Two New Stitch Guides from Stitch by Stitch

Stitch by Stitch in Larchmont, NY has two new stitch guides from Mary Ellen Winnicki.  The first is for Alice Peterson's "Sunray Mountain" and the second for Kristine Kingston's 3-D "Halloween Pumpkin."

https://manage.kmail-lists.com/subscriptions/web-view?a=SwCMrn&c=01H9XGTJRHYSSZSJCSGZK1PHG3&k=818df9a7ff3a4241af938c526d309c5c&m=01JW9B4QAPSF1YCS710215MAA4&r=01JWPS07C2PRCAYYQHFV8RZ2TJ

Contact the shop to pick up one or both of the guides.
 

Betty Loves Bubbles Series (Gingham Stitchery)

Needle in a Haystack says that the Betty Loves Bubbles series of ornaments from Gingham Stitchery all come with stitch guides which you access through a QR code!

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1457488562331820&set=a.738919884188695

World Traveler Santa (Amanda Lawford and Barbara's Needlepoint)

Barbara's Needlepoint shows off a customer's "World Traveler Santa."

https://www.instagram.com/p/DKR1OEmNzht/?img_index=1

This is a design by Amanda Lawford and can be ordered from Vallerie Needlepoint Gallery, which owns the Amanda Lawford line.  Barbara's Needlepoint can provide you with the guide.

Spring (Maggie and Laura Taylor)

Linda's "Spring" landscape from Maggie is finished.  This was stitched using a guide by Laura Taylor.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10230638723326424&set=gm.9853912648019138&idorvanity=108537025890131

Fabulous Fanny Flamingo (Kelly Clark)

Kelly Clark has a new pink flamingo design that she's doing a stitch guide for.  She'll be teaching it at Bedecked and Beadazzled this summer and you'll be able to buy the canvas and guide then.

https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2025/05/fabulous-fanny-is-coming-to-class/

Herondipity (Charley Harper and Ruth Schmuff)

Joelle's heron by Charley Harper is stitched, using a guide from Ruth Schmuff.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10236507201197828&set=gm.9867079266702476&idorvanity=108537025890131

The design is available from the Meredith Collection, which distributes Charley Harper canvases. 

Two Christmas Trees (Patricia Sone and WipStitch)

Linda's two little trees are done!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/NeedlepointNation/permalink/9838355699574833/

These are from Patricia Sone, and stitched using guides by WipStitch.

Snow Couple (Raymond Crawford and Connie Camp)

Pamela's snowman couple are finished and framed.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=2114445095728751&set=gm.9832536983490038&idorvanity=108537025890131

This is a Raymond Crawford design, stitching using a guide from Nashville Needlework's Connie Camp.

Noah's Ark and Nativity Stocking (Liz/Tapestry Tent and Amy Bunger)

Lisa's beautiful Tapestry Tent stocking is finished, stitched using a guide from Amy Bunger.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=3923109274666754&set=gm.9792396147504122&idorvanity=108537025890131

Bunny Slippers (Kate Dickerson and Laura Taylor)

Perri's "Bunny Slippers" is adorable.  This is a Kate Dickerson canvas, stitched using a guide from Laura Taylor.

https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=10233010834547912&set=pcb.9785990498144687

Nouveau (Kimberly Design)

Ruth Schmuff of Bedecked and Beadazzled shows off a finished version of Kimberly's "Nouveau."

https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2025/05/a-stitchers-playground-in-full-bloom/

Dianne stitched it using a guide by Kimberly herself which comes with the canvas.  Ruth will kit it for you, too, if you ask.

Uncle Sam (Damarj and Susan Portra)

Brenda has finished her Uncle Sam.  That jacket would make Liberace jealous!  The guide is from Susan Portra and the design is by Damarj.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10222469432685083&set=gm.9720446624699075&idorvanity=108537025890131

Bird Cage Heart (Eye Candy)

Ada Hayden of Eye Candy has done a stitch guide for her "Bird Cage Heart" design.  It's available when you buy the canvas.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1250969140366058&set=a.129238102539173

Skeleton Hand (Plum Stitchery and Mary Legallet)

If you like adorable and spooky like Carol does, you'll want to stitch the skeleton hand from Plum Stitchery.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=9774201589322815&set=gm.9671212696289135&idorvanity=108537025890131

Carol used Mary Legallet's stitch concept.

Pink Party Dress (Meredith Collection and Suzie Vallerie)

Lynne has finished her "Pink Party Dress" from Elizabeth Turner/Meredith Collection.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10238138195895700&set=gm.9672090132868058&idorvanity=108537025890131

She used a guide from Suzie Vallerie of Enriched Stitch.

https://enrichedstitch.myshopify.com/products/copy-of-pink-party-dres?_pos=2&_sid=40d85a0c3&_ss=r

Raccsnack (Charley Harper and Fireside Stitchery)

The charming raccoon thief piece that Holly stitched is a Charley Harper design, available from Meredith Collection, with a guide by Marina at Fireside Stitchery.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10238478879937125&set=gm.9640248869385518&idorvanity=108537025890131

PE 245 Woman Looking Over Her Glasses (Colors of Praise and Anne Marie Carr)

Linda's lady looking over her glasses at us is finished.  This is a Colors of Praise canvas, stitching using a guide from Anne Marie Carr.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10227320642657896&set=gm.9632165846860487&idorvanity=108537025890131

Birds! (Helen Heins Peterson and Ruth Schmuff)

One of Ruth Schmuff's students stitched the amazing "Birds!" from Helen Heins Peterson, who is one of the Bedecked and Beadazzled designers.  I particularly like all the details, from the hearts in the background to the fun touches on each of the eight (?) birds, the fish and the sun.  

https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2025/04/joy-to-stitch/

This is a large piece, stitched using Ruth's stitch guide.  Her shop can provide the materials kit, too.  

Gingham/Carrots Baby Bunny (Associated Talents)

Associated Talents has done a basic guide for their cute Gingham/Carrots Baby Bunny.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/335873304355?itmmeta=01JR3KAGT6B9G7VJXVHCZQDSW4&hash=item4e339be723:g:Pf0AAOSwdSNn3aXL&itmprp=enc%3AAQAKAAAA4FkggFvd1GGDu0w3yXCmi1dr7sQoohQeWADID47tFrE23RVfjoOvmTevz7k7hlHtnUCI4vqoZqUcC%2BSydGzxzwE4vbeaudtq2BejtcfQARrGT1pvxgfcdjk1FilVq25CzyR1XA0ncW69T0DFEY0rKipMQp37NjpsXX%2BaaxuEUePhb%2B9whNO6xa41%2Butu%2BAMm%2B8V6cIZS6rcvm4kryIyNtWx4R%2F3WjZwGQNJD%2BQtSyzAFf0zatZPRYx3QEq6y%2FTy7dLf7VFTxOYgOQnE3lCRggYXXql%2FSitnkHF095CjyF%2B5F%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR66NqvPAZQ

Koi Pond (Zecca and Mary Legallet)

Mary Legallet of Whimsical Stitch has done a stitch guide for Zecca's "Koi Pond."

https://www.ebay.com/itm/236017734064?itmmeta=01JR3KAGT31HTM8CKG8PCSGPGB&hash=item36f3c0d1b0:g:T5YAAOSwoA9n4CVO&itmprp=enc%3AAQAKAAAAwFkggFvd1GGDu0w3yXCmi1ciPC4OFmXP1knGhOmfUWxhiYSb9D%2B1v7rxE3V%2B9I3HOUOYZeJKSs5pm3jcnequyHuyaWv6q9pF9lPSSVmHPTZho9khU4vs%2Bc8Spc2NATMkMpxmYzDmovZSfF53T78wF6CIv4oXArTUbm%2B44zsU82sHO5Fzvbl6fxtZl%2B0XIs6Ecl4uTNrR89wVyuFMyh60tilxApMl52jtSvKIXUZSG7F%2BfUhOGbhXAwEqm6Ug8VFBuA%3D%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR6CNqvPAZQ

Normally I don't link to guides unless you can get an idea of the finished product but I thought you'd like to see the cover and the thread list in Mary's guide.

Poppies Revisited (PLD Designs and Laura Taylor)

Perri's bouquet of poppies is stitched.  This beauty is from PLD, stitched using a Laura Taylor guide.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10232392332685752&set=gm.9429576540452753&idorvanity=108537025890131 

Easter March (Ashley Dillion-Davis and Michele Herron)

Karen's Easter March from Ashley Dillion-Davis (now owned by Victoria Whitson) is finished.  This cute design was stitched using a guide from Michele Herron of Bristly Thistle in Florida.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=23980613188192963&set=gm.9416637511746656&idorvanity=108537025890131

Building Collage (Patti Mann and Connie Camp)

Elin says Connie Glenn Camp did twelve stitch guides for this Patti Mann village.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/NeedlepointNation/permalink/9390836247660116/

The Only Place Where Housework.... (Zecca and Stitches by the Sea)

Kim's fun sign from Zecca was stitched using a guide from Susan at Stitches by the Sea.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10170949504325177&set=gm.9386585704751837&idorvanity=108537025890131

Teal Flower Tiles (Zecca and Ruth Schmuff)

One of Ruth Schmuff's students stitched Zecca's "Teal Flower Tile" in a class at Ruth's shop, Bedecked and Beadazzled.

https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2025/03/tiles/

Isn't it lovely?  You can get the guide from Ruth and the canvas, too, in case your favorite shop doesn't have it in stock.

Zebra, Panda and Penguin (Eleanor Grosch and Ruth Schmuff)

Paige's black and white portrait of a zebra, panda and a penguin proves black and white isn't boring!

https://www.facebook.com/groups/NeedlepointNation/permalink/9302340476509694/

This is an Eleanor Grosch design, available from Ruth Schmuff's shop, Bedecked and Beadazzled.  Ruth did the stitch guide for it.  I believe the guide comes with the canvas but you can check with the shop to be certain.

Thistle (Zecca and Robin King)

Karen has finished her Zecca "Thistle" and turned it into a standup.  This beauty was stitched using Robin King's guide which comes with the canvas.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10092766684070848&set=gm.9296975653712843&idorvanity=108537025890131

Book Canvases Guides (The Book Canvas)

The Book Canvas has announced digital download guides are now available for The Rosehill Cottage and Forest Cabin.  I don't know who wrote the guides.

https://www.instagram.com/p/DGJZ4iXvfzg/?img_index=1

https://mopseydesigns.com/products/the-book-canvas-rosehill-cottage-stitch-guide?_pos=1&_sid=41f721b11&_ss=r

https://mopseydesigns.com/products/the-book-canvas-forest-cabin-stitch-guide?variant=50355436290329

XOXO (Lauren Bloch and Suzie Vallerie)

Lynn's XOXO sign is adorable!  This is a Lauren Bloch design, stitched using Suzie Vallerie's guide.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10231870328533452&set=gm.9172332979510445&idorvanity=108537025890131

Free Guide From Ridgewood Stitchery

Ridgewood Stitchery has started showcasing a canvas from their stock with a free short stitch guide to get your creativity going.  The first canvas is Kate Dickerson's "Santa Boots with Candy Canes."

https://ridgewoodneedlepoint.com/kate-dickerson-santa-boots/

It's not an elaborate guide but it is enough to get you started. I hope they continue to profile canvases this way.  It's a lovely service for stitchers.

I Love Cats (Colors1 and Cynthia Thomas)

This hilarious pieces from Mary Tussey of Colors1 has a stitch guide by Cynthia Thomas.
https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1157874279673852&set=a.402939951833959 

Submarine with Diver Mini Sock (Kathy Schenkel and Tinsmith's Wife)

Sheren's adorable mini sock features a submarine and diver.  The canvas and felt diver are from Kathy Schenkel and the guide is from Tinsmith's Wife.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/NeedlepointNation/permalink/9148717551871988/ 

Funky Forest Bolster (Associated Talents and Terry Christopher Castillo)

Dianne's "Funky Forest" is finished!

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10226500521089749&set=gm.9142971095779967&idorvanity=108537025890131

This is a canvas from Assocated Talents which can be ordered from Needlepoint.com which owns the line now.  The stitch guide is by Terry Christopher Castillo.

Flip Flops (Jane Nichols and Rebecca Hinkle)

Kathy's beach house piece with all those cute flip flops is stitched, framed and hung.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=8495206743912584&set=gm.9124479327629144&idorvanity=108537025890131

This is a Jane Nichols canvas, stitched using a guide by Rebecca Hinkle.

Abstract Boston (Karla Gerard and Terry Christopher Castillo)

Kathleen's captured Boston perfectly with this Karla Gerard/Maggie design.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/NeedlepointNation/permalink/9128420360568374/

Stitch guide by Terry Christopher Castillo.

Feet (Red Thread and Tony Minieri)

This amazing Asian design is from Red Thread, stitched using a Tony Minieri stitch guide.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/NeedlepointNation/permalink/9129671167109960/

Folk Heart #H-19 (Mindy and Meghan)

Melita Galvin shows off the Mindy heart that Meghan from her Main Line Stitchers Chapter of ANG stitched.  Meghan did a stitch guide (which I think is in the latest Needle Pointers) and Melita helped with stitch diagrams.

https://melitastitches4fun.com/2025/02/07/design-by-susan-dawson-contrast-talk-and-folk-heart-by-meghan-in-jan-feb-2025-issue-of-needle-pointers-magazine/

Revolt (David Galchutt and Ruth Schmuff)

Ruth Schmuff shows off two versions of David Galchutt's "Revolt," stitched by two people who took the class about this she offered in her shop, Bedecked and Beadazzled.

https://bedeckedandbeadazzled.com/2025/02/revolt/

It's totally different from most painted canvases.  Who knew stitching robots could be so much fun!

Market Tote Bag (Kate Dickerson and Elaine Aidonidis)

Heirloom Design Studio has a few of the Kate Dickerson Market Tote Bag kits (with guides by Elaine Aidonidis) available in their store.

https://www.instagram.com/p/DFtSoBiSd77/

https://heirloomdesigns.studio/products/market-tote-kit-c-market-all?_pos=1&_sid=c5a870a08&_ss=r

Girl in Pink Dress (The Collection Designs and Elaine Aidonidis)

Jennifer's "Girl in Pink Dress" is a lovely piece of ribbon work.  Design by The Collection and stitch guide from Elaine Aidonidis.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10162685932212122&set=gm.9103009606442783&idorvanity=108537025890131

Birds and Blooms (Eye Candy and Enriched Stitch)

Ada Hayden of Eye Candy shows off the version of her "Birds and Blooms" stitched at Enriched Stitch, which has a stitch guide available.
https://www.instagram.com/p/DFprh0jxDBM/ 

Arctic Santa (Amanda Lawford and The French Knot)

Mae's "Arctic Santa" is finished and he's magnificent.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10161111833603660&set=gm.9097256007018143&idorvanity=108537025890131

The design is from Amanda Lawford/Vallerie Needlepoint Gallery and the guide from The French Knot in Texas.

UPDATE:  Here's Mae's Santa made into a standup.  Lovely!

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10161449421088660&set=gm.9753487154728355&idorvanity=108537025890131

Chili Trio (Love You More and Twisted Stitches)

Anne's three chili peppers design is from Love You More.  She used a guide from Twisted Stitches in Albuquerque.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/NeedlepointNation/permalink/9055112891232455/

Monsieur C. Cracker (Rachel Barri and Connie Glen Camp) UPDATED

Becky's "Monsieur C. Cracker" Nutcracker was stitched using a guide from Connie Camp of Nashville Needleworks.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10230950433443195&set=gm.9045538712189873&idorvanity=108537025890131

The design is one of Rachel Barri Designs' nutcrackers.  There are guides for others.  Use the search function to find more.

UPDATE:  Lynn Mason of Needlepoint by Sharese also has a guide for this nutcracker and she plans more of the set.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/1806317726/rachael-barri-nutcracker-stitch-guide?click_key=a6424122207ff087a2b3125c72df7cadc2b422f4%3A1806317726&click_sum=17894e9d&ref=shop_home_active_6&crt=1&sts=1

Twelve Days of Christmas (Annie Lane and Cindy Mathews of Wellesley Needlepoint)

Barbara's finished the charming Twelve Days of Christmas set from Annie Lane.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/NeedlepointNation/permalink/9039049936172084/

The stitch guides are by Cindy Mathews of Wellesley Needlepoint who distribute some of the late Annie Lane's designs.

White Christmas Stitch Guide for Bob & Phil (Evergreen Needlepoint and Amy Lavine)

Evergreen Needlepoint just announced a stitch guide by Amy Lavine for their "Bob and Phil" ornament from White Christmas starring Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye.

https://www.instagram.com/p/DFK3MLkNpVg/

Evergreen also has the guide Amy wrote for their matching "Sisters, Sisters" ornament.

https://www.evergreenneedlepoint.com/products/stitch-guide-for-sisters-sisters-white-christmas-inspired-hand-painted-needlepoint-canvas-digital-download

Southwestern Pots (Alice Peterson and Tony Minieri)

Carol's Southwestern pottery piece is finished.  This is a wonderful Alice Peterson design, stitched using a Tony Minieri stitch guide.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/NeedlepointNation/permalink/9035582969852114/

Fall (Julie Mar and Julie Thompson

Cheryl's tiny mountain scape by Julie Mar (now PLD Needlepoint Designs) was stitched using a guide by Julie Thompson.

https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=10068245126524890&set=pcb.9030330670377344

Noel (Raymond Crawford and Julia Snyder)

Cheryl's "Noel" by Raymond Crawford is almost finished except for a ribbon scarf on the snowman.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10068221756527227&set=pcb.9030330670377344

She stitched it using a guide by Julia Snyder.

Spring Beauties (Melissa Shirley and Laura Taylor)

Nancy's Melissa Shirley still life is finished and is beautiful.  She stitched it at a retreat led by Laura Taylor.  Contact Laura for the guide and your favorite shop for the canvas.

https://melitastitches4fun.com/2025/01/21/serendipty-days-11-15-of-25/

Needlepoint Store (Le Point and Hillary Fisk)

Laura's finished her Le Point needlepoint shop with some cute ribbon work, stitched using a Hillary Fisk guide.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=563314749877109&set=gm.9019297681480643&idorvanity=108537025890131

Greetings from Hawaii (Raving Beauties and Gussie Schubert)

Raving Beauties' charming "Greetings from Hawaii" canvas is on eBay for a week.  The seller is Fireside Stitchery and the stitch guide is from Gussie Schubert of Needlepoint Etc.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/235902305462?itmmeta=01JHY1144AJV550TEGWDAPCVBX&hash=item36ecdf84b6:g:dS8AAOSwZIJnfCGV&itmprp=enc%3AAQAJAAAA4HoV3kP08IDx%2BKZ9MfhVJKkLys0sZmuvJMJzRBTno8W1%2B%2B0zLXg9lCYsfHTNIfuXcKYRd%2Bz5IiGc%2BNh8jwEBGKLK1h71w7uH%2BsyIyoVgqOYoippkrzGshs1Mf8S5Ux32%2BUfZMv4E40Zq08idMVnrP2Ccu6JQHIigTpCgdC9Ez--6MjzUwemAUKh0f23h1N%2F%2BFIceL2w%2BXOAj%2BJ1FmAydsNKV3xRz97qzbCo5cJZtKsbEdfV4zIcEed8V9zjPDSuszm9VMLgaxMytG094fWLKqQX8dZTkw7ZnExwlRghE%2BDsa%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR6DChMGPZQ

Pink Peony Purse (Melissa Shirley and Wendy Harwood)

The late Wendy Harwood's guide for Melissa Shirley's "Pink Peony Purse" is available for a week from Fireside Stitchery's eBay weekly auction.  The canvas is also part of the auction.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/335759907251?itmmeta=01JHY1144A04M1X0JQPAV46PBF&hash=item4e2cd999b3:g:c7kAAOSwkiJnfDc2&itmprp=enc%3AAQAJAAAAwHoV3kP08IDx%2BKZ9MfhVJKkmUF7S1C%2BSv6Ylp%2BDRAUCmO8dkbEMaPOnH8TYp%2F5120r69SV1t%2FtW3RQVJGqiYuFTVhTk1TfXILFk3hX2dv%2BV3eD56JRiU7ua2WQ2ivCBJK2a6OeQo7tJ322bqrxpCA4aNPzDE1enDq8dSpFizghpLUqPfXQuh1M5dg4MNeLBkYRok3t5R%2BWApG7NEXlS7PXPLjY3Kcol92bz0LBtIf21lJ9B4C6OiGZFCvV79g0pMuQ%3D%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR6DChMGPZQ

Pears (Love You More and Connie Camp)

Karen's "Pears" is finished.  This magnificent design is from Love You More, with a guide by Connie Camp of Nashville Needleworks.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=9361683553881831&set=gm.8985800981496980&idorvanity=108537025890131

Submarine (Kathy Schenkel and Terri Dudley)

Sharon's submarine mini sock is adorable!  This is a Kathy Schenkel design, stitched using a guide by Terri Dudley of The Tinsmith's Wife.
https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=122187234362144580&set=gm.8986085998135145&idorvanity=108537025890131 

Ladies with Flower Skirts (The Collection Designs and Tamara Abdee)

Tamara of T Stitches has finished the guides for several of The Collection Designs ladies with floral skirts.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/NeedlepointNation/permalink/8975076652569413/

https://www.instagram.com/p/DEswwYkvaPa/?img_index=2

Contact Tamara to see exactly which of the ladies she's finished.  The designs are by Ellen Crimi-Trent of The Collection.

Five Snowmen (Renaissance Designs and Sherry Bray)

Patricia's five snowmen are adorable and adorably finished.  The canvas is by Renaissance Designs and the guide by Sherry Bray.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10236346209301394&set=gm.8965147826895629&idorvanity=108537025890131

Sunbrella (Meredith Collection and Tony Minieri)

Pat's "Sunbrella" is finished and it is magnificent!

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=8948889915228217&set=gm.8898619653548447&idorvanity=108537025890131

This is a design from The Meredith Collection, stitched using a Tony Minieri stitch guide.

Woodland Owl (Mary Charles and Lynn Mason)

Lynn Mason has finished stitching Mary Charles' "Woodland Owl," and will have a stitch guide soon.

https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=9002536076494774&set=gm.8842275399182873&idorvanity=108537025890131

The canvas is distributed by Painted Pony.