The Victorians and Edwardians used to love Motto Samplers to hang over the fireplace, or in some prominent position in the kitchen. They were relatively uncomplicated affairs which usually bore a few mawkish words such as "Home Sweet Home" or an uplifting Biblical phrase like "Fight the Good Fight". This style of sampler was often worked in wool on a paperboard backing hence their other name, "Punched Paper Samplers".
But these upright pillars of society were not always quite so strait-laced as they would have us think. If a certain antique dealer from Cornwall is to be believed (although a pinch of salt might come in handy), when the vertical Victorians got horizontal in their big brass beds the wording on the samplers that hung above stepped up a notch or three to echo the mood. "I Need Thee Every Hour" on the wife's side of the bed and "Lord Give me Strength" above the husband's. Lord let our cry come unto Thee. Amen.
"A good marriage must be created. The little things are the big things. You're never too old to hold hands. Remember to say I Love You every day. Don't go to be angry. Say words of appreciation & gratitude. Forgive & forget. Give each other a safe place to grow. Marriage is not only for marrying... Read more
Model stitched on 28 Ct. Lambswool Linen with DMC floss, DMC Pearl Cotton, Threadworx, Weeks Dye Works floss, and Mill Hill beads. Stitch Count: 157x93.
Note: There is no DMC conversion for Threadworx Bleeding Hearts. The 10036... Read more
Words to Live by, a 13 part year long series from Tiny Modernist, each with a bright, fun, positive quote to keep you inspired all year! One large central motif surrounded by 12 small, bright monthly motifs.
Part twelve of the series features the words "Don't count the days, make the... Read more
Words to Live by, a 13 part year long series from Tiny Modernist, each with a bright, fun, positive quote to keep you inspired all year! One large central motif surrounded by 12 small, bright monthly motifs.
Part Seven of the series features the words "Keep your face to the sunshine... Read more
Words to Live by, a 13 part year long series from Tiny Modernist, each with a bright, fun, positive quote to keep you inspired all year! One large central motif surrounded by 12 small, bright monthly motifs.
Part thirteen of the series featuring the words "Act as if what you do makes... Read more
Words to Live by, a 13 part year long series from Tiny Modernist, each with a bright, fun, positive quote to keep you inspired all year! One large central motif surrounded by 12 small, bright monthly motifs.
Part four of the series featuring the words "Success usually comes to those... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Cross Stitch Wonders featuring the phrases "Piecing together my sanity", "Sew full of joy", and "Stitching memories that last"!
Stitched on your choice of fabric using DMC threads. Stitch count is 68w x 68h. Finished size is 4.86 x 4.86 for 14 count fabric.
A Mariage Is, Design By Kooler Design Studio, A must for that special Anniversary, Wedding, or just to say I Love You. Stitch Count 144w X 185h, Finished Size on 14-ct 10-3/8" x 13-1/4". Design stitched on 14 Count White Aida. Design by Nancy Rossi.
Words to Live by, a 13 part year long series from Tiny Modernist, each with a bright, fun, positive quote to keep you inspired all year! One large central motif surrounded by 12 small, bright monthly motifs.
Part five of the series featuring the words "If you can dream it, you can do... Read more
Three great Pickleball Saying designs for anyone who plays or loves the game of PICKLEBALL!
Stitched on your choice of fabric using DMC threads.
Stitch counts are:
I have a dinking problem 70w X 70h.
It's always pickleball season is 68w X 68h.
I play so I can eat more chocolate is 70w X 70h. Finished size is approx 5 x 5 for 14 count fabric.
Three great Pickleball Saying designs for anyone who plays or loves the game of PICKLEBALL! Pattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice using DMC threads.
Stitch Counts and Finished Sizes on 14 Ct:
Plays with passion, dink with purpose: 80w X 56h - 5.71" x 4"
You just... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Cross Stitch Wonders featuring three awesome needlework sayings! "Love is a well pieced quilt." "When life throws you scraps, make a quilt." "Quilt your worries away."
Stitched on your choice of fabric using DMC threads. Stitch count is 68... Read more