This sampler is an adaptation of an undated and unsigned antique in my collection. I made minor changes to a few of the motifs, and I changed some of the thread colors. However, the spirit of this lovely sampler remains the same as the antique. I hope you'll enjoy stitching your version as much as I enjoyed working on my model.
The model was stitched on 36-count American Chestnut linen from R & R Reproductions using DMC thread. This sampler can also be stitched on Aida.
Stitch count: 315w x 313h.
Stitches Used: backstitch, cross stitch, and two variations of the herringbone stitch. Backstitches are used only on the house, and, if desired, you can omit them. Also, you can substitute cross stitch or another stitch of your choice for the herringbone stitches, so the entire sampler can be done only in cross stitch if you choose.
Stitch diagrams and detailed stitching directions are provided.
"I'd rather roses on my table than diamonds on my neck." This beautiful Garden Sampler counted cross-stitch kit captures everything you love about the garden-flowers, vegetables, even the birds and the bees! Stitch Count 123w X 208h, finished size on 14-ct, 8-3/4" X 14-3/4"
Model stitched on 14 Count White Aida
Cross stitch pattern from Samplers Not Forgotten featuring a beautiful purple pansy sampler design with the words "It does me good, thou flowers of spring, Thy blossoms to behold, Thou bloom'st when birds begin to sing, in purple and in gold".
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 motifs I'ved used in Gardens of Saxony are drawn from the large German antique sampler I reproduced, CRS 1713. There are so many wonderful motifs on CRS 1713 that they deserve their own (much smaller!) sampler! This also gives the stitcher a chance to stitch these wonderful designs if they feel... Read more
"If I had a flower for every time I thought of you... I could walk in my garden forever." Alfred Lord Tennyson 1809-1892. A sweet little sampler to stitch for yourself, a friend, or a loved one.
This sampler design features a gardener watering her tomato vine, surrounded by all the letters of the alphabet.
The model was stitched over two threads on 36 Ct. Affogato by Fiber on a Whim with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks, and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 129W x 109H. Finished Size: 7.17w x 6.06h.
Step through the gate and wander into a place of enchantment-where the air is hushed, the roses climb gently against old garden walls, and the song of hidden birds drifts through the stillness. The Secret Garden Sampler is an original design, created to capture the quiet beauty and mystery of a... Read more
"Hope is the thing with feathers That perches in the soul And sings the tunes without the words And never stops at all" Emily Dickinson 1830-1886. Fourth in the series of samplers with lots of fun stitches.
A garden of delights awaits you while stitching this cheerful garden theme alphabet sampler. Butterflies and flowers bloom in every letter. Pattern includes an alphabet to personalize the quilt style square in the middle to show who's the gardener in your world.
Model stitched over two on 32 Ct. Belfast Linen with Gentle Arts Sampler Threads, Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count: 277W X 33H. Finished Size: 18" x 3"
Cross stitch pattern from Samplers Not Forgotten featuring a lovely sampler with garden flowers!
Model stitched over two threads on 36 ct Beige from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 208w x 196h. Finished size is 11.5w" x 10.5h".