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".
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
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... Read more
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
Four French Cats is a whimsical biscornu cross stitch design featuring four delightfully expressive cats, playful numbers, and romantic floral accents inspired by classic French style. Each side of the biscornu tells its own little story, coming together in a beautifully textured, heirloom-style... Read more
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.
Reproduction of a French Sampler. In 1861, Mademoiselle Leroux let a delicate vase of flowers bloom beneath her needle, a gift for her uncle and aunt. A timeless bouquet, suspended in the grace of passing day.
Stitched on 16 count Zweigart linen. The stitch count is 271 x 206 and the finished size is 16.94" x 12.88".
This timelessly elegant alphabet sampler takes you on a journey to the heart of the alphabet, where rows of darning stitches mingle with traditional motifs.
Discover the reproduction of a French sampler embroidered by Zephirine in 1876. This classic alphabet book invites you to explore... Read more
Here's a cross-stitch pattern from Tiny Modernist featuring a charming vintage French pincushion!
The pattern is designed to be stitched on 40-count Silver Moon fabric using DMC threads. The stitch count is 56 x 56, and the finished size for 20-count fabric will be approximately 2.8 x 2.8 inches.... Read more
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.
Chart recommends 36ct Ancient Blue Linen using Au Ver a Soie Soie de Paris, or Soie d'Alger thread (listed). DMC alternative is B5200. Stitch count: 257 x 349.
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.
This antique sampler is inspired by a french designer with Christian imagery.
The model was stitched on 36 count Summer Khaki linen from Zweigart, with 1 ply of Weeks Dye Works Hand Dyed Cottons. Stitch count is 260 x 171 with a finished size of 14.44" x 9.5".
This is a reproduction of a French sampler. Little embroiderer Lucie embroidered a beautiful alphabet and then chose to embellish it with two trees with birds. She adorned her initial with two griffins.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct linen using Soie d'Alger, Gentle Arts, or DMC threads. Stitch count is 310 x 262. Finished size is 19.38" x 16.38".
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
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 stitched on 36ct Espresso from R&R... Read more
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.
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Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Friendship Green from Fabrics by Stephanie using Weeks Dye Works. Specialty Stitch Used: Modified Eyelet. Stitch Count: 53W x 135H. Design Size: 3" x 8".
Cross stitch pattern from Madame La Fee featuring the French sentiment "La Nuit de Noel" (Christmas Night) with Santa Claus, gifts and presents, Christmas ornaments, European village, and more!
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 200 x 197.
Model stitched on 32 Ct. Parisian Neutral Stripes fabric with Classic Colorworks Ladybug (pink version) or Weeks Dye Works Capri (blue version). Stitch Count: 78W x 95H.
Eiffel Tower stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Antique White Belfast. Stitch Count: 38W x 70 and the finished size is 2.38" x 4.38". Scissors Fob stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Antique White linen. Stitch Count: 25W x 21H and the finished size is 3.71" x 1.5". Both designs use DMC floss.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Examplar linen with DMC floss and Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 306 x 314 and the finished size is 19.13" x 19.63". The lower bands were stitched using DMC floss. If you want to use all Sampler threads, purchase 18 5 yard skeins of #7052.
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.
Model stitched on 28ct. Natural Linen with Week Dye Works Thread (Terra Cotta). DMC and The Gentle Arts Thread used as alternatives. Stitch count is 55W X 59H.
Model stitched on #29 Natural Glenshee linen using Weeks Dye Works or DMC: #777. Stitch count: 51w x 70h. Mounted on a pre-finished pillow by JBW designs.
Model stitched on 28 ct. Linen. Models stitched using Weeks Dye Works (choose one of the three options, DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 49 x 84 and the finished size is 3.38" x 5.79".
Pattern by JBW Designs featuring an antique inspired baby carriage that can be personalized! To personalize this design you can add the baby's name, birth date and weight to the base of the design.
Model Stitched on 29ct Ivory Glenshee Linen with Crescent Colours floss OR DMC, OR Gentle... Read more
Pattern by JBW designs featuring two ornate chicken designs, French Hen and La Poule.
French Hen is stitched on 29 ct. Natural linen and La Poule is stitched on 28 ct. Pale Yellow linen with Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. The stitch count for both is 65 x 66 and the finished sizes are 4.64" x 4.71".
Pattern by JBW Designs featuring a Christmas themed snowglobe design.
Model stitched on 29 ct Glenshee Linen Natural using Crescent Colours and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count: 83W x 87H and the finished size is 5.72" x 6".
Stitch count is 69x62 on a 28 count Graziano Linen Milan White done over 2 threads. Or the stitch count is 65x62 on a 28 count Antique White Cashel Linen done over 1. Stitched with Weeks Dye Works floss.
Stitched on 29 count Ivory Glenshee linen. Two color choices are available. The orange model uses Gentle Art (Tomato, Carrot). The black model uses Weeks Dye Works (Mascara). DMC conversions are available for both. Stitch count: 151W x 33H.
Model stitched on 28 Ct. Dirty Cashel Linen with Crescent Colours floss. Conversion provided for DMC (#520) and Weeks Dye Works (Monkey Grass). Stitch Count: 130W x 167H.