This sampler is an adaptation from a sampler in my collection. This chart contains the pattern for the scissor fob shown along with all finishing instructions.
Model stitched over two threads on 36 ct Straw from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 204w x 76h. Finished size is 11.33" x 4.22". Finished Size of Pinkeep: 5"w x 3.50"h.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Parchment linen from Weeks Dye Works with The Gentle Art Sampler threads, Weeks Dye Works floss, and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 300W x 427H. Finished size: 15" x 21 1/2".
I love Roses and you can find them scattered throughout this chart. I sure did enjoy designing and stitching this one!
Model was stitched on 32ct "Sand Dollar" laguna linen from Be Stitch Me using floss from Colour and Cotton, Weeks Dye Works, Cottage Garden Threads, Classic Colorworks threads, and The Gentle Art. Stitch count is 190 x 233.
Model stitched one over two on 32 Ct. Straw linen using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 141W x 139H. Design Size: 8.81" x 8.68"
A selection of specialty stitches will add variety and interest to this sampler in counted cross-stitch. Stitched on sea foam green Aida cloth, this design will pop out at you when you stitch it.
Stitch count 198w X 140h. Finished size on 14-ct fabric 14-1/8" X 10"
. Model stitched on 14 Count Beige Aida Fabric.
This long out-of-print and much requested cross stitch pattern is back and features a gorgeous and abundant bouquet border of a variety of realistic and detailed roses and butterflies. In the center green trellis border with a matching alphabet. Stitch it up as sampler or create your own custom... Read more
It's a cold, snowy winter afternoon. Snow, which has fallen for several days, has filled the backyard of the house which borders the forest. To keep the forest animals from going hungry, Brenda has left food beneath the Winter Rose, which bloomed despite the heavy snowfall and cold. She's... Read more
Model stiched on 32 Ct. Cream Belfast linen with Weeks Dye Works floss (or Gentle Art Sampler Threads - Hibiscus, or DMC - 3804). Stitch Count: 114W x 133H.
Cross stitch pattern from Nora Corbett featuring an elegant lady in a pink gown standing next to a red rose.
Model stitched on 32 ct. Natural Brown linen using DMC thread. Stitch count is 107 x 117.
The sampler is suitable for needleworkers of all abilities and contains no speciality stitches. May be stitched on linen or Aida Cloth.
Stitchers are encouraged to stitch on a darker, warm groundcloth and light, creamy-beige and green teal for the fibers using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, Classic... Read more
I am delighted to share this antique with you. It is from 1840 of Dutch origin. The sampler had lots of great motifs and I loved the top rows of crowns and shields, but the composition did not please me, it had large blank spots on it. I saw this piece as more enjoyable in the vertical format as... Read more
This sweet reproduction of my antique sampler is 156W x 170H and would make a great addition to your sampler wall or a box top! Cross Stitch over Two only. I have included photos of the framed and and unframed sampler and discussed the framing techniques.
Model stitched two over two on 28 Ct. Glen Ellyn Blend linen using Weeks Dye Works and Gentle Arts Sampler Threads (or all DMC 355, 223, 350, 934, 948, 829, 3362, 3828, 732, 3712, 3829, 3013). Stitch Count: 58w x 105h. Design Size: 4" x 8".
Rose Lejeune 1900 is a reproduction of an antique French Sampler. Rose was 12 years old when she finished stitching this sampler on June 24, 1900. She loved the color pink, and that color shines in this sampler! While the pink I chose from Cottage Garden Threads isn't quite as bright as what... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Nora Corbett featuring an elegant lady in a pink gown standing in front of a huge red rose.
Model stitched on 32 ct. Natural Brown linen using DMC thread. Stitch count is 105 x 133.
Rose's unusual middle name should have provided some clues about where she was born, and where she lived, but the name "Shenamon" is elusive despite my efforts to discover its origins as well as hers. It is spelled many different ways when researched (including Shinimon and Schinnamon which... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Stacy Nash featuring a beautiful sampler of a home with a floral border!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 ct Linen with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch counts are 179 x 191 (Sampler) and 137 x 49 (pin keep). Finished sizes are 10" x 10" (sampler) and 3.5" x 3".
Cross stitch pattern from Art Miskha featuring beautiful roses!
Model is stitched on either 14 or 16 ct aida of your choice using DMC floss. Stitch count is approximately 121W x 181H stitches. Designed by Anna Gutova.