Collected from German, Italian, Scottish, Dutch, English, and American samplers, this book of alphabets takes off from where the previous edition, Alphabets from Early Samplers, ends. The alphabets have been fastidiously reproduced from samplers dating from 1530, to 1868. Over 80 alphabets are charted, as well as two complete alphabet samplers, one of them dating from 1725.

Mary Ann Slough, Specimen Book Cross Stitch Piece Reproduction circa 1840s

Specimen Books: During the 1800s in England and Ireland, sewing instruction books to be used by teachers and pupils were published, their purpose being the production of competent rather than creative needlework.... Read more about Mary Ann Slough, Specimen Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Hands Across The Sea Samplers featuring a sampler from Mary Ann Preece in 1851!

You can use whatever fabric you'd like! Mary Ann Preece calls for Soie 100.3 silk threads. Stitch count is 155 x 162.

Note: Only one skein or spool is required on 36 to... Read more about Mary Ann Preece - Cross Stitch Pattern

This pattern from JBW Designs features a beautiful floral alphabet worked in two shades of blue.

The model was stitched over 1 threads on 36 Ct. Antique White Edinburgh linen with Classic Colorworks Morning Glory and DMC #3747. Stitch Count: 239W x 77H. Finished size: 13.3W x 4.3H.

Norfolk (England) samplers are a unique species, characterized by either a stepped lozenge cartouche, as in this example, an elaborate floral border (usually embroidered freehand but not in Eliza Tagg's sampler), and a horizontal row of joined octagons filled with various floral or animal motifs. A... Read more about Eliza Tagg 1775 - Cross Stitch Pattern

These alphabets are great for adding a personal touch to a any project, whether you are creating a quick-to-cross stitch monogram pin or personalizing a larger stitched design. Stitch up 'Home Sweet Home' or other sentiment with these blooming letters. From delicate rose script to bold floral... Read more about Floral Alphabets - Cross Stitch Pattern

"Few to good breeding make a just pretence Good breeding is the blossom of good sense. The last result of an accomplished mind. With outward grace the bodys virtue joined". I love the bands and motifs Mary Ann used in this sampler. The colors in this sampler are beautiful... the mix of blue... Read more about Mary Ann Robey 1810 - Cross Stitch Pattern

A banner from Needlework Press featuring alphabets! Model was stitched on 40 count Paperbark hand dyed linen from Fox & Rabbit and stitched with silks from Soie 100/3. DMC conversion is included in the chart. Stitch count is 436 x 40. Finished size is 21.8" x 2".

25 decorative alphabets to embellish clothing, hand towels, samplers, and more. The size of the alphabet will be determined by the thread count of the fabric.

Lettering is fun to Cross Stitch. The perfect small and delicate back stitched alphabet in cursive, sans serif and so much more is... Read more about Backstitch Alphabets - Cross Stitch Pattern

30 original alphabet designs from our vault. The size of the alphabet will be determined by the thread count of the fabric.

The ultimate alphabet collection for stitchers! From stylish Art Nouveau to romantic Wedding script, or modern type, there's a style to suit everybody. This... Read more about Cross Stitch Alphabets with Backstitching - Cross Stitch

10 classic alphabets in full crosses with no backstitching. Each set includes uppercase and lowercase letters. The size of the alphabet will be determined by the thread count of the fabric.

Find just the right lettering for every occasion! With this must-have collection in your library, it'll be as easy as A-B-C. For embellishing Samplers, hand towels, hoop designs, bookmarks and more.

Features a variety of alphabet designs. The size of the alphabet will be determined by the thread count of the fabric.

This fun collection provides you with wonderful and elaborate letter designs that can be used to personalize a name sign, bed linens, garments, towels, book marks and... Read more about Alphabets and More - Cross Stitch Pattern

Anne Frances Ennis 1853 Black Crowns Specimen Page, An Irish Antique Sampler Reproduction

About Anne Frances Ennisfs specimen pages and cross stitch samplers: A collection of six needlework specimens were obtained together from an antique dealer, five being needlework specimen book... Read more about Anne Frances Kirkpatrick 1847 Black Crown - Cross Stitch

This month's Vintage Christmas Alphabet set, #6, gets us halfway through the alphabet with M, N and O!!

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Legacy by Picture This Plus using DMC floss.

Stitch counts:
Alphabet M: 44 x 53. Finished size: 2.2 x 2.6
Alphabet N: 59 x 59. finished size: 3 x 3
Alphabet O: 60 x 60. Finished size: 3 x 3

This month's Vintage Christmas Alphabet set #11 brings us to the end of the alphabet with X, Y and Z!

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Cedar River Linen Overcast over two threads using DMC floss.

Stitch Counts:
Alphabet X: 60 x 60. Finished size: 3 x 3
Alphabet Y: 60 x 60. Finished size: 3 x 3
Alphabet Z: 57 x 60. Finished size: 2.9 x 3

This vintage inspired red alphabet sampler will be a great addition to your collection.

Stitched on 18 count fabric using DMC threads. Stitch count is 117 x 56. Finished size is 3.1 x 6.5 inches

Cross stitch pattern from Jan Hicks Creates featuring a vintage alphabet with the letters H and I!

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Affogato from Fiber on a Whim using DMC floss.

Stitch Count:
Alphabet H: 59 x 59. Finished size: 3 x 3
Alphabet I: 53 x 61. Finished size: 2.6 x 3

Pattern by Cross Eyed Cricket featuring cute alphabet letters perfect to customize.

Model in entirety was stitched on 16 Ct. Beige Congress Cloth using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 416 x 161 and the finished size is 26" x 10.06".

"Why this in haste sweet boy so soon To go. And leave in tears thy weeping Friends below. Some heavenly voice Dear object of their love calld hence Thy soul to dwell in realms above Scarce hadst thou learnt the good from All to know Nor yet had drank the Bitter cup of woe. When heaven ordaind no... Read more about Mary Ann Crumley 1829 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Jan Hicks Creates featuring the first three letters of the alphabet!

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Affogato from Fiber on a Whim using DMC floss.

Stitch Counts:
Alphabet A: 53 x 53. Finished size: 2.6 x 2.6
Alphabet B: 55 x 55. Finished size: 2.8 x 2.8
Alphabet C: 54 x 60. Finished size; 2.7 x 3

NOTE: Although the picture shows all 4 seasonal bands in the series, this pattern is for the top "Spring" band. Subsequent seasons will be sold separately.

The model was stitched on 36 Ct. Valley Forge linen using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art, and Classic Colorworks floss (includes DMC conversion). The stitch count is 163 x 50 and the finished size is 9.06" x 2.78".

Cross stitch pattern from Jan Hicks Creates two Christmas ornaments - "Family" and "Gift."

Pattern is stitched on 40 count Legacy over 2 threads using DMC floss.

Stitch Counts:
Alphabet F: 55 x 60. Finished size: 2.8 x 3
Alphabet G: Finished size: 2.9 x 2.9

Cross stitch pattern from Jan Hicks Creates featuring the Christmas themed letters E and D!
Model stitched on 40 ct. Legacy by Picture this Plus using DMC thread.

Stitch count:
Alphabet D: 56 x 58. Finished size: 2.8 x 2.9
Alphabet E: 58 x 60. Finished 2.9 x 3