Antique Cross Stitch Patterns Page 4

Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Raw Natural linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads, Weeks Dye Works floss and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 145 x 157. Finished size: 8 1/8 x 8 3/4".

Please note: DMC conversion for Week's Grape Vine is not included. We suggested DMC 3011.

John and Abigail by Plum Street Samplers features a patriotic design with a large house an American flag on the side with John and Abigail standing off to the side.

Model stitched on 36 Ct. linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 122W x 74H and the finished size is 6.78" x 4.11".

Pattern by Summer House Stitche Workes featuring a vintage inspired home with floral motifs.

Model stitched on 32 Ct. Colonial Parchment two over two using Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Classic Colorworks. Also required for the chenille trim, but not listed above Lady Dot Creates Thundercloud. Stitch Count: 51W x 51H. Finished Size: 3" x 3".

Model stitched on 36 Ct. Dapple by Picture This Plus and Gloriana thread. Stitch count: 80 x 90. Finished size is 4.44 in wide X 5 in high.

Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 175W x 151H. Finished size: 9.77" x 8.38".

Pattern by Stacy Nash Primitives featuring an antique looking sampler design that can be made into a pocket.

Model stitched on 40 Ct. Parchment linen with Weeks Dye Works threads. Finished size using the stitch count is 9" x 7".

"Let no revenge inflame our hearts. No anger tease our minds. But let us act a Christian's part, towards God and all Mankind. 1811."

Model stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. "Linen" colored linen from Weeks Dye Works, with Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 378W x 434H. Finished size: 19" x 21 3/4".

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

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

Drawings from a naturalist's notebook, including delicate butterflies. Conjure up a walk in the woods with this beautiful pattern! Counted cross stitch design by Nancy Rossi. Stitch Count 154w X 196h. Finished size on 14 ct 11-1/4" X 14-1/4" Model stitched on 14 Count Oatmeal Fiddler's Cloth (discontinued)

Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "La Plage a" (At The Beach) with a European beach scene including beach chair, anchor, seagull, and more!

Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 188 x 182.

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.

Pattern by Moira Blackburn Samplers featuring an antique design with the sentiment, "He who sows courtesy, reaps friendship, and he who plants kindness, gathers love.".

Model stitched on 18 count Aida with DMC floss. Stitch count: 264W x 264H and the finished size is 14.67" x 14.67".

Cross stitch pattern from Primitive Hare featuring a colonial woman who is holding keys!

Stitch count is 66w x 120h.

Characteristically ornate illuminated alphabets are featured on this classic Scottish sampler. Other stylistic elements indicating its origin include the peacock with seven tail feathers and three rows of initials of the maker's family. The illuminated alphabets on this particular sampler are... Read more about Margret Lawrance 1823 Scottish Sampler - Cross Stitch

Plant your garden with Linums Seed Packets from It's Sew Emma. Linums are not only a cheerful addition to any garden, but also a valuable plant, providing the beginnings of linseed oil and flaxseed for linen. In a calming shade of blue, this flower deserves a special place in your stitchy... Read more about Linums Seed Packet - Cross Stitch Pattern

This sampler has no name on it so I lovlingly, refer to it as the Black Cat sampler. I believe the original was crafted in England. There are two sets of initials on the sampler but I have not been able to determine if they are that of the stitchers.

Pattern is stitched on 35 ct linen... Read more about Black Cat 1861 - Cross Stitch Pattern

"Lord give me wisdom to direct my ways I ask not riches nor yet for Length of Drop. From rocks and sands And stormy weather Pray God Protect John Negus for ever". "My dear friends I will Bless and praise for giving me learning in My Early days Catherine Negus her Sampler finished... Read more about Catherine Negus 1810 - Cross Stitch Pattern

"On the alone my Hope relies Beneath thy cross I fall thou art my life my sacrifice My Savior and My All don 1837". What a stunning English sampler! It was so much fun to stitch with all the motifs and bright colors. Not sure if the swans, bull, or parrot is my favorite... okay, maybe the... Read more about Elizabeth Lamb 1837 - Cross Stitch Pattern

I think the saying says it all. Change up the color of the flowers to make it your own!

Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Tin Roof from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 70 x 106. Finished size is 3.88" x 5.88".

"Lord what is life tis like a flower That blofsoms and is gone We see it flourish for an hour With all its beauty on". This sampler is dated December 24, 1834. I was told this sampler was a Christmas gift to Louisa's parents. Louisa was 9 years old when she completed this brightly... Read more about Louisa Dodd 1834 - Cross Stitch Pattern

"Few to good breeding make a just pretence Good breeding is the blossom of good sense. The last result of an accomplished mind. With outward grace the bodys virtue joined". I love the bands and motifs Mary Ann used in this sampler. The colors in this sampler are beautiful... the mix of blue... Read more about Mary Ann Robey 1810 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Mary is a very fun piece to stitch. The floweres and leaves are filled in with Stem Stitch and the basket is stitched in two layers.

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Vintage Autumn Gold from Lakeside Linens using NPI threads. Stitch count is 105 x 138. Finished size is 6.5" x 8.5".

This original design was inspired by many antique samplers.

Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Aspen from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts, and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 225 x 211. Finished size is 12.5" x 11.75".

"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".

A gentle reminder to use your talents even if you don't think they are the very best.

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct linen using Gloriana Silk threads. Stitch count is 322 x 172. Finished size is 16" x 8.5".

Love the saturated colors in this pieceit looks so royal to me!

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct linen using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 133 x 101. Finished size is 8.3" x 6.3".

"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.

... Read more about Sarah Podd 1844 - Cross Stitch Pattern

"Hope is the thing with feathers That perches in the soul And sings the tunes without the words And never stops at all" Emily Dickinson 1830-1886. Fourth in the series of samplers with lots of fun stitches.

Pattern is stitched on 36 ct linen using Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count is 196 x 196. Finished size is 11" x 11".

This reproduction samplers stays true to Anne Quertier's sampler, which she stitched in 1854 at the age of 10! We charted all the quirks and imperfections so you can duplicated this cheery and summery sampler. My favorite parts are the strawberries, making this this perfect stitch for popular... Read more about Strawberry Sampler Reproduction - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Needlemade Designs featuring a vintage pin cushion with a patriotic eagle!

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Dirty Tea Cup from Needle and Flax using Soie d'Alger threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 98 x 124. Finished size is 4.9" x 6.2".

Pattern by Antique Needleworkers featuring cute small floral designs.

Stitched on 36 count linen with Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works floss. The Needlebook has a stitch count of 79 x 40 with a finished size of 4.39" x 2.22". The Scissor Fob has a stitch count of 27 x 19 with a finished size of 1.5" x 1.06".

nspired by an 1874 antique, this adaptation sampler has been beautifully reproduced in collaboration with Cherry Hill Stitchery. Bright florals, elegant birds, and a radiant central motif create a cheerful and timeless heirloom piece.

Pattern is stitched on 36 ct. linen with Treenway... Read more about Pretty in Pink - Cross Stitch Pattern

This design was inspired by my collection of antique samplers, and several of the motifs were lovingly pulled from those treasured pieces. I wanted to capture that same timeless charm- simple motifs, a glorious red house, and a message that feels both comforting and enduring. The verse spoke to me:... Read more about Peace of Mind - Christian Cross Stitch Pattern

Pattern by Antique Needleworkers featuring a vintage sampler design.

Stitched on 36 ct. linen with Gentle Art, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works floss. The stitch count is 122 x 200 and the finished size is 6.78" x 11.11".

This bound book is a reproduction of an antique English sampler that I purchased in Franklin during the 2025 Nashville Needlework Market. The original sampler immediately stood out to me for its beautiful balance and lettering, and especially for its timeless verse, which feels just as meaningful... Read more about Talents Few Or Many - Cross Stitch Pattern

SS Harris is Sarah Sylyina Harris who stitched her sampler in the thirteenth year of her life. With no year and no place provided it is difficult to find out more about her. What we do know from the way she carried her thread and misspelled a word or two, perhaps even her middle name, is that she... Read more about SS Harris - Cross Stitch Pattern