Cross stitch pattern from Heartstring Samplery! Stitch count 200w x 200h.
I heard the bells
on Christmas day
their old familiar
carols play
wild and sweet
the words repeat
peace on Earth
good will to men
Note from the designer:
"I Heard the Bells on Christmas Day" is a carol based on the 1863 poem by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. The song tells of his despair upon hearing Christmas bells during the American Civil War, when "hate is strong and mocks the song of peace on Earth, good will to men", but concludes with the bells carrying renewed hope for peace among men. I can't think of a more appropriate wish back then, and still today.
I wanted to create a sampler that would be a worthy of this beautiful song, so I made an intricate and playful border bedecked in sparkling bells, with some of the lyrics highlighted within. I chose to stitch my model with the most gorgeous silk I could find, and added some extra shine with metallic thread for the bells. I hope that this sampler keeps you humming and smiling all season long.
Model stitched on 36 ct. Vintage Light Examplar using Gloriana Silk thread. Stitch count is 200 x 200.
Reviews From CustomersWho Purchased This Item
from United States on 08/22/2025 - Love Christmas samplers This one looks easy enough but haven't done it yet because I'm still waiting on the recommended silk floss to arrive.
from United States on 01/17/2024 - Christmas Bells Sampler is beautiful! This sampler is beautiful! I can’t wait to get started on it and have it out to display this next Christmas!
from United States on 11/18/2023 Great and quick service. Love the color that I received.
from United States on 11/04/2023 - Christmas Bells Beautiful !!!!!
from United States on 12/04/2021 - Stunning! This design is just stunning! And, I will stitch it in the future, hopefully for next Christmas. I love the poem, and the history of the poem is very interesting.
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