Lindsay Swearingen Converts Medieval History to Unique Cross Stitch

Cross-Stitch from the Dark Ages is Lindsay Swearingen’s third book. " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/wetalkfiber.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/darkagescover.jpg?fit=622%2C800&ssl=1" src="https://i0.wp.com/wetalkfiber.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/darkagescover.jpg?resize=233%2C300&ssl=1" alt="" width="233" height="300" class="size-medium wp-image-15790" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/wetalkfiber.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/darkagescover.jpg?resize=233%2C300&ssl=1 233w, https://i0.wp.com/wetalkfiber.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/darkagescover.jpg?resize=600%2C772&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/wetalkfiber.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/darkagescover.jpg?w=622&ssl=1 622w" sizes="(max-width: 233px) 100vw, 233px" /> Cross-Stitch from the Dark Ages is Lindsay Swearingen’s third book. Plague Patron Saint is one of 25 designs in Lindsay Swearingen’s new book. " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/wetalkfiber.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/plaguesaint.jpg?fit=616%2C800&ssl=1" src="https://i0.wp.com/wetalkfiber.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/plaguesaint.jpg?resize=231%2C300&ssl=1" alt="" width="231" height="300" class="size-medium wp-image-15791" srcset="https://i0.wp.com/wetalkfiber.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/plaguesaint.jpg?resize=231%2C300&ssl=1 231w, https://i0.wp.com/wetalkfiber.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/plaguesaint.jpg?resize=600%2C779&ssl=1 600w, https://i0.wp.com/wetalkfiber.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/plaguesaint.jpg?w=616&ssl=1 616w" sizes="(max-width: 231px) 100vw, 231px" /> Plague Patron Saint is one of 25 designs in Lindsay Swearingen’s new book. The Embroiderers’ Guild of America sponsors the return of cross-stitch designer Lindsay Swearingen of Tusk and Cardinal. Lindsay’s new book, “Cross-Stitch from the Dark Ages,” is likely one of the most unique collections of cross-stitch designs you’ll encounter. She did a ton of research into medieval arts and practices to come up with a collection of 25 projects designed to “plague your walls.” Throughout the conversation, we all share our favorite designs and learn about the inspiration behind the book and how Lindsay worked with sample stitchers and a great photographer to create a terrific book.—Beth and Gary Listen to the podcast: https://wetalkfiber.com/podcasts/ft446.mp3 <a href="https://youtu.be/18E3M5BePtI" target="_blan