New month, new pattern! This simple and easy color block - done paint-by-numbers-style - cross stitch pattern would look great as a piece of art on any wall! I've done mountains, I've done camp scenes, and now, we have a desert! I am really ... Read More about Desert | Free Cross Stitch Pattern
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Be Kind | Free Cross Stitch Pattern
This rainbow-hued pattern reminds us all that it’s important to be kind! Perfect for a nursery. <3 Ellis is getting a little older now (8 months, wow!), and he's starting to recognize words. So, I thought this pattern might be kind of nice, ... Read More about Be Kind | Free Cross Stitch Pattern
Ikea Hack Wall Planters
We all know I'm a terrible procrastinator, right? I've been meaning to make these wall planters for YEARS as a spinoff of an idea I had several years ago. Now finally, I've got the tutorial for ya, plus a cool new stain technique you might want to ... Read More about Ikea Hack Wall Planters
DIY Bee Hotel | Free Plans
So, there was a problem at the house, and I thought I'd have a simple solution: I wanted to remove my bee-infested front porch railings and glam up the entrance to the house. Simple. As it goes with some projects, it didn't stay that ... Read More about DIY Bee Hotel | Free Plans
Stripe Donut | Free Cross Stitch Pattern
Aw c'mon, you know the drill by now: new month, new pattern! Oh and HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME! I've been cutting back on sugar a lot this year, but I'm making an exception with the birthday sweets, so this donut seemed like a pretty good fit for today's ... Read More about Stripe Donut | Free Cross Stitch Pattern
Leaf Line Art | Free Cross Stitch Pattern
Happy new month, and happy "blogiversary" to me! It's been 11 years since I started the Ugly Duckling House. I wanted to take a quick moment to thank you for those of you who have followed along, both recent and long-time readers. It means so much to ... Read More about Leaf Line Art | Free Cross Stitch Pattern
