LYKORIAS CROSS STITCH

Victorian Patterns

About the Cross Stitch Patterns

Most of my patterns are Victorian in style, though there are other types here and there.
I suggest that all of the patterns be stitched on the highest count Aida fabric as possible. (For instance Aida 22)Since the patterns are detailed, the higher count makes it look tighter.
These patterns aren't for beginners. *or at least not for beginners who wouldn't like a bit of challenge*
My patterns require a lot of patience and a lot of different thread colors, but the results are lovely.
These aren't kits. Maybe eventually I will kit them, but as of now you are only ordering the pattern.
All the patterns are counted cross stich, and will include the pattern, a color key, and instructions.
******SPECIAL****** if you send me a picture of one of my patterns as a completed project I will send you a free pattern of your choice. I am not sure how long I am going to do this, so send your pictures soon. :)
There are no backstitches or speciality stitches.
As of right now I am having trouble getting the cloth screens to import from the program I use to create my patterns. The pictures featured below however are nearly identical to the finished pattern.

Project Ideas and Hints

You can frame your finished project and put it up as a wall hanging.
Some projects can be sewn into pillows.
Stitch different themed holiday patterns and have a nice rotation of wall hangings. (i.e. Santa at Christmas and Erin go Bragh on St.Patricks Day)
These make great christmas presents, but here's a note -- START EARLY!--. Give yourself at least a few months before the date you want the present ready. Life gets busy espeacially around the holidays. I know from past experience what its like to be furiously stitching on Christmas Eve.:)
Matting your finished stiched design before you frame it can bring out the colors and make it look more professional.
If you want to jazz up your patterns you can add Krenik blending floss in pearl to some or all of your floss. You can also add mill hill glass beads(embordery sized) in strategic places.