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Cross Stitch Books and Leaflets

Books contain multiple patterns and finishing ideas. A single book, wisely chosen, can quickly expand a Cross Stitch Library.

Leaflets typically contain one or more patterns, but not as many patterns as a book. Leaflets have paperback covers.
Linda Calhoun's Heirloom Sampler Favorites - Leisure Arts
With fourteen exquisite samplers filled with sayings, borders, and floral motifs, stitchers will find many uses for Linda Calhoun's Heirloom Sampler Favorites whether they stitch the samplers as is, use individual borders and motifs for smaller projects, or combine elements from several samplers to create a unique statement.
Review - ABCs for Kids - Kooler Design Studios and Leisure Arts
Alphabet designs from Kooler Design Studios Designers Linda Gillum, Sandy Orton, and Donna Yuen. These designs will be useful for creating great personalized gifts for kids and for decorating a child's room.
Stitch Graffiti by Heather Holland-Daly
Stitch Graffiti by Heather Holland-Daly is a perfect book for beginning stitchers. The designs are fresh and easy. Unique finishing instructions are provided for each design.
101 Cross Stitch Christmas Creations
Over 100 designs from large to small grace the pages of 101 Cross Stitch Christmas Creations. From ornaments to door hangers to samplers and more, the book contains a wealth of ideas for finishing the patterns.
80+ Cross Stitch Kind Thoughts
80+ Cross Stitch Kind Thoughts from Kooler Design Studios has dozens of designs sure to please any stitcher.
99 Lovable Cross Stitch Pets
Ninety-nine Cross Stitch pet designs to stitch for cat lovers, dog lovers, ferret fanciers, fish fanatics, and more. Ordinary to Exotic pets are represented.
A Cross Stitch Christmas - Season of Joy
Review of Cross Stitch book - A Cross Stitch Christmas - Season of Joy from Craftways publications.
A Stitcher's Guide to Silk Thread - Kreinik
Get tips and techniques for working with Silk threads from Kreinik embroidery.
Barbara Baatz Hillman's Beautiful Cross Stitch Blooms
In Beautiful Cross Stitch Blooms, Barbara Baatz Hillman presents floral designs with her characteristic flair.
Barbara Baatz Hillman's Jewels from the Garden
Beautiful floral designs from Barbara Baatz Hillman of Kooler Design Studios with sayings and phrases.
Care Bear Baby Keepsakes
Create a cute and unique gift for a new baby with these Care Bear Designs from Leisure Arts.
Care Bear's Sketchbook
Back Stitch and Watercolor or Cross Stitch Care Bear motifs to stitch for many uses.
Care Bears Friends in Cross Stitch
Care Bear Patterns from Leisure Arts are sure to please fans of any age.
Christmas Cross Stitch - Over 500 Festive Motifs and Designs
Over 500 Christmas Motifs and Designs from Claire Crompton range in size from small and simple to large and complex.
Cross Stitch & Felt Purse Ensembles
Create Cross Stitch fashion with flair as you stitch up felt purses from cute to classic.
Cross Stitch Angels Book
All sorts of angels to stitch from simple to elaborate.
Cross Stitch Cuties
In Cross Stitch Cuties, David and Charles publishing presents cute designs from Claire Crompton, Joan Elliott, Jane Henderson, Ursula Michael, Joanne Sanderson, and Lesley Teare.
Cross Stitcher's Complete Companion Book
Great resource for Cross Stitch enthusiasts with many patterns and instructive information.
Disney Eeyore Stitch 'N Paint by Leisure Arts
Stitch an outline of Eeyore, add some watercolor paint, and create a work of art.
Dolphins and Whales - Cross Stitch Leaflet
Realistic designs from David & Charles.
Donna Kooler's 555 Country Cross-Stitch Patterns
Patterns from small to large with a country theme.
Donna Kooler's Cross-Stitch Flowers
Donna Kooler's Cross-Stitch Flowers offers floral charts of all sizes and types to stitch. More than 30 projects are included in the book. The black-and-white charts are clearly printed and easy to read.
Donna Kooler's Great Cross-Stitch Gifts Book
Find a pattern for a special gift.
Donna Kooler's Ultimate Stocking Collection - Leisure Arts
With fifteen stocking charts from the designers at Kooler Design Studios, stitchers are sure to find a pattern that is right for their needs.
Dye-Namic Florals Cross Stitch Leaflet
Use fabric dye to create a unique and stunning background for a Cross Stitch design.
Favorite Cross Stitch Books and Leaflets
Cross Stitch Books recommended by Cross Stitch Guide Connie G. Thomas
Karla Dornacher's One of a Kind by God's Design
Combine scrap booking and stitching with these scripture-themed designs.
Mary's Minis - Mary Engelbreit Cross Stitch Design from Leisure Arts
With more than 20 quick to stitch designs in an eight-page-fold-out leaflet, Mary's Minis will be great addition to any stitcher's library. Motifs include flowers, a teapot, a Scottie dog, a heart, and more. The tiny designs will be perfect for enhancing a scrapbook page, a greeting card, or a bookmark. Use waste canvas to add a motif to a t-shirt or jeans.
Native American Cross Stitch
Jane Elliot presents projects inspired by Native American art and culture. Ranging from simple to complex, these designs will be a joy to stitch and display.
Ornaments Galore - 50 Designs by Ursula Michael - Review
Trim the tree, deck the walls, or stitch up a special gift for family and friends with these 50 designs by Ursula Michael.
Polar Bears and Penguins Cross Stitch
Penguin designs so real they almost march off the Aida.
Quick and Clever Cross Stitch
Quick and Clever Cross Stitch by Helen Phillips contains eight sampler templates with over one thousand mix-and-match motifs to select from to create your own customized sampler.
Quick to Stitch Cross Stitch Cards
With numerous charts from favorite designers, Quick to Stitch Cross Stitch Cards offers designs suitable for making cards for almost every event and occasion you can imagine.
Snow Much Fun Cross Stitch
Snow Much Fun by Leisure Arts features thirteen projects created by designer Ursula Michael with snowfolk of all shapes and sizes.
So Girly! It's a Girl's World
Create cute characters from Leisure Art's So Girly world with cross stitch or use back stitch and Stitch 'N Paint techniques for even quicker results.
Stamp 'n Stitch Nature Cross Stitch
Review of Leisure Arts Leaflet Stamp 'n Stitch Nature
Sue Cook's Christmas Cross Stitch Collection
Sue Cook's Christmas Cross Stitch Collection includes over one hundred colorful Cross Stitch designs created to enhance your holiday celebrations.
Teresa Wentzler's Brilliant Plumage
Teresa Wentzler's Brilliant Plumage is a challenging pair of peacocks stitched in whole cross stitch with a few back stitches added for detail.
The Best Cross Stitch Designs From Donna Kooler
Compilation of Cross Stitch Designs from Kooler Design Studio
The Best of Barbara Baatz Hillman - Leisure Arts and Kooler Design Studios
With 20 designs, this book will be a great addition to a stitcher's library, especially those who like stitching flowers.
The Big Book of Cross-Stitch Designs
The Big Book of Cross-Stitch Designs - From Reader's Digest has charts and finishing ideas for hundreds of projects in a wide variety of themes. The charts are easy to read with a unique symbol and color for each floss color. I could barely turn a page without finding a chart that I would like to stitch.
The Cross Stitch Motif Bible
The Cross Stitch Motif Bible by Jan Eaton contains hundreds of motifs with information about how to create your own unique designs. Basic information about getting started with Cross Stitch including essential tools and supplies is outlined in the first chapter.
The Cross Stitcher's Bible - Fabulous Flowers
Jane Greenhof, Author of The Cross Stitcher's Bible, presents a collection of Fabulous Flower charts, as well as a wealth of information about stitching and ideas for projects.
The Needleworker's Companion by Shay Pendray
Shay Pendray's Needleworker's Companion is a small book packed with helpful information about needlework.
Travel the World with Cross Stitch Book
Designs based on the many cultures, landmarks, and countries of the world.
Wolves and Bears - Cross Stitch Leaflet
Easy to stitch realistic animal patterns.

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