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
Impossible to resist the charm of this delightful flower basket... Each petal seems to have been gathered at dawn, when the light still caresses the blossoms with infinite softness. Beneath your needle, spring comes to life stitch by stitch, in a tender and luminous harmony that instantly makes you... Read more
She is delicate and so very pretty. Being a monochromatic stitch made her very relaxing to work on.
Model stitched on 46 count Linen using Flamingo Floss by Gloriana. Small patterns are available as a separate chart. Stitch count: 158 x 124. Finished Size: 6.87w X 5.39h
To add to my growing flock of birds, this piece was adapted from a French antique in my collection. The original has been adapted to simplify the colour palette and make the birds more vibrant. The original stitcher's name has been charted for those who want to include it.
Here we find an alphabet intertwined with irises, religious symbols with singular shapes, and a border of stylized roses that seems to whisper the elegance of days gone by.
Stitched on 40 count linen. The stitch count is 400 x 411 and the finished size is 20" x 20.55".
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "Tresor d'Automne" (Autumn Treasure) with harvest mushrooms, nuts, berries, acorns, and more!
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 194 x 184.
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.
Les Petites Floralies is French for a little flower show. The daintiness of over one is irresistible to me and it is a breeze when stitching on 28 count. Of course, these flowers would look amazing stitched over 2 as well. Taken from an antique sampler, these floral fragments are sure to delight... Read more
In 1857, little Mariette let her needle wander like a gentle breath. From her diligent hands was born a sampler full of delicacy, touched with softness and grace. Its floral border, rich with varied motifs, still seems to whisper the secrets of her young stitcher's heart.
Stitched on 40 count linen. The stitch count is 300 x 217 and the finished size is 15" x 10.85".
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
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... Read more
The model in blue was stitched on a #36 Antique White linen with one ply of floss over two threads. The stitch count is: 72 W x 68 H, and the finished size is approximately 4" round. It was mounted inside a metal clock from Hobby Lobby. The fiber used was a Weeks Dye Works in Periwinkle.
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Model stitched on 18 Ct. Fiddler's Cloth in Lite Oatmeal with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 111W x 104H. Color chart. Shown finished in a 10" hoop. Includes a diagram of the buildings and landmarks featured.
Model stitched on 32 Ct. Star Sapphire linen using DMC, Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts Sampler Threads & Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 207x63. Design Size: 13" x 4".
Note: The fabric size listed is with a 2-inch border.
Reproduction of a French Sampler. In 1861, Mademoiselle Leroux let a delicate vase of flowers bloom beneath her needle, a gift for her uncle and aunt. A timeless bouquet, suspended in the grace of passing day.
Stitched on 16 count Zweigart linen. The stitch count is 271 x 206 and the finished size is 16.94" x 12.88".
Add a touch of Parisian elegance to your holiday stitching with this sophisticated and stylish take on the classic Nutcracker! The Parisian Nutcracker blends timeless Christmas charm with a refined, French-inspired color palette featuring teals, golds, and soft accents that make this piece shine... Read more
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
Here's a cross-stitch pattern from Tiny Modernist featuring a charming vintage French pincushion!
The pattern is designed to be stitched on 40-count Silver Moon fabric using DMC threads. The stitch count is 56 x 56, and the finished size for 20-count fabric will be approximately 2.8 x 2.8 inches.... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Little Robin Designs featuring a lovely French home on the river!
Pattern is stitched on 40ct linen using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 114w x 103h. Finished size is 5.7" x 5.15".
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "La Plage a" (At The Beach) with a European beach scene including beach chair, anchor, seagull, and more!
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 188 x 182.
Cross stitch pattern from Calico Confectionery featuring this holiday greeting that says Merry Christmas and Happy New Year with a French flair. Choose your favorite floss and stitch this holiday greeting!
Pattern was stitched on 32 ct Latte Linen with DMC floss. Stitch count is 163w x 65h.
Pattern by JBW designs featuring two ornate chicken designs, French Hen and La Poule.
French Hen is stitched on 29 ct. Natural linen and La Poule is stitched on 28 ct. Pale Yellow linen with Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. The stitch count for both is 65 x 66 and the finished sizes are 4.64" x 4.71".
Cross stitch pattern from Nora Corbett featuring an elegant lady in a pink gown standing in front of a huge red rose.
Model stitched on 32 ct. Natural Brown linen using DMC thread. Stitch count is 105 x 133.
This cross stitch pattern from Crocette a Gogo featuring a cardinal with a french horn and the word "December"!
Model stitched on 32 ct. Natural Belfast linen using DMC thread. Stitch count is 93 x 117. Finished size is 5.8" x 7.3".
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.
Pattern is stitched on 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. Finished size is 14.3" x 19.4".
Model stitched over two on 32 Ct. Polka dot linen by Fabric Flair or over one on 32 Ct. Flax Belfast linen. Either are stitched using Classic Colorworks and Gentle Arts Sampler threads. (DMC alternates are 321 304) Stitch count 53x107.
Model stitched over two threads on 32 Ct. Vintage Country Mocha Belfast linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 151x107. Shown embellished with buttons.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Examplar linen with DMC floss and Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 306 x 314 and the finished size is 19.13" x 19.63". The lower bands were stitched using DMC floss. If you want to use all Sampler threads, purchase 18 5 yard skeins of #7052.
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 the French sentiment "Maison de The" (Tea House), with a sweets store and a variety of tasty tea, cakes, cupcakes, chocolates, and more!
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 196 x 188
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "C'est l'Automne" (It is Autumn!), with berries, nuts, pie, harvest jellies and jams, mushrooms, squirrels, European children, and more!
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 193 x 188
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "La Douceur du Jardin" (Garden Sweetness), with rose flowers, garden birdbath fountain, and more!
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 194 x 186. Finished size on 32 ct is 12.13" x 11.63".
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "Souvenir de Paris" (Souvenirs of Paris), with the Eiffel Tower, pigeons, European cafe, and more!
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 189 x 182.
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "Vin de France (Wine of France), with wine glass, grapes, and European vineyardmore!
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 204 x 194. Finished size is 12.75" x 12.13" on 32 count.
Stitch count is 69x62 on a 28 count Graziano Linen Milan White done over 2 threads. Or the stitch count is 65x62 on a 28 count Antique White Cashel Linen done over 1. Stitched with Weeks Dye Works floss.
Pattern by JBW Designs featuring an antique inspired baby carriage that can be personalized! To personalize this design you can add the baby's name, birth date and weight to the base of the design.
Model Stitched on 29ct Ivory Glenshee Linen with Crescent Colours floss OR DMC, OR Gentle... Read more
Model stitched on 28 Ct. China Pearl linen or 14 Ct. China Pearl Aida with DMC floss, Caron Waterlilies, Mill Hill Beads, and Kreinik #4 Braid. Stitch Count: 60W X 109H.