Original needlework designs
direct from the designer

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original needlework designs
by British designer Christine-Ann Martin
established 1996


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We are an independent design studio offering a range of original cross stitch, blackwork and other specialist needlework designs. All products are exclusive to this website and cannot be purchased elsewhere.

 

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We have a small, but select portfolio of needlework designs to suit all tastes and abilities. These include our very popular range of blackwork designs, cross stitch samplers and more advanced designs for the discerning stitcher.


By ordering direct from the designer, customers are guaranteed a prompt service and personal attention. Products are always in stock and all orders are usually despatched within 24hrs.


All our needlework designs are offered as design charts or books only, giving customers the freedom and flexibility to use their preferred choice of fabric and threads from their own stock of materials. Charts are competitively priced with absolutely no hidden extras - the price you see is the price you pay as all postage, packing and handling charges are included.

 


Blue Mist sampler/needleroll

Blue Mist
Sampler / Needleroll

 

Pandora - Hardanger and counted stitch bellpull

Pandora
Hardanger Bellpull

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design collections


We invite you to browse our online catalogue which includes the following design collections:

BLACKWORK COLLECTION
Traditional style Elizabethan Blackwork Samplers and bookmark designs. Using a single colour of thread and focussing on the pattern and form of the stitches instead of a multitude of colours, these stylish and elegant designs will appeal to the stitching connoisseur and enhance any home.

HARDANGER AND COUNTED THREAD COLLECTION
Designs that go beyond cross stitch; Hardanger and speciality stitch needlework projects for the more adventurous stitcher, both newcomers and more experienced stitchers. High quality teaching chart books that include extensive instructions and professional diagrams for a trouble-free, enjoyable stitching experience and first class results, whatever your level of expertise. Our range includes projects for beautiful needlework samplers, needlerolls and a bellpull.

CROSS STITCH COLLECTION
Our cross stitch designs include a number of samplers to suit all stitching abilities from complete beginner to the more advanced stitcher. We also have a selection of other designs including colourful Celtic style animals, fruit and flower designs, designs for children including a popular baby sampler for the nursery, and small greeting card projects for Christmas.