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

Farewell 2019

First let me apologize for not posting for a couple months. I am still around just taking a break from punching. I’m teaching myself how to weave tapestries. Plus doing a little rug hooking in the interim. What fun! So much fun that time got away from me. 

Forgive me?

That being said, I would like to say goodbye to 2019!

What a year, many changes this year.....enough that my mental is suffering a bit. I am starting to settle in, hoping with the new year I can find my peace of mind again!

This year I am hoping, not a resolution mind you, no pressures....there is enough of that in our lives now a days, right? 

 I’d like to design & post one or two punch needle patterns a month. Take time to work on my rug hooking, post WIP pics & post the pattern (Let me know if you would like that)? Plus, find time for weaving, spinning and dying wool & yarn.  If you would like me to post pictures of my ventures, let me know your favorites....I’ll be glad to do so, Write a comments, here, on Facebook or Instagram. Sounds like I’ll be busy....lol.

Fiber, Fiber, Fiber...whooopppppie!

Bring it on 2020, looking forward to a new year,

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

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

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

In my Easter Basket

"In my Easter Basket" 

Punch Needle Pattern

Here at Briar Cottage the sun is shining..and all is well! 

Pastels, Pastels, Pastels

An Easter Offering.  Carrots, dyed eggs, and a bunny Rabbit.

Here we have all three.

Worked up using Pastel DMC, this is a three strand punch, done on weavers cloth using a CTR 3 strand Needle.

Now available in my Etsy shop as a download or Printed pattern.

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

Wishing you a sunny Day!

Kate

Bunny hop

“Bunny hop”

Good afternoon everyone!

Popping in to introduce you on this winter's day, to a bit of Spring, oh how I long for it right now.

Bunny hop is my newest punch needle pattern, available now in my Etsy shop. Just in time for Easter.
Here's the Link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/briarcottage

It is punched on weavers cloth, using the one strand and three strand CTR needles. (Wonderful needles). Comes color coded using DMC floss. I have also included thread count guides. (which I will do from now on to all my patterns with different thread counts. It is available as a instant download or printed pattern with options for cloth...or printed on cloth.

Hope you all enjoy your day, stay safe and warm,
Kate

Pot Luck

Good day!

“Pot Luck”

Inspired for upcoming holiday St. Patrick’s day....this pot is full of shamrocks for luck.

It is a 3 strand punch, done on weavers cloth, measures 7 1/2” x 7 1/2”. It comes color coded using DMC floss. I used a 3 strand CTR needle which is my go to needle.

This pattern is now available in my Etsy shop :

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

Wishing you a wonderful day, stay safe and warm.....Kate

Key to my heart

Good afternoon!

It’s been a cold winters morning, A warmth comes over me as I look at my newest punch needle. A neutral palette Valentine or wedding design. It is offered with a DMC Color Code. A three strand punch using a 3 strand CTR needle. Punched on weavers cloth. 

Now available in my Etsy shop: 

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

Thank you everyone for your orders in the past, It’s you that keeps my business going.

Stay warm and cozy,

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

Olde Blue Eyes

Good evening, everyone

Hope you are staying safe and warm as the winter season sets in.

I don’t normally post in the evenings... 

I just couldn’t wait to introduce you to my newest punch needle design

“Olde Blue Eyes”

I do believe he has captured my heart, I hope he captures yours as well.

He measures: 7 1/4” high by 8 1/2” wide.

He comes color coded using DMC only.

It is a suggested 1, 2, & 3 strand punch.

 I suggest the eyes and glasses be punched using 1 & 2 strands. 

I punched it using 1 strand for more detail.
The rest is easily punched in 3 strand.

My preferred needles are CTR.
There are youtube videos to help you on your way using the CTR,
separating floss etc. here’s the link to my youtube channel: 

https://youtu.be/4mkXbR4McS8

To visit my Etsy shop go to: 

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

Thank you so much

Enjoy,

Kate

Candlelight

"Candlelight"

My newest Punch Needle Pattern now available in my Etsy shop:

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

It measures: 7 3/4" high by 5" wide

Comes color coded using DMC

It's a 1, 2, & 3 strand punch.

Available as a download or Printed snail mail Pattern

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

Great Oak

Happy October to you all!

My newest fall release

"Great Oak"

Punch needle pattern measures 6" by 6"

color coded using DMC

3 strand punch

Now available in my Etsy shop:

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

Enjoy your day,

Kate

Black tie affair

also available in a Mini 4" H x 3 1/2" W

“Black tie affair”

This adorable little snowman is about to attend his first Christmas ball, all decked out in his finery!

He is a punch needle pattern available in my Etsy shop:

Let’s see if I can get the link correct?

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

It is a 1, 2 & 3 strand punch I used a 1 strand and 3 strand CTR needle, on weavers cloth.

It is color coded using DMC only and is also strand count coded.  (7" H x 5 1/2" W)

I just saw a punch, sorry I don’t know your name, but thank you! She or he added a longer loop around the edge to create a fringe as such, loved it! So I gave it a try on this one! So much fun and a wonderful touch, thank you to the person that posted this method!

Hope you enjoy the first of 2018 Christmas punches more to come!

PS.......This is also available in a mini  4" H x 3 1/2" W !

Kate