Fun Stuff for Genealogists, Inc.

I have been a cross stitcher and genealogists for MANY years and this lovely willow tree represent an old era of days gone by. Personalize it yourself or stitch as is. Regular cross stitching and Algerian Eye stitches.  Measurements: 11 count, 13-3/8" x 14-3/8" and 14 count, 10-1/2" x 11-3/8".

Oh geeze, I saw this and couldn't resist! This reminds me of a few genealogist ladies I know! Besides having a skeleton on it, it seems to apply to many of us. Besides, it comes with some really sweet handcuffs to add! I love it and it will be my next project, for sure! When stitched on 14 Aida / 28 count linen, this design fits nicely into a 5" x 7" frame. Regular cross stitch plus backstitching. Do it! Put it up in a prominent place ini your home!

In 2009, we was fortunate enough to visit Salem, MA while attending a national genealogy event as vendors and certainly we visited the graves there. How fascinating! Anyway, this is a great representation of some of the artwork on the stones. I thought some of you might like this pattern as I certainly do. Stitch count: 98 wide x 137 high.

What a neat tree! you personalize it by using any of over 100 charted little icons to add to your tree. No kidding! You will have fun with this. It also has 3 small buttons for added decorations. Stitch count 75 x 158. Love it!

I always have my eye open for trees on anything and this beautiful pattern caught my eye. It's full of fancy stitches, including Brick & Cross, Sides Upright Cross, English Stitch Variation, Couching, Foliage, Graduated Sheaf, Butterfly, Eyelet, Berry and more. There are great diagrams to show how to stitch these, but I suggest an medium to advanced skill level. Purchase beads to complete the project. Count 28 = 18-1/4" x 5". Beautiful!

Descendants of the Salem witch trials will love this! All those who died as a result of the trials are listed here. Stitch size - 100 x 340. Straight cross stitching. Neat-o!

So my visit to Salem, MA in 2009 made an impact on me! Here's another great tombstone design from the great northeast. Stitch count 149 wide x 133 high. Straight cross stitch. You can handle this!

This is a bit pricey, but has 14 pages in the booklet with all kinds of trees. Stitch as is, or break the tree patterns down individually to chart your own masterpiece! Really a neat set of patterns!

OK. This is a serious "cover it all" counted cross stitch project. Yes, you cover it all! So, if you love your flosses and love to stitch, this one is for you. Get creative and add some personalization somewhere and make this your own dynamic family tree. Stitch size - 14 count = 25" x 26", 18 count = 19-3/8" x 20- 1/4".

The pattern contains charts and directions to make three birth or family recor samplers. These samplers are wonderful  ways to commemorate the birth of a child or to record your family history. The samplers are stitched primarily in cross stitch and cross stitch over one linen thread. Cushion, smyrna cross, and star stitches are also used. Stitch counte: 154 wide x 147 high. Stitched area size 8-1/2" x 8-1/8" high. Recommended linen size 14" x 14".  

What a pretty Tree of Life! I am a quilter as well as a cross sticher so this one really appeals to me. This is cross stich - I had to look close - but it is. Simple and colorful! On 14 count fabric, the image size will be 11-1/4" wide x 11 - 1/4" wide.

Neat tree of life and house, alphabet and room for personalization. The sample on the chart was stiched on uneven linen. On 37/43 count linen, the measurement is 8.6" x 7.3". No information is given for Aida. The intent is to do this on linen or an evenweave fabric over 2 threads. Instructions call for DMC floss.

This can be considered for Christmas time, but it also can be used year around. The pattern is for the tree only but you can add simple frames that you can get from any craft store and add your family photos along the botton. You can see on the chart that there are 4 small frames with photos at the bottom. Simple and cute! Stitch count 66 wide x 154 stitches high.

I really like this tree! If you were the least bit creative, you could add your own family names, personalizing this tree. Although there are beautiful birds in the branches, it is just plain pretty! This pattern calls for the ordinary cross stitch stitches with the exception of french knots for the birds eyes. Uses DMC and a little Weeks Dye Works floss. Size for 14 count - 16-3/8" x 18-1/8".