This is a very fine example of an early northern Dutch sampler called a letterndoek, or alphabet sampler. The illuminated letters are typical of northern Holland needleworks. Symbolic spot motifs include dogs, a stag, trees of life, and paired birds.
The first book of its kind to be published, this collection of over one hundred charted reproductions of buildings from samplers and needlework of the seventeenth through the mid-nineteenth centuries fills a huge void in the body of sampler publications. It includes many photos of the finished... Read more about Architecture From Early Samplers - Cross Stitch Book
The small, plump, ground-dwelling quail is often identified by its distinctive head plume. They prefer running to flying. Due to their tendency to mate for life, they symbolize loyalty and devotion. The 2026 Quail Sampler joins my growing collection of monochromatic bird samplers.
Pattern by Kathy Barrick featuring a beautiful lady standing among nature with the words "A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband, but she that has no shame is rottenness in his bones".
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".
Cross stitch pattern from Pansy Patch Quilts and Stitchery featuring a beautiful winter sampler design ready to celebrate the holiday season.
Quaker Farmhouse is stitched on 36 count linen with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks, and Gentle Arts floss (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 209 x 241 and the finished size is 11.61" x 13.39".
A Reproduction of a sampler from Hutterite Colony, South Dakota.
The pattern was stitched on 46 ct. Cream linen with DMC and Weeks Dye Works floss. The stitch count is 383 x 359 and the finished size is 19.15" x 17.95".
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".
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 about Encarnacion - Cross Stitch Pattern
The Sent With Love Teddy Bear cross stitch pattern is an adorable teddy bear design with hearts and flowers. She is holding a pink envelope sealed with a heart; a special delivery of love for you or for someone special. A sweet design for yourself, or for Valentine's Day, or for your sweetheart.... Read more about Sent With Love Teddy Bear - Valentines Cross Stitch Pattern
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".
In her roses garden... the peacock unfurls its silken silence. Each feather seems like a captive ray of daylight, each thread a caress of time. Motionless beauty, it reigns-proud and gentle-over the stitcher's garden.
Stitched on 40 count linen. The stitch count is 184 x 180 and the finished size is 9.2" x 9".
Halloween is the first in the Holiday Hornbook Series. These fun stitches are all designed to be mounted on the Jackson board (hornbook). Featuring a variegated letter color design.
Stitched on 36 ct linen using DMC and Weeks Dye Works threads with a stitch count of 55 x 55 and a finished size of 3.06" x 3.06".
This fun black spooky sampler is perfect for Halloween! With antique style letters straight from October 31st 1692. Includes a small silver house charm.
Stitched on your choice of 32 ct. fabric with DMC threads. Stitch count is 189 x 178 and the finished size is 11.81" x 11.13".
Design your own family heirloom sampler using our basic chart and choose your own motifs from the selection we provide. Then decorate with your own personal "souvenirs" in the spaces provided. When completed you will have stitched a truly unique heirloom that will be treasured for... Read more about Souvenir Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern
Cross stitch pattern from Mani Di Donna featuring a Halloween themed sampler design with skulls and ghosts reading "Happy Halloween".
The model was stitched on 32ct Linen using Weeks Dye Works floss (with DMC Conversion). Stitch count is 89 x 78 and the finished size is 5.56" x 4.88".
Cross-stitch pattern from Scarlett House featuring a vintage-inspired sampler design with the phrase "The rhythm of my needle gently as it goes making little stitches sweetly as it sews".
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.
Enter the world of red school samplers and discover the fascinating history and tradition of this special embroidery art. Red samplers are a unique piece of cultural heritage: once a compulsory part of girls' education, now loved by embroidery enthusiasts worldwide.
Lindsey is continuing her alphabet series with this all new chart! Valentine's Day Alphabet features an all new custom designed font that is so sweet for Valentine's Day! She has added in sweet touches with hearts and love birds to tie all of her favorite motifs for this modern alphabet... Read more about Valentine's Day Alphabet - Cross Stitch Pattern
Note from the designer: "Next up in this 5-part series, L,M,N,O,P,Q form the third row in the overall design. This time there are three little outtakes'; I stitched all six blocks individually, then finished them back to back as three mini-cushions using two different fabrics - it's an ideal way... Read more about Quilting A-Bee-Cs Part 3 - Cross Stitch Pattern
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 about Quilting A-Bee-Cs Part 5 - Cross Stitch Pattern
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.
Cross stitch pattern from Hands Across The Sea Samplers featuring a sampler with a young girl!
Model can be stitched on 28 ct. or 32 ct. linen using DMC thread. Stitch count is 153 x 220. Finished size on 28 ct is 10.93" x 15.71" and on 32 ct 9.56"x 13.75".
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Dirty Belfast linen with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 101W x 184H. Finished size: 6.3" x 11.5".
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.
Pattern by Needlework Press featuring a vintage sampler reproduction with a floral border.
Model stitched over two on 46 Ct. Parchment using Dinky Dyes Silk. Over dyed cotton equivalents also provided. Stitch Count: 224W x 234H. Finished Size: 9.75" x 10"
"Merry Christmas." Model stitched over two on 32 Ct. Natural Undyed Belfast using Dinky Dyes Silk and Needlepoint Inc Silks and Mill Hill beads. Stitch Count: 55W x 169H. Finished Size: 3" x 11".
Also required, but not listed above, four 4mm white buttons, 6mm mother of pearl star bead, heart charm, and 18" of 4mm green silk ribbon.
Pattern by Cross Eyed Cricket featuring the letters V through Z with cute matching imagery.
Stitched on 28 count linen with DMC floss. Stitch counts and finished sizes are listed below for individual letters. If stitching all 4 letter grouping charts as one single long sampler, the... Read more about Letters Part 4 - Cross Stitch Pattern
Model stitched on 35 Ct. Straw linen by Weeks Dye Works using one strand of Classic Colorworks Belle Soie silk over two threads. Stitch Count: 110W x 138H.