Free Cross Stitch & Sewing Links

Google Translate works very well for cross stitch sites not in English:

http://translate.google.com/#

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This designer has cross stitch designs which look like they were influenced by traditional Quaker samplers:

http://libertyneedlework.blogspot.com/

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Here is the blog with free designs from the famous French designer Isabelle Vautier:

http://isav.over-blog.com/categorie-394086.html

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The Janlynn Design Company has monthly free charts and includes archives:

http://www.janlynn.com/FreeCrossStitchCharts.cfm

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A designer whose designs are primarily for children and also Christmas charts:

http://cantinhopontox.blogs.sapo.pt/

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Don't forget to keep up with the montly charts from Tom & Lily's 2010 SAL. At the end of the SAL, the charts are not archived.

http://www.uneanneepasse.com/

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And for something completely different: I love the look of "retro" fabrics and by this I mean fabrics and colors of the 1950's. I have been making pillows all summer long for my summer porch using "retro" fabrics and quilt blocks. I came across this pattern for making quilted mitt pot holders - it caught my attention because of the wonderful fabrics they used. Of course any fabric scheme can be used and the pattern is easy enough for beginners. A great way to personalize a kitchen.

http://sew4home.com/projects/kitchen-linens/580-retro-fun-quilted-mitt-pot-holders