Just finished stitching the 3rd part (of 4) of the Pride Besties Stitch-A-Long by Samantha @samanthatextiles.bsky.social with the addition of Alyx the non-binary dolphin with their handmade rainbow garland . #pride #pridebesties #pridemonth #pride2026 #nonbinary #transgender #LGBTQ

It was uplifting to see so many countries in the Pride Parade yesterday in Washington DC, including Canada, the UK, Ireland, the Nordic countries, Switzerland, and others, a joyous celebration for folks of all ages, genders, and nationalities. Love is love. 🏳️‍🌈 #pride #pridemonth #pride2026 #lgbtqia+

There is nothing better during Pride Month than showing your support to other members of the community. This morning I'm delivering this little Pride Frog with the lesbian flag by CJ @stitchystark.bsky.social to a friend. #crossstitch #xstitch #Pride #pridemonth #pride

Just finished stitching Part 2 (of 4) of the Pride Besties SAL by @samanthatextiles.bsky.social. I wonder what creature will be in today's release. This is so much fun! #PrideBesties #Pride #PrideMonth #LGBTQIA+ #crossstitch #xstitch #Pride2026

Today, at the request of a friend, I stitched up this little winking frog holding the Lesbian Pride flag, as designed by @stitchystark.bsky.social, one of 9 different flags in their Pride Frogs pattern. #crossstitch #xstitch #pride #pride2026 #pridemonth #lesbianpride

I feel especially inspired to stitch during Pride Month. This morning I finished stitching this little Pride Flag project in the Progress Pride Flag colors, designed by CJ Stark @stitchystark.bsky.social, one of nine Pride flags in the pattern. #crossstitch #xstich #pride #pride2026 #pridemonth

Today I finished the rainbow flag Pride version of one of Sweden's cryptids, the Great Lake monster (Storsjöodjuret in Swedish) by @ingerscrafts.bsky.social . I love this simple, graphic representation of the legendary creature. #Pride #pride2026 #ingerscrafts #storsjoodjuret #crossstitch #xstitch

Just finished stitching this fun little pattern called Snakespeare, designed by DH @thecozydh.bsky.social. "Alas, poor Yorick! I knew him, Horatio: a fellow of infinite jest..." I just love the rosy cheeks of the skull. :) #Snakespeare #TheCozyDHStitchery #crossstitch #xstitch #shakespeare

Finished stitching Goblin Pride by @thecozydh.bsky.social and chose to colorize the letters of "Be Proud" with some of the colors of the flag. Happy Pride Month! #Pride #pridemonth #pride2026 #crossstitch #xstitch #LGBTQIA+

Happy Pride Month! I am working on Goblin Pride, a newly released pattern by @thecozydh.bsky.social that includes the intersex-inclusive Pride Progress flag. I've finished the flag and will start on the goblin flag bearer and the words, "Be Proud." #pridemonth #pride2026 #crossstitch #xsttich

Just finished a couple of heraldic motifs from a book that I bought in Vienna, Austria in the 1990's. I believe the book contains historical and traditional cross stitch patterns from a museum, but I am not sure, because it is entirely in German. #crossstitch #xstitch #heraldicmotifs

Today I finished stitching Take a Book, Leaf a Book, a new pattern by @manda-infinitybear.bsky.social . "The travelling bookshelf shambles along, steady in its mission to deliver new worlds to those in need." I love this woodland version of a tiny library. #crossstitch #xstitch #infinitybeardesigns

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