A Grecian beauty clasps a bouquet of pink roses to her heart, her gold-banded teal gown draped in serene folds about her as she dreams of days last spent with her one true love in this very topiary garden. There are no beads on this design -- the textural interplay of carved stone, shimmering silk and soft rose petals is embellishment enough.

Suggested stitching on 32 count Natural Linen. Design area is 15-3/4 x 19-1/2". Stitch count is 237 x 296.

According to Greek mythology, muses are the ageless spirits who inspire and watch over us as we create. What better place for muses to reside than a cool, green topiary garden? At the entrace to Nora's classical retreat, ancient urns drip with moss, wrought-iron gates beckon visitors inside, and all who enter are promised a quiet place of peace and inspiration.

Suggested stitching on 32 count Laurel or Belfast Olive Green Linen. Design area is 18-1/2 x 9-1/2". Stitch count is 292 x 152.

Exuberant double blossom peonies create a purple haze at twilight.  With names like "Cup of shining night", "Stormy Enchantress" and "Red embroidered needles ball", it is no wonder that the peony tree is the center of every spring imperial garden.

Stitched on 32 count Pink Sand Linen or 16 count Pink Sand Aida.  Stitch area is 12" x 18-1/4" with a stitch count of 190W x 290H.