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Note from the designer: "This naive Adam and Eve sampler might have been made in Maryland around 1810. At first I believed that the sampler was either English or Irish, judging by the unusual surname, until, in my research, I came upon the gravestone of a Fanny H. Peachey, born 24 November 1799,... Read more about Fanny Peachey Circa 1810 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from the designer: "This American band sampler was originally worked in Lynn, Massachusetts. Hannah Breed is mentioned in Bolton and Coe's authoritative book American Samplers. Rows of lettering are intermixed with a row of sheep and cows, a verse, and floral bands. The verse says:

... Read more about Hannah Breed 1756 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from the designer: "Hannah Mosher was born March 12th, 1786, in Hollis, New Hampshire, the fourth and last child of Abijah and Hannah Mosher. On March 7, 1813, she married the Rev. Walter Chapin of Woodstock, Vermont. Apart from this sketchy biographical information, found in the History of... Read more about Hannah Mosher 1798 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from the designer: "From Dover, Massachusetts, comes Harriot Boardman's sampler, originally worked on a distinctive green linsey-woolsey found only on some North Shore samplers. A three-sided sawtooth border surrounds alphabet and numeral tests with geometric cross bands, two deer with... Read more about Harriet Boardman 1804 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Rose's unusual middle name should have provided some clues about where she was born, and where she lived, but the name "Shenamon" is elusive despite my efforts to discover its origins as well as hers. It is spelled many different ways when researched (including Shinimon and Schinnamon which... Read more about Rose Shenamon Mitchell 1816 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Made in Providence, Rhode Island, this sampler is a superb example of the work done at Miss Mary (Polly) Balch's school, one of the most important female learning institutions in America at that time. Combining sophisticated architectural, landscape and figural motifs with elaborate and unusual... Read more about Betsy Davis 1797 - Cross Stitch Pattern

This is a reproduction of an English sampler made in Bradford, Yorkshire, that shows distinct influences of Scottish needlework traditions, particularly in the illuminated alphabets. The bold primary colors were reproduced from the front of the original sampler, which retains its amazing... Read more about Sarah Hutchinson 1762 - Cross Stitch Pattern

The original Scottish antique sampler had never been framed and so it was in excellent condition with the same vibrant, unfaded colors on the front as well as on the back. An unusual, elaborate four-sided undulating floral and leaf border surrounds a central reserve with a brief moral verse. Adam... Read more about Margaret Reid 1837- Cross Stitch Pattern

The original sampler, made in England in 1848, was stitched with cross, counted satin, petit point, and eyelet stitches on an extremely fine glazed linen of approximately fifty threads per inch.

It is unusual to find such a meticulously and finely stitched sampler at this late date, when... Read more about Emma Miles 1848 - Cross Stitch Pattern

This design was excerpted from the top of an early nineteenth-century English sampler. It features an unusual and amusing hunting scene with a solo hunter on horseback pursuing a single hapless stag with a pack of ten spotted hounds on its trail.

The verse reads: Give me O Lord thy early... Read more about Mary Randal 1803 - Cross Stitch Pattern

This English sampler comes from the collection of the late Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Jarrett, who established Witney Antiques. It was featured in one of their exhibition catalogs in December 1996 titled "All Creatures Great and Small."

The work is extremely fine and accomplished,... Read more about Elizabeth Ginger 1735 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Shakespeare's Peddler featuring a lovely patriotic sampler with the phrase "This land was made for me and you"!

Pattern is stitched on 40 count linen using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 125 x 101. Finished size is 6.25" x 5".

Note from the Designer: Cathy (Hands On Design) & I had so much fun with this ribbon wrapped/pillow stack finish that first appeared in our Between Friends - A Fall Sampling book collaboration that we decided to create some more! We have each designed our own selection of Ribbons full of patriotic... Read more about That's A Wrap 4th Of July Edition - Patriotic Pattern

America O' America Quilt Pattern makes a scrappy patriotic design with simple piecing. Stitch this project together in the reds, whites and blues of On the Farm by Stacy Iest-Hsu for Moda Fabrics for a glorious addition to any home.

Project Size: 52" x 68"

"Stars & Stripes" by Stacy Iest Hsu is a delightful quilt pattern perfect for advanced beginners! This patriotic design is ideal for celebrating Independence Day, featuring stars and stripes that will make a stunning addition to your 4th of July festivities. Whether you're displaying it at a... Read more about Stars And Stripes - Patriotic Quilt Pattern

Stitch this awesome accessory together with prints in your favorite collection for a beautiful bag you're sure to love. Finished size: 9" x 10"

Cross stitch pattern from Sister Lou Stitches featuring patriotic farm animals with the phrase"Home of the free, thank God for the brave"!

Pattern is stitched on 18 Count Fabric Flair Tiny Snowflakes with DMC Floss. Stitch count is 120 x 67.

Cross stitch pattern from Sister Lou Stitches featuring a sunflower in red, white and blue with an American eagle in the center!

Pattern is stitched on 16 Count Aida with DMC floss. Stitch count is 80 H x 80 W and the finished size is 5" x 5".

This design features banners to celebrate freedom!

The model was stitched on 28 ct fabric of your choice with Dinky Dyes Silks. Stitch Count: 53W x 53H (both pillows) and the finished size is 3.79" x 3.79".

Also required but not listed is Dinkey Dyes 302 Pine and 305 Clay.

Pattern includes instructions by Sweetwater to make a 60 inch x 60 inch throw quilt. Simple piecing combines with fusible applique for a quick and easy project.

Seeing Stars Quilt Pattern will make an exceptional addition to your pattern collection. Piece it together with prints in Independence Day by Sweetwater for Moda Fabrics for a picture perfect finished project.

Finished size: 66" x 84"

Model stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Monaco (dyed with coffee) with Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 84x112. Finished size: 6" x 8".

Model stitched over two threads on 28 Ct. Black Evenweave using Classic Coloroworks. Stitch Count: 134x85. Design Size: 9.5" x 6".

Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring a red, white and blue bicycle and a patriotic train!

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. black evenweave fabric with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 98 x 70 each. Finished size: 7" x 5" each.

Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring patriotic flowers, an American flag and the phrase "God Bless America"!

The models were stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Black Evenweave with Classic Colorworks or DMC floss. Stitch Count: 125 x 140. Finished size: 9" and 10".

Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring a patriotic couple celebrating the Fourth of July next to a summer door.

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Black Evenweave fabric with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 98 x 70 each. Finished size: 7" x 5" each.

Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring Uncle Sam holding a flag on the Fourth of July!

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Black Evenweave fabric with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 98 x 70 each. Finished size: 7" x 5" each.

Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring the patriotic word "Liberty"!!

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. White Monaco fabric with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 175 x 42. Finished size: 12.5" x 3"

Zinnia Lane is the July monthly for the Blooming Roots Series.

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. White Monaco fabric with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 84 x 28 and 83 x 83. Finished size approx 6" x 2" and 6" x 6".

The Good Old Days series features three small cross stitch patterns for each month! For July the patterns are themed for the Fourth of July (Independence Day) with America flag banners and fireworks!

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Black Monaco fabric with Classic... Read more about July - Good Old Days Minis - Patriotic Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring the phrase "It's so good to be home"!

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. White Monaco fabric with Classic Colorworks floss (includes DMC conversion). Stitch counts is 84 x 82. Finished size is 6" x 6".

Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring a patriotic design with flags and cross stitch themed designs with the words "Red, White, Blue, and Stitching Too".

Model stitched on 28 count tea dyed Monaco with Classic Colorworks floss (includes DMC conversion). The stitch count is 99 x 99 and the finished size is approx. 7" x 7".

Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring a patriotic design with a large American flag and the beginning of the pledge of allegiance, "I pledge allegiance to the flag, one nation under God, with liberty and justice for all".

Model stitched on 28 count black... Read more about Liberty and Justice 1776 - Patriotic Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern by Stitch Wit featuring a celebratory design wishing you a "Happy Canada Day".

Model stitched on 14 count soft blue Aida with DMC floss. The stitch count is 119 x 113 and the finished size is 8.5" x 8.1".

Cross stitch pattern by Stitch Wit featuring a fun wreath design celebrating Canda.

Model stitched on 14 count black Aida with DMC floss. The stitch count is 178 x 177 and the finished size is 12.7" x 12.6".

Cross stitch pattern by Stitch Wit featuring a fingerprint with red and white and a maple leaf.

Model stitched on 14 count black Aida with DMC floss. The stitch count is 150 x 201 and the finished size is 10.7" x 14.4".

Cross stitch pattern by Stitch Wit featuring three stamps representing Canada, a maple leaf, a mountain, and a bear.

Model stitched on 14 count white Aida with DMC floss. The stitch count is 224 x 86 and the finished size is 16" x 6.1".

Cross stitch pattern from Sweet Wing Studio featuring colorful birds carrying American flags with the phrase "Free Birds"!

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 ct. Whisper Lugana by Zweigart with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss with DMC conversions. Stitch Count: 116w x 32h. Finished size: 8.25" x 2.25".

Inspired by the red and white petunias that my mama used to plant in the summer, this design celebrates America in flowers. Perfectly patriotic colors and a peeks of white lattice in the borders remind us of those lazy, hazy days spent on the porch in the good ol' summertime.

The model... Read more about Patriotic Petunias - Cross Stitch Pattern

One of two new patriotic pieces to celebrate America's special birthday this year, the America the Beautiful Collection is a four-part design featuring lyrics from the first stanza of the song we all know and love, "America The Beautiful" ~ written by Katherine Lee Bates in 1893.

... Read more about America The Beautiful Collection - Patriotic Cross Stitch

I've selected some of the most memorable and meaningful phrases from our nation's founding document to be featured in this design. Since it is to commemorate the 250th anniversary of this world-changing piece of paper, I don't think my cousin Tom would mind.

A special stitching... Read more about We Hold These Truths - Patriotic Cross Stitch Pattern

68" x 68" quilt, 16" block
Materials Needed:
* 16 fat quarters
* 4-1/4 yards white fabric
* 4 yards backing fabric
* 5/8 yards binding fabric
* 72" x 72" cotton batting

Thimble Blossoms Camille Roskelley Project Size: 56"x71". It is Fat Quarter friendly, making it perfect for your favorite fabric collection.

Cross Stitch pattern from Thistles featuring patriotic birdhouses!

Pattern is stitched on 32 count Zweigart Belfast using DMC floss. Stitch count is 142 x 144. Finished Size is 8.88 in wide X 9 in high.

The Land that I Love Biscornu book by Teresa Kogut features 10 designs to mix and match in a full color 8.5" x 11" book. Models stitched with DMC, Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works floss.

Blue Houses - Model stitch on 37 count.
Strawberries - Model stitch on 37 count.... Read more about Land That I Love - Patriotic Cross Stitch Bisornu Book

Model was stitched over 2 threads on 30 Ct. Cocoa Weeks Dye Works linen with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 129 X 89. Finished size: 8 x 5.75".

Cross stitch pattern from Teresa Kogut featuring an angel with the American flag and "let freedom ring"! Model stitched over 2 threads on 30 Ct. Cocoa linen with DMC floss and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count is 113x81. Finished size: 7 1/2" x 5 1/2".

"The best thing about the future is it comes one day at a time." Model stitched on over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Bramble linen with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 137W x 137H. Finished Size: 9.25" x 8.75"