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Cross stitch pattern from Stitches By Ethel featuring a bird on a pumpkin!

Pattern is stitch on 28 ct Milk Chocolate from Fabrics by Stephanie using Classic Colorworks, DMC, and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count is 55w x 85h

This cross stitch pattern from Crocette a Gogo featuring a Christmas barn on a farm and the word "Peace"!

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Natural Belfast using DMC floss. Stitch count is 53 x 59.

This cross stitch pattern from Crocette a Gogo featuring a sleigh filled with Christmas gifts and the phrase "Tis the season"!

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Natural Belfast using DMC floss. Stitch count is 53 x 59.

This cross stitch pattern from Crocette a Gogo features a festive Santa Claus!

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Natural Belfast using DMC floss. Stitch count is 53 x 59.

This design from October House Fiber Arts features holly, Christmas trees and "Merry Christmas."

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Aspen linen from Weeks Dye Works with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 105x87. Finished size: 5.8" x 4.8".

Note from the designer - "Rhode Island samplers were among the first American schoolgirl embroideries to be recognized by serious collectors and textile scholars as a distinctive group with extraordinary visual appeal. The Sheffield sampler is delicately worked with an unusually pleasing... Read more about Elizabeth Sheffield 1784 - Cross Stitch Pattern

This cross stitch pattern from Crocette a Gogo featuring a door decorated for the holidays and the phrase "Home for Christmas"!

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Natural Belfast using DMC floss. Stitch count is 53 x 59.

Pattern by Gigi R featuring an antique sampler reproduction from 1864 which has the words, "Little deeds of kindness, little words of love make our earth an Eden like to heaven above. Elizabeth A Wenden October 1864."

Model stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Beige linen with Weeks Dye Works floss (or DMC 939). Stitch Count: 170W x 187H. Finished size: 8 1/2" x 9 1/4".

Lori's Christmas-inspired sampler is filled with everyone's favorite holiday sights - candy canes, a gingerbread man and gingerbread house, a stocking, an ornament and Santa Claus. The cross stitch pattern takes inspiration from Lori's Vintage Christmas Book.

Pattern is stitched on 10ct... Read more about Vintage Christmas Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

"Here there be monsters." Model stitched on 32 Ct. Natural Brown linen with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 112W x 132H. Design Size: 7" x 9"

Pattern by Cross Eyed Cricket featuring the letters A through G in simple pastel colors with cute imagery to go with each letter.

A through G model stitched on 30 Ct. Old Mill Java linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 163W x 90H and the finished size is 10.87" x 6".

Model stitched on 40 ct Autumn Gold from Lakeside linen using Gloriana's, Dinky Dyes and Classic Colorworks silks. Shown on an Ackfeld Manufacturing hanger. Stitch Count: 292W x 388H and the finished size is 14.6" x 19.4".

Pattern by Plum Street Samplers featuring a cute floral design perfect to celebrate a birthday.

Model stitched on 35 Ct. linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 71W x 66H and the finished size is 4.06" x 3.77". Design shown finished in a 4.75" mini tart pan.

Model stitched on 32 ct. Flax Belfast linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Shown with buttons (four 1/4", one 1/2", six 3/8"). Stitch Count: 235W x 89H. Finished size: 14.7" x 5.6" on 32 count (over 2 threads)

"Welcome Inn".
Model stitched on 32 Ct. linen using Classic Colorworks floss & DMC. Stitch count 49 x 47 and the finished size is 3.06" x 2.94".

Pattern by Scarlett House featuring a bluebird and flower design with the date 1835.

Model stitched on 35 Ct. Alabaster linen from R&R Reproductions with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 142 x 103 and the finished size is 8.11" x 5.89".

Pattern by La-D-Da featuring an antique inspired sampler design with the quote "Bless our home on every side, bless our door that opens wide."

Model stitched on 36 Ct. linen using one strand over two threads of linen. Stitched using both Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye... Read more about Bless Our Home - Cross Stitch Pattern

Pattern by Cross Eyed Cricket featuring five different Easter egg designs.

All models are stitched on 28 Ct. White Chocolate linen using DMC floss. Stitch count for all is 35 x 43 and the finished size is 2.33" x 2.87".

NOTE: If working all 5 Eggs it is wise to have two skeins of 524 & 3866.

Pattern by Plum Street Samplers featuring a cute vintage design with teh phrase "Ever Faithful, ever kind. Firm and generous be thy mind."

Model stitched over two on 36 Ct. Winter Row using Classic Colorworks. Stitch count 99 x 82 and the finished size is 5.5" x 4.56".

Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 118 x 78 and the finished size is 8.43" x 5.57" on 28 count.

Pattern by Plum Street Samplers featuring a vintage inspired design for the Serial Bowl collection with the words, "The Daily labors of the bee awake my soul to industry".

Model stitched over two on 36 Ct. Vintage Meadow Rue by Lakeside Linens using Classic Colorwork floss.

Pattern by Pineberry Lane features an antique sampler reproduction and pinkeep pattern from a young girl named Sarah Platt originally stitched in 1811.

Model stitched over two on 36 Ct. linen using Weeks Dye Works and Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count: 102 x 151 and the finished size is 5.67" x 8.39".

This Quaker pattern by ByGone Stitches is inspired by the season of Autumn with fall colors and designs.

Model stitched on 28 Ct. linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 160W x 100H. Finished Design Size: 12" x 8".

"Teacups" Model is stitched on 36 Ct. Oaken linen using Gloriana Silks. Stitch Count: 80H x 90W. Design Size: 4" x 5".

Model stitched over two on your choice of fabric using DMC floss. Stitch Count for Pin Cushion: 151W x 38H. Stitch Count for Scissor Fob: 25W x 25H. Color Chart.

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"

Patterns by From the Heart featuring a vintage reproduction of Hannah's Sampler. Includes three designs, Hannah's Sampler, Hannah's flowers, and Hannah's mini sampler.

Models stitched on 36 ct. Cocoa linen or 36 ct. Faun linen using Dinky Dyes Silk floss, Gloriana Silks, and Weeks Dye... Read more about Hannah Hetherington - Cross Stitch Pattern

Reprint of a previously discontinued pattern. "Tall Oaks" and "Garden" samplers were stitched on 32 Ct. Bay Rum Jobelan. "Cottage" sampler stitched on 32 Ct. Sage Jobelan. All designs use DMC floss. Stitch count for each: 177H x 73W and the finished size is 11.06" x 4.56".

Model stitched on 32 Ct. Lambswool linen with DMC floss, Classic Color Works and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 139W x 137H.

This design of an antique locomotive reminds us of a past when train travel was the only way to get around the country to far off destinations. It would be a wonderful companion piece to the Vintage Automobile and the Vintage Airplane. Full color image, chart, DMC floss color guide, general... Read more about Vintage Locomotive - Cross Stitch Pattern

12 Country ornaments, each a tiny sampler in its own right, are gathered together into one charming collection. Santa feels right at home surrounded by blackbirds, checks and hearts galore. These delightful ornaments will enhance any country decor.

Each chart pack comes with a full color... Read more about Country Folk Christmas Ornaments - Cross Stitch Pattern

A schoolgirl sampler that exemplifies the distinctive style indicative of the Mary Balch School, from the architectural arrangement to the moral sentiments expressed right down to the authentic stitches used.

This design appeared in Treasures in Needlework: Spring 1993, Vol. II, No. 1 and... Read more about American Antique Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

This stocking is another of our coveted Heirloom Stockings designed by Sandy Orton and is designed for the stitcher in your life! A stunningly detailed Victorian design that is perfect for the holidays! Kooler Heirloom stockings are wonderfully detailed with full and half cross stitches. Includes a... Read more about Stitcher's Studio Heirloom Stocking - Cross Stitch Pattern

Hold on tight to your toboggan! This classic Kooler design in a traditional, vintage style, and the festive flair of this playful snowy scene is sure to make spirits bright and add the right touch to your holiday decor. Stitch Count 131w X 197h. Finished size on 14-ct 9-1/4" X 13-7/8" Model stitched on 14 Count Natural Rustico Aida

Kit Includes: Beads, treasure, 14 ct perforated paper/pvc, floss, needles, magnet, chart and instructions. Finished size: 2.75" x 2.25"

While we still have kits in stock with Perforated Paper, newer Mill Hill kits are now being made with Perforated PVC. We were skeptical at first,... Read more about Vintage Bicycle - Beaded Cross Stitch Kit

Cross stitch pattern from Teresa Kogut featuring vintage Christmas Santa Claus with reindeer! Model stitched over 2 threads on 35 Ct. Tin Roof linen with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 110x86. Finished size: 6 1/4" x 5".

Thread cutters by Clover Needlecraft are great gadgets for quick thread cutting! The Thread Cutter Ring features a brass ring with a stainless steel blade that can be easily adjusted to fit any finger. The Thread Cutter Pendant is designed with a sharp circular blade inside so threads can be cut using any of the grooves.

These wonderful towels are 18"x28", 100% Cotton, hemmed on all sides, perfect for hand or machine embroidery, and great for iron-on patterns.

These wonderful towels are 18"x28", 100% Cotton, hemmed on all sides, perfect for hand or machine embroidery, and great for iron-on patterns.

Pattern by City Stitcher featuring an antique inspired sampler design focusing on the letter B with the sentiment, "Could we live without the bee To fill each hive with sweet honey!".

Model stitched on 26 Ct. Golden Flax linen using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 148 x 111. Design Size: 12" x 9"

Weeping Tree Sampler by City Stitcher features a vintage sampler design where the letters are leaves falling off of trees with the phrase, "Here my work forever stands The labour of two busy hands."

Model stitched on 28 Ct. Light Mocha linen using DMC floss. The Stitch count is... Read more about Weeping Tree Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

An old black Singer sewing machine brings back memories of mom patiently trying to teach me how to sew! Chart comes with gold scissor and thimble charms. Stitch Count: 86H x 120W.

We love the floral motifs in Sarah's sampler as well as the asymmetric design.

Stitched on 36 count Baked Clay by Fox and Rabbit. Stitch count is 203 x 228. Finished size is 11.3" x 12.7".

Vintage Christmas cards, pine cones, snowflakes and winter frost were my inspirations for Christmastide. The over-dyed Picture This Plus linen simulates a winter sky for this frosty stitch of stylized snow covered pine. And the special Snowflake board from 141 Design Co. is the perfect backdrop! ... Read more about Christmastide - Christmas Cross Stitch Pattern

Previously a retreat exclusive, I reproduced this lovely little flower basket from a French antique needlepoint, adding a simple border.

Model stitched on 36-ct "French Pear" by Number12StitchCo (a soft green) using overdyes. Stitched with Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and... Read more about Simone's Basket - Cross Stitch Pattern

The collaboration I did with Robin Laukuf of Old Willow, is now available as a separate pattern. I am a big fan of Adam and Eve samplers and this one is darling! It was stitched by Mary Greenup, in 1841 and the pattern and finishing instructions for the satchel are included.

Stitched on 46... Read more about Mary Greenup 1841 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Originally Published in 1999

This another case where no digital photo exists of the model so I've had to enhance an less-than-perfect image to the best of my ability. I know there are a lot of stitchers out there who are eager to get stitching on this big pink house! This is a great... Read more about Strawberry Fields - Cross Stitch Pattern

Take your pick of these lovely flowers! A farmer has pulled his vintage truck out into the field and he's ready to sell you something beautiful. This cross stitch design from Dimensions is perfect for any gardening enthusiast. Design Dee Dee, License granted by Penny Lane Publishing.

... Read more about Flowers For Sale - Cross Stitch Kit