The dates mark not just time passed, but time endured-winters survived,
hopes postponed, futures imagined long before they were guaranteed.
Flowers bloom along the bottom edge, softening the scene, because even
revolution needed tenderness to survive. Beauty, after all, is what
makes sacrifice... Read more
Although we have been unable to identify our sampler maker, she definitely knew her geography. Harriet accurately listed the states and territories of the date she stitched in her sampler. Even though the antique sampler is in a tattered state, we are especially happy to preserve Harriet's legacy by... Read more
"Farmhouse Sweet Farmhouse" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. Note from the designer: "This design is very personal to me, as I've included our beloved farmhouse, our gentle sheep Esther & Bobby, our black walnut trees, some cedar trees and our old rickety picket... Read more
The Summer Meadow Sampler is bursting with flowers, bugs and birds - all of the beautiful bits of nature one can find in a summer meadow. Stitched on a "dirt-colored" fabric, this sampler will bring these beautiful parts of nature into your home.
Cross stitch pattern from Teresa Kogut featuring a Christmas snowman and the letters of the alphabet! Model stitched 2 over 2 on 30 Ct. Mocha linen using Weeks Dye Works floss, Valdani, and DMC floss. Stitch count is 125 x 201. Approx finish size is 8.25" x 8".
Pattern by Carriage House Samplings featuring cute Quaker sampler designs saying "Merry Christmas".
Models stitched on 40-count linen using Needlepoint Silk. Stitch count: 171 x 75 or 187 x 56 and the finished sizes are 8.55" x 3.75" and 9.35" x 2.8".
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Vintage Pecan Butter from Lakeside Linens using Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 79 x 116. Finished size is 4" x 6".
"By this work You may see My parents Love to me". Such a sweet sampler, I love the little verse.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Vintage Buttercream from Lakeside Linens using Classic Colorworks, NPI, and Gloriana threads. Stitch count is 298 x 293. Finished size is 15" x 14.8".
Cross stitch pattern from Scarlett House featuring an vintage inspired sampler design with adorable blue birds. This pattern is part of the "Simple Samplers" series. These smalls are intended to be grouped together in a dough bowl or display.
The name and style of this sampler led us to investigate whether it was created in Spain or Mexico. Mexican sampler scholar Mayela Flores Enriquez, PhD, confirmed that although the name is Hispanic, the style of flower baskets and larger girl are not consistent with Mexican dechados (samplers). The... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Fox and Rabbit featuring a beautiful reproduction sampler!
The model was stitched on 40 ct Paperbark Linen by Fox and Rabbit using Weeks Dyes Works floss with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 231 x 291. Finished size is 11.5" x 14.5".
Third in the series of sampler fragments. Each is meant to look incomplete, as often old samplers are cut or damaged over the centuries. Each sampler in the series will have a different edge "cut off." All will be the same size on the same fabric.
Stitch Cards Set T by Lori Holt of Bee in My Bonnet Co usher in the return of spring. A basket, bunny, carrots, and a spring flower will delight stitched as cards, mini pictures, or spring ornaments. Perfect for Easter or spring celebrations!
The Bee in My Bonnet Stitch Cards come with... Read more
Stitching time is child's play with the Stitch Cards Set I! This set of four postage stamp-sized cross stitch designs evokes feelings of fun and whimsy, with a butterfly, cake, doll and dollhouse. These quick stitches leave so much room for play.
Stitched on 25 count lugana with DMC floss. The stitch count for each card is 34 x 34 and the finished sizes are 2.75" x 2.75".
Cross stitch pattern from Annie Beez Folk Art featuring three pear shaped designs with various Redwork designs!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Antique Cotton linen from R & R Reproductions using the red thread of your choice. The pattern recommended #258, Cranberry Cocktail from Dinky Dyes.... 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.
40 page, soft cover publication. Small alphabet and numbers included for personalization. Various border, motif and layout alternatives will make the designs your own. Also includes a birth/Wedding sampler. Designed by Jim Shore. Stitch Count for Monograms is 87W x 87H. Stitch Count for... Read more
Model stitched on 30 count Parchment Linen by Weeks Dye Works with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and Gentle Arts Sampler Threads. The stitch count is 51W x 53H.
In 1857, little Mariette let her needle wander like a gentle breath. From her diligent hands was born a sampler full of delicacy, touched with softness and grace. Its floral border, rich with varied motifs, still seems to whisper the secrets of her young stitcher's heart.
Stitched on 40 count linen. The stitch count is 300 x 217 and the finished size is 15" x 10.85".
Here we find an alphabet intertwined with irises, religious symbols with singular shapes, and a border of stylized roses that seems to whisper the elegance of days gone by.
Stitched on 40 count linen. The stitch count is 400 x 411 and the finished size is 20" x 20.55".
Following the release of Mount Vernon 1761 comes the second in the continuing Patriotic Homes Series collaboration with Twin Peak Primitive. Peacefield 1788 depicts the home of John and Abigail Adams at Penn's Hill and Peacefield in Quincy, Massachusetts. This collection features the Peacefield 1788... Read more
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".
Cross stitch pattern from Scarlett House featuring an vintage inspired sampler design with an adorable beekeeper's home. This pattern is part of the "Simple Samplers" series. These smalls are intended to be grouped together in a dough bowl or display.
This adorable summertime cross stitch pattern from Crocette A Gogo features bears enjoying apples with bumblebees flying around and a cute blue house. A quaint summer scene with a floral border!
Model stitched on 35 ct Vintage Country Mocha using DMC floss. Stitch count is 215 x 315. Finished size is 12.29" x 18".
"Even if something is left undone, everyone must take time to sit still and watch the leaves turn" Elizabeth Lawrence 1644-1720. Second in the series of samplers with lots of fun stitches to enjoy!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct linen using Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count is 187 x 178. Finished size is 11.7" x 11.2".
"The best and most beautiful things in the world can not be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart" This sampler is done on a beautiful gray linen and stitched I Cross Stitch with threads in pinks, blues, and greens.
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Pewter from Picture... Read more
This is an outstanding sampler with the verse "Jesus permit thy gracious name to stand As the first effort of an infants hand And while her fingers oer the canvas move Engage her tender heart to seek thy love With the dear children may she have a part And write thy name thyself upon her... Read more
This sampler was brought to me by Stephanie Jirak of Lincoln University, PA. She is the Great Great Great Granddaughter of Nancy Anne Cassell. The family history is included in the chart.
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Vintage Buttercream using Gloriana and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 162 x 152. Finished size is 11.6" x 10.9".
"How good is God to me Though he denies me wealth He gives me still a greater gift The precious gift of health My health I would devote To spread his praise abroad And would my youthful powers employ To love and serve my God". Sarah stitched this piece when she was 12 years old.
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
Note from the designer: "Wrapping up this popular series with X,Y,Z, and a larger block for our quilting bee. That larger block has been modified just slightly for a cute outtake example. All portions of this series will continue to be available indefinitely, so anyone who thinks they might be... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Erica Michaels featuring Patchwork quilt blocks and the alphabet combine for a fabulous sampler in a five-part series. This is part 2.
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Vanilla Bean linen from R&R Reproductions using Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 263 x 223.
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
"Eleanor" makes her home in the Lukesland Gardens in Devon. She has been seen running through the gardens and spying on visitors to the victorian gothic house. The beautiful gardens provide plenty of opportunities for adventure and mischief! Model stitched on 32ct. Waterlily Linen with Crescent Colours Hand Dyed Floss, Kreinik #4 Braid and Mill Hill Beads. Stitch count is 91W X 134H.
As children, we all had a treasure box, didn't we? We'd put our most cherished possessions inside - our memories, secrets, loves, everything precious. Every time we felt pain, seeing what we'd put inside would surprise us and bring us even more joy.
The Keepsake Box Set was designed to be... Read more
My Sampler Petite line is a way for stitchers to enjoy my antique reproductions without doing the larger sampler. Antonia Pueyo showcases the larger alphabet and some of the borders, all done beautifully as a white on red sampler.
Stitched on 37 ct. linen with Classic Colorworks floss... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Little Robin Designs featuring two fun pet sampler designs, one with a dog and one with a cat.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct. Feldspar by Picture this Plus with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Finished with Lady Dot Creates Mini Pom Pom 'Mother Lode'. Both patterns have a stitch count of 102 x 102 with a finished size of 5.1" x 5.1".