Pattern of the Week - September 8, 2012

I've seen numerous blog posts, facebook posts, etc. in the past 2 weeks calling on everyone in the stitching world to support one specific cross stitch company (which I will NOT name, but I'm sure most of my readers will know exactly who I'm talking about - and yes, I have purchased from there myself).  I'm happy to see stitchers rallying together, but I think it's important to remember there are MANY independent designers and companies out there that are trying to survive in a world where so many think it's OK to violate copyright laws, etc.

So instead of picking just one pattern of the week for you to look at, I'm going to post a bunch of links to some of my favorite designers and websites where they can be purchased and I challenge each & every one of you to take a moment to look at some of the others that don't air their dirty laundry all over the internet to gain sympathy and sales, and see what beautiful works they have that can be stitched.

Rovaris Cross Stitch 

 

Gecko Rouge Cross Stitch 

 Sue Hillis Designs

Lanarte

Elizabeth Almond - Blackwork Journey  

Vermillion Stitchery

Military X-Stitch

Beach Cottage Stitchers 

Carrol Nielsen  

I could keep going with a list that goes on & on, but I think you get my point.  Don't be afraid, look around.  You just might be pleasantly surprised and what you find that you never knew existed.

Happy Stitching!