Melinda J. Irvine

The Dying Plant

Cross stitch childhood love and loyalty. If you fancy a challenge how about this gorgeous replica of a departing soldier and his ladylove? Warning: this is a BIG project. #makeitbeautiful #crossstitchpattern

Cross stitch my beautiful cassowary design. Inspired by a real moment in 2012 when a young male Cassowary stepped out of the jungle into my path. #makeitbeautiful #crossstitchpattern

How about these 10 x cute Christmas baubles with light backstitches and little beads for extra bling? #makeitbeautiful #crossstitchpattern #xmasxstitch

Been wanting to cross stitch a Van Gogh masterpiece but don't want the hassle of a confetti? Try this one. #makeitbeautiful #crossstitchpattern

How about cross stitching the charming Mr Tod tricking Jemima Puddle-duck with a wily wink. #makeitbeautiful #crossstitchpattern

Cross stitch the front plate from Beatrix Potter's fabulous tale of Jemima Puddle-duck. #makeitbeautiful #crossstitchpattern

Cross stitch childhood dreams. How about this beautiful fine art replica of a sleeping child, surrendered to dreamland and the magic of fancy? #makeitbeautiful #crossstitchpattern

Cross stitch up some seaside mystery and magic with this gorgeous replica of the John Everett Millais masterpiece. #makeitbeautiful #crossstitchpattern

Beautiful cross stitch replica of Van Gogh's famous painting. Bold, challenging, lots of confetti. Sound like you? #makeitbeautiful #crossstitchpattern

Looking for a big challenge for the next few winters? How about this detailed replica of Hamlet's Ophelia by John Everett Millais? It's not for everyone but it might be for you. #makeitbeautiful #crossstitchpattern

Self-care cross stitch for compassion, gratitude and inner peace. #makeitbeautiful #crossstitchpattern

The world's most famous painting, in counted cross stitch. All the colours. No confetti. #makeitbeautiful #crossstitchpattern

Life-size replica of VG painting Night Café 1888. Stitch full-size artist insignia. #makeitbeautiful #crossstitchpattern

Van Gogh's Purple Irises in cross stitch -- the same size as the original painting. #makeitbeautiful #crossstitchpattern

How about this medieval scene, symbolising loyalty, devotion, service and courage.

A maiden farewells a brave knight, fastening a red embroidered sash around his arm. Want to stitch this much?