The original sampler is a charmer, and can you believe Felicie was only 7? As always, my charts come with a little essay about the antique, and my thoughts about what make the sampler special, in this case, those beautiful, organic borders, the color palette, the airy space contained within, and the... Read more
This is Part 1 of the Fragments in Time 2025 Halloween series and features a haunted mansion.
The stitch count for each design is 51W x 51H. Stitched with the border pattern (available at www.summerhousestitcheworkes.com), the stitch count is 127W x127H. The models were stitched over 2... Read more
This beautiful design from Summer House Stitche Workes features a cozy red house in the center, white picket fence, and gorgeous lace and floral border.
The model was stitched on 40 Ct. Cream & Sugar linen from Fiber on a Whim with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 175W x 175H. Finished size is 8.75 in wide X 8.75 in high.
This is a sweet circular designs with a floral/leaf border and "Home Sweet Home" in the center.
The model was stitched on 40 Ct. Cream & Sugar linen from Fiber on a Whim with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 47W x 47H. Finished size is 2.35 in wide X 2.35 in high.
This mourning sampler design from Summer House Stitche Workes features a bent over tree with hanging tree branches and the words "Remember me when this you see."
The model was stitched on 32 Ct. Chocolate Milk from Fabrics by Stephanie with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks & DMC floss. Stitch Count: 99W x 96H. Finished size is 6.19 in wide X 6 in high.
This is part two of the Fragments in time 2025 Halloween series. It features a cemetery.
The stitch count for each design is 51W x 51H. Stitched with the border pattern, the stitch count is 127W x127H. The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Silver Fox from Fiber on a Whim (a fat... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Frony Ritter Designs featuring a sleepy Santa Claus!
Pattern is stitched on 30ct. sky linen from Weeks Dye Works or 20ct. natural brown linen. Stitch count is 47 x 74. Finished size on 20 ct is 2 1/2" x 3 3/4". Finished size on 30 ct is 3" x 4 3/4".
This Baltimore-style sampler is a tribute to the bond of sisters. The quote reads:"Beside a well one does not thirst. Beside a sister one does not despair."
Pattern is stitched on 40 count linen using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works, and DMC threads with a DMC conversion. Stitch Count: 215 x 241. Finished size is 10.75" x 12.05".
The thirteenth edition in my alphabet series, this one features that hobby that we all know and love. Surrounded by X's, the words "S Is For Stitch" are joined by scissors, needle and thread, thimble, skein of floss, and a tomato pincushion.
Pattern is stitched on 32 count Ballet... Read more
This sampler brings together two of my favorite themes: stitching and music. It is full of motifs such as thread spools, "loudspeaker" flowers, and hoops with music notes. It reads: "I wanna rock and roll all night and cross stitch every day"
The model was turned into a quilted table mat meant for use at cross stitch retreats, but it would be just as good placed in a frame. It was inspired by the people I've met and the friends I've made at cross stitch events across the nation.
Pattern is stitched on 32 count linen using... Read more
Note from the designer: Combining antique motifs, borders and alphabet fonts is one of my favorites to design.
This is a monochromatic design that can be stitched on any fabric with any one color of floss. The blue model was stitched on 36 Ct. Mayflower from Fox & Rabbit with Belle Soie... Read more
This page from an Antique Pattern Album made in Germany contains common motifs used in Bristol samplers and English day schools. These pattern booklets from France, England and Germany were published widely and used for embellishing samplers. The motifs on this particular page appear on The Amelia... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Cross Stitch Wonders featuring nine decorative Christmas squares!
Model stitched on linen of choice using DMC thread. Versatile and cute no matter if stitched on a towel, fabric, plastic canvas, perforated paper or their matching wood blanks. Stitch count is 59w x 59h. Finished size varies on fabric chosen.
We stitched this cutie pie 6 over 2 threads on 18 count Oatmeal Floba! You are reading that correctly! 6 over 2. Stitch count is 76 x 227. Finished Size: 12.6 x 4.2.
Model was stitched on 32 ct linen from Be Stitch me using threads from Classic Colorworks, Colour and Cotton, The Gentle Arts, Weeks and Wisper from Rainbow Gallery. Stitch count is 83 x 54. Finished Size: 4.6 x 3.0.
This design from Erica Michaels features the saying "Good friends are like stars. You don't always see them, but you know they are always there." Pattern also included for a matching berry.
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Note from the designer: A Mystery Reveal so just a peek for now! It is a garden themed design stitched on a neutral color. In my collection of tiny 19th century pattern books is a loose page with two floral borders - and this design is built around one of those! It's a perfect fit for the verse and... Read more
Matilda is getting ready for Christmas and is carefully trimming her tree, which stands on a thread spool adorned with holly berries. How funny she is to have a cat angel for her tree topper.
Pattern is stitched on 16 Count Aida Wren. Stitch count is 64 x 82. Finished size is 4.57" x 5.86".
This pattern takes a step back in time. I have always loved the history of the old general store. In many cases, the family's who owned the local general store lived right next door and the store was truly thought of as a second home.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct fabric using Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch count is 230 x 119. Finished size is 16.43" x 8.50".
Cross stitch pattern from Pansy Patch Quilts and Stitchery featuring a lovely spring barn!
Spring Quilt Barn is stitched on 36 count linen, one strand of floss over two linen threads with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 118w x 108h. Finished size is 6.56 in wide X 6 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Pansy Patch Quilts and Stitchery featuring a lovely home at night surrounded by flowers!
Midnight Posies Pin Pillow is stitched on 36 count linen, one strand of floss over two linen threads with the following floss: ThreadworX Night Garden Palette. Stitch count is 60w x 60h. Finished size is 3.33 in wide X 3.33 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from The Proper Stitcher featuring the phrase "Stitching mends the soul"!
The pattern is stitched on 36 count linen using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works and DMC with a DMC conversion. Stitch Count: 109 x 90. Finished size is 6" x 5"
Cross stitch pattern from The Proper Stitcher featuring a woman and her sheep celebrating Easter!
The pattern is stitched on 32 count linen using Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 70 x 70. Finished size is 4 3/8" x 4 3/8"
Cross stitch pattern from The Proper Stitcher featuring the phrase "In nature nothing exists alone"!
The pattern is stitched on 32 count linen using Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 60 x 60. Finished size is 4 1/4" x 4 1/4"
Our latest Halloween house is a spooktacular place to stay! But don't be surprised if you enjoy it so much you never want to leave!
Stitched on 32 Haunted by Picture This Plus, using Kreinik, DMC, Gentle Art, and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 288 x 230. Finished size is 18 in wide X 14.38 in high.
This Plum Street Sampler design features lots of colorful flowers and the saying "I have gathered your heart to mine."
The model was stitched on 36 Ct. Milk & Honey by Fiber on a Whim with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks & DMC floss. Stitch Count: 98W x 170H. Finished Size: 5.44w x 9.44h.
Philippians 4:4 is quoted in this Plum Street Sampler Design. A red house, trees and birds are shown along with "Rejoice in the Lord always, and Again I say Rejoice!"
The model was stitched on 36 Ct. Affogato by Fiber on a Whim with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks & DMC floss. Stitch Count: 118W 101H. Finished Size: 6.56"w x 5.61h'.
A trio of skunks is stacked up in this cute little design by Plum Street Samplers.
The model was stitched on 36 Ct. Dusty Road by Seraphim Hand Dyed Fabrics with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks & DMC floss. Stitch Count: 54W x 90H. Finished Size: 3'w x 5"h.
Cross stitch pattern from Ink Circles featuring a beautiful geometric design with flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Linen from Fox and Rabbit using The Gentle Arts floss with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 97 x 97. Finished size is 5.39" x 5.39".
Cross stitch kit from Letistitch featuring a rocking chair next to a fireplace decorated for Christmas!
Counted cross stitch kit. Size: 15 x 17 cm. Col. 46. Zweigart Aida 16ct / Green. Threads Luca-S cotton 100%. Chart in black symbols. Skill level/ * * *. In association with Luca-S.
Cross stitch pattern from Happiness Is Heartmade featuring a sampler with the phrase "Except the lord build the house. They labour in vain that build it"!
Stitched on your choice of 14/16 count fabric using DMC threads.Stitch count is 127w x 161h. Finished size for 16 count fabric is 7.94 x 10.06
Cross stitch pattern from CM Designs featuring a lovely geometric mandala!
Pattern is stitched on 14 ct Aida using BeStitchMe threads(DMC conversion for Brigid and Leaf not listed). Stitch count is 105w x 105h. Finished size is 7.5" x 7.5".
Cross stitch pattern from Anabella's featuring a sheep for every season!
Patterns are stitched on 32 ct White Lugana using DMC threads. Stitch counts are approximately 60w x 60h. Finished sizes are approximately 3.75" x 3.75".