We have called this category blackwork, but as you can see it contains many colors!  But all designs here are done with only one color of thread for fast stitching.

Blackwork

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  • Highland Cattle are becoming more and more popular. You will recieve all 4 sizes when you purchase!

    1 design in 3 sizes MLJ


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  • Dragons have always been popular. They seem to touch a part of our unconscious from a time long ago when the world still had fantasy and magic.  These would make a gorgeous quilt surrounding our Japanese Dragon with Fire  

    6 Designs each in 3 sizes MLJ Check Sizes






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  •  We seem to have a lot of cat designs- so in effort to balance the sheets some easy to stitch designs for the dog lovers

    8 Designs each in 3 sizes MLJ Check Sizes


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  • Snowflakes in three different versions. The first is an slightly heavy outline stitch, the second is a three colored partially filled version and the last is a free standing version to be stitched with Organza, Angelina Film or Fibers or Embroidery Glitter. You receive full instructions for all three versions and for the table mat shown below. The Outline and Filled versions can also be used for year round projects. Depending on the fabrics you use, they don't look totally Christmas.
     Comes in Small (4x4), Medium and Large! You can see the sizes of the designs by clicking *Check Sizes*


    18 Designs each in 3 Sizes MLJ Check Sizes

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  • We take high speed air travel for granted now, but imagine what it was like to see one of these for the first time!

    6 Designs each in 3 Sizes MLJ Check Sizes

     

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  • It's amazing how many expressions - real or caricatures - owls can have! I think that is what makes them so much fun to use in your projects. It is also fun to come up with sayings for them.


    6 Designs each in 3 Sizes MLJ Check Sizes

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  • These totems are great to pair with the large full color versions: Large Tribal Owl, Large Tribal Tiger and Large Chinese Dragon. Try them stitched with Metallic thread on black for a dramatic statement.

    3 Designs each in 3 sizes MLJ Check Sizes

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  • Roosters always brighten up a kitchen! Use these guys on towels, tablecloths or appliance covers. Or combine them with Fred's Large Rooster for a great table cover or mat!

    9 Designs each in 3 Sizes MLJ Check Sizes

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  • Hipsters were young adults in the 1990's that followed a movement from the 1940's and among other things favored vintage and thrift store clothing. These designs are of course perfect for Valentine’s Day but they would also make great gifts for Weddings, Anniversaries, Engagement parties – anytime you want to express love!

    12 Designs each in 3 sizes MLJ Check Sizes

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  • Try these designs in black, red or gold metallic. The first Santa with the big bag would be great on a Gift sack - just add the recipient's name.

    6 designs each in 3 sizes MLJ Check Sizes

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  • Try these Tigers in Red or Gold too on darker fabrics! Or white on black would be a real eye catcher.

     

    9 Designs each in 3 Size MLJ Check Sizes

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  • These designs coordinate with BFC1341 Embellished Cats. Use them in a quilt, for quilting plain squares, or fun accents on projects. Add some crystals for eyes to make them even more fun!


    18 designs each in 3 sizes SML Check Sizes

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  • These designs coordinate with BFC1341 Embellished Dogs. Use them in a quilt, for quilting plain squares, or fun accents on projects. Add some crystals for eyes to make them even more fun!

    18 designs each in 3 sizes SML Check Sizes

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  • These carriages are just what we need in this super fast age we now live in. They remind us of slower and quieter times. What better designs to make a quilt to relax and snuggle in?  

    9 Designs each in 3 sizes MLJ Check Sizes


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  • These are great designs for quick projects. So far I have seen them on sweat shirts, aprons and even a tissue cover! See the companion set - DES-Filled Deer

    I've stitched these designs in black on white so you can easily see the details. But experiment with colors! I think they would be really pretty in gold on a dark fabric. They also work very well in variegated thread.

    12 Designs each in 3 Sizes SMLJ Check Sizes

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  • After the Canine Hipsters were so well received, the cats had to have their place too! You will find among them one of my two boys - Bronko Billy.

    27 Designs each in 3 sizes MLJ Check Sizes

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  • Hipsters were young adults in the 1990's that followed a movement from the 1940's and among other things favored vintage and thrift store clothing. These doggies have done their shopping and are ready to proclaim their independent thinking. They sure have style and attitude!

    12 Designs each in 3 sizes MLJ Check Sizes

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  • Great quick stitching designs for those that love the romance of the lighthouse.

    Six designs each in 3 Sizes MLJ Check Sizes

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  • Combine these designs with full color trains for a great quilt. Or stitch one on a shirt or jacket for the train enthusiast.  

    9 Designs each in 3 sizes MLJ Check Sizes

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  • Great for quick Father's day gifts - or anyone that loves fishing! Put them on clothing, pillows, a lap quilt or a framed picture for the den. Try them in different colors - Dark blue on denim, cream on dark green or red on black.

     9 Designs each in 3 sizes MLJ Check Sizes



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  • Glamour girls are always fun to add to all kinds of projects - from clothing to handbags to linens.

    6 Designs each in 3 sizes MLJ Check Sizes

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  • You can always please a cat lover with an embroidered kitty. Perfect for adding to a shirt or combine with *kitty fabrics* for a cute lap quilt.

    6 designs in each in 3 sizes MLJ Check Sizes

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  • Pretty fairies for quilts, bags and clothing. Try them in pastel colors with lots of crystals - a young girl will love them! They would also look nice in variegated thread.

    6 Designs each in 3 Sizes MLJ Check Sizes

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  • Pretty fairies for quilts, bags and clothing. Try them in pastel colors with lots of crystals - a young girl will love them! They would also look nice in variegated thread.

    6 Designs each in 3 Sizes MLJ Check Sizes

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  • BFC1238 Goldwork Crosses
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    Some unique crosses for year round use. I stitched three in gold metallic and three in gold thread. Both were easy to stitch with very few jumps!

    6 Designs each in 3 sizes MLJ Check Sizes


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  •  These are great designs for quick projects. So far I have seen them on sweat shirts, aprons and even a tissue cover! 

    I've stitched these designs in black on white so you can easily see the details. But experiment with colors! I think they would be really pretty in gold on a dark fabric. They also work very well in variegated thread.


    12 Designs each in 4 Sizes SMLJ Check Sizes

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  • Different styles of horses to give you a lot of choices. Try them in dark brown thread on a cream colored denim shirt or white on dark denim.

    9 Designs each in 3 sizes MLJ Check Sizes

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  •  Great, fast stitching designs, that can be done in a lot more colors than just black! Try the leaves in greens or oranges, the pumpkin in orange, or try any of them in metallic thread on rich autumn colors for great fall and Thanksgiving linens. The scarecrow in black would be great for a child's trick or treat bag! 15 Designs in all!

    15 Designs each in 3 sizes MLJ Check Sizes


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  • Zebras make lot of people smile! They can be used for quilts, clothing, handbags - just about any kind of project! Try them in Gold metallic on black, or a color that coordinates with your fabrics. Combine them with Decorative Elements Series Filled Zebras for larger projects.  Also see our other Decorative Elements Designs: Blackwork Giraffes, Filled Giraffes, Blackwork Guinea Hens, Filled Guinea Hens, Blackwork Horses and Filled Horses.

    12 Designs each in 3 Sizes MLJ  Check Sizes

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  • Sweet Giraffes, Pensive Giraffes, Preening Giraffes - all kinds of Giraffes!!! They can be used for quilts, clothing, handbags - just about any kind of project! Try them in Gold metallic on black, or a color that coordinates with your fabrics. Combine them with Decorative Elements Series Filled Giraffes for larger projects.

    12 Designs each in 3 Sizes MLJ  Check Sizes

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  • BFC1178 The Passion of Christ
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    The Passion of Christ is central to Christian beliefs. These designs picture the last 12 hours of Christ's life as described in the Gospels. The faces and bodies in these designs are stitched in white. I can see the designs stitched on purple with gold thread instead of black.

    12 Designs each in 3 Sizes SMLJ Check Sizes

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  •  Twenty four fun, quick stitching designs without any jumps! Some are totally fantasy and some are *almost* realistic. They can be used for all kinds of projects - even covering up a stain that wouldn't come out as I did with the giraffe! 

    24 Designs each in 3 sizes MLJ Check Sizes

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  • Fifteen sophisticated Egyptian designs. Combined with Egyptian fabrics, these would make a nice large quilt. Also try stitching them in gold metallic on black or a dark rich blue.

     15 Designs each in 3 sizes MLJ Check Sizes

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  • Use these designs as Quilt in the Hoop Blocks, or eliminate the border and use them as accent designs on any project. I can picture a quilt made with bird prints, various solid coordinating colors and the designs stitched in one of the main colors in the fabrics. Or stitch them in medium blue without the borders on a sheer summer curtain.

     15 Designs each in 3 sizes MLJ  Check Sizes

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  • Lots of shells to add to quilting project or use as an accent to towels, linens, bags, or a bathing suit cover up!

    9 designs each in 3 Sizes MLJ Check Sizes

     

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  • Great designs for a rose quilt! Combine with rose print fabrics. They will also make great accent designs on a blouse, a tote bag - or make a pretty new table cloth for spring and summer. 

    15 Designs each in 3 Sizes MLJ Check Sizes

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  • These are Guinea Hens with an attitude! They can be used for quilts, clothing, handbags - just about any kind of project! Try them in Gold metallic on black, or a color that coordinates with your fabrics. Combine them with Decorative Elements Series Filled Guinea Hens for larger projects.

    12 Designs each in 3 Sizes MLJ Check Sizes

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  • Very unusual black work designs based on lace from Hungary.

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  • These fun horses can be used for quilts, clothing, handbags - just about any kind of project! Try them in Gold metallic on black, or a color that coordinates with your fabrics. Or use them in black with bright fabrics as I did on my Lap Quilt *in progress* shown. Combine them with Decorative Elements Series Filled Horses for larger projects.

    12 Designs each in 3 Sizes MLJ Check Sizes

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  • These snowflakes coordinate with our QIH Three Christmas Stockings. Or use them on all kinds of Christmas stockings. You receive the 15 snowflakes each in 3 sizes ranging in size from just an inch to 6.8 inches. The majority of them will fit in a 4x4 hoop!

    45 Designs Check Sizes

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  • I created these designs from Chinese Indigo images. But as you can see they can be done in any color and are perfect for adding lots of Bling! Most have none or few jump stitches and work up quickly. They are perfect for clothing or summer linens. The vest shown is made from very soft fabric and I used Vilene - a water soluble stabilizer - to keep the drape of the fabric even though I added many designs.

    18 Designs each in 3 Sizes SML Check Sizes

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  • Try these designs in different colors and types of thread - metallics and variegated for example. Or add some crystals to make them pop! These design coordinate with our Persian Flowers and Birds Quilt Squares that will be available soon. Between the two sets there are plenty of options for a large quilt! There is a quilt that uses these designs and new ones here:
    BFC1027 Persian Flowers and Birds Quilt Set

    18 Designs each in 4 sizes SMLJ Check Sizes


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  • Make a lap quilt or play mat for your favorite child to help them learn their animals. Use sashing of bright colored flannel to put it together and make name tags of felt for them to match up with the animals. Or choose their favorite animal and stitch it on shirts or PJ's. The outline around the square is a separate color stop so you can choose not to stitch it. Designs come in Small, Medium, Large and Jumbo.

    18 Designs each in 3 Sizes SML Check Sizes

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  • Perfect for completing wall hangings or making a quilt. Many boys would love a safari quilt - alternate the embroidered blocks with animal print fabrics. Or use one as an accent design on a casual shirt.

    These designs can be used with our Safari Series designs also.


    9 Designs each in 4 sizes MLJ Check Sizes


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  • Because so many are making things for our troops, I thought a set like this would would make great quick projects or as accents with other patriotic designs. Quiltables can be used as quilt blocks, for quilting a large area or as accent designs. The outline stitches as a separate color so you can choose whether or not to use it.
    This set comes in 4 sizes: small, medium, large and jumbo

    BONUS: You will receive full instructions with lots of pictures for the THREE HOUR QUILT (same instructions as BFC937 Leaf Quiltables (time doesn't include embroidery time). Great for those that have never done any quilting!

    18 Designs each in 3 Sizes SML Check Sizes

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  • A set for all kinds of projects or when you just need some quick bling. Do them in metallics for fancy or Holiday projects or tone on tone for kitchen, bed or bath linens. You get 18 designs each in 4 sizes - from 4x4 to Jumbo!

    These designs are very appropriate for adding crystals and other *bling* embellishments. I've added some crystals to some of the samples to give you some ideas. You can tuck crystals in between any of the swirls.

    18 Designs each in 4 sizes SMLJ Check Sizes


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  • These designs have no jumps for easy stitching and can be used individually or grouped as shown on the samples. I took these designs from ancient Chinese tapestries and textiles that were done in Indigo blue and white. The last three designs are much smaller than shown - it is best to click on *Check Sizes* below to see the dimensions of the various designs. There are enough variations in size that they will work well for garments using the larger designs on the body and the small ones on the sleeves or collar. Another use would be linens with the larger designs on a tablecloth and the small ones for the napkins.

    You will receive actual size templates for the two arrangements I used.

    18 Designs each in 3 sizes SML Check Sizes

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  • Medieval embroiderers used vibrant, rich colors they could obtain from the earth. Reds, Blues, Greens and Ochres abound. These designs stitch with no jumps except for a few facial features and the outlines on the shields. They are appropriate for quilts, linens and wall hangings, but would also make interesting designs for a tote bag or the pocket of a garment.

    15 Designs each in 3 Sizes SML Check Sizes

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  • These designs can of course be used in Western style quilts, but I can see many other uses. for example, stitch one or more of the cowboys and cows going across the back of a denim shirt. Try them with a dark gold thread on dark blue denim. It will give a more subtle look that many men prefer for embroidery. Or try dark blue thread on a light blue denim. Sometimes the more subtle embroideries can be even more impressive than the dramatic ones. The embroidery seems to become a part of the fabric. The designs can be grouped for pictures, strung together to make table runners, added to towels or other linens, or just one accenting the front of a blouse. These designs have no jumps except for two designs that have jumps on the facial features.  

    15 Designs each in 3 sizes SML Check Sizes

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  • When I came across a vintage French catalog I couldn't resist creating these designs. I think they would look great on guest towels, or perhaps grouped as a picture for the bath or other places that need a little perking up. They would also would be fun on a robe or dressing gown.

    6 Designs each in 2 sizes ML Check Sizes

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  • Roosters are always fun designs. These have no jump stitches so will be great for fast gifts. They will of course work well on towels and other linens, but will also be a cute addition to a shirt or scarf.


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  • Quick stitching one color designs to add lots of pizzazz to your projects. This set coordinates with Crystal Flowers. Some of the 4x4 designs are split so you can still stitch a large embroidery. You can see the details by clicking on *Check sizes* below. 

    15 Designs each in 3 sizes SML Check Sizes

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  • This is the second of two sets. The companion set is Oriental Lace - Fauna. All of the designs can be stitched on regular fabric, tulle or organza. The designs with satin borders can be made freestanding if stitched on tulle or organza. The sachet below is stitched on tulle. You will receive instructions for the samples shown in the pictures. This set is very versatile. You can make items like I have below, or make medallions and stitch them on clothing or linens, make a sheer curtain using the border and scattering lace designs throughout or combine several of the designs for an allover lace effect. There are no jumps (except to the satin stitch border) so they stitch up quickly and easily.  

    21 Designs each in 3 sizes ML Check Sizes

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  • This is the first of two sets. The second will be Oriental Lace - Flora. All of the designs can be stitched on regular fabric, tulle or organza. The designs with satin borders can be made freestanding if stitched on tulle or organza. I stitched the sun catcher below on organza without needing any stabilizer. You will receive instructions for the samples shown in the pictures. This set is very versatile. You can make items like I have below, or make medallions and stitch them on clothing or linens, make a sheer curtain using the border and scattering lace designs throughout or combine several of the designs for an allover lace effect. They are also appropriate for quilting designs. There are no jumps (except to the satin stitch border) so they stitch up quickly and easily. I stitched the cranes on a nightgown made of very stretchy satin Lycra and as you can see, they are very appropriate for knit fabrics.

    21 Designs each in 3 sizes ML Check Sizes

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  • These designs are reminiscent of the wonderful ceramic tiles made during the Art Nouveau period. The tiles often had many coats of glaze and were also often three dimensional. Combined with the designs in Art Nouveau Quilt Squares I you will have enough to make a full size quilt or use individual designs for pillows, towels, table runners or any place you need some bright color.

    15 Designs each in 3 sizes SML Check Sizes

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  • Another addition from the popular Vintage French Cartoons series
    6 Designs each in 3 sizes SML


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  • These designs are taken from Vintage French Cartoons.

    6 Designs each in 3 sizes SML


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