Inspired by my grandmother's collection of stitching notions, I decided that my entry into the sampler world needed to be a tomato. A red, sampler tomato. Everything we love about the stitching aesthetic in one place. And here she is - ripe and ready for you to enjoy.
"Peacock Pincushion" is an exclusive design released at The Silver Needle in 2023, after receiving numerous inquiries since its released exclusively for The Silver Needle last year, I decided to re-release this pattern.
Pattern is stitched on 32 count Raw Natural Linen by Zweigart using DMC and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 100 x 100.
Cross stitch pattern from Primrose Cottage Stitches featuring a cute pillow with strawberries!
Stitched on 32 count fabric using DMC threads. Stitch count is 55 x 55. Finished size is 3.5 x 3.5.
Models stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Natural Cashel linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads, Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count for Miles: 59x119. Stitch Count for Priscilla: 55x117. Shown with buttons from Just Another Button Company.
Long Flag model stitched over two on 32 ct Natural Linen. Stitch Count: 91 x 35. Cut size: 12" x 9".
"Free" is stitched on 32 Ct. Touch of Gray. Stitch Count: 34 x 36. Cut size: 9" x 9".
Liberty is stitched on 32 ct French Polka Dot Natural. Stitch Count: 49 x 49. Cut size: 9" x 9". All use Gentle Art Sampler Threds and Weeks Dye Works floss.
Tomatoes are growing on the vine in this Plum Street Sampler design. Shown finished as a pincushion.
The model was stitched over two threads on 36 Ct. Cafe au Lait with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks & DMc floss. Stitch Count: 57W x 68H. Finished Size: 3.17w x 3.78h.
My bestselling Martha Washington irregular-shaped pillow can be displayed year round, not just for July 4th.. It can also be framed. Finished pillow is approx. 5" x 8.75" tall. Easy pillow sewing instructions included. Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Lambswool Linen using Gentle Arts, Weeks Dye... Read more
Pattern by Heartstring Samplery featuring a Patriotic themed design that makes a great pin drum!
Model stitched on 32 Ct. Ale Linen by Picture This Plus using Gentle Art Sampler threads (DMC conversion included). Stitch Count: 62 x 71 and the finished size is 3.88" x 4.44".
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".
My bestselling Betsy Ross doll looks great with my other Americana personalities - George and Martha Washington and Abe Lincoln. You can customize the doll by replacing the flag area with either a quilting pattern or cross stitch pattern of their own making to create an "Early American stitching... Read more
Spring Has Spring model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. French Lace Linen. Hop Into Spring stitched one over two on 36 Ct. Vellum Linen. Is It Spring Yet model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Summer Khaki Linen. Stitch Count for All Models: 127x72. Design Size: 8" x 5". All models stitched... Read more
Model is stitched on 28 count French Rain Linen using Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Weeks Dye Works. Includes wool shown on the top of pincushion.Shown with Pins from Just Another Button Company. Stitch Count: 5858 (2) & 34232.
Patterns are included for both the silk and linen berries. The large linen berry was stitched over 2 threads on 35 Ct. Cocoa linen with Weeks Dye works floss and Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 126x72. Associated items above are for the linen berry.
Cross stitch pattern from Running With Needle and Scissor featuring a cute winter pillow with the word "Snow"!
Buttons are stitched on 32 ct Azure Blue Lugana using Gentle Arts threads. Pillow is stitched on 40 ct Plein Air using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 153w x 43h. Finished size for pillow is 7.65" x 2.15".
This adorable welcome home pillow is perfect for summer or spring! With a blue flower design and green leaves, this pattern will make a wonderful handmade gift for a special person in your life or as a family heirloom to pass down. Fun and easy to stitch, pattern includes a silver flower charm.... Read more
This fun springtime pattern will make an adorable bee themed welcome pillow! Featuring bee imagery including a hive and honey. Includes a small silver crown charm.
Stitched on 32 ct. linen of your choice with DMC threads. Stitch count is 147 x 38 and finished size is 9.19" x 2.38".
Note from the designer: This sweet little verse comes from an entry in my great-grandmother's autograph book, dated from the early 1880's. Combined with motifs and pattern bands from my collection of little books' of the same time period, the pin pillow and berries make a sweet trio of smalls. Shown... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Chessie & Me featuring an autumn home with the phrase "Sweet Autumn"!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Espresso from Fiber on a Whim using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 81 x 77. Finished size is 4.5" x 4.25".
Cross stitch pattern from Jeannette Douglas Designs featuring six different Christmas pillow designs!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Winter Brew from R&R Reproductions using DMC floss. Stitch count is 65 x 65. Designer note: Dark Sage (there is an error in this chart, the correct floss is Dark Sage) = DMC 319
All patterns are stitched on 40 ct linen of your choice!
Stitch counts and Finished Sizes are:
Broom Hilda 35w x 50h; 1.75 in wide X 2.5 in high
Pumpkin Brew: 56w x 57h; 2.8 in wide X 2.85 in high
Trick or Treat: 61w x 50h; 3.05 in wide X 2.5 in high
Boo Cats:... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Kitty and Me featuring four designs -- one for each season. Each design measures 42w x 42h. Also includes a bonus blackwork design titled "Tudor Rose Garden", which measures 46w x 44h.
Pattern by La D Da featuring a vintage looking sampler alphabet pattern that can be shaped like a cute bunny.
Model stitched one over two on 32 Ct. linen using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art Sampler Threads, and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 80W x 80H and the finished size is 5" x 5".
Model stitched on 28 Ct. White Linen with Gentle Arts Sampler Threads, Weeks Dye Works Thread, and Just Another Button Company pin set (JP207). Includes felt square on top of pincushion. Stitch count for box top and bottom is 58 x 58. Design Size: 5" x 5" Stitch count for side panel is 34 x 232. Design Size: 3" x 17"
Model stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Onyx linen by Weeks Dye Works with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 89W x 81H. Finished size is 4.45 in wide X 4.05 in high.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Sand linen by Picture This Plus with Gentle Art Sampler threads, Weeks Dye Works floss and Classic Colorworks floss (or DMC 310, 3847, 3768, 816, 3813, 3830, 840, 610, 3834, 936, 732, 520, 422, 469). Stitch Count: 163x37. Turtle stitch count: 41x37.
Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Vintage Pecan Butter using Silk N Colors, Belle Soie, and Gloriana. Also need but not listed above Captain's Sea Chest and Grandpa's Pipe from Silk N Colors. Stitch Count: 86W x 88H. Design Size: 4" x 4".