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SITUATION IN UKRAINE: Due to the war, and the gruesome situation in designer's home town, we are providing as much support as possible, and are donating an extra $1 for each pattern sold through Creative Poppy's website. You can help too by spreading the word about Kateryna's designs. Thank you! |
Cross stitch - the slavic way
One of the most amazing things about cross stitch, is that it is an activity beloved the world over. We cannot think of a country where there aren't any stitchers passionately working on their projects, stitch by stitch. And we find it all the more amazing when a designer, in a country at war, chased from her home town by intensive shelling, manages despite her terrible circumstances to continue designing, sustained probably by her passion for needlework. We therefore proudly present by Ukrainian designer Kateryna, this tribute to cross stitch inspired by the folklore of her homeland.
Meet the Strawberry family
Mum, Dad, little Boy and baby Sister, meet the Strawberry family, a cute and fun pattern that will make a perfect gift for a young family.
The Butterfly Fairy
You might easily confuse her with the small yellow butterflies that come to life in early spring, when the first warm days arrive. Next time you walk in the grass, will you spot her?
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Butterfly Fairy | | Counted cross stitch pattern, by Kateryna - Stitchy Princess |
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More Spring patterns by Kateryna - Stitchy Princess
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Marital tales
In this fun cross stitch pattern inspired by an old Ukrainian fairy tale, Lady Fox and Mister Cat form a most unexpected couple, imposing respect to all other animals in the woods.
A new cross stitch chart just released by Kateryna - Stitchy Princess.
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Mister Cat | | Counted cross stitch pattern, by Kateryna - Stitchy Princess |
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More enchanted forest patterns by Kateryna
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Spring in the yard
Designer Kateryna tells us of Spring arriving at the farm, with baboushkas selling fresh eggs, mother hen scolding her mischievous chicks, and rabbits in a world of giant carrots.
Cross stitch patterns by Stitchy Princess.
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Mrs Hen | | Counted cross stitch pattern by Kateryna - Stitchy Princess |
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Fresh Eggs | | Counted cross stitch pattern by Kateryna - Stitchy Princess |
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Harbinger of spring
With its restrained palette of browns yet discreet touches of cheerful yellow and green, this cross stitch pattern seems to be transitioning from Winter to Spring. An elegant design, perfect for bringing a light seasonal touch to your home. Pair it with some fresh daffodils!
Viennese elegance
Picture youself seated at this polished coffee house, being served by a courteous waiter, in tailcoat. All the fun in this cross stitch pattern is the way the designer substitutes humans with rabbits in this scene full of decorum.
A cross stitch pattern by Kateryna, Stitchy Princess.
More delicate portraits of ladies
Including another portrait of Miss Rabbit and her baby brother.
Ukrainian Winter
It is not without a certain emotion that we received Kateryna's latest pattern, knowing what she is going through, living in an area that is regularly shelled with only intermitent electricity.
This is such a sweet pattern, with log-cabins huddled together and animals gathering to pay tribute to this young woman, oblivious to the cold, in a gown and head-dress fit for a queen.
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Miss Winter | | Counted cross stitch pattern by Kateryna - Stitchy Princess |
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More Winter ladies
>> see all Winter and Christmas patterns by Kateryna - Stitchy Princess
Glory to the Newborn King
As the angels joyfully announce the birth of Christ, Mary bears a peaceful look, hands joined in prayer. We love Ukrainian designer Kateryna's interpretation of the Holy family and the visitors come to pay tribute, following the Star of Bethlehem. A cross stitch chart by Stitchy Princess.
>> see all Christmas patterns by Kateryna - Stitchy Princess
Emerald City
Here is Kateryna's tribute to the Wizard of Oz, featuring the Emerald city in the distance, Dorothy, with tidy bows in her braids and her three companions.
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Wonderland
Another tribute this time to Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland. We love her surprised look as she plummets down the rabbit hole, following the frantic White Rabbit. The pattern is stuffed with fun references to Alice's adventures.
Meet Baba Yaga
Ukrainian designer Kateryna (Stitchy Princess) is ever fascinated by her homeland's legends and specifically the character of Baba Yaga, a witch sometimes evil, sometimes kind, who lives in the magic forest. Her latest pattern portraits her riding her broom, in the company of her cat. Two owls look on, unperturbed.
More portraits of Baba Yaga
>> see all Baba Yaga patterns by Kateryna - Stitchy Princess
Christmas in the Woods with Kateryna
Winter Woodlands is a sampler packed with wonderful detail to stitch for Christmas. Our favorite is the white bear hibernating under a mantle of snow (last picture).
More Woodland Animals in Winter
More Christmas Fairy tales
>> see all Winter and Christmas patterns by Kateryna - Stitchy Princess
New Tales of Baba Yaga
Present throughout East European folklore, and particularly in her native Ukraine, Baba Yaga is one of Kateryna's favorite caracters, depicted in numerous designs. An elderly witch, ugly and bony legged, enigmatic and unpredictable, alternatively really evil, or maternal, kind and helpful to the trouble hero.
As you enter the magical forest, trees comes alive moving their arms, animals behave strangely. Notice in the distance a wood cabin perched on chicken legs, occasionally turning round? It's the home of Baba Yaga.
Baba Yaga is never spotted without her cat. Even in the dark you'll always spot its yellow eyes.
Oh, she is a busy lady. Here she is preparing collecting mushroom to prepare her mysterious broth. Or serving tea from her Samovar.
But what she likes best is to unwind and relax in a bathroom fit for a ... witch! Even witches deserve a rest, don't they?
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