I decided to stitch another version of Bella's Garden by @thecozydh.bsky.social, this time on 18 ct black Aida. I initially stitched this little springtime pattern on a lighter fabric, but have to admit the soft pastel colors really pop on the darker fabric. #thecozydh, #crossstitch, #bellasgarden

Today I put my final stitches in the delightful Skyline Stretch by @manda-infinitybear.bsky.social . As she described it, "The kitty lazily stretches in front of the skyscraper and gently bats at the windows, softly meowing for yummy treats and head scritches." #crossstitch #xstitch #skylinestretch

Today I stitched up this newly released springtime pattern by @thecozydh.bsky.social called Bellas's Garden. I love the soft pastel colors of the flowers that surround the little cat in the center. #thecozydhstitchery, #crossstitch, #xstitch, #bellasgarden

This bright orange fabric seems to scream Halloween, but this pattern that I just started by @manda-infinitybear.bsky.social actually has an urban vibe and eventually you'll be able to see why it's called Skyline Stretch. #crossstitch #infinitybear #xstitch #skylinestretch

I just finished stitching this delightful Strawbunny pattern from @manda-infinitybear.bsky.social . As she described it, "Perched upon a fluffy red cushion, the bunny twitches her whiskers in anticipation, waiting for summer days filled with lush strawberries." #crossstitch #xstitch #bunny

I am absolutely thrilled that dragonflies are starting to appear in my area, including this beautiful Springtime Darner that I spotted on Monday (6 April) alongside a creek. #dragonflies #springtimedarner #dragonfly

I just finished stitching this beautiful Phoenix pattern designed by Amanda @badstitch.bsky.social as a fundraiser for International Transgender Day of Visibility. That day is past, but please continue to support those striving to live their lives authentically. #crossstitch #transgender #xstitch

Transgender Day of Visibility is over, but you can still help with @badstitch.bsky.social efforts to raise funds for Trans Lifeline--and get the cool cross stitch Phoenix pattern that I just started stitching by donating $5+ USD to their campaign! Ends today! (tilt.fyi/nR9uGYuA5Z)

This morning I finished stitching the Cozy Cryptic Quaker, a cool pattern designed by @thecozydh.bsky.social in commemoration of the Twitch streaming anniversary of @crypticentity22.bsky.social . #crossstitch #xstitch #thecozydh #thecozydhstitchery #cozycrypticquaker #crypticentity22

I am currently working on Cozy Cryptic Quaker, a pattern designed by @thecozydh.bsky.social in commemoration of the streaming anniversary of @crypticentity22.bsky.social . #crossstitch #xstitch #thecozydh #thecozydhstitchery #cozycrypticquaker #crypticentity22

I got involved in a little staring contest with a Bald Eagle on Friday (20 March) at my local wildlife refuge. I moved slowly and deliberately to get some photos and then departed silently, leaving the eagle in peace on its perch. #baldeagle #eagle #birdphotography #raptor #wildlife

This morning I finished this delightful little pattern called Mouline Moon from Amanda Delong @badstitch.bsky.social . The colors of the clouds remind me of the cherry blossoms that are just starting to open in my area. #crossstitch #xstitch #badstitch #moulinemoon #amandadelong

Today I finished Catnana, a delightful little pattern from @manda-infinitybear.bsky.social , a really enjoyable stitch. "Atop a plush yellow pillow, the kitty nuzzles in a little bit closer, dreaming of the sweet scent of banana." #crossstitch #catnana #xstitch #infinitybeardesigns

Sometimes I feel like working on something simple, fun, and quirky, like this cute Catnana pattern by @manda-infinitybear.bsky.social "Atop a plush yellow pillow, the kitty nuzzles in a little bit closer, dreaming of the sweet scent of banana." #crossstitch #catnana #infinitybeardesigns #xstitch

Doing new things can be scary, but rewarding. I finally finished my New Beginnings Biscornu by @thecozydh.bsky.social , my first biscornu ever. I sewed together the two panels and stuffed them to make the biscornu, which I may use as a pin cushion. #crossstitch #biscornu #xstitch #thecozydh

Just finished stitching the new Tiny Spring Sampler by @thecozydh.bsky.social . I love this simple, beautiful homage to the changing seasons. #thecozydh #crossstitch #xstitch #spring #tinyspringsampler #sampler

I've just finished the back panel of the New Beginnings Biscornu by @thecozydh.bsky.social and am preparing to stitch the back and front panels together. It's a little intimidating, given that it's my first time doing an 8-sided biscornu. Wish me luck! #crossstitch #xstitch #dragonfly #newbeginnings

I just finished stitching the front panel of the New Beginnings biscornu by @thecozydh.bsky.social . The back panel is a whole lot simpler and then I'll face the challenge of assembling my first biscornu. #thecozydh #crossstitch #xstitch #dragonflies #biscornu

I love the diversity of the cross stitch community. Here are two Valentine's Day projects I have recently stitched. Love Lives Here by @michellebendy.bsky.social is traditional, while Out of This World by @thecozydh.bsky.social has a modern vibe. I love them both! #crosstitch #xstitch #valentinesday

I just finished stitching Love Lives Here by BendyStitchyDesigns.com, part of the Cupid Collective bundle available until Valentines Day. I donated to Rainbow Railroad, a global not-for-profit organization that helps at-risk LGBTQI+ people. #crossstitch #xstitch #CupidCollective #bendyStitchyDesigns

Working on Love Lives Here by BendyStitchyDesigns.com, one of 7 patterns in the Cupid Collective bundle that is available until Valentines Day with a donation to one of four specified organizations, including the Rainbow Railroad. #cupidcollective #crossstitch #xstitch #bendystitchydesigns

This morning I finished Brush Stroke Butterfly by Loretta at StitchingTheNightAway.com. I love the simple, colorful, abstract vibe of this pattern. It helped sustain me during the frigid weather this past week. #crossstitch #xstitch #brushstrokebutterfly #butterfly #stitchingthenightaway

Just finished stitching this Origami Swan by Emily at thecrosselephant.com with a few color changes. I really like the abstract, almost cubist feel of the final piece--I may need to look for my mini-stash of origami paper. #crossstitch #xstitch #thecrosselephant #origami #origamiswan

This morning I finished stitching Origami Crane by Emily of thecrosselephant.com. Origami cranes are signs of good fortune, longevity, hope, and healing that seem appropriate as we move deeper into 2026. #crossstitch #xstitch #origami #cranes #thecrosselephant

Today I came across this freebie 2021 Ornament Mini Hoop pattern by Loretta at stitchingthenightaway.com that made me think of Valentine's Day. I stitched it right up, putting a big smile on my face. #stitchingthenightaway #crossstitch #xstitch #ValentinesDay

There is something so satisfying about stitching a simple cross stitch pattern, like this Tiny Winter Sampler by @thecozydh.bsky.social. The natural world seems almost monochromatic in the winter, but spring will eventually fill it with bright colors. #crossstitch #xstitch #sampler #thecozydh

This morning I put in the final stitches of Jolly Squirrel (Écureuil des Fêtes) by Max Pigeon of pigeoncoopdesigns.com. I really like Max's design style and am definitely looking to stitch one of his non-holiday patterns soon. #crossstitch #xstitch #pigeoncoopdesigns #maxpigeon

I finally finished stitching Festive Cardinal by Max Pigeon of pigeoncoopdesigns.com. I enjoy cardinals all year round, especially during the winter, when their bold red color stands out in the gray, almost monochromatic landscape. #crossstitch #xstitch #pigeoncoopdesigns #cardinal #festivecardinal

Just finished stitching this whimsical little pattern Over the Moon by @manda-infinitybear.bsky.social ."A celestial cat reclining on the moon's gentle curve shares a secret joke with a fish, their shared laughter birthing new stars." #infinitybeardesigns #crossstitch #xstitch #overthemoon

I was delighted to complete stitching this Cozy Celestial Quaker pattern that was designed by @thecozydh.bsky.social in celebration of the third year Twitch affiliate anniversary of fellow streamer @moonphased. #crossstitch #thecozydh #moonphased #xstitch

Working on the first motifs of Cozy Celestial Quaker, a cool contemporary Quaker cross stitch pattern designed by talented Canadian designer @thecozydh.bsky.social . #thecozydh #crossstitch #celestialquaker #xstitch

Just finished Nevermind, a spooky little freebie pattern from @LindyStitches. #poe #TheRaven #edgarallanpoe #nevermind #LindyStitches #crossstitch #xstitch

Last night I finished my newest little cross stitch project, a delightful Quirky Quaker Cardinal by @darlingandwhimsydesigns. www.etsy.com/ca/shop/Darl.... #crossstitch #xstitch #cardinal #northerncardinal #quakercrossstitch. Had to repost with corrected photo.

I just finished stitching Autumn Bird, a wonderful pattern by Jody Rice @satsumastreet . I love the pattern's bold colors and suspect I will soon be stitching more from this designer. #satsumastreet #autumnbird #crossstitch #xstitch #moderncrossstitch

🏠⛷ NEW PATTERN RELEASE! ⛷🏠 Inspiration from traditional Quaker stitching and cozy mountain cabin vibes come together in this sweet little stitch, available now on ko-fi and Etsy. A big thank you to @michaelqpowell.bsky.social for the model stitch! ko-fi.com/s/08af4f1444

At the beginning of November I finally finished stitching the Misfit Forest Fall Mystery Stitch-a-long, an eight-part project full of cozy critters quietly enjoying the autumn, designed by @thecozydh.bsky.social . #TheCozyDH #crossstitch #xstitch #misfitforestSAL

Here's a couple of recent shots of stunning Blue-faced Meadowhawk dragonflies, some of a small number of dragonflies still active this late in the season. #dragonflies #naturephotography

Just completed stitching Cryptid Woods, the newest pattern by @thecozydh.bsky.social . Now I have to figure out which cryptid I want to be. #thecozydh #crossstitch #cryptid #xstitch

Finished stitching "Ready for Spooky Season," designed by @thecozydh.bsky.social . #crossstitch #xstitch #halloween #halloween2025 #thecozydh

I finished stitching Clue #6 of the Misfit Forest Stitch-a-long by @thecozydh.bsky.social and am eagerly awaiting the next clue on 20 October. #TheCozyDH #crossstitch #xstitch #misfitforestSAL

This morning I finished stitching "Trick or Treat," a fun little pattern designed by @thecozydh.bsky.social . #crossstitch #xstitch #TheCozyDH #halloween #halloween2025 #trickortreat

This is my version of Existence, a cross stitch piece designed by Dace (www.twitch.tv/thedaceman0), a UK-based stitcher, as a fund raiser for the Good Law Project that is challenging a recent UK Supreme Court judgement on trans rights. Check out the pattern at ko-fi.com/s/676a09ca33. #crossstitch

The weather has cooled off this week, but summer is not gone yet and signs of autumn are starting to appear. I recently cross stitched this Tiny Pumpkins pattern by Sara Louise Greer of Wickham Cottage that was in the 2025 Halloween Edition of Just CrossStitch magazine. #crossstitch #xstitch

This summer's hot weather has me feeling a lot like Tiny Sweaty Bob (designed by @thecozydh.bsky.social ) who was trying to cool off with a chill boba milk tea. It's fun sometimes to knock out a whimsical small project like this one. #crossstitch #xstitch #tinybob

I love the juxtaposition of modern elements with traditional motifs, like these Quaker ladies carrying Stanley tumblers that is part of Remember Hydration, a pattern designed by @thecozydh.bsky.social . Check out their shop ko-fi.com/thecozydh/shop for other cool patterns too. #crossstitch #xstitch

Last night I finished the Hallows' Eve Sampler by Tracy Richards of Wrought Iron Stitching that was included in the Just Cross Stitch Magazine Halloween 2025. #crossstitch #xstitch

I loved this newly released pattern by @thecozydh.bsky.social so much that I stitched the Tiny Summer Sampler immediately. #crossstitch #xstitch #tinysummersampler #thecozydh

I was thrilled to attend the World Pride Parade in Washington DC yesterday, a joyful, energetic, and loving celebration of an amazing diverse and colorful group of people that included a 1000 ft (305 m) long rainbow flag. #worldpride #Pride2025 #prideparade #Rainbowflag #GayMensChorus #pridemonth