Several About.com websites contain needlework designs suitable for working in miniature scales.
1. General Information on Needlework and Cross Stitch
There are several articles to help you with miniature needlework projects
- Choosing Fabrics and Thread for Miniature Needlework Projects
- Cross Stitch Calculator will determine the finished size of a petitepoint or cross stitch based on the fabric thread count and number of stitches.
- Needlepoint Basics for Beginners
- Your First Cross Stitch
2. Finishing Ideas for Miniature Needlework
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3. Floral Designs
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These floral designs have been created especially for dolls house scale miniatures, but can be used for all types of miniature needlework.
4. Animal Designs
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All of these charts can be worked in needlepoint, petitpoint or cross stitch. Most are close to 40 stitches square, and make up into dollhouse miniature pillows stitched on 32 count linen.
Miniature Lamb Needlework chart for needlepoint, cross stitch, or a combination with French knots.
5. Geometric Designs
Photo and Design © Connie G. Thomas
- Bunnies Squared design
- Four Petal Flower Cross Stitch Chart.
- Daffodil and Tulip Diamond Cross Stitch Chart
- Miniature Square Charts
6. Seasonal Designs
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