NEW THIS WEEK:
The Spirit of Christmas
Preparing for the holidays is a wonderful opportunity to connect with our spirituality and the good will we can experience in both ourselves and others. The joy of being present to God's gift to the world will naturally find expression in the things we do for our family and friends.
With a glad heart, we tune in to the festive decorations and the uplifting sounds of Christmas music as we busy ourselves with all the preparations. Humming our favorite carols, we can relish the time we spend in our sewing rooms, finishing up the gifts we are planning for friends and family.
Expressions of faith and joy are the inspiration for this week's new designs. The beauty of the first Christmas is depicted in panoramic panels, lace ornaments in Nativity designs, and samplers with Bible verses and Christmas carol sheet music.
In-the-hoop door hanger designs illustrate the story of the Nativity as told through the sounds and lyrics of favorite Christmas carols. And familiar and comforting familiar phrases and verses, such as "Joy to the World" and "Peace Good Will To All" are accompanied by traditional Christmas elements to add the Christmas spirit to shirt fronts, pillows, and tote bags.
Enjoy the new designs, and may the blessed spirit of Christmas be with you and yours.
Panels come in a value pack, but each may be purchased separately. Individually, these panels will make beautiful bell pulls or delightful door decor.
Available in two sizes: 3.05"X9.44" and 2.24"X6.87"
In a humble shelter, marked by the star, the Holy family made a bed for Baby Jesus in a manger.
Available in two sizes: 3.04"X9.43" and 2.24"X6.88"
Nativity Lace Nativity lace designs are a wonderful way to tell the story of the first Christmas from a tree, or as decorations in a window. Embroider the designs onto a piece of heavy weight water soluble stabilizer. Use the same thread in both top and bobbin. Then soak the stabilizer away. Dry, and press, and use as beautiful Christmas decorations! Also great as gifts to new home owners, newly-married couples, children, and grandchildren.
Available in one size: 3.03"X3.85"
Mary, mother of Jesus
Available in one size: 1.96"X3.85"
A shepherd from the hills near Bethlehem
Available in one size: 2.17"X3.85"
Gaspar, king of Tarsus
Available in one size: 2.93"X3.85"
A baby lamb
Available in one size: 3.85"X3.08"
Donkey in the stable
Available in one size: 3.88"X3.11"
Samplers with Spirit The story of the first Christmas is told in verses from the Bible and the words of poets. Such text has, over time, become beloved hymns and songs for church services and Christmas celebrations. These timeless messages of hope and joy find their home in artful designs that can be sewn for wall decor, table linens, Christmas totes, shirts, and more.
Available in two sizes: 5.79"X8.37" and 4.76"X6.86"
The words of the Old Testament prophet, Isaiah, are echoed in the chorus of Handel's Messiah. And, inscribed in this timeless design in the shape of an evergreen tree, symbolic of eternal life, this sampler vividly proclaims the good news of a Messiah who would come to save the world from sin.
Available in two sizes: 5.82"X6.99" and 4.84"X5.83"
The art of stained glass brings forth the spiritual beauty of the Nativity scene and the verse from Second Corinthians praising God for the gift of the Christ Child.
Available in two sizes: 5.83"X8.21" and 4.86"X6.84"
This cheerful little sampler portrays the joys of the season, with a reminder to thank God for his blessed gift. As in the Gospel according to St. Luke, these words of praise fill our hearts with gratitude as they once did for the shepherds in the hills above the little town of Bethlehem.
Available in two sizes: 5.88"X8.33" and 4.88"X6.89"
The Gospel proclamation from the Angel of the Lord, declares the good news.
Available in two sizes: 8.57"X5.82" and 6.86"X4.67"
A message of peace that is universal in its expression of spiritual hope for a troubled world. Wear eloquently on a warm shirt, sew on a tote. It's a holiday message that's appropriate all year long.
Available in two sizes: 9.42"X5.54" and 6.80"X4.02"
Glad tidings of Christmas Joy are eloquently expressed in the elements of this wondrous design. In the shining light of the star of Bethlehem, we see the Babe wrapped in swaddling and lying in the humble manger, the gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh close by, and the joyful proclamation that the birth is God's gift to the world.
Available in two sizes: 8.43"X5.86" and 6.85"X4.75"
"Joy to the World" is one of the most beloved carols of the Christmas season. This sheet music sampler will be beautiful nestled in pine boughs and poinsettias atop the piano. And, it's more than the perfect touch for sewing on a tote bag or book cover for members of the church choir.
Available in one size: 7.50"X 5.84"
The Christmas carol "Silent Night" began as a poem, written by the Austrian priest Joseph Mohr in 1816. Two years later, his poem was put to music by Franz Xavier Gruber, who composed it for guitar when they discovered the organ was not in working order for midnight Mass. As a sampler, this design, on everything from wall to table decor, will surely delight all who remember the simple melody and blessed message of this blessed Christmas carol.
Available in two sizes: 8.82"X5.82" and 7.42"X4.87"
Applique Photo Ornaments Applique ornaments in-the-hoop are easy to make and each attractive design doubles the joy with a special spot for your personal photo. They're light and will easily hang on the Christmas tree or from a garland in the window. Use a photos of friends or a favorite pet. Make one for each member of the family. Or, picture the children each year as they grow and build a tradition of keepsakes--every Christmas you can add to the ornament "album." For instructions, click here. A close-up photo works best. The round openings have a diameter of 1-3/4 inch. The rectangular openings are 1-1/4 by 1-3/4 inch.
An angel holds the key to the beauty of this little photo ornament. Whether you'd like to picture one of your own little angels or give the gift of a guardian angel to a friend, this design is the perfect choice.
Available in one size: 4.80"X6.74"
An applique with a bright holiday print or a striking lame fabric will make this star shine with a portrait of your favorite star.
Available in one size: 4.78"X6.35"
A vibrant holiday fabric for this applique bell photo ornament will ring from Christmas to the New Year.
Available in one size: 4.70"X5.68"
Joyfully display a photo of your favorite musician singing or playing in the curves of this French horn. We sewed our sample with gold lame applique fabric, which gives this design a melodious sparkle.
Available in one size: 6.68"X3.54"
Sewn on a small piece of velvet, this festive bow will perfectly frame a youngster's great big grin, or magnify the charm of a cute little kitty or perky puppy.
Available in one size: 6.09"X4.72"
Choose a wooly fabric for this little lamb, and add a photo of your favorite "little lamb." Children grow so very fast, but you will always remember each stage by making a keepsake photo ornament each year.
Available in one size: 5.69"X4.82"
The closing line from a verse of the most famous Christmas carol "Silent Night" bids us all the peace and joy of the night when Christ was born.
Available in two sizes: 4.61"X9.09" and 3.46"X6.82"
"O holy night! The stars are brightly shining. It is the night of the dear Savior's birth." The star over Bethlehem is glorious in this design, especially when sewn in gold thread on a blue applique fabric depicting the beautiful night sky.
Children who love the Christmas story told through the beloved carol "Away in a Manger" will delight in having this design for their doors.
Available in two sizes: 4.53"X9.12" and 3.40"X6.82"
Want to see more? Click here to see designs released in previous weeks!