In 1894, in the small town of Pouance, there lived a young girl named Lea
Letourneur. Unlike many embroiderers of her time, who endlessly repeated their neat red alphabets, Lea dreamed of light, of flowers, and of birds. Stitch by stitch, her needle traced an alphabet bursting with life, bordered by... Read more about Lea Letourneur 1894 - Cross Stitch Pattern
She is delicate and so very pretty. Being a monochromatic stitch made her very relaxing to work on.
Model stitched on 46 count Linen using Flamingo Floss by Gloriana. Small patterns are available as a separate chart. Stitch count: 158 x 124. Finished Size: 6.87w X 5.39h
Cross stitch pattern from JBW Designs featuring a French Country style turkey!
Model is stitched on fabric of your choice using Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss with DMC conversion and Gentle Arts conversion. Stitch count is 46 X 74 Finished size 2.88 in wide X 4.63 in high.
To add to my growing flock of birds, this piece was adapted from a French antique in my collection. The original has been adapted to simplify the colour palette and make the birds more vibrant. The original stitcher's name has been charted for those who want to include it.
This cross stitch pattern from Crocette a Gogo featuring a cardinal with a french horn and the word "December"!
Model stitched on 32 ct. Natural Belfast linen using DMC thread. Stitch count is 93 x 117. Finished size is 5.8" x 7.3".
Ivory and golden roses bathed in warm, luminous shades. This design combines softness, antique radiance, and timeless charm for a creation filled with poetry.
Model is stitched on 14ct Light Mocha Aida fabric by Zweigart, using Au Ver Soie Soie d' Alger with DMC conversion.
The stitch count is 34 x 67.
Finished size 2.43 in wide X 4.79 in high.
Les Petites Floralies is French for a little flower show. The daintiness of over one is irresistible to me and it is a breeze when stitching on 28 count. Of course, these flowers would look amazing stitched over 2 as well. Taken from an antique sampler, these floral fragments are sure to delight... Read more about Petites Floralies - Cross Stitch Pattern
In 1857, little Mariette let her needle wander like a gentle breath. From her diligent hands was born a sampler full of delicacy, touched with softness and grace. Its floral border, rich with varied motifs, still seems to whisper the secrets of her young stitcher's heart.
Stitched on 40 count linen. The stitch count is 300 x 217 and the finished size is 15" x 10.85".
Cross stitch pattern from Running With Needles & Scissor featuring a lovely sampler stitched in one color!
Stitched on 36 and 56 count fabrics using Gloriana threads. Stitch count is 138 x 138. Finished size for 36 count is 7.67" x 7.67". Finished size for 56 count is 4.93" x 4.93".
The model in blue was stitched on a #36 Antique White linen with one ply of floss over two threads. The stitch count is: 72 W x 68 H, and the finished size is approximately 4" round. It was mounted inside a metal clock from Hobby Lobby. The fiber used was a Weeks Dye Works in Periwinkle.
... Read more about A-Round France - Cross Stitch Pattern
Model stitched on 32 Ct. Star Sapphire linen using DMC, Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts Sampler Threads & Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 207x63. Design Size: 13" x 4".
Note: The fabric size listed is with a 2-inch border.
Model stitched on 28 Ct. China Pearl linen or 14 Ct. China Pearl Aida with DMC floss, Caron Waterlilies, Mill Hill Beads, and Kreinik #4 Braid. Stitch Count: 60W X 109H. Finished Size: 4.3W x 7.8H
A delicate rosette with touches of antique blue and garnet red, inspired by the refined porcelains of
the Court of Versailles.
Model is stitched on 14ct Antique White Aida fabric by Zweigart, using Au Ver Soie Soie d' Alger floss with DMC conversion.
The stitch count is 71 x 71.
finished size is 5.07 in wide X 5.07 in high.
This leaflet includes designs for Germany, France and Ireland.
Pattern is stitched on 14 ct Brown Perforated Paper using DMC floss and Mill Hill Beads. Stitch count is approx. 30w x 69h each. Finished size is approx. 2.1" x 4.9" each.
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".
The original sampler is a charmer, and can you believe Felicie was only 7? As always, my charts come with a little essay about the antique, and my thoughts about what make the sampler special, in this case, those beautiful, organic borders, the color palette, the airy space contained within, and the... Read more about A French Summer Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern
This cross stitch pattern is worked in one color and features a lacy border, two swans at the top and a vase with flowers in the center.
Pattern is stitched on 36ct Ancient Blue Linen using Au Ver a Soie Soie de Paris, or Soie d'Alger thread (listed). Stitch count: 257 x 349. Finished size is 14.3" x 19.4".
Model stitched over two threads on 32 Ct. Vintage Country Mocha Belfast linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 151x107. Shown embellished with buttons.
Pattern by Filigram featuring a rose design with beautiful stitched flowers.
Model stitched on Cobblestone, Light Blue, or Dark undyed fabric of your choice with Gentle Art Sampler Threads or Gentle Arts Simply Wool threads. Stitch Count: 113W x 112H and the finished size is 8.07" x 8" on 28 ct. linen.
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "Le Lac Gele" (Frozen Lake), with a couple ice skating and a variety of European winter scenesmore!
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 188 x 185
This cross stitch pattern from JBW Designs features pink birds, berries and green leaves. "Notes: Eliza Coulter stitched the pink birds in 1849 at the age of 17. She was born in 1832. The birds were stitched in wool on Peleope canvas."
Model #1 stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Blue Whisper Belfast linen with DMC floss. Model #2 stitched over 1 thread on 28 Ct. Navy Lugana with white DMC floss. Stitch Count: 71W x 63H. Finished size: 4.4 x 3.9 (over 2) and 2 1/2 x 1/4 (over 1).
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Baby Pink linen with Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss (or DMC 3733, 3731). Stitch Count:58x58. Finished size: 3.62" round. Option provided to stitch over one thread on 28 Ct. White Lugana.
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 both of... Read more about Renee's French Alphabet - Cross Stitch Pattern
The booklet is 8 1/2" H x 5" W and contains 10 pages, with full color pictures of each design.
There are eight baby samplers in the collection, made up of tiny motifs such as teddy bears, rocking horses, elephants, baby carriages, a stork, etc. An alphabet and number chart is... Read more about French Baby Samplers - Cross Stitch Pattern
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 about Vintage Postcards - Cross Stitch Pattern
Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Colonial Parchment from Fabrics by Stephanie using Weeks Dye Works. Specialty Stitch Used: Smyrna Cross. Stitch Count: 53W x 135H. Design Size: 3" x 8".
Model stitched on (two over two) 32 Ct. Friendship Green from Fabrics by Stephanie using Weeks Dye Works. Specialty Stitch Used: Modified Eyelet. Stitch Count: 53W x 135H. Finished Size: 3" x 8".
This design by JBW Designs features the coolest giraffe you've ever seen riding a wagon!
Model stitched on 32ct Princess Buttercup Lugana Linen or 32ct Cream Belfast Linen using DMC thread. Stitch count: 67w x 78h. Finished size: 4.18 x 4.9 (over 2) and 2.09 x 2.4 (over 1).
Note: Fabric suggestion listed is for over 1 thread
This design by JBW Designs features the coolest Lion you've ever seen riding a wagon!
Model stitched on 32ct Snow Drifts Linen from Fabrics by Stephanie or 32ct Ice Blue Cashel Linen using DMC thread. Stitch count: 81w x 71h. Finished size: 5.06 x 4.43 (over 2) and 2.8 x 2.5 (over 1).