVAS Soie d'alger 205. The stitch count is 73 x 985


Thanks for visiting and be safe
Carol



 
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Monday 5 July 2021
SALs

 

Two new SALs from iStitch Designs: 


 1. Sew Advent SAL 2021 which runs from Dec 1-24. A standard information sheet is being prepared and will be supplied on registration. This is a very small daily stitch and, if you keep up, you will have a finished piece by Christmas Day. Price: US$18 

 2. Denim Band Sampler SAL 2022. This SAL starts on the first Friday in January 2022. It is stitched 1*1 on 28ct linen banding with AVAS 1714 silk thread. This has the same stitch count as Blue Band Sampler, Red Band Sampler, Black Band Sampler, Amethyste Band Sampler and the current SAL Jade Band Sampler - 73 x 985. Price: US$30

If you are interested in any of the above please email me at istitch37@mail.com Registration is now open with invoices being sent out in later in the year. 

Jade Band Sampler is the ongoing SAL. We are on Week 26 of a 30 week SAL. If you are interested in joining at even this late stage - please email me. The pattern will be available as a whole after the SAL is finished.


 
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Sunday 29 November 2020
iStitch Designs - Christmas freebie 2020




Here is my Christmas freebie 2020 stitch and finished by the very talented Carol S  Thank you Carol





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Friday 18 September 2020
iStitch Designs - Christmas Needleroll 2020

 


New from iStitch Designs - Christmas Needleroll 2020  stitched 1*2 on 40ct white Newcastle linen with AVAS 2924 and embellished with tiny silver Delica beads and a silver charm. The stitch count is 65 x 44

Finishing instructions are available on my Tutorials Blog - see sidebar

This design is available *here*  or by clicking on the CHARTS button on the sidebar

Thanks for visiting

Be safe - Carol



 
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Saturday 4 July 2020
Burgundy Band Sampler




The Burgundy Band Sampler chart is now available to purchase *here*  at US$30. It is stitched one over one on 28ct linen banding (100mm wide) but can also be stitched two over two on the wider (170mm) banding. The silk thread is AVAS soie d'alger 2926. The stitch count is 73 x 985

Thanks for visiting and be safe
Carol


 
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Wednesday 1 July 2020
Burgundy Band Sampler
Coming soon



The Burgundy Band Sampler SAL finishes this Friday and the chart will be available after the weekend. It is stitched one over one on 28ct 100mm wide linen banding with AVAS 2926. It is also possible to stitch this over two on the wider 170mm banding. The stitch count is 73 x 985. 

I am taking pre-orders now so please email me at istitch37@gmail.com   The price is US$30

Be safe 
Carol


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Sunday 19 January 2020
My book of the year 2019




This is Book 1 of a series of 3 from the very talented Gordon Wallis - buy it - read it. In fact buy the boxed set - Books 1-3. The most gripping books I have read in a long time.

 "Ex soldier Jason Green was depressed and had been drinking far too much. The endless London winter had been bitterly cold. The freelance insurance fraud work was mundane, but this changes early on a frozen February morning.

The wealthy client was desperate.

Just how was his high flying young son making so much money?

It sounded like a dream assignment. An escape from the city and a bit of travel.

And for a while it was.

But on an idyllic island utopia, someone is watching, and a dangerous criminal cartel operates quietly in the shadows.

As Green digs deeper he uncovers the truth, but a series of unfortunate events occur. Events far beyond his control. Events that result in unspeakable violence and horror. 

The cartel must be stopped, but who will be the next to die?

The action builds to a frenzy in this gripping 1st in series page turner and the profoundly shocking finale will stay in your mind for a long time. 

A very, very long time..."


 
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Tuesday 24 December 2019
iStitch Designs - Sew Advent 2019









From iStitch Designs - Sew Advent 2019. This was this year's SAL which has just finished. The stitch count is 146W x 50H; the model is stitched 1*2 on white 40ct linen with NPI silk threads in 991B(white)(DMC B5200), 973(brown)(DMC 3021), 406 (green)(DMC 895) and 504 (red)(DMC 895). The four-sided stitch edging is done with no 12 DMC white perle cotton. 

The chart is now available to purchase *here* at $17

The cube ornaments are made from this same chart stitching on 30ct Brussels linen and the pillow ornament using 40ct linen. I will be preparing a finishing tutorial for the cube later. 

I wish all my readers a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Carol


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Sunday 6 October 2019
Burgundy Band Sampler 2020 SAL





Burgundy Band Sampler 2020 SAL - This is a 28 week SAL which starts on January 3. The charts will be sent out every Friday and the sections are quite do-able and leave time for your other stitching. Please note that this does not have to be stitched on banding and can be stitched in any colour thread of your choice. 

The cost of this SAL is US$27 and covers Parts 1 & 2 (and a bonus chart) and is payable by Paypal.

This 100mm wide banding can be obtained from Marijke *here* you will need to purchase 100cm to complete the sampler. If you have difficulty with the site being in Dutch just email Marijke at ateliersteekjesenkruisjes@gmail.com  explain you are joining iStitch Designs Burgundy Band Sampler 2020 SAL and giving her your address and PayPal address. She will then work out mailing costs and send you an invoice. She speaks/writes in excellent English. I understand it is available from Sassy Jacks too.

I used AVAS soie d’alger 2926 (6 skeins) but you can, of course, stitch this band is any colour/threads of your choice. 

The above picture only shows a section of Part 1.

There are two iStitch Designs Facebook pages - one just a general iStitch Designs *here* but there is also an iStitch Designs Burgundy Band Sampler SAL page *here*  this is currently called the Amethyste Band Sampler SAL but will change once the new SAL starts. You are welcome to join either one or both. They are closed groups but easy enough to join. 

If you have any questions - please do not hesitate to ask. Just email me - my email address can be found on my profile.


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Tuesday 27 August 2019
Amethyste Band Sampler






iStitch Designs Amethyste Band Sampler - originally sold as a SAL and is now released for general sale. It is stitched 1 over 1 on a a narrow natural linen banding (28ct) with AVAS Soie d'alger 3324 and 3325. It can, of course, be stitched in any colour on any type of fabric. 

If you are interested in this design please go *here*  or click on 'iStitch Designs' on the sidebar.

There are some wonderful versions of this Sampler on the iStitch Designs Facebook page.

Thanks for visiting
Take care
Carol

 
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Thursday 15 August 2019
iStitch Designs Raffle
*EDITED* This raffle was drawn on September 7 and the winners were:

1st Prize - Linda Daelemans
2nd Prize - Hieke Biesheuvel




These are the prizes for the iStitch Designs Raffle being held in conjunction with the Burgundy Band Sampler SAL which start the first Friday in January 2020. 1st prize is a complete kit to stitch this project - weekly charts, banding, 6 skeins of the AVAS silk threads and a beautiful cherry wood spool custom made to fit the banding. 2nd prize is a French glass frog - just right to display your scissors!  If you want to join this SAL please email me (you can find my email address under my Profile). The Raffle will be drawn the first week in September. 

 Thanks for visiting
Take care
Carol

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Tuesday 30 July 2019
SALs

Two new SALs from iStitch Designs:

1.  Sew Advent SAL 2019 which runs from Dec 1-24. It is stitched 1*2 on 40ct white Newcastle linen with NPI silk threads 504, 406, 973 and DMC white perle cotton 12 for the four-sided stitch surround. This is a very small daily stitch and, if you keep up, you will have a finished piece by Christmas Day. Price: US$15

2. Burgundy Band Sampler SAL 2020. This SAL starts on the first Friday in January 2020. It is stitched 1*1 on 28ct linen banding with AVAS 2915 silk thread. This has the same stitch count as Blue Band Sampler, Red Band Sampler, Black Band Sampler and the ongoing SAL Amethyste Band Sampler - 73 x 985. Price: US$27

Spools are available to order at US$22 plus tracked shipping of $18 (1 or 2) or $22 (3 or 4). They come in 3 sizes 80mm, 90mm and 100mm and in two colours light and dark. 

There is also a raffle to win a complete kit for the Burgundy Band Sampler  - the pattern, the banding, silk threads and a spool and to include postage. Price: $15 


If you are interested in any of the above please email me - my email address can be found on my Profile. Registration is now open with invoices and information email being sent out in August. 


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Tuesday 23 July 2019
iStitch Designs - Christmas Needleroll 2019




New from iStitch Designs - Christmas Needleroll 2019 stitched 1*2 on 40ct white Newcastle linen with AVAS 2925 (DMC 815 and AVAS 1845 (DMC 319) and embellish with tiny silver beads. The stitch count is 61 x 47

Finishing instructions are available on my Tutorials Blog (see sidebar)

This design is available *here* or by clicking on the CHARTS button on the sidebar

Thanks for visiting
Take care
Carol





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Monday 15 April 2019
Easter 2019


There is a small Easter freebie on iStitch Designs blog *here* 

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Sunday 20 January 2019
iStitch Designs - Black Band Sampler




iStitch Designs Black Band Sampler - originally sold as a SAL and is now released for general sale. It is stitched 1 over 1 on a pretty hole-edged natural linen banding (28ct) with NPI silk threads in black and red. It can, of course, be stitched in any colour on any type of fabric. 

If you are interested in this design please go *here* or click on 'iStitch Designs' on the sidebar.

There are some wonderful version of this Sampler on the iStitch Designs Facebook page.

Thanks for visiting
Take care
Carol






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Friday 18 January 2019
iStitch Designs - Mini Band Sampler II




New release from iStitch Designs - Mini Band Sampler II - the second in a series of samplers to fit inside a Tim Holtz locket. This was stitched one thread over one linen thread on 40ct linen dyed with walnut ink with AVAS Soie Surfine 109. The stitch count is 29 x 190. This new design is now available *here* or by clicking on iStitch Designs on the sidebar

Thanks for visiting
Take care
Carol



 
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Saturday 29 December 2018
Amethyste Band Sampler SAL 2019





Amethyste Band Sampler SAL - This is a 28 week SAL which starts in mid February. The charts will be sent out every Friday and the sections are quite do-able and leave time for your other stitching. Please note that this does not have to be stitched on banding and can be stitched in any colour thread of your choice. 

The cost of this SAL is US$27 and covers Parts 1 & 2 (and a bonus chart) and is payable by Paypal.

This 90mm wide banding can be obtained from Marijke at https://www.ateliersteekjesenkruisjes.nl/c-4651097/amethyste-band-sampler-sal/?fbclid=IwAR01-OQm095z27u-X1Ya7OsNQtQxcRGOI1BpF_TyQR9rDcupxNuih-JQL60  you will need to purchase 100cm to complete the sampler. If you have difficulty with the site being in Dutch just email Marijke at ateliersteekjesenkruisjes@gmail.com  explain you are joining iStitch Designs Amethyste Band Sampler SAL and giving her your address and PayPal address. She will then work out mailing costs and send you an invoice. She speaks/writes in excellent English. I understand it is available from Sassy Jacks too.

I used two shades of AVAS soie d’alger 3324 (5 skeins) and 3325 (1 skein) but you can, of course, stitch this band is any colour/threads of your choice. 

The above picture only shows a section of Part 1.

There are two iStitch Designs Facebook pages - one just a general iStitch Designs https://www.facebook.com/groups/1390006281256054/ but there is also an iStitch Designs Red Band Sampler SAL page https://www.facebook.com/groups/187296105090617/  You are welcome to join either one or both. They are closed groups but easy enough to join. 

If you have any questions - please do not hesitate to ask. Just email me - my email address can be found on my profile.


 

 
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Sunday 25 November 2018
iStitch Designs - Christmas Freebie 2018





Here is my Christmas 2018 freebie beautifully stitched and finished once again by the lovely Carol S
Thank you Carol for stitching such a lovely ornament and love that you have snow to produce such a great picture!






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Thursday 27 September 2018
iStitch Designs - Christmas Needleroll



*NEW* from iStitch Designs - a Christmas Needleroll 2018. This is stitched 1*2 on 40ct Newcastle white linen with NPI silk threads in 448 and 404 and DMC silver thread and embellished with tiny red beads for the holly berries. There will be a finishing tutorial shortly on my Tutorials blog.

This design is available *here* or by clicking on the CHARTS button on the sidebar

Thanks for visiting
Take care
Carol 
 
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Friday 7 September 2018
iStitch Designs - Mini Band Sampler







New release from iStitch Designs! This Mini Band was designed to fit inside a Tim Holtz Locket book. The blue model was stitched on 40ct white linen with AVAS Soie Surfine 2652 and the red model on 40 antique white linen with AVAS Soie Surfine 109. Both models are stitched one thread over one linen thread. The stitch count is 29 x 190. This new design is available *here* 
 or by clicking on the CHARTS button on the sidebar.


Thanks for visiting
Take care
Carol 




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