Cross Stitch from the Dark Ages - by Lindsay Swearingen (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

A Pestilence of Dark Designs

If you want your dark side to shine year-round, this collection of medieval cross-stitch patterns is sure to give your space the gothic touch it's dying for. Bestselling author Linday Swearingen delivers 25 new patterns that will transport you to the age of the Black Plague, medieval mischief, and more.

Capture the fear of plague times by creating a mischievous rat, paying homage to the doctors and their iconic black cloaks and masks, or stitching an image of death itself. Create fabled creatures like griffins and unicorns, or lean into your spooky side with oddities like an esoteric Hand of Mysteries dripping in blood, a snail-cat hybrid, a many-handed bat, or two peasants fighting to the death.

If you can never get enough creepy vibes, gothic art, and medieval history, you finally have a chance to craft a haunting gallery of momento moris. Grab your sharpest needle and darkest thread to venture back to one of the eeriest eras of all time.

Review Quotes

"Once again Tusk & Cardinal knocks it out of the graveyard and stuns with a beautiful collection of dark yet whimsical designs."
-- Meg Black, author of Witchy Stitching and creator of The Witchy Stitcher

"That one medieval motif you just can't find a good pattern of? It is probably in this book! Lindsay created a truly unique collection of historical patterns with a dark twist. A must-have if you want to level up your skills!"
-- Lee, creator of lucifersthelight

"I'm in awe of Lindsay's ability to create wonderfully dark and wickedly fun cross-stitch patterns. If you love history or the beautifully macabre, you need this book!"
-- Elle Noonan, author of Cozy Cottage Cross-Stitch and creator of StitchSprout

"Lindsay Swearingen has shifted her signature cross-stitching style into an enchanting and adventurous medieval realm! A book I would gift friends of any stitching skill, with simple to more elaborate pieces to explore the darker side of this craft."
-- Rachel Dreimiller, embroidery artist and illustrator

"This book is pure dark magic. Lindsay continues to reign supreme in creating designs that are as unsettling as they are beautiful. Each piece will be as satisfying to create as they will be to enjoy on your wall for ages to come."
-- Emily Chavez, author of Spooky Tapestry Crochet and creator of Crochet or Cry

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