Antique Cross Stitch Patterns Page 7

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".

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".

Cross Stitch Nation by Heartstring Samplery features a row of vintage inspired people with the phrase "I belong to the cross stitch nation." written above.

Model stitched on your choice of 32 ct. linen using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts Sampler threads and Classic Colorworks floss (DMC Conversion included). Stitch Count: 200W x 83H. Finished Size: 13" x 6".

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".

Pattern by Filigram featuring a rose design with beautiful stitched flowers.

Model stitched on Cobblestone, Light Blue, or Dark undyed fabric of your choice with Gentle Art Sampler Threads or Gentle Arts Simply Wool threads. Stitch Count: 113W x 112H and the finished size is 8.07" x 8" on 28 ct. linen.

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".

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".

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".

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".

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

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

This delightful pair of English samplers are a low-cost stitch, as they are stitched entirely in DMC on "Vintage Country Mocha". I think they'd be wonderful to customize as birth samplers, or you could stitch the central motifs as pin-pillows.

Models stitched on 40-ct... Read more about Anne Stakes - Cross Stitch Pattern

Previously published in Homespun Australia Magazine, this little sugar glider is surrounded flowers. It was inspired by medieval manuscripts, with an Aussie twist.

Model stitched on 32-ct "Buttercream" by Whoopsie Daisy Designs (a warm neutral) using mostly Cottage Garden Threads... Read more about Sugar Glider - Cross Stitch Pattern

Are you a little Too Hexie for your pincushion? Two sizing options for these sweet pincushions - the larger Hexie Bouquet Pincushion & the Maxi Hexie...so you can go smaller on the pincushion but bigger on the hexie!

Model stitched over 2 threads on 32ct Straw Linen from Weeks Dye Works... Read more about A Vintage Stitch - Too Hexie - Cross Stitch Pattern

Glee's Sampler is a beautiful piece from the collection of renowned needlework collector Glee Kreuger. Upon Glee's passing her daughter sought new homes for some of the samplers from Glee's collection and I am honored to be the guardian of this beautiful and primitive piece likely dating... Read more about Glee's Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

Jane Allen is a stunning antique sampler dating back to the 18oo's. Because of the charming motifs featured throughout this piece and the overwhelming size of the original sampler (shown on the cover) this chart pack includes three pattern options for you: the complete sampler reproduction, a... Read more about Jane Allen Collection - Cross Stitch Pattern

This original adaptation includes some of my favorite elements and motifs from the oversized sampler stitched in 1854. Most notable are the strawberries, blue rabbits, and colorful star flowers! This piece was designed for those stitchers who wanted a quicker finish while keeping the charm of Mary... Read more about Strawberry Sampler Fragment - Cross Stitch Pattern

Included in the pattern booklet are charts for the antique reproduction, a sewing roll inspired by the sampler, and a cute little "humbug" pin cushion. The sampler is a large 235 x 376, but inside the cover is a QR code that will take the stitcher to a revised smaller size as well as a bonus... Read more about Jessie Forbes 1898 - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Home Town Holiday Sampler Cross Stitch by Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet hits all the hallmarks of a traditional cross stitch sampler-an alphabet, decorative borders and a house set in a horizontal band format. Rows of holly, straight stitches and a cheerful alphabet stitched in Christmas red top... Read more about Home Town Holiday Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

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

Pattern by It's Sew Emma featuring a retro inspired Santa Claus.

Pattern is stitched on 14 ct Minty Green Opalescent Aida using DMC floss. Stitch count is 91 x 91 and the finished size is 6.5" x 6.5".

Model stitched on 25 ct. Lugana using AuriFloss with a DMC Conversion listed. Stitch count is 74 x 74 and the finished size is 6" x 6".

Also required but not listed is AuriFloss 2437 and 6722

Pattern is stitched on 25 ct Prim lugana using Aurifloss. Stitch count is 74 x 74 and the finished size is 6" x 6".

Also required but not listed is Aurifloss 2437, 2215, 5001, and 6722

This retro-style pattern pays tribute to the amazing divas who handle the house, the family and everything in between with ease and grace. The Vintage Housewife Cross Stitch Pattern comes with full-color instructions, diagrams and supply list, including suggested DMC colors. It is printed on durable... Read more about Vintage Housewife - Cross Stitch Pattern

This cross stitch pattern from JBW Designs features six antique marking samplers.

Patterns are stitched on various linens from 28 ct to 36 ct. Stitch counts and finished sizes vary.

Five antique samplers are included with this collection. Select a fabric and thread of your choice.

Abingdon 1878 Stitch Count: 190W x 158H. Berta Heinen Sampler 1904 Stitch Count: 166W x 171H. The Brkits L Sampler Stitch Count: 195W x 155H. The Greek Key Sampler Stitch Count: 114W x 108H. The Star Sampler Stitch Count: 191W x 139H.

This set of designs by JBW Designs features 5 different antique samplers from 5 different stitchers: Olive Rowley, Helene Schnoor, Edith Isherwood, Ada Padoan, and Monica Marshall.

Five antique samplers are included with this collection. Select a fabric and thread of your choice. ... Read more about Antique Sampler Collection II - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from designer: Renee's French Alphabet has been adapted from an antique sampler with beautifully formed graceful letters. The original sampler was worked in wool, and did not contain the letters : J and W, which would have been common in France at the time it was stitched. I have added both of... Read more about Renee's French Alphabet - Cross Stitch Pattern

The design is based on antique alphabet fonts and floral borders.

Model stitched on 36 ct. linen with Classic Colorworks floss (DMC conversion included). Stitch count is 113 x 166. Finished size is 6.3" x 9.2".

Pattern by Jeannette Douglas featuring a fun drum design with flowers, bees, scissors, and more.

Stitched on 36 ct. Dolley Madison by Needle and Flax with Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss (includes DMC conversion). The stitch count is 326 x 46 with a finished size of 18.11" x 2.56".

Cross stitch pattern from JEDxStitch featuring a retro sketches straight from a 90s journal! This piece was inspired by the designer's daughter and is packed with fun, bright motifs centered around two central hearts.

Stitched on 40 ct Fiber on a Whim "Hibiscus" linen using all DMC floss 1 strand over 2. Stitch count is 91 x 140 with a finished size of 4.55" x 7".

Pattern by Jean Farish Needleworks featuring a beautiful geometric floral design.

This pattern is recommended to be stitched on your choice of linen with DMC floss (Cosmo conversion included). Stitch count is 93 x 93. Finished sizes depends on fabric choice.

A pretty floral design with a vintage, old-fashioned look, featuring the phrase "Stitch a little happiness in every day."

Model is stitched on 40 ct Legacy by Picture This Plus. Stitched with a variety of overdyed floss with a DMC conversion. Stitch count is 132w x 120h. Finished size: 6 x 6.6.

Cross stitch pattern from Jan Hicks Creates two Christmas ornaments - "Family" and "Gift."

Pattern is stitched on 40 count Legacy over 2 threads using DMC floss.

Stitch Counts:
Alphabet F: 55 x 60. Finished size: 2.8 x 3
Alphabet G: Finished size: 2.9 x 2.9

This month's Vintage Christmas Alphabet set, #6, gets us halfway through the alphabet with M, N and O!!

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Legacy by Picture This Plus using DMC floss.

Stitch counts:
Alphabet M: 44 x 53. Finished size: 2.2 x 2.6
Alphabet N: 59 x 59. finished size: 3 x 3
Alphabet O: 60 x 60. Finished size: 3 x 3

Cross stitch pattern from Jan Hicks Creates featuring the letters T and U decorated for Christmas!

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Dusty Road by Seraphim Hand-dyed Fabrics using DMC floss. Stitch count for each design is 60w x 60h. Finished size: 3 x 3

Cross stitch pattern from Jan Hicks Creates featuring the letters V and W decorated for Christmas!

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Dusty Road by Seraphim Hand-dyed Fabrics using DMC floss.

Stitch Counts:
Alphabet V: 59 x 60. Finished size: 3.3 x 3.3
Alphabet W: 60 x 60. Finished size: 3 x 3

My Vintage ABCs of Christmas Book is a compilation inspired by my previously released Vintage Christmas Alphabet Ornament series. In the book, you will find a big design of all of the ornaments combined, named The Vintage ABCs of Christmas. The ornament designs have been modified a bit to fit the... Read more about Vintage ABCs of Christmas - Cross Stitch Book

M. Seckel is a sampler brimming with floral beauty. The color inspiration was taken from the unfaded back of the sampler. The second photo shows the front.

Stitched on 40 ct. linen with NPI silk floss (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 234 x 229 and the finished size is 11.7" x 11.45".

This sampler is for all of your customers who love to stitch alphabets and who love to learn the history of a sampler. I took this as an opportunity to learn about the Hutterites and I share a bit of their interesting history in the chart as well as some details about the stitcher, Sarah. ... Read more about Sarah Hofer 1947 - Cross Stitch Pattern