The verse refers back to God's mercy on Adam and Eve as they were evicted from the Garden of Eden.. they would now have to till the ground for their food, but nevertheless God's grace would be with them. And that is quite evident when fall's bounty is upon us!
A derivative 17th-century canvas work picture. The Adam and Eve legend was a more popular theme on samplers after the early eighteenth century so this example is quite unusual. The pair are not often seen on earlier needleworks, even though most illustrated bibles of the sixteenth and seventeenth... Read more
Note from the designer - "This unusual sampler is probably of Scottish origin. The distinctive French-inspired mansion house and the peacocks are commonly found on Scottish samplers. Adam and Eve are realistically stitched in the Garden, by effectively working two quite simple stitches together:... Read more
Note from the designer: "This naive Adam and Eve sampler might have been made in Maryland around 1810. At first I believed that the sampler was either English or Irish, judging by the unusual surname, until, in my research, I came upon the gravestone of a Fanny H. Peachey, born 24 November 1799,... Read more
What makes this early Victorian English sampler so intriguing are the wonderfully naive figures of Adam, Eve and St. Michael flanking the Tree of Life. St. Michael's sword is drawn to slay the serpent, but he hardly looks formidable with his large feet and doughy body. Playskool-like Adam and Eve... Read more
A cross stitch pattern featuring the Madonna and child. The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. (or fabric of your choice) with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 126W x 165H. Finished size: 6.25" x 8.25".
"The birds of the air God takes care / Our world with abundance it yields / He delights in the creatures of the land and sea / but mostly the sheep of Cotswold fields"
Model stitched 1 over 2 on 40ct linen. Stitch count 324w x 256h. For all DMC, substitute DMC0932 for CCT-194, DMC0898 for W1269, and DMC3363 (x3) for W2200.
"He leads me beside the still waters. He restores my soul." Model stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Lambswool Jobelan with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 92W x 92H.
"Bless us, O Lord, and these gifts which we are about to receive from Thy bounty through Christ Our Lord. Amen." Model stitched over two on 40 Ct Burch by Newcastle Linen using DMC and Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 180W x 129H
"And now, these three remain: faith, hope and love. But the greatest of these is love." I Corinthians 13:13 is one of the most well-known verses in the Bible for good reason.
Each of the three designs in the series uses just two colors and includes a few smyrna stitches for... Read more
Model stitched two over two on 28 Ct. Vintage Smokey White Cashel using DMC floss, Glissengloss and Mill Hill Beads. Stitch Count: 95W x 210H. Design Size: 8 3/4" x 15".
Also required, but not listed above Small Angel Star Button #SB240S from Stoney Creek.
Model stitched over two on 32 Ct. Vintage Pearled Barley using Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Weeks Dye Works (or all DMC floss (3) 500, 815, 680). Stitch Count: 212W x 204H. Design Size: 13" x 13"
A heavenly treasury of 19 Christmas Nativity motifs in various sizes. They are perfect for cards, gift bags, ornaments and small treasures for the holidays. Model stitched on 14/28 Ct. fabric of your choice with DMC floss and Kreinik #4 Braid.
"Make a Joyful Noise Unto the Lord". Vines and Bluebirds border the words from Psalm 100 to create an inspirational way to declare God's glory. A garden gate leading to a lush meadow is centered between the verses. Each chart pack comes with a full color image, chart, DMC floss color guide,... Read more
Regal lions holding scrolls representing the Ten Commandments given to Moses on Mt Sinai are beautifully depicted in this traditional Jewish paper cut style design. The unique versatility of this design is that it is suitable for those who wish to needlepoint or cross-stitch.
God is Love is written in the center of this stained glass style design. The subtle colors blend beautifully with the sweet flowers and vines that surround the sentiment. A dragonfly hovers nearby for an elegant view through this lovely window. The chart is in full color with DMC floss colors listed... Read more
A sweet bouquet of lilacs and roses illustrates the sentimental verse of Philippians 1:3. "I thank my God in all my remembrance of you." One of our popular Scriptures of Thanksgiving, this lovely design will inspire all who view it.
Each chart pack comes with a full color chart... Read more
This lovely spring garden gate calls to you: "Enter His gates with Thanksgiving and His court with praise." Springtime is a season of rebirth and this classic scripture of thanksgiving will inspire all year long.
Each chart pack comes with a full color chart with with... Read more
The Lord's prayer has so much meaning for Christians throughout the world, and this exquisitely detailed design features the prayer in its entirety. What a wonderful gift this counted cross stitch piece would make! Stitch Count 154w x 196h on 14 ct, finished size 11w x 14h". Model stitched on 14 Count White Aida.
"Lord, you said that once I decided to follow you, you'd walk with me all the way. But I have noticed that during the most troublesome time in my life, there is only one set of footprints. I don't understand why when I needed you most you would leave me. The Lord replied, 'My son, my precious... Read more
"What we are is God's gift to us. What we become is our gift to God." Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Lambswool linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 127W x 57H.
Bonus "Strawberry Pin Pillow" was stitched on fabric of your choice with Weeks Dye Works floss and Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 27W x 45H.
"I love all beauteous things, I seek and adore them: God hath no better praise, and man in his hasty days is honoured for them. I too will something make and joy in the making: Altho' tomorrow it seem like the empty words of a dream, remembered on waking. When this you see, remember me." Model stitched on 18 count Aida with DMC floss. Stitch count: 333H x 251W.
"I don't know what tomorrow holds, but I know who holds tomorrow." Model stitched on 32 Ct. Star Sapphire Jobelan with Weeks Dye Works floss (2168-Monkey Grass, 3550-Williamsburg Blue, 3960-Teal Frost). Stitch Count: 93W x 123H.
"Christ - King of Kings, Light of the World, Friend of Sinners, Lord of Lords, Shepherd, Redeemer, Counselor, the Way, the Truth, the Life, Mighty God, Messiah, Lamb, Teacher, Beloved, Hope, Ransom, Word, Savior." Model stitched on 32 Ct. Raw Natural Belfast linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 238W x 390H.
"When peace, like a river, attendeth my way. When sorrows like sea billows roll. It is well, it is well, with my soul. Whatever my lot, Thou has taught me to say, it is well, it is well, with my soul." Model stitched on 32 Ct. Limestone Belfast linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 161W x 105H. Finished size is 10.06 in wide X 6.56 in high.
"Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others as faithful stewards of God's grace. Serve one another humbly in love. Be sure to fear the Lord and serve Him faithfully with all your heart. The greatest among you should be like the youngest and the one who rules like the... Read more
"Do not weep over me for I am not here. I loved deeply, lived fully. Please do not shed a tear. My Lord, my God has called me home. My Jesus, my Savior has called me His own." Model stitched on 30 Ct. Natural Brown undyed linen with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 77W x 114H.
"I will cling to the old rugged cross and exchange it one day for a crown. On a hill far away stood an old rugged cross, the emblem of suff'ring and shame. and I love that old cross where the dearest and best - for a world of lost sinners was slain." Model stitched on 32 Ct. Country French... Read more
"Early in the morning our song shall rise to Thee - Holy, Holy, Holy Lord God Almighty. Holy, holy, holy merciful and mighty God over all, and blest eternally."
Model stitched on 32 Ct. Water Lily linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 141W x 109H.
"What a friend we have in Jesus. All our sins and griefs to bear, what a privilege to carry everything to God in prayer." Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Vintage Examplar with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 135W x 103H.
Models stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Country French Cafe Mocha with Weeks Dye works floss. Main design stitch count 73W x 275H uses Weeks Dye Works Oilcloth, Rum Raisin, Onyx, Eggplant, 2 of Pea Coat, Juniper and Chesapeake. Psalm design stitch count is 73W x 91H and uses Weeks Dye Works Oilcloth, Blackboard, Purple Haze, Baked Apple, Deep Sea, Kudzu, and Teal Frost.
"Morning by morning new mercies I see Great is Thy Faithfulness. All I have needed Thy hand hath provided."
Model stitched on 32 Ct. Flax Belfast with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Alternate model stitched on 35 Ct. Tin Roof by Weeks Dye Works with Charcoal floss. Stitch Count: 147W x 75h.
Note: There is no DMC conversion for Gentle Arts Wrought Iron and Grape Arbor.