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Cross stitch pattern from Samplers Not Forgotten featuring a pretty antique Christmas design with the words "Peace, Love, Joy".

Stitched on 36 ct. Hogbristle by Fox and Rabbit with Gloriana Silk floss. The stitch count is 121 x 145 and the finished size is 7" x 8".

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

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".

Cross stitch pattern from Scarlett House featuring a Christmas sampler with adorable Christmas reindeer!

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct. Grey from Weeks Dye Works using Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 119 x 119. Finished size is 6" x 6".

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

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

This pattern book by Twin Peak Primitives contains eight different vintage Christmas designs. Perfect to add to your holiday pillow collection!

Stitched on 32 count fabric; either 32 count Vintage Country Mocha or 32 count Straw from Weeks Dye Works. Stitch counts are listed and vary. Finished size vary.

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.

Pattern is stitched with... Read more about Words to Live By-Justice - Religious Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring a lovely reproduction sampler with flowers!

Stitched on your choice of fabric using Classic Colorwork Bella Soie, Gloriana, and Au Ver a Soie threads. Stitch Count is 289 x 199. Finished size is 16.05 x 11.05 inches on 36 count fabric.

The monthly Word Swap series has finished but we will continue to sprinkle in Word Swaps throughout the year! This new one is "Vintage". They are the perfect 'Little Black Dress' to add to stitcher's displays.

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. White Monaco fabric... Read more about Vintage - Word Swap - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Samplers And Primitives featuring an antique Christmas sampler design with the word "Noel".

Pattern is stitched on your choice of neutral fabric with DMC floss. Stitch count is 141 x 180. Finished size on 28 ct fabric is 10.07" x 12.86".

Cross stitch pattern from Scarlett House featuring an antique reproduction of a sampler with nature inspired imagery.

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct. linen with NPI Silks floss (includes DMC Conversion). Stitch count is 125 x 233. Finished size is 6.25" x 11.65".

This cross stitch pattern by Shannon Christine features an intricate vintage inspired moth pattern surrounded by flowers and the phases of the moon.

Pattern is stitched on 14 Ct Aida using DMC threads. Stitch count is 151 x 194. Finished size is 10.79" x 13.86".

Cross stitch pattern from Textilly Crafts featuring a vintage sewing machine!

The model was stitched on 32 ct. Fall Leaf Linen by Zweigart using 2 strands over 2. Stitch Count Pillow: 45 x 57. Stitch Count Fob: 19 x 24. Finished sizes are 2.8 x 3.6 and 1.2 x 1.5.

Cross stitch pattern from Scarlett House featuring a vintage sampler alphabet with a nature themed design.

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct. Meadow Rue by Lakeside Linen using NPI threads with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 240 x 225. Finished size is 12" x 11.25".

Are you a little Too Hexie for your pincushion? Two sizing options for these sweet pincushions - the larger Hexie Bouquet Pincushion & the Maxi Hexie...so you can go smaller on the pincushion but bigger on the hexie!

Model stitched over 2 threads on 32ct Straw Linen from Weeks Dye Works... Read more about A Vintage Stitch - Too Hexie - Cross Stitch Pattern

This cross stitch pattern from JBW Designs features six antique marking samplers.

Model stitched on 25 ct. Lugana using AuriFloss with a DMC Conversion listed. Stitch count is 74 x 74 and the finished size is 6" x 6".

Also required but not listed is AuriFloss 2437 and 6722

Pattern is stitched on 25 ct Prim lugana using Aurifloss. Stitch count is 74 x 74 and the finished size is 6" x 6".

Also required but not listed is Aurifloss 2437, 2215, 5001, and 6722

Model stitched on 40 count Summer Khaki, Newcastle linen using DMC. Stitch count: 218w x 222h.

This cross stitch pattern from Crocette a Gogo featuring Santa Claus riding over a village for Christmas and the phrase "Holy Night"!

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Natural Belfast using DMC floss. Stitch count is 53 x 59.

This cross stitch pattern from Crocette a Gogo featuring a sleigh filled with Christmas gifts and the phrase "Tis the season"!

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Natural Belfast using DMC floss. Stitch count is 53 x 59.

Cross stitch pattern from Hands Across the Sea Samplers dated 1882!

Model is stitched using Zweigart based linen that was overdyed to the shade Marbled Khaki by xJuDesigns. The sampler is suitable fro stitching on aida, linen, and linaida. Stitch count is 145 x 105.

Note: Only... Read more about Ruth Gibb - Cross Stitch Pattern

"Mayflower 1620 - The Pilgrims & Plymouth Colony". Model stitched on 28 Ct. Heartland Lugana with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 173 x 131. Finished size: 15.69" x 11.88".

Model stitched on 36 count linen with 2 over 2 of your choice using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count is 121 x 150 and the finished size is 6.72" x 8.33".

Cross stitch pattern by Lucy Beam Love in Stitches featuring an antique looking sign that reads, "Evaluation Center for Disturbed Women - Ward B"

Model stitched on 40 count Witches Brew by Lapin Loops using Gentle Arts and Weeks Dye Works thread. Stitch count is 197 x 134 and the finished size is 9.85" x 6.7".

Who was Mrs Campbell? Without a first name for Mrs Campbell, it has proved impossible to trace her. We believe that Mrs Campbell was most probably a needlework teacher and that her colourful sampler was used as a teaching tool.

Model was stitched on Woodsmoke by Tabby Cat Linens. Stitch... Read more about Mrs Campbell 1805 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Pattern by Hands Across the Sea Samplers featuring an intricate vintage sampler reproduction in monochrome red.

Model stitched on 36 Ct. linen of your choice using Au Ver A Soie 100.3. Stitch count is 413W x 414H and the finished size is 22.94" x 23".

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.

Pattern by Rosewood Manor featuring a beautiful flower design with mums.

Model stitched over two on 32 Ct. Cream linen using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 218W x 218H and the finished size is 13.63" x 13.63".

Model shipped over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Doubloon Linen by Picture This Plus with Belle Soie Silk floss. Stitch counts are all 80 x 90. Finished Sizes are 5 x 5.

Quilting Bee by The Blue Flower features a large ornate bumblebee design reminiscent of a vintage quilt design.

Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Sheep's Straw Linen using Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Classic Colorworks (includes DMC conversion). The stitch count is 133W x 110H and the finished design size is 7" x 6".

Model stitched on 36 Ct. Dapple by Picture This Plus and Gloriana thread. Stitch count: 80 x 90. Finished size is 4.44 in wide X 5 in high.

Pattern by Stacy Nash Primitives featuring an antique looking sampler design that can be made into a pocket.

Model stitched on 40 Ct. Parchment linen with Weeks Dye Works threads. Finished size using the stitch count is 9" x 7".

Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Fresco linen from Picture this Plus using Belle Soie Silk from Classic Colorworks. Stitch count is 80 x 90.

Reprint of a previously discontinued pattern. "Tall Oaks" and "Garden" samplers were stitched on 32 Ct. Bay Rum Jobelan. "Cottage" sampler stitched on 32 Ct. Sage Jobelan. All designs use DMC floss. Stitch count for each: 177H x 73W and the finished size is 11.06" x 4.56".

A schoolgirl sampler that exemplifies the distinctive style indicative of the Mary Balch School, from the architectural arrangement to the moral sentiments expressed right down to the authentic stitches used.

This design appeared in Treasures in Needlework: Spring 1993, Vol. II, No. 1 and... Read more about American Antique Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

Drawings from a naturalist's notebook, including delicate butterflies. Conjure up a walk in the woods with this beautiful pattern! Counted cross stitch design by Nancy Rossi. Stitch Count 154w X 196h. Finished size on 14 ct 11-1/4" X 14-1/4" Model stitched on 14 Count Oatmeal Fiddler's Cloth (discontinued)

"Here there be monsters." Model stitched on 32 Ct. Natural Brown linen with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 112W x 132H. Design Size: 7" x 9"

Model stitched on 32 ct. Flax Belfast linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Shown with buttons (four 1/4", one 1/2", six 3/8"). Stitch Count: 235W x 89H. Finished size: 14.7" x 5.6" on 32 count (over 2 threads)

Weeping Tree Sampler by City Stitcher features a vintage sampler design where the letters are leaves falling off of trees with the phrase, "Here my work forever stands The labour of two busy hands."

Model stitched on 28 Ct. Light Mocha linen using DMC floss. The Stitch count is... Read more about Weeping Tree Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

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".

Marie Duclos was thirteen years old when the spring of 1895 gently settled over her village. The hedges, still shy, were dotted with buds, and the first scents of flowers drifted through the window of the room where she sat each afternoon, her embroidery hoop resting on her knees.

Her... Read more about Marie Duclos 1895 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Characteristically ornate illuminated alphabets are featured on this classic Scottish sampler. Other stylistic elements indicating its origin include the peacock with seven tail feathers and three rows of initials of the maker's family. The illuminated alphabets on this particular sampler are... Read more about Margret Lawrance 1823 Scottish Sampler - Cross Stitch

Plant your garden with Linums Seed Packets from It's Sew Emma. Linums are not only a cheerful addition to any garden, but also a valuable plant, providing the beginnings of linseed oil and flaxseed for linen. In a calming shade of blue, this flower deserves a special place in your stitchy... Read more about Linums Seed Packet - Cross Stitch Pattern

Impossible to resist the charm of this delightful flower basket... Each petal seems to have been gathered at dawn, when the light still caresses the blossoms with infinite softness. Beneath your needle, spring comes to life stitch by stitch, in a tender and luminous harmony that instantly makes you... Read more about Le Panier de Mathilde - Cross Stitch Pattern

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.

Pattern is stitched on 35 ct linen... Read more about Black Cat 1861 - Cross Stitch Pattern

"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

"Lord what is life tis like a flower That blofsoms and is gone We see it flourish for an hour With all its beauty on". This sampler is dated December 24, 1834. I was told this sampler was a Christmas gift to Louisa's parents. Louisa was 9 years old when she completed this brightly... Read more about Louisa Dodd 1834 - Cross Stitch Pattern