We are delighted to present to you a stunning sampler that was completed by Maria Wales Newson in the year 1838 when she was 13 years old. There is much to delight your eye and needle in this Bobby Dazzler.
Stitched on your choice of fabric using DMC threads. Stitch count is 295 x 413. Finished size is 22.39 x 28.94 inches for 36 count.
"Sepia Sampler" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. This sweet and simple sampler design inspired by vintage designs.
Stitched on 30ct Parchment linen from Weeks Dye Works using two strands of floss over two threads of linen, using all DMC threads. Stitch count is 82 x 121. Finished size is approx. 5.4" x 8".
Julia Rachel De La Mare, 1849, A Fuersney, Channel Island Sampler.
The Antique: This lovely vibrant sampler is in the style common to the time called Berlin Woolwork, named such after the printed patterns originating from Berlin where individual motifs such as florals, birds, the center... Read more
Charles Craft Gold Standard is woven from 100% cotton yarn, produced especially for Aida. USA-made Gold Standard is up to 33% heavier than imported fabric, so it can be stitched without a hoop.
Packaged in a clear plastic tube, providing a convenient square shape for easier storage. Plastic tubes keep the fabric free of folds and creases and is great for storing projects and supplies.
Charles Craft Gold Standard is woven from 100% cotton yarn, produced especially for Aida. USA-made Gold Standard is up to 33% heavier than imported fabric, so it can be stitched without a hoop.
Packaged in a clear plastic tube, providing a convenient square shape for easier storage. Plastic tubes keep the fabric free of folds and creases and is great for storing projects and supplies.
Hand-dyed items vary a bit from batch to batch. Dependent on dye, water, base product, temperature, drying process. It's thick, fluffy, and perfect for edgings on pincushions and other stitched pieces - it fills in the gaps and is very easy to use.
This timelessly elegant alphabet sampler takes you on a journey to the heart of the alphabet, where rows of darning stitches mingle with traditional motifs.
Discover the reproduction of a French sampler embroidered by Zephirine in 1876. This classic alphabet book invites you to explore... Read more
Charles Craft Gold Standard is woven from 100% cotton yarn, produced especially for Aida. USA-made Gold Standard is up to 33% heavier than imported fabric, so it can be stitched without a hoop.
Packaged in a clear plastic tube, providing a convenient square shape for easier storage. Plastic tubes keep the fabric free of folds and creases and is great for storing projects and supplies.
"Folk Bird Needlebook" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. A sweet little robin-bird on the cover, open up the book and her eggs will help you hold your needles!
Pattern is stitched on 30 ct linen using DMC threads. You will also need one piece of 5" x 5"... Read more
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
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
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".
Take a step back in time with BOHIN'S vintage collection of needle minders! Their graphic history through the ages is fascinating and the packaging from the first half of the 20th century brings back a sweet nostalgia for dressmakers who inherited this passion from their parents. BOHIN is now... Read more
Lugana 25-Count Vintage cloth by Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet offers the ease of stitching over one thread or two using your favorite embroidery floss to create the perfect vintage project. Package includes a 27in x 36in piece of 25-count evenweave vintage cloth. Made in Germany by Zweigart. 60% Rayon/40% Cotton
100% linen. A beautiful hand dyed and washable fabric available in a variety of counts and colors. Lakeside linens are available in both "Regular" and "Vintage". The Regular version has minimal shading while the Vintage is more distressed. With the Vintage version there may be color... Read more
To add to my growing flock of birds, this piece was adapted from a French antique in my collection. The original has been adapted to simplify the colour palette and make the birds more vibrant. The original stitcher's name has been charted for those who want to include it.