Where Every Stitch Tells a Story.

Do You Long for a Creative Escape?

• Do you crave quiet, relaxing "me time" away from the digital noise and daily demands?
• Are you tired of generic, uninspired patterns and confusing, frustrating charts?
• Do you believe the very best gifts are handmade, useful, and filled with personal meaning?

If you nodded along, you're in the right place. I'm Carol, and I design blackwork patterns for stitchers like us.

Each design you'll find here isn't just a chart; it's a story, a memory, and a guaranteed peaceful escape. With meticulously clear instructions that have been tested and loved by fellow stitchers, you can finally relax, trust the process, and watch something beautiful bloom under your needle.

Explore the Collection

The Blackwork Rose

A quiet token of lasting love, and a perfect introduction to the art of floral blackwork.

“A rose by any other name would smell as sweet,” wrote Shakespeare in Romeo and Juliet. I’m not sure if my new boyfriend knew that quote, but I still remember the day he gave me a single red rosebud. He said it was a symbol of love at first sight. So simple. So sincere. And so romantic. That was over 45 years ago—and we’ve been married ever since. This blackwork rose is my stitched version of that memory: a quiet token of lasting love.

• Create a Heartfelt Gift: Stitch a timeless symbol of love that, unlike a real bouquet, will last a lifetime.
• Enjoy a Mindful Process: Simple, textured fills make this a wonderfully relaxing project to unwind with.
• Make It Your Own: Charted in 2 classic colorways, or choose your own to match your décor or a loved one's favorite color.
• Details: Approx. 11.3 x 8.6 inches | Skill: Beginner to Intermediate

Our Stitchers Say It Best:

"This was an absolute joy to stitch. The chart was so clear and easy to follow, I never felt lost. I’m so proud of my finished rose and have already framed it!"

— Enid F., Stitched in red and green

Add Rose Pattern to Cart – £2.25

The Blackwork Fuchsia

Capture the magic of a fairy garden with a design that brings a sense of wonder to life.

“What are you doing?!” my mother gasped as she came into the garden. I was caught red-handed, plucking the fuchsias from her prized bush. “Making fairies,” I explained. “But they had too many legs, so I fixed them.” She paused. Looked closely. And then… smiled. That moment stayed with me, right down to designing this pattern. Whether you see them as fairies or ballerinas (like my niece does), this design is for those who believe in garden magic.

• Stitch a Touch of Whimsy: Create a charming piece that sparks joy and reminds you of childhood wonder.
• Discover Delicate Shading: Learn to build depth with soft shading techniques for a truly artistic finish.
• Add a Little Sparkle: Optional gold beading brings the blossoms to life with a magical glint.
• Details: Approx. 13 x 8.5 inches | Perfect for garden lovers

A Beautiful Finish:

— Beautifully stitched by M.E. Cattrall, Lancashire, UK

Add Fuchsia Pattern to Cart – £3.75

The Blackwork Water Lily

A stitched reminder to slow down, be present, and savour the beauty in every quiet moment.

Whenever I see a lily pond, it takes me straight back to lazy summer days in my grandparents’ garden. If I visited at just the right time, I’d catch the white blooms drifting gently among the lily pads—fragrant, still, and utterly captivating. There were blue dragonflies dancing above the water... and for a moment, it felt like time slowed down. That’s the feeling I wanted to capture with this pattern. A stitched reminder to take things slow, and savour the beauty in front of you.

• Find Your Calm: The perfect project for meditative stitching, allowing you to find a peaceful rhythm.
• Create Elegant Artwork: Subtle shading and delicate gold accents give this piece a serene, painterly quality.
• Beautify Your Space: Bring a sense of tranquility to any room with this graceful, floating bloom.
• Details: Approx. 11.4 x 5.6 inches | Perfect for a quiet afternoon

Stitched & Loved:

"This was so peaceful to work on. The final piece looks like a painting and brings such a sense of calm to my room. The chart was wonderfully clear."

— Sarah L.

Add Water Lily Pattern to Cart – £3.75

The Blackwork Irises

Stitch a powerful symbol of hope and wisdom, blooming with elegance and profound meaning.

In Greek mythology, Iris was the messenger of the gods. Her path across the sky painted the heavens with colour, and from that gift came the iris flower—a symbol of hope, wisdom, and beauty in all its forms. When I designed this chart, I wanted to capture that sweeping grace... a subtle nod to the artists who came before—Monet, Van Gogh—who painted with brushes. You’ll do it with your needle, one soft, thoughtful shape at a time.

• Give a Meaningful Gift: Perfect for celebrating a milestone, offering encouragement, or sharing a message of hope.
• Express Yourself with Colour: Charted in two stunning colourways—regal purples or cool blues—to match your mood.
• Master the Art of Shading: Simple fill patterns cleverly create the illusion of light and shadow with ease.
• Details: Approx. 10 x 7.5 inches | Ideal for symbolic gifts

Two Ways to Bloom:

The serene blue and silver version.

Add Iris Pattern to Cart – £3.75

Elizabeth’s Rose Bellpull

A heartfelt tribute in the style of a classic Victorian sampler. Stitch a personal story of elegance and strength.

When Her Majesty the Queen Mother turned 90, a beautiful pink rose was named in her honour. It inspired me to design this pattern as a personal tribute—a way to reflect her elegance, warmth, and quiet strength through stitching. I drew on the style of Victorian bellpulls, imagining one that could hang gracefully in a sitting room or hallway. Each block gives you a new fill to explore, building a sampler that’s meditative to stitch and full of heartfelt meaning.

• Enjoy a Meditative Journey: With a new fill pattern in each block, it's a varied and engaging project that never gets dull.
• Create a Lasting Tribute: A beautiful way to honour a memory, a person, or a deep appreciation for tradition.
• Add Classic Elegance to Your Home: The slim, graceful design makes a charming and unique piece of décor.
• Details: Approx. 4⅛ x 17⅜ inches | For lovers of sampler-style stitching

From A Fellow Stitcher:

"A truly special project. Each block was a new, delightful pattern to learn. It now hangs in my hallway and I feel a sense of pride every time I walk past it."

— Margaret K.

Add Bellpull Pattern to Cart – £3.75