Tag: crafts

bella stitchery, gothic, halloween, owls

Spoooooktacular Cross-Stitch

Genevieve Speegle

Once upon a midnight dreary, while I pondered, weak and weary,
Over many a quaint and curious volume of forgotten lore—
While I nodded, nearly napping, suddenly there came a tapping,
As of some one gently rapping, rapping at my chamber door—
“‘Tis some visitor,” I muttered, “tapping at my chamber door—
               Only this and nothing more.”

–The Raven

Edgar Allan Poe

Fall is a great time of year to decorate, and Halloween is filled with lots of spooooky, creepy options. Some of my favorite cross-stitch patterns are of Halloween. It can be anything from gothic, Vintage and retro to modern and colorful.

The pattern above is my newest creation, lovingly called Halloween Library, and it can be downloaded here.

Here are some more of my favorite Halloween patterns, all of which can be found at my Bella Stitchery Design Etsy shop:

Owl Silhouette Pattern
Owl Silhouette Pattern
Spiderweb Silhouette Pattern
Spiderweb Silhouette Pattern
Cheshire Cat & Caterpillar Wonderland Pattern
Cheshire Cat & Caterpillar Wonderland Pattern
Retro Vintage Halloween Witch on Broom Pattern
Retro Vintage Halloween Witch on Broom Pattern
Retro Mad Hatter Halloween Pattern
Retro Mad Hatter Halloween Pattern
Jack Skellington Nightmare Before Christmas Pattern
Jack Skellington Nightmare Before Christmas Pattern
Pin-Up Carving Halloween Pumpkin Pattern
Pin-Up Carving Halloween Pumpkin Pattern
Haunted House Silhouette Pattern
Haunted House Silhouette Pattern
Edgar Allan Poe Pattern
Edgar Allan Poe Pattern
Pin-Up Witch on Broom Pattern
Pin-Up Witch on Broom Pattern
Vintage Woman in Bat Costume Pattern
Vintage Woman in Bat Costume Pattern
When Witches Go Riding Pattern
When Witches Go Riding Pattern
diy, fall decor, wreaths

5 Must-Try DIY Autumn Wreaths

Genevieve Speegle

Fall is the start of decorating season here at my house, and the warm colors of autumn make me feel all warm and cozy.

Nothing says cozy quite like a fabulous wreath on one’s front door. Also, is it just me, or have wreaths come a long way in the last few years? The amount of creative ideas are astounding! Here are five of my favorites.

This one is available from Old Time Pottery.
This one is available from Old Time Pottery.
Love this floral wreath idea from Homedit.
Burlap wreath how-to from Craftaholics Anonymous.
Burlap wreath how-to from Craftaholics Anonymous.

The burlap craze continues over at Craftaholics Anonymous! I’ve seen these wire frames at Michael’s and have always wanted to try this technique. I think it would make a fun kid’s craft, too.

acorn wreath

Wondering what to do with all the acorns and pine cones in your yard? Look no further! Check out this blog post to find step-by-step instructions.

Wood and burlap wreath DIY from Finding Home.
Wood and burlap wreath DIY from Finding Home.

More use with natural elements, as can be found at Finding Home’s blog. The rustic nature of this wreath is right up my alley!

Hope you’ve found some inspiration for your own front door this holiday season. Thanks for stopping by to visit!

xoxo

Genevieve

cross stitch patterns, downloads, freebie friday, roses

Friday Freebie – Peach and Pink Roses Cross Stitch Pattern

Genevieve Speegle

TGIF!

Hope you enjoy this one-of-a-kind pattern. It is based on a photo of rich pink and peach roses. This tapestry would go beautifully in a country or shabby chic style home.

Peach and Pink Roses Pattern

Happy stitching, and have a lovely weekend!

xoxo

Genevieve