This is a RE-RELEASE in conjunction with the other four NEW Specimen Book Samplers! Ellen Kingscote English Specimen Pages Two Cross Stitch Samplers, Wisdom and Honour, circa 1840 Antique Sampler Reproductions
Christian wrought her sampler sometime between 1800 and 1805, using a vibrant palette. The pattern includes a history of her family.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct. Cedar River Maple Bar with Weeks Dye Works floss (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 111 x 173 and the finished size is 5.55" x 8.65".
And to finish out the trio, here we have a stylized depiction of Shou is shown here with chrysanthemums which are associated with health and longevity.
Model was stitched on 40 ct. White Zweigart fabric using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 62 x 106 and the finished size is 3.1" x 5.3".
Cross stitch pattern from Crafty Bluebonnet Designs featuring two ways to stitch this adorable sign that reads "Bluebonnet Stitch Co." with bluebonnet flowers blooming.
Cross stitch pattern from Cute Embroidery By Kate featuring a cowboy themed postage stamp collection including an old west saloon, wagon, sign, and a bandit wanted poster.
Design stitched on 14 Ct. Aida in the color of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 93 x 93 and the finished size is 6.64" x 6.64" .
This sampler has no name on it so I lovlingly, refer to it as the Black Cat sampler. I believe the original was crafted in England. There are two sets of initials on the sampler but I have not been able to determine if they are that of the stitchers.
"On the alone my Hope relies Beneath thy cross I fall thou art my life my sacrifice My Savior and My All don 1837". What a stunning English sampler! It was so much fun to stitch with all the motifs and bright colors. Not sure if the swans, bull, or parrot is my favorite... okay, maybe the... Read more about Elizabeth Lamb 1837 - Cross Stitch Pattern
"The best and most beautiful things in the world can not be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart" This sampler is done on a beautiful gray linen and stitched I Cross Stitch with threads in pinks, blues, and greens.
This is an outstanding sampler with the verse "Jesus permit thy gracious name to stand As the first effort of an infants hand And while her fingers oer the canvas move Engage her tender heart to seek thy love With the dear children may she have a part And write thy name thyself upon her... Read more about Jane Portues 1837 - Cross Stitch Pattern
This sampler was brought to me by Stephanie Jirak of Lincoln University, PA. She is the Great Great Great Granddaughter of Nancy Anne Cassell. The family history is included in the chart.
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Vintage Buttercream using Gloriana and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 162 x 152. Finished size is 11.6" x 10.9".
If you have not noticed I love stitching borders. What is better than one done with holly. Christmas is about giving.. this would be a great gift!
Merry Christmas
Pattern is stitched on 35 ct Gray from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 247 x 108. Finished size is 14.11" x 6.17".
Cross stitch pattern from Fox and Rabbit featuring a beautiful reproduction sampler!
The model was stitched on 40 ct Paperbark Linen by Fox and Rabbit using Weeks Dyes Works floss with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 231 x 291. Finished size is 11.5" x 14.5".
Pattern by Antique Needleworkers featuring a vintage sampler design.
Stitched on 36 ct. linen with Gentle Art, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works floss. The stitch count is 122 x 200 and the finished size is 6.78" x 11.11".
The name and style of this sampler led us to investigate whether it was created in Spain or Mexico. Mexican sampler scholar Mayela Flores Enriquez, PhD, confirmed that although the name is Hispanic, the style of flower baskets and larger girl are not consistent with Mexican dechados (samplers). The... Read more about Encarnacion - Cross Stitch Pattern
Cross stitch pattern from Pansy Patch Quilts and Stitchery featuring the second design in The Houses on Stitchery Lane series. This house is a cute white house with pink trim.
A Reproduction of a sampler from Brooklyn Kings County, New York.
The pattern was stitched on 40 ct. Natural Brown linen with Gloriana Silks and NPI silk floss. The stitch count is 210 x 118 and the finished size is 10.50" x 5.90".
Cross stitch pattern from Rosewood Manor featuring a lovely sampler with flowers! This 10-page booklet includes designs for 1 bookmark, 2 needlebook covers & 1 scissor fob, plus "BE CREATIVE!" ideas.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Antique White Linen with Weeks Dye Works floss. The stitch count is 198 x 198 and the finished size is 12.4" x 12.4"
Cross stitch pattern from Rosewood Manor featuring a lovely sampler with flowers! This 30-page book is packed with ideas and includes designs for 6 needlebook covers, 5 scissor fobs, 2 extra borders that can also be finished as bookmarks, 2 small Welcome samplers and 1 mini-sampler! There is also an... Read more about The Long Mile - Cross Stitch Pattern
Cross stitch pattern from Rosewood Manor featuring a lovely sampler with flowers! This 14-page booklet includes 3 extra designs to finish as Needlebook covers and 1 lovely small Welcome sampler!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 230 x 270 and the finished size is 12.78" x 15".
This beautiful sampler was finely stitched by Anne when she was 16 years old. Her stitching is exquisite. I found this sampler at an antique shop in Tennessee, and was immediately smitten. I am thrilled with the way she turned out.
The dates mark not just time passed, but time endured-winters survived,
hopes postponed, futures imagined long before they were guaranteed.
Flowers bloom along the bottom edge, softening the scene, because even
revolution needed tenderness to survive. Beauty, after all, is what
makes sacrifice... Read more about Washington's Headquarters Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern
A new series featuring letters of the alphabet with a floral theme. These sets of 3 letters were a delight to design. Each pattern contains three or four letters, get them all to complete your alphabet!
A new series featuring letters of the alphabet with a floral theme. These sets of 3 letters were a delight to design. Each pattern contains three or four letters, get them all to complete your alphabet!
Pattern by Jean Farish Needleworks featuring a sweet garden sampler design with pumpkins and the words 'Plant Kindness, Harvest Love".
Model stitched on 30 ct. linen over two using Weeks Dye Works floss (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 97 x 97 and the finished size is 6.47" x 6.47".
Cross stitch pattern from Pansy Patch Quilts and Stitchery featuring the first design in The Houses on Stitchery Lane series. This house is a large blue home with pink windows and floral.
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".
Cottagecore Valentine ~ Love Bird is a sweet Valentine's cross stitch design inspired by gentle romance, cottage charm, and simple love stories. Featuring a charming love bird motif, this design fits beautifully into Valentine's decor while remaining timeless enough to display all year long.... Read more about Valentine Cottagecore Love Bird - Cross Stitch Pattern
A new series featuring letters of the alphabet with a floral theme. These sets of 3 letters were a delight to design. Each pattern contains three or four letters, get them all to complete your alphabet!
A new series featuring letters of the alphabet with a floral theme. These sets of 3 letters were a delight to design. Each pattern contains three or four letters, get them all to complete your alphabet!
This edition of my alphabet series, the letter "E", is my tribute to the types of tree and shrub that keep their green color all year round. Easily interpreted as a Christmas and holiday season design, my daughter pointed out that it is relevant all year long as well, and I do agree! If... Read more about E Is For Evergreen - Christmas Cross Stitch Pattern
Under the soft gleam of a winter lamp, a square of linen lies unfurled on my worktable - its surface alive with threads of crimson and green that weave together more than just patterns. At first glance, it appears a simple sampler: a neat arrangement of alphabets, numerals, and flourishes stitched... Read more about Threads Of Christmas Past MB 1914 - Cross Stitch Pattern
Add this set of two spooky Halloween cross stitch patterns by Anabella's Needleart to your collection! Featuring a "Happy Halloween" sign with pumpkins and friendly scarecrows and an alphabet design!
This pattern contains one large sampler design and three small designs adapted from an antique sampler by Wendy Peatross.
Pattern is stitched on 36 count Gray linen from Weeks Dye Works with Weeks Dye Works over dyed cotton threads. The smalls are finished with mini rick rack around the... Read more about Sweet Home - Cross Stitch Pattern
From the Animal Alphabet Series comes an excited little otter, very happy to join her friends. Stitched on 26 count Traditional Groundcloth she has a stitch count of 65 x 65 and is stitched using DMC floss. Finished size is 5" x 5".
Cross stitch pattern from Pansy Patch Quilts and Stitchery featuring a monochromatic pink sampler pattern with a vintage vibe.
Stitched on 36 count Legacy linen by Picture this Plus, one strand of floss over two linen threads with Gloriana Silk floss in Flamingo, requires two skeins. Stitch count is 179 x 186 and the finished size is 9.94" x 10.33".