Pattern by Plum Street Samplers featuring a vintage inspired design for the Serial Bowl collection with the words, "The Daily labors of the bee awake my soul to industry".
Model stitched over two on 36 Ct. Vintage Meadow Rue by Lakeside Linens using Classic Colorwork floss.
This very clever thread cutter is also very decorative! It has a sharp circular blade inside the antique silver exterior. Notched edge cleanly and quickly cuts threads without any harm to fingers. Pendant can be set atop a thread reel for easy access or strung on a decorative ribbon and used as a pendant.
Not only do I love the colors Agness used to stitch her sampler but I love how she ran out of room to stitch the date 1844 so she moved the last 4 up to another line.
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Vintage Sand Dune from Lakeside Linen using Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count is 176 x 238. Finished size is 12.6" x 17".
"Few to good breeding make a just pretence Good breeding is the blossom of good sense. The last result of an accomplished mind. With outward grace the bodys virtue joined". I love the bands and motifs Mary Ann used in this sampler. The colors in this sampler are beautiful... the mix of blue... Read more
The verse on this sampler is from "O Christmas Tree" a German Christmas song written in 1824 by Ernst Anschutz. This song was based off a 16th century Silesian Folksong by Melchior Franck called Ach Tannenbaum. Third in the series of samplers with lots of fun stitches.
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".
A reproduction of an American schoolgirl sampler worked in 1848 at Mrs. Cooke's School in New Hampshire. This charming piece reflects the elegance and discipline of mid-19th century needlework education. The original sampler, signed simply "LSC", features a beautifully detailed bird... Read more
We are pleased to present to you this charming sampler worked by Emma Wright in 1904 when she was 9 years old. There were many Emma Wrights born in England in the year 1895 so we are not able to pinpoint our Emma with any certainty.
Emma's sampler has been reproduced using a palette of... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Needlemade Designs featuring a vintage sampler with the phrase "Fear God and keep his commandments for this is the holy duty of man"!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Dirty Teacup from Needle and Flax using Soie d'Alger threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 239 x 299. Finished size is 11.95" x 14.95".
Fetch your needle, be quick
There is stitching to do
This fine beauty might take you a while
It's so pleasant to stitch
Guaranteed to bewitch
It's a sampler with charm and great style
Soliloquy in Stitch is the Long Dog equivalent of "talking to... Read more
nspired by an 1874 antique, this adaptation sampler has been beautifully reproduced in collaboration with Cherry Hill Stitchery. Bright florals, elegant birds, and a radiant central motif create a cheerful and timeless heirloom piece.
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct. linen with Treenway... Read more
"Basket of Cheer" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. Who doesn't love antique baskets, pine trees and folk art flowers at Christmas time?
Stitched on 36 ct. Parchment linen with DMC threads. Stitch count is 95 x 94. Finished size is approx. 5.5" x 6".
We are delighted to present to you a stunning sampler that was completed by Maria Wales Newson in the year 1838 when she was 13 years old. There is much to delight your eye and needle in this Bobby Dazzler.
Stitched on your choice of fabric using DMC threads. Stitch count is 295 x 413. Finished size is 22.39 x 28.94 inches for 36 count.
A simple charting of Isaiah 58:6-11, the powerful words inspire a life devoted to Justice for those in need. This chart's profits benefit a particular charity: A21 is a global organization dedicated to rescuing and restoring the lives of human trafficking victims.
As children, we all had a treasure box, didn't we? We'd put our most cherished possessions inside - our memories, secrets, loves, everything precious. Every time we felt pain, seeing what we'd put inside would surprise us and bring us even more joy.
The Keepsake Box Set was designed to be... Read more
Pattern by Antique Needleworkers featuring a young woman sitting with sheep under flowers.
Stitched on 36 count Straw linen with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks, and DMC floss. The stitch count is 165 x 144 and the finished size is 9.17" x 8".
Isn't this a striking marking sampler! I had hoped to acquire it myself, but someone beat me to it - then, that someone' turned out to be a stitching friend right here in Clarksville! So now we can all benefit by the opportunity to stitch this ourselves. We're not sure about the re-ordering of the... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Fox and Rabbit featuring a beautiful strawberry sampler!
Patterns are stitched on 40 count Paperbark Linen by Fox and Rabbit using Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and DMC with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 129 x 89. Finished size is 6.45" x 4.45"
Pattern by Thistles featuring a fun quilt inspired design with a vintage looking house.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Cyprus by Fiber on a Whim with Classic Colorworks floss. The stitch count is 224 x 102 and the finished size is 14" x 6 1/2".
This Charming design from With Thy Needle and Thread features Regina Haible Sampler and Birds In The Bouch. It is stitched with a lovely earth-toned Color Palette.
Model stitched on 40 ct. Antique Lace using DMC thread. Stitch count is 213 x 220.
Our charming Victorian-inspired snowman scene by Sandy Orton brings a whimsical Old World touch to your home decor. This Merry Christmas picture design is a perfect companion to our Bygone Days Stocking and Nostalgic Christmas Stocking. It is snow much fun' to give this Christmas gift to someone who... Read more
Pattern by Moira Blackburn Samplers featuring an antique design with the sentiment, "He who sows courtesy, reaps friendship, and he who plants kindness, gathers love.".
Model stitched on 18 count Aida with DMC floss. Stitch count: 264W x 264H and the finished size is 14.67" x 14.67".
This exquisite Victorian sampler was stitched in Norfolk, England by Rosa Gromett when she was just twelve years old. Renowned for their beauty, Norfolk samplers are celebrated for rich color and intricate design-and Rosa's is a particularly fine example.
Note from the designer: I'm very proud of this reproduction -- it's been in progress for almost two years now, and it's finally here!!! It's suitable for all stitchers and fabrics -- no specialty stitches, no over-one, no alphabets. Just a big, beautiful, checkerboard house and lots... Read more
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
"Sepia Sampler" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. This sweet and simple sampler design inspired by vintage designs.
Stitched on 30ct Parchment linen from Weeks Dye Works using two strands of floss over two threads of linen, using all DMC threads. Stitch count is 82 x 121. Finished size is approx. 5.4" x 8".
"Folk Heart Strawberry Pinkeep" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. A 6" long and approx. 11" in circumference, this pinkeep will be the STAR of your sewing basket! Use it to hold your pins and needles, or pile a bunch of them into a big bowl for display.
"The Sowing Sampler" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. The verse reads, "My linen is my soil, my needle is my plow, my threads are my seeds, and my words do I sow".
Model shown stitched on 30 ct. Tin Roof linen from Weeks Dye Works using Gentle Arts threads one strand over two. Stitch count is 99 x 113. Finished size is 6.6" x 7.53".
Design your own family heirloom sampler using our basic chart and choose your own motifs from the selection we provide. Then decorate with your own personal "souvenirs" in the spaces provided. When completed you will have stitched a truly unique heirloom that will be treasured for... Read more