In 1894, in the small town of Pouance, there lived a young girl named Lea
Letourneur. Unlike many embroiderers of her time, who endlessly repeated their neat red alphabets, Lea dreamed of light, of flowers, and of birds. Stitch by stitch, her needle traced an alphabet bursting with life, bordered... Read more
Model stitched over 2 threads on fabric of your choice with Au Ver a Soie Soie d'Alger silk floss (or DMC floss 902, 355, 3752, 221, 422, 224, 3768, 369, 3830, 3778, 543, 3823, 728, 3853, 3770, 321, 502, 3011). Stitch Count: 307x240. Design Size on 32 Ct. Design size 19" x 15"
Model stitched over 2 threads on fabric of your choice with Au Ver a Soie Soie d'Alger silk floss (or DMC floss 223, 3721, 221). Stitch Count: 402x309. Design Size on 32 Ct. Fabric: 25" x 19"
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
This cross stitch pattern by Reflets De Soie is a recreation of a sampler by Marguerite Leduc, who had originally embroidered her antique marquoir in fir green, an unusual color for the time period. It has been presented here in a softer blue and the simple geometric frieze has been replaced with a... Read more
This design features the text "Vivez longtemps soyez heureux
Bien chers Parents ce sont mes voeux."
A wish from a child to her parents, for long and happy lives. They are surrounded by birds and flowers, while shepherding lambs in the French countryside.
Model stitched over 2 threads on fabric of your choice with Au Ver a Soie Soie d'Alger silk floss (or DMC floss 310, 3740, 225, 501, 730, 321, 734, 3855, 3865, 3782, 839, 898, 815, 320, 605, 3687, 3824, 832, 977, 563, 3033, 3750, 932, 3753). Also required, but not listed above 621, and 4226 from Au Ver a Soie Soie d'Alger. Stitch Count: 345x247. Design Size on 32 Ct. Fabric: 22" x 15"
This cross stitch pattern is worked in one color and features a lacy border, two swans at the top and a vase with flowers in the center.
Chart recommends 36ct Ancient Blue Linen using Au Ver a Soie Soie de Paris, or Soie d'Alger thread (listed). DMC alternative is B5200. Stitch count: 257 x 349.
Cross stitch pattern from Reflets de Soie featuring a beautiful Virgin Mary surrounded by colored motifs.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct linen using Soie D'Alger silk floss. Stitch count is 312 x 235. Required Au Ver A Soie Soie d'Alger 2928 and 3996 have been discontinued.
A reproduction sampler from Reflets de Soie, worked all in red, featuring 6 alphabets and "Emerence Van Shembrouck Ostende 1896."
Model stitched on 16 ct. Zweigart linen using DMC and Soie d' Alger thread. Stitch count is 293 x 307.
French sampler from Reflets de Soie. Yvonne embroidered her sampler in 1905 in Agnires, in the Pas de Calais, not far from Arras. High in color, generous flower friezes, animals and charming scenes.
Model stitched over 2 threads on fabric of your choice with Au Ver a Soie Soie d'Alger silk... Read more
Germaine Villeret stitched her large colorful sampler in 1925. The colors are as beautiful front as back. You can stitch it in either Soie d'Alger, 1003 silk or DMC. Stitch count is 308 x 320.
Note from the designer - "Reproduction of a French sampler dated 1888.
Claudia was 8 years old when she embroidered her sampler. A very elegant monochrome sampler."
Model stitched on 40ct Linen using Soie d'Alger thread.
Stitch Count: 259 x 260.
A beautiful sampler from France featuring specialty stitches. Instructions are included. The model was stitched a fabric of your choice with Soie d'Alger silk floss (or DMC 3856, 722, 608, 606, 666, 321, 304, 816, 814, 712, 738, 739, 225, 3727, 3836, 3834, 3761, 519, 3760, 517, 3821, 3820, 963, 961,... Read more
Model stitched over 2 threads on fabric of your choice with Au Ver a Soie Soie d'Alger silk floss (or DMC floss 931, 3752, 720, 321, 498, 3051, 3012, 3011, 3047, 676, 372, 801, 434, 224, 315, 778). Stitch Count: 261x302. Finished Size on 32 Ct. fabric: 16" x 19"
Model stitched over 2 threads on fabric of your choice with Au Ver a Soie Soie d'Alger silk floss (or DMC floss 720, 554, 3753, 932, 3348, 3346, 745, 725, 945, 948, 818, 3831, white, 822, 369, 3756, 435, 801, 738, 310, 3865). Also required, but not listed above 3712 from Au Ver a Soie Soie d'Alger. Stitch Count: 271x214. Design Size on 32 Ct. Fabric: 17" x 13"
Model stitched over 2 threads on fabric of your choice with Au Ver a Soie Soie d'Alger silk floss (or DMC floss 209, 550, 164, 986, 500, 3078, 975, 840, 746, 728, 159, 803, 3865, 355, 3779, 760, 815, 814, 3802, 3774). Also required, but not listed above (2) 1345, 0933 and 4646 from Au Ver a Soie Soie d'Alger. Stitch Count: 237x255
Looking for springtime colors for your stitching moments? The Marguerite sampler is for you! This delicate design features several alphabets elegantly framed by simple borders. Shades of green and pink harmonize beautifully on a cream linen, creating a soft, romantic atmosphere. Its simplicity... Read more
This is a reproduction of a French sampler. Little embroiderer Lucie embroidered a beautiful alphabet and then chose to embellish it with two trees with birds. She adorned her initial with two griffins.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct linen using Soie d'Alger, Gentle Arts, or DMC threads. Stitch count is 310 x 262. Finished size is 19.38" x 16.38".
The romantic alphabet of Reflets de Soie is a true blank canvas for your overflowing imagination! Select your canvas, choose your thread colors, and decide on the final support. Will you opt for miniature embroidery to create an elegant pin-keep or a charming decoration? Or perhaps you would prefer... Read more
The romantic alphabet of Reflets de Soie is a true blank canvas for your overflowing imagination! Select your canvas, choose your thread colors, and decide on the final support. Will you opt for miniature embroidery to create an elegant pin-keep or a charming decoration? Or perhaps you would prefer... Read more
Armande stitched her sampler from 1888 to 1891, it is actually very finely stitched and the original measures only 37 cm x 34 cm (14.6 inch x 13.4 inch). Multiple motifs are inserted among the alphabets. Stitch count is 491 x 439.
Madeleine stitched her little sampler in 1904. This model is stitched on a Zweigart linen 40ct color 323, with Soie 1003 Au Ver Soie, Conversion in Soie d'Alger and DMC is included in the booklet. Stitch count is 244 x 253.