A design inspired by an 18th-century Scottish sampler. The chart comes with the main motif seen on the cover, but also with a bonus alphabet that can be stitched underneath the design. Patterns has full crosses mainly, with a few backstitches in the gentleman's hair.
This is a faithful period reproduction of an 18th century sampler from one of the Germanic countries or perhaps even the Netherlands (where it was purchased). The sampler shows various elongated motifs which might have been used as models for knitting.
Pattern is stitched on your choice of fabric and thread.
Stitch count is 244w x 331h
Cross stitch pattern from Modern Folkart Embroidery featuring a lovely celebration of spring was inspired by the beautiful embroideries found in this part of Romania, where embroideries featuring large flowers are a common tradition. There's more to Transylvania than just vampires!
A wonderfully cheerful sampler worked by Gerritje Broekhuis in the year 1857. Gerritje worked her sampler when she was pregnant of her daughter. Another sampler from 1848 (GBH 1848) is also available. This design features only full crosses and is suitable for both linen and aida.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct linen using DMC floss. Stitch count: 149w x 94h.
This charming sampler was worked by Gerritje Broekhuis in 1848, who also worked a sampler in 1857 (which is also available here). The sampler features only full crosses and has no specialty stitches, and can be worked on any material (linen, aida etc).
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct linen using DMC floss. Stitch count: 169w x 213h.
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "Bienvenue Chez Nous (Welcome to Our Home), with hearts, flowers, a birdcage and more!
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 194x197.Comes with a key charm
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "Un Brin de Lavande" (Sprig of Lavender) with lavender flowers, petals, oils, soaps, and more!
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 192 x 182
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring a boy and girl enjoying a day in the country with birds, flowers, and a picnic!
The model was stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. The stitch count is 191x190. The finished size on a 32 Ct. fabric would be about 12" x 12".
The original of this piece was stitched entirely in beads, on a fully-stitched red background! My adaptation softens the background, and makes the beauty of the design accessible for cross-stitchers.
This antique adaptation is stitched in full crosses over 2 only, using Gentle Arts, Weeks... Read more
Note from the designer: Did you know that the collective noun for a group of hummingbirds is a 'charm'? I've created this original design to celebrate these beautiful birds, and provide full finishing instructions and templates for my new favourite finish - the Georgian Pinwheel. This is... Read more
I just love a monochrome stitch! Easy to customize to a wide array of color choices, this piece was a dream to stitch. The colors I've chosen reproduce the original, but stitchers could stitch the design in color on a neutral background, or in a neutral color on a different, highly-colored... Read more
My version of a witchy garden, this design is a quick stitch for Halloween. I designed it to showcase the beautiful Cottage Garden Threads Mary Shelley' Stitcher's Palette - a coordinated set of flosses perfect for the season. However, this design takes on a completely different look if you use any... Read more
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
This cross stitch pattern from Monticello Stitches features a heart with floral design and the saying "For this child I prayed and the Lord has granted me the desires of my heart"
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Count Cream linen. Stitch Count: 200 x 200, Design Area 11.11" x 11.11".
This cross stitch pattern from Monticello Stitches features a lovely floral sampler with the phrase "O May this bounteous God through all out life he hear us, with ever joyful hearts and blessed peace to cheer us, to keep us in his grace and guide us when perplexed and free us from all ills in... Read more
Patterns are stitched on 32 ct Parchment from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Work floss with DMC conversions. Needle Case stitch count is 53 x 33 Finished Size 5.08 x 3.7. Scissor Case stitch count is 35 x 57 Finished Size is 2.2 x 3.54. Pincushion composed of four triangles with stitch counts 45 x 21 a base of 45 x 45, and a band of 180 x 18.
Cross stitch pattern from MTV Designs featuring delicate flowers and finished as a pincushion.
Pattern is stitched over two threads on 40 Ct. Grey linen by Weeks Dye Works with Weeks Dye Works or DMC floss. Stitch Count: 85x85. Fabric Size: 8" x 12". Rose buttons not included.
The pattern from MTV Designs features a saltbox house, with an American flag on the roof and large sunflowers in the yard.
Stitched Over two threads on 32 count Parchment linen by Weeks Dye Works using Vadani Threads with DMC Conversion provided. Fabric Size: 17" x 26. It is shown... Read more
Cross stitch design from Needle Bling featuring a teacup flowers and the words "Stitching Time."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. with Treenway Silks Tea Time Palette XStitch the Rainbow. Stitch Count: 60H x 60W. Finished size: 3 3/4" x 3 3/4"
Model stitched on 32 Ct. Antique White Jobelan with DMC floss, Mill Hill Beads, Mill Hill Treasures, and Kreinik #4 Braid. Stitch Count: 100x147. Alternate fabrics are 28 Ct. Antique White Jobelan, 32 Ct. French Lace Linen, or 16 Ct. French Lace Aida. Please note: Mill Hill Treasure #12008 is listed on the pattern but no longer made. Two packages of #12116 are now required instead.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Graceful Grey linen with DMC floss, Kreinik #4 Braid and Mill Hill beads. Stitch Count: 119W x 105H. Finished size: 7.4" x 6.56"
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Star Sapphire using DMC and Caron Waterlilies threads and Mill Hill beads. Not listed:Mill Hill beads 10117. Stitch count is 78 x 121.