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 - "ANN WHITTAKER created an almost comically theatrical sampler depicting Adam and Eve, angels, pious verses, and elaborate meandering vines beneath dramatic multi-colored draperies and tassels. Hovering over the verse which is framed by large columns, are two angels with... 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
In the upper register of this finely stitched English sampler there is featured an unusual vignette of Adam and Eve beneath the tree of life (with a menacing black faced serpent) flanked by mirror image brick cottages, followed by a pious verse:
There is so much going on in this fascinating English sampler that it's hard to know where to begin looking. Apart from the somewhat conventional Adam and Eve at the top center, adorable flying cherubs flank them and the apple tree, bearing gold rings and sprays of flowers. The verse is as... 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
"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.
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
"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.
Pattern by My Big Toe Designs featuring the bible verse, "Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid - the Lord your God goes with you. He will never leave you - Deuteronomy 31:6".
Model stitched on 32 Ct. Limestone Belfast linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 119W x 87H and the finished size is 7.44" x 5.44".
"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.
"For it is by Grace we are saved" Model was stitched on 35 Ct. Parchment Linen by Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 97W x 65H.
"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.
"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.
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.
"I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength." Model stitched on 28 Ct. Bay Leaf Jobelan with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 123W x 119H.
"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.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Vintage Light Examplar linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 155W x 299H. Gives both a multi-color version or a single-color one.
Note: No DMC Conversion for NPI-993 is given. We suggest 8 skeins of DMC 310.
"Trust in the Lord with all thine heart and lean not unto thine own understanding. All thy ways acknowledge Him and He shall direct thy path. Proverbs 3:5-6."
Model stitched on 28 Ct. White Jobelan with DMC floss, Glissengloss Rainbow Blending thread, and Colorwash. Stitch Count:... Read more
"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
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