This 14-page booklet includes five extra borders and two lovely welcome designs! The specialty stitches have large easy to ready instructions. There are Be Creative! Ideas scattered throughout the booklet.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 316 x 177. Finished size is 19.75" x 11.06".
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.
Cross stitch pattern from Samplers And Primitives featuring an antique sampler design with flowers.
Pattern is stitched on your choice of aged/vintage neutral fabric with DMC, Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks, and Gentle Arts floss. Stitch count is 154 x 266. Finished size stitched on 28 ct is 11" x 19".
"When time who steals our years away
Shall steal our pleasures too
The memory of the past will stay
And half our joys renew
Then think no more of future gloom
These joys will always last
For hope will brighten days to come
And memory guild the... Read more
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
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".
Hoity Toity by Long Dog Samplers is a fun intricate design with peacocks, cardinals, and hidden letters!
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with Gentle Arts floss (includes DMC conversion). The stitch count is 197 x 282 with a finished size on 32 ct. linen of 12.31" x 17.63".
This fun black spooky sampler is perfect for Halloween! With antique style letters straight from October 31st 1692. Includes a small silver house charm.
Stitched on your choice of 32 ct. fabric with DMC threads. Stitch count is 189 x 178 and the finished size is 11.81" x 11.13".
"Olde Mustarde Moone" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. A quiet sampler, this one depicts a beloved home at twilight when old-man moon is just coming for a visit. I love the mellow-ness of this design, a little 'out of the box' for me, but I love it still and hope... Read more
"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".
"Merriest Yuletide" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. This design tugs at my holiday-loving heartstrings. A cozy farmhouse, white picket fences, garlands of greens and a bough of holly, not to mention a towering tannenbaum and the wording Merriest Yuletide ~ 1830 December.... Read more
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
Previously a retreat exclusive, I reproduced this lovely little flower basket from a French antique needlepoint, adding a simple border.
Model stitched on 36-ct "French Pear" by Number12StitchCo (a soft green) using overdyes. Stitched with Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and... Read more
Included in the pattern booklet are charts for the antique reproduction, a sewing roll inspired by the sampler, and a cute little "humbug" pin cushion. The sampler is a large 235 x 376, but inside the cover is a QR code that will take the stitcher to a revised smaller size as well as a bonus... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring a lovely reproduction sampler with flowers!
Stitched on your choice of fabric using DMC or Classic Colorwork,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.
Cross stitch pattern from Samplers And Primitives featuring an antique Christmas sampler design with the word "Noel".
Pattern is stitched on your choice of cream fabric with DMC, Gentle Arts, Classic Colorworks, and ThreadworX floss. Stitch count is 180 x 150. Finished size on 28 count is 12.86" x 10.71".
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 by Quaint Rose Needle Arts that is a fun mash up of two antique samplers! With a stunning golden bird in the center surrounded by blue filigree.
Model stitched on 40 count linen using Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. the stitch count is 211w x 204h and the finished size is 10.55" x 10.2".
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".
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
Note from designer: Renee's French Alphabet has been adapted from an antique sampler with beautifully formed graceful letters. The original sampler was worked in wool, and did not contain the letters : J and W, which would have been common in France at the time it was stitched. I have added... Read more
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
This design from October House Fiber Arts features holly, Christmas trees and "Merry Christmas."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Aspen linen from Weeks Dye Works with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 105x87. Finished size: 5.8" x 4.8".
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.
Model stitched 2 over 2 on 36 count linen of your choice using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts and Weeks Dye Works (with DMC alternatives). Stitch count is 121 x 150 and the finished size is 6.72" x 8.33".
The model was stitched on a Zweigart linen overdyed to the shade of Crme Brulee by Tabby Cat Linens using Soie 100.3 from Au Ver Soie silks. Stitch Count: 294 x 277.
Also required but not listed is Soie 100.3 thread 705.
28ct: Design: 21.00" x 19.79" Fabric: 27.00"... Read more
Cross stitch your heart out, mon cheri! These stunning Paris postcards are the perfect way to commemorate a fun trip to France or to decorate a Parisian-themed room. With sentiments like "Happiness is the journey, not the destination", and details like the Eiffel tower, maps, beaches,... Read more
Lori's Christmas-inspired sampler is filled with everyone's favorite holiday sights - candy canes, a gingerbread man and gingerbread house, a stocking, an ornament and Santa Claus. The cross stitch pattern takes inspiration from Lori's Vintage Christmas Book.
12 Country ornaments, each a tiny sampler in its own right, are gathered together into one charming collection. Santa feels right at home surrounded by blackbirds, checks and hearts galore. These delightful ornaments will enhance any country decor.
Each chart pack comes with a full color... Read more
Ready to build a snowman? Bring old-world holiday cheer to your home with this vintage-inspired snowman stocking. Sure to evoke memories of wonderful Christmases past, this piece welcomes the season with tradition while inspiring a cheerful Christmas spirit. Stitch count 137w X215h. Finished size on 14 ct 10" X 15-1/2"
Model stitched on 14 Count Country French Cafe Mocha Aida
Model stitched over two threads on 36 Ct. Legacy Linen by Picture this Plus using Gentle Art Sampler threads, Weeks Dye Works floss and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 145W x 157H
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.
John and Abigail by Plum Street Samplers features a patriotic design with a large house an American flag on the side with John and Abigail standing off to the side.
Model stitched on 36 Ct. linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 122W x 74H and the finished size is 6.78" x 4.11".
Pattern by The Drawn Thread featuring a tall colonial house surrounded by flowers and insects, including butterflys!
Model stitched on 34 Ct. "Wren Wing" Legacy Linen with Needlepoint Silks, Dinky Dyes, Thread Gatherer Silk N Colors, and Caron Waterlilies. Stitch Count: 355W x 59H. Design Size: 21" x 3".
Pattern by City Stitcher featuring an antique inspired sampler design focusing on the letter B with the sentiment, "Could we live without the bee To fill each hive with sweet honey!".
Model stitched on 26 Ct. Golden Flax linen using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 148 x 111. Design Size: 12" x 9"
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
Coco Chanel described simplicity as the key to elegance, and the sampler that Charlotte worked as a child is quite simply elegant. Charlotte's exquisitely laid stitches, worked in black silk, demonstrate that the seven-year-old child was skilled in marking stitch.