Daffodils

"Daffodils"

(Punch Needle Pattern)

Now available in my Etsy shop Briar cottage:

https://www.etsy.com/shop/briarcottage

A wonderful Monday morning to you all! Spring has sprung, yea!

Daffodils have popped outside, what about bringing those beauties inside.

My newest release does just that...."Daffodils"

This is a 1, 2 & 3 strand punch. The model was punched using DMC for the detail work and Rustic moire wool thread for the background. It is punched on weavers cloth. This beautiful floral would look amazing as a decorative pillow or framed as a spring addition in your decor. 

It measures 10" high by 8 1/4 wide.

Stay safe, stay well......Kate

Buzzzz

Good Afternoon everyone,

Popping in to show you my newest punch needle embroidery pattern. It's called "Buzzzz". Now available in my Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/briarcottage. It is a 1, 2 & 3 strand punch, measures 8" x 8" and comes color coded using DMC floss. Bees seem to be all the rage this spring! This bumble is looking to the daisies and squash flower for pollen.

Hope all is well in your household,

Stay well and safe!

Kate 

A Cottage Welcome

Good morning everyone,  

I’m not sure how things are going in your neck of the woods. Here in Pittsburgh Spring is in the air, not sure how long it will last? But it’s coming! Yea!!! The daffodils and snowdrop are peeking there heads out of the ground and the sun is shining, finally! To welcome in the Spring I have designed “A Cottage Welcome”. Now available in my Etsy store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/briarcottage It is a 1, 2 & 3 strand punch, color coded using DMC. The model is punched on weavers cloth using the 1 & 3 strand CTR brand needles. I can’t say enough about the quality of these needles. If you’ve never tried them, give them a try. Wishing you a wonderful day, As always ENJOY......Kate

Pumpkins Squared

"Pumpkins Squared"

Hello everyone, The Last of my Fall/Halloween patterns for this season. 

This is a Punch Needle Pattern, The Model was done on Weavers cloth, using 2 & 3 strands of floss.

It measures 5 1/2" x 5 1/2".

Both the 2 and 3 strand can be worked using your red 3 strand CTR Needle.

It comes color coded using DMC only for suggested colors, and also includes the thread count and where to use it.

Available now in my Etsy Shop:

https://www.etsy.com/your/shop/briarcottage

Halloween will be upon us shortly, But fall is still here for at least another month...Enjoy this beautiful season.

Great day to you all, 

Kate

Winter White Embroidery Pattern

"WINTER WHITE" - Embroidery Pattern

Hi everybody, Hope your day is starting out as wonderful as mine.

This little snowman is coming to you in time for Christmas. 

It is my newest series of Embroidery Patterns.

I hope you are as excited as I am Embroidery seems to making a comeback, thanks to all the designers out there. 

Winter white is available in my Etsy shop. 

https://www.etsy.com/shop/briarcottage

Make sure if you want the embroidery, that you are in the embroidery patterns section. 

He is available as a Printed Pattern, which includes the option of Printed Pattern only, Printed Pattern + weavers cloth or Printed Pattern + Pre printed weavers cloth. By the way Weavers cloth is wonderful to embroider on. You will not want to get the Pre printed pattern wet. It may bleed into your embroidery. If you have never tried it, here's your chance!

He is also available as an Instant Digital Download, If you can't wait to get started!

I do hope you have a wonderful day, also let me take this opportunity to Thank each and every one of you,  because of your patronage to my shop I am able to keep my shop open for another year.

Thank you,

Kate 

Spell Bound

Color coded using DMC

Model worked on weavers cloth

using 1 & 3 CTR needles

1, 2 & 3 strand punch

8" wide x 8" high

Available as a instant download that you print off your computer

or 

paper pattern (comes in the mail)

also available as an option with the Printed pattern listing.

you can opt to have it pre printed on weavers cloth.

or just add a fat quarter of plain weavers cloth.

You can find the pattern along with many more Fall Patterns in my Etsy shop:

https://www.etsy.com/shop/briarcottage

Fall is in the air, the days are getting cooler, just wonderful!

Enjoy your day and thank you for your interest in my artwork.

Kate

Wolf

“ Wolf ”

My newest punch needle pattern, Available now in my Etsy shop:

https://www.etsy.com/shop/briarcottage 

7 1/2” High by 5 1/2” Wide

Model is punched on Weavers cloth, using a 1 & 3 strand CTR needle.

Strand count included for your convenience.

It comes with a color code using DMC only.

Something different, Enjoy! Kate

Sunflower

"Sunflower"

I have noticed that designers are heading into Fall patterns. I just can't get there yet!

The sunflower still reminds me of summer but Fall seems to be the preference for this little beaut!

This is a 1, 2 and 3 strand punch. Mostly 1, and 3 for the background.

It comes to you color coded using DMC floss.

I used the 1 and 3 strand CTR needles, which I do prefer for detail work.

It is punched on weavers cloth. 

I would like to add this punch to a pillow for my kitchen. I will use a preformed pillow from a big box store, the search is on. If I have an opportunity I will post a pic.

This Punch Needle pattern is now available in my Etsy shop:

https://www.etsy.com/shop/briarcottage

Have a wonderful weekend everyone,

Kate

Potted Coneflower

"Potted Coneflower"

The arrival of summer heat always brings on the blooms of the beautiful Coneflower.

Mine have disappeared but I see there outstanding color in many a garden around Pittsburgh.

This is detail punched using the 1 strand CTR needle and the background is done using 3 strand of floss and the 3 strand CTR needle.

It measures 6" High  x  7 1/2" wide

Color coded using DMC floss.

It is now Available in my Etsy Shop as a Punch Needle Pattern but can also be used for embroidery just follow the color code. 

Here's the link:

https://www.etsy.com/shop/briarcottage

Have a wonderful day, stay cool!

Kate

Hill Top

Good Wednesday afternoon to you!

I had a request for a view of mountains, This is where my mind went to...distant mountains, a bear, wildflowers, cabin and still waters. 

This is a one and 3 strand punch. 

I used the one strand and 3 strand CTR needles. 

The sample is punched on weavers cloth.

It comes color coded using DMC floss oly.

It measures 8" wide by 6" high.

The pattern is now up for sale in my Etsy shop:

https://www.etsy.com/shop/briarcottage

I would also like to wish you a wonderful and safe 4th of July!

Enjoy, Kate

Still Waters

"Still Waters"

"Red Sky at night sailors delight, Red sky in Morning sailors take warning"!

This is DMC floss punch needle. It is worked using 1, 2 & 3 strands of Floss.

It included a color code so you know where to place colors and how many threads to use. 

It measures 6 inches wide by 9 1/2 inches tall.

Now available in my Etsy shop: 

https://www.etsy.com/shop/briarcottage

Hope you are all enjoying your Spring?

 Mine has been quite busy with family events and happenings. 

Hope to get back on track here soon. 

Enjoy,

Kate

Lakeside

"Lakeside"

My newest pattern for Spring. 

It is color coded using DMC only.

It is punched using 1, 2 & 3 strands, Thread count guide included.

It's punched on weavers cloth, using a 1 & 3 strand CTR needles.

Available now in my Etsy Shop:

https://www.etsy.com/shop/briarcottage

Have a wonderful Day, Kate

Memorial Poppies

"Memorial Poppies"

A few weeks back I had a request to design a Memorial Day poppy.

I will be honest I had never heard of it.

It seems poppies have been a symbol of remembrance since World war I.

I am pleased and honored to have a part in

the remembrance of fallen soldiers.

If you would like to learn more on the Memorial day poppy.

Here is a link:

https://www.maritime-executive.com/features/the-poppy-a-symbol-of-memorial-day

In Flanders Fields

by John McCrae, May 1915

In Flanders fields the poppies blow

Between the crosses, row on row,

That mark our place; and in the sky

The larks, still bravely singing, fly

Scarce heard amid the guns below.

We are the Dead. Short days ago

We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,

Loved and were loved, and now we lie

In Flanders fields.

Take up our quarrel with the foe:

To you from failing hands we throw

The torch; be yours to hold it high.

If ye break faith with us who die

We shall not sleep, though poppies grow

In Flanders fields.

Pattern is now available now in my Etsy shop:

https://www.etsy.com/shop/briarcottage

Have a wonderful Day,

Kate

Carrots for applique

Here's a fun project.

Punch needle carrots for applique work. The pattern comes with 5 various sizes of carrots to punch, the largest is 4" x 2".

Color coded using DMC, punched using a 3 strand CTR needle. a little bit of 2 strand work.

when finished, I appliqued the punch to a pre bought pillow cover. Embroidered the root system using the embroidery guide that comes with the pattern and added the wool strips for the carrot tops. 

The pattern is now available in my Etsy shop:

https://www.etsy.com/shop/briarcottage

Wishing you a wonderful day, Enjoy

Kate

Valentine Kisses

Good Monday morning everyone.. The first new punch of 2019. It’s called “Valentine Kisses”. It is a 1, 2 & 3 strand punch using DMC floss. It includes the valentine punch and the hearts (kisses). It also includes where I punch the different strands of floss. ALSO: I’ve added a video on you tube...for the how to assemble and finish. Here’s the link: https://youtu.be/NHjpOkzRVYU..... There are other informative videos on my YouTube channel... do check them out. The pattern is available printed or download in my Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/briarcottage. Have a wonderful day and a wonderful New Year......Enjoy, Kate Gillery

Circle design

Circle design for the 8" Auburn hoops

8" Auburn hoop

beautifully designed awesome hoop.

Close up of pattern.

Good Monday morning, the sun is finally shining today, Whoot whoot!

I am still excited about these new Auburn frames:

https://auburnhoops.co/ 

I did try and punch in it, but to be honest...I cannot punch nicely and comfortably in a hoop. So I very quickly switched to my frame. I guess it's all in what you get used to. 

It did seem to hold nicely. I think it's a wonderful alternative for finishing. (no sew right)

They come in many shapes and sizes.

Back to the punch.

This is a 8" diameter punch needle pattern. Color coded using DMC. It is a three strand punch, on weavers cloth using CTR 3 strand needle.

Fun all season punch!

Here's the link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/briarcottage

Enjoy the day hope the sun is shining for you,

Kate

Tomte mini

"Tomte Mini"

Good morning!

Another Mini for your tree. Pattern does not include decorating instructions. 

The listing is the punch pattern only.

 Visit my Etsy shop: 

https://www.etsy.com/shop/briarcottage

Enjoy your day,

Kate

A Christmas Moon & Auburn hoop frames

 Introducing the Auburn Hoop Frame

"A Christmas moon"

Close up, hello Mr moon

Good Monday Afternoon to you all!

First I am so excited to introduce you to the Auburn hoop frame.

https://auburnhoops.co

A great alternative to framing. It works just like a normal hoop, except....wait for it...

IT'S ALSO A FINISHING FRAME.

AWESOME RIGHT?

I will be making some more patterns to fit in the various sizes offered. But for now 

A Christmas moon fits right into the 8" classic frame!

Now I'm not sure if you can punch in it. I'll let you know, 

working on a new pattern and I'll give it a try.

Now for info on my newest pattern.

"A Christmas moon"

It is a 3 strand punch, worked using a 3 strand CTR needle.

It comes color coded using DMC Floss.

It measures 8" in diameter.

the model is punch on weaver cloth.

There is also a video on how to finish it, if you choose not to go for the Auburn frame at

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cl5oXJEtRRM

An exciting day, let me know what you think!

Have a wonderful day,

Kate

Midnight watch

Popped in on this beautiful September day to announce this fall punch needle pattern.

"Midnight watch"

This is a 1, 2 & 3 strand punch

Color coded using DMC

It measures 7 1/2" x 7 1/2"

This one also includes a separate thread count guide.

Please let me know if you like this setup. 

Available as a download (pdf) or a printed snail mail pattern.

Making this short and sweet, heading outside to do a little much needed work in the garden.

Have a wonderful day!

Enjoy,

Kate

Lots going on

Four New FINISHED punch needles are now available in my Etsy shop.

Please keep in mind these are my models for my patterns so there is just one available for each punch, when there gone there gone.

Also please make sure when ordering that you are on the finished punches not the pattern listing.

https://www.etsy.com/shop/briarcottage

Twiggs has Sold, Thank you

Also I have listed 3 new minis patterns.

They are no bigger than 3" and are punched using a 1 strand CTR needle and 1 strand of floss.

And last but not least. The copper hangers I use on the minis are also available.

Wishing you a wonderful day!

Enjoy, Kate