France Cross Stitch

In the gentle days of early autumn, Victorine Hommet gathered onto her sampler everything that seems to tell of the simple happiness of home: brightly coloured birds, leafy branches, flowers and, at the heart of the design, a generous basket overflowing with fruit.

Grapes, plums, figs,... Read more about Victorine Hommet 1893 - Cross Stitch Pattern

15 patterns with a French flair.
"Ma Chere Louise" stitched on 32 count Oaken by Picture This Plususing Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count 135w x 130h.

Mon Petit Examplair" stitched on 32 count Legacy by Picture This Plus using Classic Color Works and Silk 'N Colors. Stitch... Read more about Ooh La La - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from JBW Designs featuring a French Country style turkey!

Model is stitched on fabric of your choice using Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss with DMC conversion and Gentle Arts conversion. Stitch count is 46 X 74 Finished size 2.88 in wide X 4.63 in high.

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 by... Read more about Lea Letourneur 1894 - Cross Stitch Pattern

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

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 cute autumnal pattern by JBW designs features a little squirrel friend with acorns and hearts.

Model stitched on 30 count linen with Weeks Dye Works. The stitch count: 53 x 68. Finished size: 3.53" x 4.53".

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.

Ivory and golden roses bathed in warm, luminous shades. This design combines softness, antique radiance, and timeless charm for a creation filled with poetry.

Model is stitched on 14ct Light Mocha Aida fabric by Zweigart, using Au Ver Soie Soie d' Alger with DMC conversion. The stitch count is 34 x 67. Finished size 2.43 in wide X 4.79 in high.

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 about Petites Floralies - Cross Stitch Pattern

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.

Model... Read more about Up in the Cherry Boughs - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Running With Needles & Scissor featuring a lovely sampler stitched in one color!

Stitched on 36 and 56 count fabrics using Gloriana threads. Stitch count is 138 x 138. Finished size for 36 count is 7.67" x 7.67". Finished size for 56 count is 4.93" x 4.93".

From the French Country Collection. A beautiful Christmas stocking composed of an alphabet and Christmas motifs. A full alphabet is provided so you can replace the word Noel with a name.

Pattern is stitched on 25 ct Light Mocha Lugana using The Gentle Arts, Weeks Dye Works, or DMC floss.... Read more about French Country Stocking - Christmas Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Jardin Prive' featuring the alphabet in French!

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Antique White using DMC threads. Stitch count is 76 x 565. Finished size is 4.75" x 35.31".

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".

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. ... Read more about A-Round France - Cross Stitch Pattern

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.

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. Finished Size: 4.3W x 7.8H

Cross stitch pattern from JBW Designs featuring a French Country style cart of flowers!

Stitched on 32 count French Polka Dot fabric. Stitch count is 66 x 72. Finished size is 4.2" x 4.5".

This cross stitch pattern from Pigeon Coop features three french hens!

Pattern is stitched on 14 count Aida using DMC floss. Stitch count is 63 x 67. Finished size is 4.5" x 4.79".

A delicate rosette with touches of antique blue and garnet red, inspired by the refined porcelains of the Court of Versailles.

Model is stitched on 14ct Antique White Aida fabric by Zweigart, using Au Ver Soie Soie d' Alger floss with DMC conversion. The stitch count is 71 x 71. finished size is 5.07 in wide X 5.07 in high.

This leaflet includes designs for Germany, France and Ireland.

Pattern is stitched on 14 ct Brown Perforated Paper using DMC floss and Mill Hill Beads. Stitch count is approx. 30w x 69h each. Finished size is approx. 2.1" x 4.9" each.

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".

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".

Discover the reproduction of a French sampler embroidered by Marie Vincent in 1905.

Pattern is stitched on 32 count Flax using Soie d'Alger threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 415 x 310. Finished size is 25.94" x 19.38".

Cross stitch pattern from Lilli Violette featuring Mrs. Lole's Farm!

Stitched on 36 ct. vintage country mocha using DMC threads. Stitch count is 209w x 247h. Finished size is 11.61" x 13.72".

Cross stitch pattern from Erin Elizabeth featuring a cake tier with everything French!

Pattern is stitched on 14 ct Ale Aida from Picture This Plus using DMC threads. Stitch count is 62 x 95.

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 about A French Summer Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee that says "Old-Fashioned Madeleines" with yummy pastries!

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Linen using DMC threads. Stitch count is 188 x 185. Finished size is 11.75" x 11.56".

This is part of a 9 chart series of Gulf Coast Treasures. They Each measure in at about 3 inches (stitch count 50x50) so they are perfect as little ornaments, bowl fillers, or stitch all 9 together.

The models were stitched on 32ct "Dwarf" linen from Picture this plus and finished by Starry Nights Studio where you can also purchase the fabric covered mounting board.

Model is stitched on #29 Glenshee linen (Natural or Ivory) using Gentle Arts theads. Can be stitched with either color code option 1 over two threads or color code option 2 over one thread. Stitch count is 70w x 70h. Finished size: 4.82 square (over 2) and 2.41 (over 1).

Model stitched on 32 Ct. Latte Belfast linen over 2 threads or over 1 on 30 Ct. Northern Cross Linen - White with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 62W x 72H. Finished Size: 3.9 x 4.5 (over 2) and 2 x 2.4 (over 1).

Eiffel Tower stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Antique White Belfast. Stitch Count: 38W x 70. Finished size: 2.3" x 4.4" with alphabet and 2.4" x 4.4" with crowns.

Scissors Fob stitched over 1 threads on 28 Ct. Antique White linen. Stitch Count: 25W x 21H. Finished size: .9" x 3/4". Both designs use DMC floss.

Cross stitch pattern from Kitty and Me featuring a cat that looks like a Marie Antoinette!

Recommended fabric is 28 ct white lugana using DMC floss and Kreinik braid #8. Stitch count: 105w x 104h. Designed by Pamela Kellogg.

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. Finished size: 6.56 8.31

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). Stitch count: 257 x 349. Finished size is 14.3" x 19.4".

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 one over two on 40 Ct. Vellum from Picture This Plus using Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 271W x 351H. Design Size: 13.8" x 17.7".

Note: The 40 count Vellum fabric listed includes a 3 inch border for framing.

Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Chocolate Milk from Fabrics by Stephanie using Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 145W x 55H. Design Size: 9" x 3"

Model stitched over two threads on 32 Ct. Blue Whisper Belfast linen over two or 28 count Christmas Red linen over one thread with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 111W x 60H. Finished size: 7" x 3 3/4" (over two) and 3.96 x 2 1/2 (over one)

Model stitched on blue fabric of your choice using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 180x180. Charm Included.

Model stitched on your choice of natural color fabric using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 161x192. Charm Included.

Model stitched on your choice of fabric using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 198x199. Charm Included.

Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "Le Lac Gele" (Frozen Lake), with a couple ice skating and a variety of European winter scenesmore!

Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 188 x 185

Pattern by JBW Designs featuring a Christmas themed snowglobe design.

Model stitched on 29 ct Glenshee Linen Natural using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count: 83W x 87H. Finished size: 5.72" x 6".

Previously a retreat exclusive, I reproduced this lovely little flower basket from a French antique needlepoint, adding a simple border.

Model stitched on 36-ct "French Pear" by Number12StitchCo (a soft green) using overdyes. Stitched with Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and... Read more about Simone's Basket - Cross Stitch Pattern

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.

This design by JBW Designs features the coolest giraffe you've ever seen riding a wagon!

Model stitched on 32ct Princess Buttercup Lugana Linen or 32ct Cream Belfast Linen using DMC thread. Stitch count: 67w x 78h. Finished size: 4.18 x 4.9 (over 2) and 2.09 x 2.4 (over 1).

Note: Fabric suggestion listed is for over 1 thread