A Very Merry Christmas With Agnes
Cross Stitch Pattern

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.

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

This antique sampler is inspired by a french designer with Christian imagery.

The model was stitched on 36 count Summer Khaki linen from Zweigart, with 1 ply of Weeks Dye Works Hand Dyed Cottons. Stitch count is 260 x 171 with a finished size of 14.44" x 9.5".

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".

We don't know much for certain about Agnes. The one family that seems to ?t the the initials included in this sampler, does not have a child named Agnes. If this is truly the family that she lived with, then her sampler dates no later than 1793. It is possible that she is a niece or a ward to... Read more about Agnes Mitchell Aged 12 - 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.

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

Patterns included: Holiday Village (60w x 43h), Love Banner (32w x 146h), Noel Pillow (77w x 80h), Merry Yule (152w x 51h), Welcome Banner (220w x 43h), Alphabet Afghan stitched on 14ct. Hearthside (5 squares wide x 6 squares high), Joy Pillow (77w x 48h), Alphabet Sampler (144w x 246h)

Cross stitch pattern from Anabella's featuring a lovely Christmas sampler!

Pattern is stitched on 14 count Antique White using Classic Colorworks and DMC threads. Stitch count is 70w x 100h.

Cross stitch pattern from The Scarlett House featuring a sampler with the alphabet and a home!

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Dark Cobblestone Newcastle using DMC, Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 91 x 77.

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"

The Home Town Holiday Sampler Cross Stitch by Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet hits all the hallmarks of a traditional cross stitch sampler-an alphabet, decorative borders and a house set in a horizontal band format. Rows of holly, straight stitches and a cheerful alphabet stitched in Christmas red top... Read more about Home Town Holiday Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

Winter Band Sampler by Little House Needleworks is a fun Christmas themed sampler design with a full alphabet, snowflakes, and an vintage looking house.

Model stitched on 28 Ct. Clay linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 61 x 149 and the finished size is 4.36" x 10.64".

Cross stitch pattern from Samplers And Primitives featuring an antique Christmas sampler design with the word "Noel".

Pattern is stitched on your choice of cream fabric with DMC, Gentle Arts, Classic Colorworks, and ThreadworX floss. Stitch count is 180 x 150. Finished size on 28 count is 12.86" x 10.71".

No clues have been provided by the stitcher as to her name, year of origin, or place where she stitched her sampler. The only clue as to place might be in the lettering she used itself, giving one an indication it was stitched in Ireland. "A slightly surprising source of lettering which became... Read more about Benezet Alphabet Irish Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

This cross stitch pattern from Puntini Puntini features a fun springtime Easter alphabet sampler with chicks, flowers, and more!

Stitched on 40 ct. Vintage Country Mocha with DMC threads. The stitch count is 88 x 123 and the finished size is 4.4" x 6.15".

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 design by Reflets de Soie features an alphabet sampler and several geometric border samplers.

Model stitched on 32ct Vintage Light Examplar Linen by Lakeside Linens, using Soie d'Alger thread. DMC alternative is 902. Stitch count: 188 x 288.

Cross stitch pattern from Samplers And Primitives featuring an antique sampler design with flowers.

Pattern is stitched on your choice of aged/vintage neutral fabric with DMC, Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks, and Gentle Arts floss. Stitch count is 154 x 266. Finished size stitched on 28 ct is 11" x 19".

This cross stitch pattern from Puntini Puntini features a cute alphabet sampler design with strawberries and flowers.

Stitched on 32 ct. Dirty Linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 88 x 123 and the finished size is 5.03" x 7.03".

Cross stitch pattern from Samplers And Primitives featuring an antique Christmas sampler design with the word "Noel".

Pattern is stitched on your choice of neutral fabric with DMC floss. Stitch count is 141 x 180. Finished size on 28 ct fabric is 10.07" x 12.86".

Introducing Ann Harrison ~ a sweet little sampler based on one of the antiques in my collection. Miss Harrison's sampler features a delightful array of motifs in the most cheerful palette of colors! I've finished mine into a small cushion and trimmed each corner with a tiny vintage silk... Read more about Ann Harrison Antique Reproduction - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Mani Di Donna featuring a Christmas themed sampler design with Doves saying "Merry Christmas".

The model was stitched on 36ct Linen using Weeks Dye Works floss (with DMC Conversion). Stitch count is 89 x 78 and the finished size is 4.94" x 4.33".