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Riverdrift House Cross stitch designs by Amanda Stevenson
All the latest news about Riverdrift House, as published in Creative Poppy's newsletter.
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Samplers forever
Living in the English countryside and a great lover of antique needlework samplers, the designer draws much of her inspiration in traditional motifs, yet giving them a modern twist and personal touch. She has designed many a gorgeous sampler for Riverdrift House, such as the exceptional Sampler featured right that was created for the bi-centenary of the death of Jane Austen and hangs today in Chatsworth House, Derbyshire. Pictured right: Jane Austen Sampler (detail) |  |
 Jane Austen Sampler Riverdrift House |  Little Dutch Sampler Riverdrift House |  Paradise Found Sampler Riverdrift House |  Pink House Mini Sampler Riverdrift House |
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Pure Cross Stitch, pure Joy
Ever since she started Riverdrift House and designing professionally, Amanda Stevenson has consistently only used cross stitches for every one of her patterns. Keep it pure and simple seems to be her leitmotif. No backstitching, no fractional stitches, just pure cross stitches from one end of the design to another. This does not mean the designs are not intricate, quite the contrary. It does however make for easy and pleasant stitching, whether you are a beginner or an expert.
- Beginner cross stitchers will find it easy to complete the smaller patterns, stitching on 14 count Aida (see picture left)
- Experienced stitchers might want to stitch instead on 28 ct linen, over two threads of fabric. The design will be the same size but the feel will be more sophisticated and authentic. See our tips for stitching on linen.
- Expert stitchers can try some miniature stitching, over one thread, say on 25ct linen. The result will be stunning and since all patterns are full cross stitch only, it's no problem stitching over one thread. Why not give it a try?
Welcome to the world of Folkies
Folkies is the name given to Riverdrift House's latest series of patterns featuring couples wearing beautifully detailed traditional folk costumes. We love the way they stand tall and proud, looking us straight in the eyes. There are currently 6 designs in the collection. More coming soon!
Pictured right: Cornish Folkies (detail) |  |
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Ocean breeze, maritime motifs
In Cornwall, wherever you are, you are never far from the sea. Amanda Stevenson says she likes gazing at the bit of Cornwall which is right outside her windows. Ships, ocean waves, bunting flying in the wind, seagulls, all these maritime motifs are recurrent themes in her work, either as main designs (see below) or tiny nautical motifs that have slipped into a sampler (see right). Pictured right: Jane Austen sampler (detail with 3 mast ship) |  |
 Ahoy! Riverdrift House |  Ahoy! (detail) Riverdrift House |  Regatta Riverdrift House |  Regatta(detail) Riverdrift House |
Royals in residence
A collection of cross stitch patterns related to the United Kingdom's Royal family, including the official London residence of Buckingham palace and her majesty the Queen's Scottish summer residence of Balmoral. These charts are full of regalia, colorful flags and ensigns and fun detail such as the Queen's royal corgis. Coming very soon: a Royal Wedding!
>> see all Riverdrift House Royal patterns |  |
 Buckingham Palace Riverdrift House |  Buckingham Palace (detail) Riverdrift House |  Balmoral Castle Riverdrift House |  Balmoral Castle (deatil) Riverdrift House |
The mini series
So cute! A series of quick and easy miniature patterns to cross stitch. They all use the same colorway, making it easy to pair them on a wall. Pictured right: Mini House & Birds |  |
 Mini Long Dogs Riverdrift House |  Mini House & Birds Riverdrift House |  Mini Home Sweet Home Riverdrift House |
More pretty birds
Birds of a feather flock together. And so do Riverdrift House's cute little patchwork birds, some assembled quilt style (in blue), some more resting in their heart shaped nests (in red).
 Birds - Patchwork style Riverdrift House |  Four Little Birds' Nests Riverdrift House |  Flamingos Riverdrift House |
More Houses & Gardens
Houses comes in many shapes and color in Riverdrift House samplers. One of our favorites (below left) is the yellow House sampler with its bold colors and motifs full of interesting symbolism. The samplers show the English countryside in all its glory. There are benches, fountains, topiaries and many visiting animals in the grounds. And above all, flowers! Pictured right: Big House 2 |  |
 Yellow House Sampler Riverdrift House |  Spring Cottage Sampler Riverdrift House |  Big House 2 Riverdrift House |
And a Heart-felt Welcome
Welcome friends and family into your house with these decorative patterns in beautiful color schemes. They have a modern touch which will make them fit easily into a contemporary home. The square designs can be framed of mounted as pillow cushions and set against the back of a chair in the hallway. Pictured right: Home is where the heart is |  |
 Love Heart Riverdrift House |  Home is where the Heart is Riverdrift House |  Casa mia - Welcome Riverdrift House |
More patterns by Riverdrift House
Riverdrift House cross stitch patterns. Now, available as instant downloadable patterns, on Creative Poppy's website.
All patterns come with easy-to-read Color charts as well as an overview page for large charts.
There are more works by Amanda Stevenson on Creative Poppy's website, and many more to be added soon.
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