Cross-Stitch Pattern A Day: 2010 Day-to-Day Calendar Read Free Books and Download eBooks
Contains 365 different cross stitch patterns. Cross-Stitch Pattern a Day: 2010 Day-to-Day Calendar
Calendar: 640 pages
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing; Pag Mul edition (August 1, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0740783785
ISBN-13: 978-0740783784
Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 5.8 x 1.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
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I received this calendar as a gift and I'm very happy! I can't say I will stitch all the patterns -- some aren't my taste -- but there are some cute ones in here. The only thing I would change is the charts. I see that some people like that the charts are recapped on the weekends with the colors, etc. I can see why they did it, but I don't find it very convenient. I would prefer the color chart with the pattern. I don't like to "peek ahead" in a calendar, so I have to wait for the weekend to see what threads I need for that day's pattern. I forsee a lot of cutting & taping in my future. :-)
I started getting the cross stitch calendars every year starting 3 years ago. Last year, the calendar was a real treat, and Ms. Spurlock follow it up again with another stunning collection. There is a wonderful mix of different designs, with a bit of something for everyone. There are a few country designs, there are all the signs of the zodiac, some great geometric designs, and a wonderful alphabet that runs through the year. I also fell in love with a series of four fairies, one for each season. There are designs for the eco conscious, and even a knight with a dragon that I just might make for my husband this coming Christmas!As always, every week the weekend provides the recap and gives you the numbers of which DMC floss to buy, and the back of every day gives a pattern in symbols. It is a wonderful system, and since most of the designs are between 5"X5" and 7"X7" (and combos thereof) you can accomplish most of these in a weekend or two. They make wonderful presents, and some of the smaller ones even make great Christmas ornaments!I highly recommend this for anyone who loves Cross Stitch or anyone who likes crafts and have been curious about cross stitch.
I have been collecting these calenders for several years now; they make great gifts and also have the perfect patterns for every occasion.
Just delightful!I have been after one of these wee calendars for ages and this is the first year I've managed to get a hold of one!So from a newbie's pov:I am a particular fan of the sturdy calendar box that doesn't fall apart! (Especially since I'm flipping through the pages to hunt up patterns!)I find the DMC colour chart at the beginning a thoughtful add in.I like the fact that it includes several mini-collections ie. zodiacs, alphabets, seasonals, bits and peices for various holidays, as well as a few repeated motifs for different patterns.The week at a glance page with all threads needed and dimensions are handy - I've taken to cutting them up and sticking the details onto the pattern itself for easy storage. Or just jotting them down on the page itself if I haven't made notes all over it!The patterns are really friendly - clearly printed, easily stitched, clear symbols (Yay!!!!!!!!!)Oh I know I probably won't stitch all of them but I like the fact that there are different designs outside of my tastes that I could make up as gifts!Am going to enjoy stitching these! Even if I don't get to stitch everyday - I get to be inspired by a new design each day!
I'm an avid cross-stitcher and I've already purchased Cross-Stitch Pattern a Day since year 2000. I've already done some of it's patterns but unfortunately, I find some of its patterns very "elementary" or too ordinary. However, there are also patterns which are really pretty and I made some as gifts. I suggest that they should also include quotes or bible-verses in their patterns OR they should have a theme every month like Some Things from the Kitchen for the whole month of December or Flowers of Spring for the whole month of March or April.The price is way much cheaper from [...],tooBut all in all ... Cross-stitch Pattern a Day is a must have for cross-stitchers like me.
I love this product and have purchased several past issues but missed 2008, though :(. The designs are simple to stitch and the finished pieces are very effective. The patterns are on small single pages so I don't have to cart around a heavy book or large pattern; easy to tuck my current project into my purse.I have used them for cards, trivets and coasters as well as small framed designs.I plan to order the 2011 calendar this fall so I won't miss out again.
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