Antique Cross Stitch Patterns

Cross stitch pattern from Erin Elizabeth featuring an antique patriotic design celebrating America!

Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Cocoa Linen. Stitch count is 60 x 109. Finished size is 3.3" x 6".

A Patriotic monochrome design with Quaker elements and an alphabet.

Pattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice using DMC. Stitch count is 241w x 164h. Finished size is 13.4" x 9.1" on 36 count.

This addition to the Tudor Menagerie series was inspired by medieval illuminated manuscripts. This features a red fox and a surround of bleeding heart flowers.

The model is stitched on 40 ct. linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 71 x 98 and the finished size is 3.55" x... Read more about Tudor Fox - Cross Stitch Pattern

Hannah Whitaker, Thorne 1821 - An Ackworth Quaker Style Antique Sampler Reproduction

Pattern is stitched on 46 ct. Linen with Gloriana and Belle Soie Silks. The stitch count is 297 x 455 and the finished size is 12.91" x 19.78".

When Stitching with Au Ver A Soie floss, it also requires threads 661 and 539.

Celebrate American history with this bold patriotic design featuring a rustic-style flag and the dates 1776-2026. With its distressed flag effect and classic red, white, and blue palette, this striking pattern is perfect for honoring America's upcoming 250th anniversary.

Pattern is... Read more about Vintage American Flag 1776-2026 - Patriotic Pattern

Pattern by Shakespeare's Peddler featuring a Christmas inspired design that says "Peace on Earth".

Pattern is stitched on 36 ct. Natural linen with Classic Colorworks, DMC, and Weeks Dye Works floss. The stitch count is 234 x 234 and the finished size is 13" x 13".

This addition to the Tudor Menagerie series was inspired by medieval illuminated manuscripts. This features a lovely white gyrfalcon and a surround of pansies and violets in shades of evening.

The model is stitched on 40 ct. Dusk linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 71 x 98 and the... Read more about Tudor Falcon - Cross Stitch Pattern

Pattern by Jeannette Douglas featuring a fun drum design with flowers, bees, scissors, and more.

Stitched on 36 ct. Dolley Madison by Needle and Flax with Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss (includes DMC conversion). The stitch count is 326 x 46 with a finished size of 18.11" x 2.56".

Cross stitch pattern from Crocette A Gogo featuring a festive Christmas sampler, ready to celebrate the holiday season!

Pattern is stitched on 36 ct. Vintage Country Mocha with DMC floss. The stitch count is 215 x 315 and the finished size is 12" x 17.32".

Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring an antique sampler reproduction. Ellen's sampler brings to life a variety of flora and fauna that an 11-year-old might have observed in her surroundings back in 1870. You will delight in stitching the birds, dogs, and deer that join the plants,... Read more about Ellen Franklin - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Teresa Kogut featuring 3 lovely designs!

Find Joy is stitched on 40 ct. fabric with Roxy floss with DMC conversions. The stitch count is 277 x 279 and the finished size is 13 7/8" x 14".

Grateful is stitched on 40 ct. fabric with Roxy floss... Read more about Find Joy - Cross Stitch Pattern

A MISCELLANY: A Collection of Seventeenth Century Canvas work Elements from the Natural World

The subjects in this needlework design are taken from a seventeenth century canvas work, formerly in the collection of The Scarlet Letter, consisting of nine panels stitched primarily in shades... Read more about A Miscellany - Cross Stitch Pattern

Collected from German, Italian, Scottish, Dutch, English, and American samplers, this book of alphabets takes off from where the previous edition, Alphabets from Early Samplers, ends. The alphabets have been fastidiously reproduced from samplers dating from 1530, to 1868. Over 80 alphabets are charted, as well as two complete alphabet samplers, one of them dating from 1725.

The first book of its kind to be published, this collection of over one hundred charted reproductions of buildings from samplers and needlework of the seventeenth through the mid-nineteenth centuries fills a huge void in the body of sampler publications. It includes many photos of the finished... Read more about Architecture From Early Samplers - Cross Stitch Book

Julia Rachel De La Mare, 1849, A Fuersney, Channel Island Sampler.
The Antique: This lovely vibrant sampler is in the style common to the time called Berlin Woolwork, named such after the printed patterns originating from Berlin where individual motifs such as florals, birds, the center... Read more about Julia Rachel De La Mare 1849 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Model stitched one over two on 36 Ct. Vintage Pearled Barley using Classic Colorworks. Stitch count is 63W x 81H. Design size is 3 1/2" x 4 1/2"

Cross stitch pattern from Chessie & Me featuring a lovely vintage sampler!

Model is stitched on 36ct fabric of your choice using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 298 X 304. Finished Size is 16.56 in wide X 16.89 in high.

The Queen of the May is a tradition that celebrates beauty, renewal, and honour. Each year, we select a sampler that embodies these qualities - a design that rises above the rest, chosen not only for its visual appeal, but for its enduring presence.

Ann's sampler is a study in balance... Read more about Ann Watson 1839 - Cross Stitch Pattern

In her roses garden... the peacock unfurls its silken silence. Each feather seems like a captive ray of daylight, each thread a caress of time. Motionless beauty, it reigns-proud and gentle-over the stitcher's garden.

Stitched on 40 count linen. The stitch count is 184 x 180 and the finished size is 9.2" x 9".

Cross stitch pattern from Scarlett House featuring an antique reproduction of a sampler, charted with original over one verse and includes an over two alternative also.

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct. linen with Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss (includes DMC Conversion). Stitch count is 241 x 260. Finished size is 12" x 13".

Stitched in 1826 by a boy of just nine years of age, this eye-catching sampler challenges expectation. It speaks not only of skill, but of discipline, patience, and quiet determination. William worked with precision and care, producing a piece that stands confidently alongside, and in many cases... Read more about William Curtis 1826 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Pattern by Shakespeare's Peddler featuring a beautiful sampler design inspired by an old painting with lots of personality.

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct. Natural linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 152 x 94 and the finished size is 7.8" x 4.7".

NOTE: Although the picture shows all 4 seasonal bands in the series, this pattern is for the top "Spring" band. Subsequent seasons will be sold separately.

The model was stitched on 36 Ct. Valley Forge linen using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art, and Classic Colorworks floss (includes DMC conversion). The stitch count is 163 x 50 and the finished size is 9.06" x 2.78".

Cross stitch pattern from Scattered Seed Samplers featuring two birds admiring flowers!

Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Vintage Country Mocha using DMC threads. Stitch count is 172 x 58.

This is a very fine example of an early northern Dutch sampler called a letterndoek, or alphabet sampler. The illuminated letters are typical of northern Holland needleworks. Symbolic spot motifs include dogs, a stag, trees of life, and paired birds.

Pattern is stitched on the fabric of... Read more about The Letterndoek Sampler by IT 1697 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Memorial Day was established on May 30, 1868 following the Civil War to honor fallen soldiers. It later evolved after World War I to honor all American military service members who died in war. This design is a small way to give honor to those who fought for our country and did not make it home.... Read more about Always Remember - Patriotic Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Hands Across The Sea Samplers featuring a sampler from Mary Ann Preece in 1851!

You can use whatever fabric you'd like! Mary Ann Preece calls for Soie 100.3 silk threads. Stitch count is 155 x 162.

Note: Only one skein or spool is required on 36 to... Read more about Mary Ann Preece - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Running With Needles & Scissor featuring a beautiful reproduction sampler!

Model is stitched on 40ct Platinum by Zweigart linen using Silk' n Color by Thread Gatherer and Gloriana Silk thread. Stitch count is 153w x 159h. Finished size 7.65 in wide X 7.95 in high.

A vintage sampler reproduction by NeedleWork Press from Isabella Hardy featuring beautiful red designs.

Stitched on Weeks Dyes Works "Linen" using Classic Colorworks floss. The stitch count is 108 x 99 and the finished size on 32 count fabric is 6.8" x 6.2".

Note from the designer: This one is dear to me because I designed it in the style I began my design business with. I love the feel of old samplers, and I hope this one is reflective of how The Lord has always shown me His grace.

Pattern is stitched on 36 Ct Dolley Madison by Needle & Flax... Read more about Upon My Heart - Christian Cross Stitch Pattern

Step back into the mid-19 century with this sampler, originally stitched on stitched in 1847 with wool on canvas.

Pattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice using Au Ver A Soie threads. Stitch count is 179 x 174. Finished size on 16/32 Ct. is 11.19" x 10.88".

One of the most intricate and detailed design that Ronnie has produced over his many years of designing Cross Stitch. A truly magnificent design that will enhance any setting capturing the celebration of the 250th year of our great country.

Pattern is stitched on 18 count Aida fabric using DMC threads. Stitch count is 480w x 320h. Finished size 26.67 in wide X 17.78 in high.

Cross stitch pattern from Scattered Seed Samplers featuring three birds building a nest together!

Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Vintage Country Mocha using DMC threads. Stitch count is 157 x 69. Finished size is approx. 9.5" x 5".

Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Legacy Linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 145W x 156H. Finished Size: 8 1/4" w x 8 3/4". Uses specialty stitches - Algerian Eyelet -Oblong Stitch and the Satin Stitch.

Model stitched over 2 threads on 46 Ct. Vintage Autumn Gold by Lakeside Linens with NPI Silk. Stitch Count:187 x 183 and the finished size is 8.13" x 7.96".

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 about Checkerboard House - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Scarlett House featuring a Christmas sampler with decorated homes, reindeer, snowflakes and "Fa La La La"!

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct. linen using DMC and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 81 x 81. Finished size is 4" x 4".

Finished with White Pom Pom trim from Lady Dot.

Cross stitch pattern from Scarlett House featuring an antique reproduction of a sampler from the "Wesleynn School".

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct. linen with Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss (includes DMC Conversion). Stitch count is 167 x 162. Finished size is 8.35" x 8.1".

This pattern from By The Bay Needleart is the third in a new series called "Words of Wisdom". This design features the word "Faithful" with a sweet house.

The model was stitched on 28 ct Water Lily linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 42 x 70 and the finished size is approx. 3" x 5".

This pattern from JBW Designs features a beautiful floral alphabet worked in two shades of blue.

The model was stitched over 1 threads on 36 Ct. Antique White Edinburgh linen with Classic Colorworks Morning Glory and DMC #3747. Stitch Count: 239W x 77H. Finished size: 13.3W x 4.3H.

The Walker Sisters was the book released at the Blackbird Designs Farewell Retreat held at Dyeing to Stitch in September 2024.

Hannah Walker - Aged 6 - 1814: Stitched on 36 ct fabric using Weeks Dye Works and Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count is 123w x 145h. Finished size is 6 7/8" x... Read more about Walker Sisters - Cross Stitch Pattern

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"

Although we have been unable to identify our sampler maker, she definitely knew her geography. Harriet accurately listed the states and territories of the date she stitched in her sampler. Even though the antique sampler is in a tattered state, we are especially happy to preserve Harriet's legacy by... Read more about Harriet S. Jewett 1825 - Cross Stitch Pattern

This design by Tiny Modernist features a cute classic cuckoo clock with a fun house on it.

Pattern is stitched on 28 ct. linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 74 x 78 with a finished size of 5.3" x 5.6".

A commemorative piece for the 250th anniversary of the United States features the symbolic iron barn star hung on barn doors as a symbol of good fortune and protection, among other things.

Model stitched on 32ct Icelandic Beige Linen using DMC thread. Stitch Count: 91w x 87h. Finished size is 5.7" x 5.4".

National Female Model School Sampler - Kildare Place, Dublin circa 1820

This pattern has 1 specialty stitch - the Satin Stitch. And the small alphabet at the top and the small letters at the bottom are stitched over 1 thread of linen. Pattern is stitched on 46 ct. linen with 100/3 Au Ver a Soie silk floss. The stitch count is 96 x 147 and the finished size is 4.17" x 6.39".

Cross stitch pattern from Fox and Rabbit featuring a beautiful sampler!

Patterns are stitched on 40 count Black Swan Linen by Fox and Rabbit using DMC threads. Stitch count is 148 x 147. Finished size is 7.4" x 7.35"

Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring a beautiful spring garden with birds.

The model is stitched on 36 ct. Baked Clay linen by Fox and Rabbit with one strand over two using Classic Colorworks (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 106 x 111 and the finished size is 5.9" x 6.2".