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Latest News: needlework patterns Last updated January 27th 2012
Don't forget to sign up for our newsletter (see above) to get our latest news!
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Happy Mother's Day with Faby Reilly!
There are now 4 beautiful cards in Faby Reilly's exquisite flower series. These cards are designed for Mother's day but if you feel confident enough to compose your own texts, you could reuse them for Birthday cards too!
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It's never too early to start stitching for Christmas
Especially with these darling motifs by Faby Reilly! The are 16 in total (4 sets of 4). They are the size of a large gift tag but are also ideal for many other projects such as cards, menus, ornaments and many more!
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A cosy home, a happy heart
Here are two new patterns from designer Gail Bussi (Rosebud lane). We like the way she focuses on the simple joys of life.
You'll enjoy stitching both pieces which involve a little bit of challenge (check out those intricate lace-lake doilies) but extremely rewarding once completed. The "little love nest" will make a lovely housewarming present for a young couple or family.
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Marie-Anne Réthoret-Melin - Spring in the garden Biscornu
As featured in The World of cross stitching 187
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Spring in the garden Biscornu |
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Counted cross stitch pattern by Marie-Anne Réthoret-Mélin |
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"Great ideas for mother's day:
If your mother loves pretty little trinkets or stitching accessories, then she's sure to adore this gorgeous 'Spring in the garden' biscornu design."
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New pattern from Gracewood stitches
For her new design entitled Hope, designer Kathy Bungard has drawn her inspiration from a poem by William Cowper, selecting a beautiful extract "Sometime a light surprises". We like the way she transposed the words and ideas of the poem into colors and shapes.
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New "white lace" patterns
We are offering some exciting new patterns in the exquisite White lace line designed by Agnès Delage-Calvet. Some of you may already be familiar with her popular Lace borders sampler. She is now offering a fantastic Lace alphabet sampler, perfect for any stitcher looking for a bit of challenge and sure to become one of your heirloom pieces!
If you've got less time and patience, the Lace pinkeep is for you or you could make multiple small gifts for your friends with the Alphabet bookmark and minilace motifs.
>> see all patterns in the Lace effect series
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A new passerollo has arrived!
Bird watchers look out: there's a new passerollo out there, with the most beautiful plumage and expressive eyes: the latest addition to Alessandra Adelaide's amazing fantasy world.
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Like pearls of dew
Love patiently woven , like pearls of dew caught in a spider web... A powerful and expressive image to stitch for your loved one.
>> see more patterns expressing love (all designers)
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Summer in the Alps
Let you needle take you to the Alps this summer with plenty of lovely motifs to stitch in this charming design by Marie-Anne Réthoret-Mélin. We absolutely love the cows!
>> more mountain patterns (all designers)
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Stitch a Winter Wonderland with Sylvie Teytaud
Sylvie Teytaud is back with here amazing pallet of colors and cute and cheerful little characters. This is an amazing piece to stitch for a little girl's bedroom and you can personalize it too!
>> see all of Sylvie Teytaud's fairies
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Designer in the news
Sylvie Teytaud - Snowdrop fairy
As featured in The World of cross stitching 185
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White Fairies collection: Snowdrop fairy |
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Counted cross stitch pattern by Sylvie Teytaud |
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"Despite its simplicity, this design has a graceful charm, sure to warm the heart of a stitcher as the first flowers of spring start to appear. It is part of a series of flower fairies, including edelweiss, hyacinth and Christmas rose." |
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New free tutorial
With the White lace pinkeep comes a new free tutorial, with some tips on handling the tricky circle-shaped objects (centering the patterns while working from the back is not easy!).
And there's much more on Creative Poppy's website. Check out our stitcher resource page with all our free downloadable tutorials.
Note: we offer free access to these download as a service to our customers, but please do not post these files onto any other website. If you'd like to tell a friend, simply send them a link so they can have access too.
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Finishing idea: Eat the chocolate but don't through away the box!
Have you received any lovely boxes filled with treats recently? Make sure you save the boxes and reuse them for making small gifts of your own (you can fill them with home made goodies too!).
All you need to do is cut out an extra piece of cardboard or foamboard the size of the existing lid. Add padding and cover, using the same technique as above, then glue onto the lid. Hide the sides with trimming, lace or ribbon.
The Alphabet bookmark and mini lace motif (pictured right) is perfect for stitching a personalized cover.
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Welcoming a new designer: Kathy Bungard of Gracewood Stitches!
We'd like to introduce you to Gracewood Stitches, patterns that are full of poetic charm, designed by Kathy Bungard.
Kathy is in no hurry. She lives with the seasons, surrounded by wild nature (she's currently snowed in!) and her mind is full of poetic thoughts and images that she beautifully translates into cross stitch. Take you time to look at each of these designs, they all have a little story to tell...
>> see all patterns by Gracewood Stitches
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Whoo, Whoo...Can you spot the little owl?
Every tiny motif of this Christmas landscape is a delight to stitch.
Just in time for the holiday season, a new pattern by Chouett'alors including of course her favorite animal: the little owl!
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Patterns galore for Christmas needlework projects
Check out Perrette Samouiloff's latest pattern booklet: It features a combination of seven motifs that can be used for making needlework accessories in a variety of shapes such as scissor cases, scissor fobs and pincushions. Unlike most biscornu patterns where the pattern is repeated in the four corners, three of these patterns are designed to work along the diagonal of the square, so they can be used for making any cone-shaped objects such as scissor cases but also Christmas ornaments (see next topic below).
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 New shape idea: fill your Christmas ornaments with goodies
Try these cone-shaped hanging ornaments that can be filled with little surprises and hung on your tree. They work pretty much the same way as making a scissor case, except that you do not fold back the flap. These ornaments are really refined and pretty with a matching lining inside the cone - yet they are very easy to make, starting with a simple square, that is lined and then folded and slipstitched at the back. You'll have fun adding the jinglebells, pearl ornaments or tassels to the tapered end too.
The patterns by Perrette Samouiloff above are perfect for this shape, as well as any biscornu pattern that looks good diagonally.
>> see all Christmas ornaments
>> see all Christmas biscornu patterns
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Here comes the perfect companion to Rudolf the reindeer!
There are now a total a four lovely Christmas ornaments in Faby Reilly's pendant collection. The ornaments have three sides and are stitched all on one piece of fabric, then assembled and given shape using the whipstitch (biscornu) method. Detailed instructions are included with the free tutorial.
There are also some cute Christmas cards now available in the "Petite Faby" collection. Ideal for a mother (or grand mother) / daughter project and spending quality time together.
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We love our planet and we mean it!
Now you can spread the message ... in stitches with Barbara Ana's poetic "nature's beauty" ornament. The humbug shape comes with it's own tutorial.
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Happy ... Howl-adays!
Trust Barbara Ana to want to have some fun! Where does she find this incredible sense of humor and creativity? Here are some cute Christmas ornaments for embroidery scissors, full of great detail to stitch and they make fantastic gifts too!
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New - quick to stitch - gift idea
Why not stitch this pretty potholder set? They are quick to stitch and easy to mount, especially if stitched on linen Aida, as designer Marie-Anne Réthorêt suggests. You might want to stitch a whole series, in different colors, for each of your friends and a set for yourself too!
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Warm wishes to cross stitch for everyone you love
Marie-Anne Réthorêt has a kind and warm heart, when you know her as a person, and it shows in her designs too. These two new ornaments come with thoughtful wishes for the ones you love.
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Watch out for Rudolf!
He's back as cute as ever, embellishing Faby Reilly's latest pendant ornament. A really interesting shape to stitch (all in one piece) before you get to join the three sides and the diamond shaped pendant takes form.
>> see all of Faby Reilly's Christmas ornaments
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Great stocking fillers ideas: new lavender sachets to stitch
Faby Reilly brings us some of the most refined needlework projects, always thought through into the tiniest detail. Her lovely lavender bags come, as usual, with very detailed step-by-step instructions for mounting the bag.
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Intricate Blackwork biscornus
Pick some colorful needlework fabric and try out some of Tam's Creations fine winter biscornus. They each come with a different theme. Our favorite one has a tiny glove and woolly hat motif!
Barnipatches and Pussinpatches: quite an impressive pair!
We love it each time one of our designers comes out with something strikingly different and explores new territory. Here's an impressive feat by Tams' Creations. Check close and you will see tiny shapes like heart and flower motifs. Take a step back and Barnipatches and Pussinpatches come to life!
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Hey, looks like we've got visitors!
Look who's coming to town! Well it seems that Santa Paws is more than willing to help out this year.... Catch the spirit of Christmas with this fun piece designed by Gail Bussi in delicate subdued colors and fine detail.
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And then there's Santa taking a stroll in his garden... a beautiful project with some interesting stitches.
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Faby Reilly - Mistletoe Humbug
As featured in Cross stitch Crazy 158 - December issue
  Faby Reilly - Mistletoe Humbug
Chart choice page 75: "Just one look at this little humbug will put you in the mood for Christmas! Stitched in rich green and metallic gold thread, this little hanging will add a touch of luxury to your home, as it hangs on the tree for the whole family to admire."
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Faby Reilly - Christmas Biscornu
As featured in The World of Cross stitch N. 183, Christmas issue
  Faby Reilly - Christmas Biscornu
"As biscornus can be any size, they are versatile ornaments that you can hang on the tree, scatter on the mantlepiece or use as table centerpieces. Pretty pointsettias adorn this 'Christmas biscornu' design."
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Faby Reilly - Christmas pendeloque
As featured in Cross stitch Crazy 157 - Christmas issue
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Christmas ornaments: simplicity and style
Forget about the bling. The new trend in Christmas decoration is towards simplicity and nature. Nothing exemplifies this better than the latest ornaments designed by Perrette Samouiloff. Using natural materials such as raw linen and wooden beads as a base, she has added lovely stitched details in a refined range of garnet floss and a lovely satin ribbon tassel.
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 Everything Christmas
With Christmas the favorite subjects of designers and stitchers alike, our Xmas pages were starting to be pretty busy. To help you narrow down your research, we have now sorted all special projects into their own categories. We hope this will help you find your perfect project!
>> Christmas ornaments
>> Christmas cards
>> Christmas welcome banners
>> Christmas projects (advent calendars, table mats and decoration, tree skirt, etc.)
and still of course:
>> all other Christmas patterns
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Teach a kid to cross stitch!
With "Petite Faby", a new series of patterns by Faby Reilly, you'll get the little titches stitching! The designer has tested these patterns by teaching her own daughter to stitch. The chart has child friendly and fun instructions and - as with every project by Faby Reilly - the project is beautifully laid out with thorough explanations and step by step pictures.
If you like to teach a friend to cross stitch, you might want to visit our section containing easy charts for beginners:
>> patterns for beginners
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Just in time for Halloween: Spookiest cross stitch alphabet ever!
Greet any one knocking on your door on Halloween night with a "welcome message" stitched in the spookiest alphabet ever designed for cross stitch! Here's the most amazing "Gothic Rock" alphabet pattern , complete with guitars, skulls, snakes, spiders et al. that will send shivers up the spine of your guests! A design by the very creative Maria Diaz.
>> see all Halloween patterns
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Great finishing ideas: Miniature shaker needlebook
Thanks so much to Patricia F. for sharing this picture.
She has done an amazing job of stitching two of Barbara Ana's shaker patterns, over one thread, on navy Blue Zweigart Lugana evenweave. The stitched piece was then mounted into a needlebook that measures only 2 1/8 inch x 3 3/8 inch. Extra pages were added inside the book for storing needles. This is an extraordinary piece!
 
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Welcome to Gail Bussi and Rosebud Lane designs
We are delighted to welcome a new designer some of
you may well know as she has already published in numerous magazines as well as several books. Gail Bussi is now launching a new collection of patterns under the "Rosebud Lane" signature, that will be published through Creative Poppy's website.
Gail Bussi is a very talented designer with years of experience with color as you will see from her exquisite and rich palettes. Her patterns are intricate with a lot of attention to detail which make them very rewarding to stitch.
Many of Gail Bussi's patterns include charming quotes. We hope you will enjoy them as much as we do!
>> see all new patterns by Gail Bussi, Rosebud Lane
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Creative Poppy designers in the news
Chouett'alors - Witches' cauldron
As featured in The World of Cross stitching N 182, November 2011
.jpg)  Chouett'alors - Witches' cauldron
"Glow-in-the-dark: You'll get to use an eerie fluorescent green thread in this "Witch's cauldron" stitch designed by Chouett'alors. Stitched on black Aida, we thing it's terrifically terrifying".
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Tams Creations - Funky Pencil case
As featured in Cross stitch Crazy N156, November 2011
  Tams Creations - Funky Pencil case
"Q: I'd like to stitch a special gift for my daughter as she's off to university soon.
A: I think your daughter will like the Funky pencil case from Tams Creations. It's stitched in bright thread and embellished with beads and fun fur yarn, so it will certainly be a memorable present!"
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Marie-Anne Rethoret-Mélin - Kitchen
As featured in Cross stitch Crazy N156, November 2011
 Marie-Anne Rethoret-Mélin - Kitchen (Editor's choice)
"Country charm: this simple yet beautiful design is worked in whole stitches to create a wonderful striking finish. DMC Color Variations is used to add interest to the design which you can stitch in your choice of blue or red thread."
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Back to school with Maria Diaz
Here are 3 new patterns that are perfect for children of school age, in particular those heading there for the first time! The chalkboard alphabet is awesome and we are sure it will inspire many unique projects (check out our tips for stitching on black Aida).
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Stitchers' treats for Halloween
Here's the latest pattern by Barbara Ana, a real cutie of a scissor fob with a fun Halloween theme. We just love the little black and purple laced boots! It matches the Owl-o-ween scissor fob that came out not long ago and the bootscornu (makes a handy pincushion).
Why not treat yourself and your friends to a few Halloween treats (like scissor fobs and biscornu pincushions)? There's no reason after all that just the kids should have fun!
More Halloween treats:
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New flower patterns by Faby Reilly
She has done it again! Designer Faby Reilly shows a huge talent in depicting even the simplest, most humble flower. We love the warm yellow tones of the buttercup petals, enriched with tiny gold beads. And what about the more exotic lotus flower with its warm pink (almost a touch of orange there) cup-like petals?
Last but not least, the popular Plum design is now available as a bookmark. These are all great projects and gift ideas to choose from.
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Creative Poppy designers in the news
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Maria Diaz - Teapot collection
As featured in Cross stitch Crazy N 155, October 2011
  Maria Diaz - Teapot collection
"Fans of Crazy designer Maria Diaz must-stitch charts will be pleased to see that she's now designing sweet charts for Creative Poppy. Stitch one of the teapots to make a lovely coaster of keyring, or stitch all 14 pretty little teapot to make a wonderful sampler"
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Barbara Ana - Halloween ornament
As featured in Cross stitch Crazy N 155, October 2011
.jpg) Barbara Ana - Halloween ornies
"Q: Can you tell me what an ornie is?
A: Ornie is simply short for ornament. You can download the Barbara Ana Halloween Ornament from www.creativepoppy.com . Stitch the four mini designs as decorations or coasters."
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Faby Reilly - Plum Orchid Needlebook
As featured in The World of Cross stitching N180, September 2011
  Plum Orchid Needlebook
"For a very special gift, why not stitch this beautiful 'plum orchid needlebook' designed by Faby Reilly? The chart comes with thorough instructions to help you make it up and if you find you're itching for more, there's a matching scissor case too"
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Chouett'alors - Car keys Keyring
As featured in Cross stitch Crazy N 154 - September 2011
 Chouett'alors - Car keys Keyring
"Q: My best friend has just passed her driving test. Do you know a gift I might stitch to celebrate her achievement?
A: What about the "Chouett'alors Car Keys keyring?: It's small, is worked using whole stitches and uses just one color so you might like to try variegated cotton or match the color of your friend's car"
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Ducks wandering... into the bathroom!
Check out Perrette Samouiloff's latest design, a series of cute little ducks heading straight for your bathroom.
There is one design for each size of bathtowel (bath towel, hand towel and guest towel) and there is even an extra border pattern that you can stitch on a pouch or toiletries bag to make a matching set. These pretty patterns are monochrome and can be stitched on any color towel using any of your variegated (but colofast!) favorite floss colors.
>> see all patterns designed for Bathroom towels
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Paradise lost
This new design arrived with a little note from Barbara Ana: "I hope you like this pattern, I'm quite fascinated with Adam and Eve lately".
We find it really interesting to see a modern interpretation of an age old subject that has fascinated stitchers in the past - and still does today!
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For a romantic wedding
Looking for a really exciting gift for a friend who's planning her wedding? Check out this new design by Faby Reilly, a charming garter that comes with it's gift tag.
There is also a matching pattern for Wedding ring cushion (sold separately).
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What's baking in Sylvie's kitchen?
The elves are back and as busy as ever. Doesn't it smell nice? Don't these patisseries look delicious?
A great new design by the talented Sylvie Teytaud.
To match this pattern, you many also want to stitch the colorful "Ready for Breakfast" series, a sure way to start the day in a cheerful mood!
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Finishing ideas
We received this beautiful picture from Jane W. It is a reinterpretation of Marie-Anne Réthoret-Mélin's
Red monochrome Scissor and Needlecase pattern and her matching Biscornu pincushion.
This time however the Red DMC variations threads was substituted with a hand dyed floss, Cottage Garden Threads 'Damask Rose'.The result is stunning, with a very delicate balance of light brown and pink produced by the thread. There's a lovely tassel too, also with a mix of the two colors.
The fun with monochrome patterns like this one is that you can really play around with fabrics and colors and make your piece unique. Congratulations, Jane, and Thank you so much for sharing your photo with us.
>> see more finishing ideas shared by stitchers
If you would like to share a photo of your stitched piece, as well as ideas for finishing projects, please feel free to use our contact form and select "I'd like to share my photo"
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Inspire me: a fantastic source of inspiration for stitching
Check out INSPIRE ME! , a new page where you will have access to every pattern and topic we have discussed on Creative Poppy's website. You can access that page in the left hand column, at the end of the the catalogue. We hope you will find a lot of inspiration for your needlework projects here!
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A visit to the zoo
It's worth checking out this zoo pattern that has many amusing and fine features. The animals are rendered in great detail, especially all the birds. This pattern designed by Perrette Samouiloff is available both in a large and smaller format.
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Pattern Finder |
A great source of Inspiration
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Red monochrome patterns
Nursery rhymes to stitch
Tweet biscornu by Barbara Ana
Fun project: A recipe book cover
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Faby Reilly - Christmas pendeloque
Faby Reilly - Plum orchid Biscornu
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New passerollo by Alessandra Adelaide
Winter tales with Sylvie Teytaud
Express your love in stitches
Easter bunnies , great fun to stitch
Welcoming Kathy Bungard of Gracewood Stitches
Love our planet
Striking "patchworl" effects by Tam's Creations
New Lavender bags make great gifts to stitch
More gift ideas: stitch a set of kitchen potholders
Teach a kid to cross stitch with "Petite Faby"
