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Quilt Fabric featuring a love themed damask pattern with Cupids.

Quilt Fabric featuring rose wreaths.

Quilt Fabric featuring rose wreaths.

Quilt Fabric featuring roses on a polka dot background.

Quilt Fabric featuring roses on a polka dot background.

Quilt Fabric featuring cute ribbon bows.

Quilt Fabric featuring cute ribbon bows.

Quilt Fabric featuring cute ribbon bows.

Quilt Fabric featuring tiny hearts dotted across the fabric.

Quilt Fabric featuring tiny hearts dotted across the fabric.

Model stitched on 36 count linen with 2 over 2 of your choice using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count is 121 x 150 and the finished size is 6.72" x 8.33".

Cross stitch pattern by Lucy Beam Love in Stitches featuring an antique looking sign that reads, "Evaluation Center for Disturbed Women - Ward B"

Model stitched on 40 count Witches Brew by Lapin Loops using Gentle Arts and Weeks Dye Works thread. Stitch count is 197 x 134 and the finished size is 9.85" x 6.7".

Cross stitch pattern from Hands Across the Sea Samplers dated 1882!

Model is stitched using Zweigart based linen that was overdyed to the shade Marbled Khaki by xJuDesigns. The sampler is suitable fro stitching on aida, linen, and linaida. Stitch count is 145 x 105.

Note: Only... Read more about Ruth Gibb - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from From the Heart featuring intricate designs accompanied by the sentiment "I heard the bells"!

Model stitched over two on 40ct linen using Gloriana Silk thread. Stitch count is 79w x 115h and the finished size is 3.95" x 5.75".

Cross stitch pattern from Shakespeare's Peddler!

Note from the designer:

I am so proud of this book! The culmination of a year of effort, this book includes 5 reproduction sampler graphs and one supplemental project, articles and thoughts about the samplers included and other... Read more about Red Letter Day - Cross Stitch Pattern

Reproduction cross stitch pattern from Hands Across the Sea Samplers dated 1887.

The sampler has been rated as suitable for all levels of ability. The design is worked in cross stitch over one and two threads of linen and running stitch. The sampler could be stitched over 1 or 2 threads... Read more about Annie Bayliss - God Save The Queen - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from the designer:

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... Read more about Peacocks in the Garden - Cross Stitch Pattern

Stitch count: 137w x 190h.

Note from the designer:

I was enchanted with Clarissa's delightful little sampler as soon as I saw it and knew I had to reproduce it. I'm so pleased with the result, and I just know you will fall in love with her just as I did.

I've... Read more about Clarissa Beaumont - 1875 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Stitch count 94w x 100h.

Note from the designer:

I fell in love with the unique border on this diminutive antique sampler the moment I saw it. I've modified the border from the antique to bring what I loved most about it - the subtle gradation of greens - into greater... Read more about Sampler in Blue & Green - Cross Stitch Pattern

Flower Patches Cloud - Quilt Fabric

Flower Patches Robins Egg - Quilt Fabric

Flower Patches Limeade - Quilt Fabric

Flower Patches Midnight - Quilt Fabric

Flower Patches Ruby - Quilt Fabric

Flower Patches Robins Egg - Quilt Fabric

Flower Patches Midnight - Quilt Fabric

The model was stitched on a Zweigart linen overdyed to the shade of Crme Brulee by Tabby Cat Linens using Soie 100.3 from Au Ver Soie silks. Stitch Count: 294 x 277.

Also required but not listed is Soie 100.3 thread 705.

28ct: Design: 21.00" x 19.79" Fabric: 27.00"... Read more about Sophia Doggett 1804 - Cross Stitch Pattern

"When time who steals our years away
Shall steal our pleasures too
The memory of the past will stay
And half our joys renew
Then think no more of future gloom
These joys will always last
For hope will brighten days to come
And memory guild the... Read more about Memories of the Past - Cross Stitch Pattern

Designer's note:

Rosena Disery stitched her sampler in 1820 at the New York African Free School. It is one of a few samplers known to have been stitched by a Black girl and one of only two from this school. This pattern was created with permission of the New York Historical Society, which... Read more about Rosena Disery 1820 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Who was Mrs Campbell? Without a first name for Mrs Campbell, it has proved impossible to trace her. We believe that Mrs Campbell was most probably a needlework teacher and that her colourful sampler was used as a teaching tool.

Model was stitched on Woodsmoke by Tabby Cat Linens. Stitch... Read more about Mrs Campbell 1805 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Stitch count: 161w x 152h

Model stitched on 46 ct Sand Dune by Seraphim Fabrics.

Model stitched on 40 ct. Bees Knees using DMC thread. Stitch count: 110w x 341h

Cross stitch pattern from Lila'a Studio featuring the phrase "Remember thy creator in the days of thy youth while the evil days come not nor the years draw nigh when thou shalt say I have no pleasure in them."

Model stitched on 40 ct vintage luna from Lakeside Linens using Au Ver a Soie 100.3 with full DMC conversions. Stitch count: 193w x 191h.

Model stitched on 40 count Summer Khaki, Newcastle linen using DMC. Stitch count: 218w x 222h.

Note from the designer:

Eugenia is a lovely slip of a sampler that I am thrilled to have in my collection and to offer to you. Her name is shared with my grandmother (her middle name), and the sweet bird and poppies grabbed my attention as well, She was a very damaged antique, and had... Read more about Eugenia Hoyt - Cross Stitch Pattern

This Charming design from With Thy Needle and Thread features Regina Haible Sampler and Birds In The Bouch. It is stitched with a lovely earth-toned Color Palette. Model stitched on 40 ct. Antique Lace using DMC thread. Stitch count is 213 x 220.

This design by Annie Beez Folk Art features an alphabet and number sampler, along with hearts, flowers, and birds! At the bottom the design reads "Margaret Robertson August 14 1855"

Model stitched on 40ct Vintage Examplar by Lakeside Linens using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works thread. Stitch count: 137w x 139h.

This design by Hands Across the Sea Samplers features a variety of flora and fauna surrounding the text "Sarah Fletcher. Brighouse aged 12 1841".

Model stitched on 45ct Jersey Cream Linen from Legacy Linen using Soie 100.3 threads. We have provided DMC and Soie d'Alger thread... Read more about Sarah Fletcher - Cross Stitch Pattern

A beautifully detailed sampler inspired by an antique schoolgirl piece, featuring delicate florals and a heartfelt verse. Stitched in soft, muted tones, this design captures a timeless elegance perfect for those who love classic, heirloom-style stitching.

Stitched on 40 count Espresso... Read more about Lidya Corker Sampler Sewing Roll - Cross Stitch Pattern

Model stitched on 32 ct hogbristle by Fox and Rabbit using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and DMC floss. Stitch count: 180w x 73h. Finished size: 10 x 4.05.

The model was stitched on Zweigart-based linen overdyed. We recommend that you stitch Amelia on your preferred colour, fabric, and count of fabric. Aida, Linaida, or linen can be used. Amelia's cheery sampler has been reproduced with a palette of only 8 colours from Au Ver Soie's range of Soie... Read more about Amelia Bachelor 1863 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Antique reproduction sampler from Hands Across the Sea Samplers! Note from the designer:

I have been looking for a "Home Sweet Home" sampler to stitch since the beginning of my needlework journey with samplers. Whilst I like the "motto" needleworks so popular with the... Read more about Ellen Barber 1895 Home Sweet Home - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Darling & Whimsy Designs featuring a squirrel and its favorite nut!

Model stitched on 28 ct Garden Path linen from Color and Cotton using Classic Colorworks threads or DMC. Stitch count: 43w x 43h and the finished size is 3.07" x 3.07".

Cross stitch pattern from From The Heart featuring a sampler with birds!

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct fabric using Weeks Dye Works or DMC threads. Stitch count is 92 x 125. Finished size is 4.6" x 6.25".

Cross stitch pattern from Mingiu Stitch featuring a fun sampler!

Pattern is stitched on the linen or aida of your choice using Olde Willow Stitchery Threads and Mill Hill beads. Virginia Settlement (x2), Pumpkin pie, Vampires Kiss.

Cross stitch pattern from Scarlett House featuring a sampler from Martha Evans with the phrase "Learn to know Christ. Thou needst no more obtain not knowing him. All knowledge else is vain"!

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Hemingway from Needle and Flax using AVAS 100.3 silks with DMC conversions available. Stitch count is 260 x 258 and the finished size is 13" x 12.9".

Cross stitch pattern from Hands Across The Sea Samplers featuring a sampler from Elizabeth Garrod Wells in 1799!

Pattern is stitched on the linen of your choice using either Soie 100.3, Soie SDA or DMC floss. can be stitched on Aida or linen. Stitch count is 127 x 110.

28ct:... Read more about Elizabeth Garrod - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Hands Across The Sea Samplers featuring a sampler from Mary Ann Preece in 1851!

You can use whatever fabric you'd like! Mary Ann Preece calls for Soie 100.3 silk threads. Stitch count is 155 x 162.

Note: Only one skein or spool is required on 36 to... Read more about Mary Ann Preece - Cross Stitch Pattern