Dog Lovers

 I am really not sure how many years ago I purchased the chart pack Dog Lovers by Puntinipuntini. The design features a prominent house with a pooch perched on the staircase and the phrase 'Dog lovers live here" emblazoned on the rooftop. It came with two buttons and a pin. Stitch Count: 74W x 91H. The recommended fabric was 32ct Belfast Gray linen by Zweigart.

 

I chose a piece of 16ct aida in a mottled blue/tan from my stash. I started stitching it and then for some reason put it aside to stitch other things. I decided I needed to concentrate on getting some of my many WIP's finished. Not sure how I will finish this one but at least the stitching is now done.

 

 

 

Free Stitch Friday - June 2026

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The free chart for Jun 2026 is Sweetly Sayin’: 4th of July. This festive little design is packed with patriotic charm featuring classic Americana motifs, waving flags, stars, stripes, and a celebration of freedom that’s perfect for your summer stitching.

The stitch count is 72x62 and the model was stitched on 32 Taupe, Lugana using Color and Cotton floss. I chose a piece of 16ct Faline aida by Color and Cotton. DMC 642 is the closest color to the fabric. I am using Victorian Motto Sampler Shoppe floss: Long May It Wave (red), Betsy Ross (blue) and Anchor white. I added Antique Gold to the mix because the white lettering did not show up well enough for me. The finished size on 16ct will be 4 5/8 x 3 7/8.