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

The model was stitched on 28 ct Lambswool Zweigart Linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 42 x 70 with a finished size of 3" x 5".

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 bound book is a reproduction of an antique English sampler that I purchased in Franklin during the 2025 Nashville Needlework Market. The original sampler immediately stood out to me for its beautiful balance and lettering, and especially for its timeless verse, which feels just as meaningful... Read more about Talents Few Or Many - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from The Artsy Housewife featuring a vintage inspired design of a woman releasing birds with the phrase "I am no bird, and no net ensnares me".

Stitched on 40 count fabric using Roxy Floss CO (includes DMC Conversion) threads. Stitch count is 168 x 156.... Read more about No Net Ensnares Me - Cross Stitch Pattern

Pattern by Sue Hillis featuring fun designs for any needleworker with the phrases, "Sew many stitches, Sew little time." and "Pins and needles, needles and pins."

Models stitched on fabric of your choice with Sullivans floss. Stitch count for each sampler is 76 x 104 and the finished size on 28 ct. is 5.43" x 7.43".

Cross stitch pattern from Lucy Beam featuring a beautiful sampler design with the words "It is in the shelter of each other that people live".

Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Small Potatoes from Lapin Loops with Gentle Art and DMC floss. The stitch count is 124 x 152 and the finished size is 6.89" x 8.44".

Cross stitch pattern from Lucy Beam featuring a sweet old-fashioned couple holding hands under a tree with falling hearts.

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Small Potatoes from Lapin Loops with DMC and Weeks Dye Works floss. The stitch count is 79 x 84 and the finished size is 4.94" x 5.25".

Long Dog's Pennance is an extremely pleasurable, if somewhat lengthy, act of self-punishment for all those wrong doings that you'd rather not talk about but which, nevertheless, weigh heavily on the mind.

It can be performed in bite sized pieces over several months or years. But, if... Read more about Pennance - Cross Stitch Pattern

Pennance Lite is the perfect "something to do" while you mull over all the naughty little things you've been up to recently.

It won't require you to prostrate yourself on the floor and wail a lot, unless you've dropped your needle; it has a built in frog repellent so you... Read more about Pennance Lite - Cross Stitch Pattern

Descending order chronicles in stitches five generations of women. An alphabet and number chart is included so you can personalize the design.

Model stitched on 16 Ct./32 Ct. fabric of your choice with DMC floss or Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 159 x 346 and the finished size is 9.94" x 21.63" on 32 count.

Savor the nostalgia of a mid-century Christmas. These sweet characters will take you back to the days of shiny-brite ornaments, tinsel-covered trees, and glass bead garlands. Santa is full of cheer as he laughs, "Ho, ho, ho" and Frosty wears a jolly smile.

The model was stitched... Read more about A Vintage Little Christmas - Cross Stitch Pattern

I'm obsessed with Santa ornaments in cute shapes: moons, stars, circles or squares. I decided to try designing my own version and Santa Claus as a square turned out so cute that I had to make a Mrs. Claus and Frosty to keep him company on the Christmas tree!

The model was stitched over 2... Read more about Merry Minikins - Christmas Cross Stitch Pattern

This reproduction sampler from Little Robin Designs features a vintage look, a great addition to any sampler collection

This design is stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Vintage Light Examplar from Lakeside Linens with AVAS and NPI silks. Stitch Count: 254 x 261. Finished size: 12.7" x 13".

Cross stitch pattern from Little Robin Designs featuring six petite designs inspired by Dutch imagery.

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct. Maple Bar by Cedar River Linen with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. The stitch counts and finished sizes are;
Ship - 52 x 51; 2.6"... Read more about Dutch Bits - Cross Stitch Pattern

"God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference, living one day at a time, enjoying one moment at a time, accepting hardships as the pathway to peace, taking, as He did, this sinful world as it is, not as I... Read more about Serenity Prayer - Christian Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "Le Vieux Chatlet" (the Old Cottage), with a vintage Christmas scenemore!

Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 197 x 186.

Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "La Nuit de Noel" (Christmas Night) with Santa Claus, gifts and presents, Christmas ornaments, European village, and more!

Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 200 x 197.

Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "La Plage a" (At The Beach) with a European beach scene including beach chair, anchor, seagull, and more!

Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 188 x 182.

Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "Tresor d'Automne" (Autumn Treasure) with harvest mushrooms, nuts, berries, acorns, and more!

Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 194 x 184.

Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring "Noel", Christmas tree, miniature Santa, gingerbread cookies, Christmas ornaments, holly leaves, and more!

Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 187 x 176.

Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring "Noel", Christmas tree, miniature Santa, gingerbread cookies, Christmas ornaments, holly leaves, and more!

Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 187 x 176.

The Antique Lace pattern by Northern Expressions Needleworks is an elegant, intricate cross-stitch design that combines vintage-inspired elements with a timeless aesthetic. This pattern is characterized by its delicate detailing and rich, classic motifs. In typical Northern Expressions Needleworks... Read more about Antique Lace - Cross Stitch Pattern

The Antique Lace Band Sampler by Northern Expressions Needleworks is a highly detailed, beautiful, and intricate design that captures the delicate elegance of vintage lacework. Its combination of lace bands, soft color palette, and 18 intricate specialty stitches makes it a challenging yet... Read more about Antique Lace Band Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

"Cedar Waxwing" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. Cedar Waxwings are a beautiful little bird that love to eat oranges. I designed this quick stitch with clove-studded orange pomanders in mind, and finished the project into a balsam-filled pillow, smells like Christmas!... Read more about Cedar Waxwing - Cross Stitch Pattern

"Usefullness" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. A dapperly-dressed lady out for a stroll in her garden, but she grows 'different' things! Like spools of thread & tomato pincushions! Above her head the words read: "Of Female Arts in Useful-ness, the Needle far... Read more about Usefulness - Cross Stitch Pattern

"Woodland Christmas" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. Santa & an owl, red reindeer, brown bunny, potted oak tree with acorns, berry-tipped Christmas trees, quirky squirrels gathering acorns, a potted poinsettia plant, snowballs and the date 1857!!!

Stitched on 40... Read more about Woodland Christmas - Cross Stitch Pattern

"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.

... Read more about Folk Heart Strawberry Pinkeep - Cross Stitch Pattern

"Folk House" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. An antique vintage house where a woman sweeps the floor with her two kittens keeping her company.

Stitched on 30 ct. linen with one strand over two. Stitch count 118 x 136. Finished size is approx. 8" x 9".

"Ann Fritz 1824" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. An original design made to look like an antique sampler.

Stitched on 30 ct. linen with one strand over two using Classic Colorworks and Gentle Arts or DMC floss. Stitch count is 131 x 131. Finished size is approximately 9" x 9".

"1824 Folk Rabbit" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. What a cute little guy! bringing you a touch of Spring inn his pack-basket. Very folky and quick to stitch too!

Stitched on 36 ct. linen with 1 strand over two using DMC floss. Stitch count is 52 x 88. Finished size 2 3/4" x 5".

"My Pretty" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. A vintage looking woman holding her pretty bird friend.

Stitched on 30 ct. linen using 1 strand over 2 with DMC floss. Stitch count 75 x 105. Finished size is 5" x 7".

Cross stitch pattern from Niky's Creations featuring a beautiful sampler with separate designs for spring and summer.

Pattern is stitched on 36 ct linen using DMC floss. The stitch count is 72 x 96 and the finished size is 4" x 5.33".

This Quaker pattern by Needle Treasures Nook features a sewing machine surrounded by a border of scissors with the word "Sewing" underneath.

This pattern is stitched on 32 ct. vintage mocha linen using DMC, Classic Colorworks, and Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count is 81w x 79h and finished size is 5.06" x 4.94".

This Autumnal pattern from Needle Treasures Nooks features a fun looking turkey ready for Thanksgiving!

This pattern is stitched on 36 ct. light mocha linen using DMC and Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count is 46w x 53h and finished size is 2.56" x 2.94".

Note from the designer, "We were so excited to discover this clever way to mark a sampler! Motifs are borrowed from an antique alphabet pattern book in our ephemera collection. The entire alphabet is included and can be mixed and matched to mark your initials or those of a friend."

... Read more about A Signature Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring an antique animal design. Sometime during the height of Berlin Wood Work, a child saw a deer resting in the woods and decided to recreate its regal presence, along with some delightful motifs frequently seen on samplers of the era. Found in the UK... Read more about Argyle Deer - Cross Stitch Pattern

We are so excited to recreate a well-used and tattered watch pocket that no doubt held a lady's watch from bygone days. A ribbon tab on the back of the antique likely was intended to be used to hang the stitched pocket from a display book. We did examine the inside of the antique, revealing some... Read more about A 19th Century Watch Pocket - Cross Stitch Pattern

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

In adapting this sampler to be stitched over one and two threads of linen - instead of 1, 2, 3, and 4 as stitched by Mary - we endeavored to remain true to her composition while creating a more "stitchable" sampler. While the antique is framed, we decided to hemstitch our sampler. We are... Read more about Mary Garton 1848 - Cross Stitch Pattern

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".

Charlotte Sweet wrought a very pretty sampler in hues of blues, browns, greens and teal. The trees and basket add to the charm of the flowery border.

The sampler chart includes a very detailed family ancestry. Charlotte's family is mentioned in the "Re-Union of the Sons and Daughters... Read more about Charlotte Sweet - 1837 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Hannah Judge's house with verse are a sweet sentiment for this little girl of 7 years.

"This is my needle work to show when I was young what I could do and by my making you you may see what care my parents took of me"

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct linen using Au Ver A... Read more about Hannah Judge - 1839 - Cross Stitch Pattern

This cute, fast stitch is new to the Willow Samplings line of our designs. It is very easy to frame yourself.

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct linen using Au Ver A Soie Silk threads with DMC conversion. Stitch Count: 200 (w) x 155 (h). Finished size is 10" x 7.75".

This is a primitive stitch added to the Willow Samplings line of designs. It is very colorful and the verse is telling. Ann was 10 years old in 1824 when she stitched her sampler.

"This I have done for you to see what care my parents took of me"

Pattern is stitched on... Read more about Ann Hookham - 1824 - Cross Stitch Pattern

In my recent thrifting adventures, I came across a lovely, partially finished cross stitch tablecloth. The floral patterns and designs on this beautiful piece became the inspiration for these two designs. I love the vibrant colors of the centerpiece and the charming arrangement of the bouquet. ... Read more about Vintage Centerpiece and Bouquet - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross Stitch pattern from The Primitive Hare featuring vintage mermaids!

Pattern is stitched on 30 ct Damasco using Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 75 x 76. Finished size is 5" x 5.07".

"Soda You Want To Be My Mine", You're a Deer Be Mine". This is just the chart. Note: Envelope Pillow - Sending My Love is out of print. Stitch count for "Soda you Want to be Mine" 46W x 51H and "You're a Deer" is 38W x 48H. Prints and fabric may vary.

Vintage Farmhouse Sampler was originally featured in the Summer 2024 issue of Primitive Quilts and Projects. Vintage Farmhouse Sampler is stitched on 36 count Wheat linen by Fiber on a Whim, one strand of floss over two linen threads. Stitch count is 208w x 133h.