Enter the world of red school samplers and discover the fascinating history and tradition of this special embroidery art. Red samplers are a unique piece of cultural heritage: once a compulsory part of girls' education, now loved by embroidery enthusiasts worldwide.
A hand dyed floss from Classic Colorworks (Crescent Colours) that begins with 100% cotton DMC six strand floss and gentle fabric dyes designed specifically for cotton. Available in a variety of beautiful colors that work well with punch needle and cross stitch. Not colorfast. Sold in 5 yard skeins.
Cross stitch pattern from Shakespeare's Peddler featuring beautiful flowers and the word Joy!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Natural linen using regular Gentle Arts threads and limited edition Gentle Arts threads (not available). DMC Conversion is provided. Stitch count is 93 by 146. Finished size is 4.65" x 7.3".
Cross stitch pattern from Teresa Kogut featuring Santa Claus on a Christmas stocking!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Linen using Classic Colorworks, DMC, and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 169 x 455. Finished size is 8.5" x 22.75".
This colorful spring pattern features bunnies and pansies. I've included patterns for a mattress pincushion finish and small scissor fob.
Stitched on 40 count Fiber on a Whim "hydrangea" linen and "butternut squash" aida using a combination of DMC & Classic Colorworks. Stitch count is 71 x 71. Finished size is 3.55" x 3.55".
Cross stitch pattern from Shepherd's Bush featuring a bag with the word "Peace"!
Pattern is stitched on Mad for Plaid mini bag in Burlap using Weeks Dye Works and DMC perle threads. Stitch count is 25 x 36. Finished size is approx. 1.79" x 2.57".
Wash. Dry. Fold. Repeat. Sound familiar? Not sure how much time you spend in your laundry room... I felt the need to make it a place to enjoy spending time in.
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct linen using Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count is 195 x 193. Finished size is 11.1" x 10.9".
Plastic thread holders in the shape of flowers from Primrose Cottage Quilts & Stitches. Comes with 4 each of 6 different colors (24 total). They measure 2.25" x 2.25" each.
Please note: This is a wood display board and does not come pre-stained or painted. Paint NOT included.
Elegant, sturdy, and thoughtfully designed with stitchers in mind, the Baby On Board Display Board offers a timeless way to highlight your finished piece. Size - 7.25" x 8.25". Display area - 6.75" x 7.25"
The model stitched on 28 Count Zweigart Parchment Linen as 2 over 2 (except the figures stitched with DMC 310 Black,stitched as 3 over 2). There is a pincushion pattern within the main design. There are 17 different colors on the pattern and all called for DMC. DMC 931 Antique Blue - MD and DMC Ecru... Read more
These little pin pillows are companions to Red Bull and Odd Bird. The "Happy 250th" pillow features a three-tiered birthday cake flanked by two birds that were inspired by a motif on the main sampler. The birds are happily waving sparklers, which are worked in a long-stitch.
Note from the designer: It started with the request to teach at Shepherd's Bush and the theme was garden. My brain went to our love of samplers and flowers. I envisioned alphabets dancing in the garden. There will be one for each season for a total of four different charts.
An essential accessory for all cross stitchers! This beautiful penguin needle minder attaches to the front of your fabric with one magnet and the other magnet secures behind your fabric. Your needle is then held safely on the top enamel piece.
Never lose a needle again while stitching.... Read more
Mini Mad For Plaid Project Bags by It's Sew Emma are essential for storing works in progress and supplies; you can even stitch on the bag itself to add your own personal touch! 6.5" x 9"
This mesh project bag is adorned with timeless plaid.
Cornsilk Mad For Plaid Project Bag by It's Sew Emma is essential for storing works in progress and supplies; you can stitch on the bag itself to add your own personal touch!
Sizes:
Open - 3.25" x 10.5" x 13"
Flat - 11" x 16"
10 yard skein. Superb Hand-Overdyed colors in Cotton Floss for the matte look. Embroidery Floss Skeins in 6-ply cotton for cross-stitch, embroidery, crazy-quilting, fringe and tassel-making.
This patriotic design from Plum Street Samplers features a waterfront town with houses, sailboats, a lighthouse and the saying "This land we love so vast and free, we honor those who cared for thee. God bless the US of A."
The model was stitched on 36 Ct. Old Amana by Farmgirl Dry... Read more
This picture provides a small glimpse of one piece of hand-dyed fabric. While Fiber on a Whim tries their very best to achieve the same color from dye lot to dye lot, please be aware that all hand-dyed fabrics have some differences in their variegation and... Read more
Cross stitch pattern for a pinkeep from Stacy Nash Primitives featuring chickens and chicks. Stitched on 36 count Dames of the Needle "Mad Hatter's Tea Towel" with Weeks Dye Works threads.
Finished Size: 9 1/2" wide by 9 1/2" high
Stitch Count: 173 wide by 173 high
This cross stitch design from Heart in Hand Needlearts features a row of houses with sunflowers and beehives.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Old Stationary by Seraphim with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 176w x 30H. Finished size: 11" x... Read more
Betsy Ross never needed to see the future to believe in it. She felt it
beneath her fingers, in the pull of thread through cloth, in the quiet
bravery of choosing to make something new when the world still clung to the old.
This piece was made in anticipation of America's 250th year,... Read more
Beading sewing needles are very fine, long straight needles with long eyes made from the finest steel wire and are expertly crafted.
These needles are designed for and are fantastic to use with beads, pearls and sequins and they are particularly useful in the art of threading and stringing pearls.
Pellon SF101 Shape-Flex is an all purpose, woven, fusible interfacing. It provides crisp support for collars, cuffs, yokes, pockets, facings, and other detail areas of a garment. It can also add body and permanent stability when used as a backing for needlework... Read more
This picture provides a small glimpse of one piece of hand-dyed fabric. While Fiber on a Whim tries their very best to achieve the same color from dye lot to dye lot, please be aware that all hand-dyed fabrics have some differences in their variegation and patterns.
Au Ver a Soie Soie 100/3 is a single ply highly twisted spun silk for embroidery, counted thread, canvaswork and hand, machine and long-arm quilting. The color number system is identical to Soie Perlee, but different from Soie d'Alger.
The shades are different than Soie d'Alger and it... Read more
Stormy Night (4115) Zweigart Newcastle Linen. 100% linen, 40ct. Similar to Zweigart 3348. Swirls of varying shades of gray lighter and darker than DMC 03 and 04.
Size 16 mercerized cotton embroidery thread. Each skein is 10 grams in weight and 168 yards long.
DMC Floche is non-stranded embroidery thread, so it can be used without separating it into smaller individual strands. Floche is equivalent to 2 strands of regular DMC floss.
Thread Magic is a thread conditioner. Designed to make thread stronger and more manageable. It reduces friction when sewing, protects against UV rays, mold and mildew, and helps reduce tangling and knotting. Thread Magic can be used for hand or machine sewing. Includes thread cutter blade and no-lose lid. Acid-free and non-toxic.
Hand-dyed items vary a bit from batch to batch. Dependent on dye, water, base product, temperature, drying process. It's thick, fluffy, and perfect for edgings on pincushions and other stitched pieces - it fills in the gaps and is very easy to use.