Two reproduction samplers that are a collaboration between NeedleWorkPress and GigiR Designs. Note from designers: "We are happy to join together again to bring you this duo of samplers, linked together by their sweet verses. Stitch one, or both, or use them as inspiration to create your own... Read more
Reproduction sampler from NeedleWorkPress "Jane Bowen her Sampler aged 13 1837. Remember now thy Creator in the days of thy youth while the evil days come not nor the years draw nigh, when thou shalt say I have no pleasure in them."
The Model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct.... Read more
Reproduction sampler from NeedleWorkPress - "The greatest blessing of our God, what mortals can explain. He gives the blossom and the bud and gives us timely rain."
The model was stitched over 2 threads (with some lettering over one thread) on 46 Ct. Cocoa linen from Weeks Dye Works... Read more
A beautiful Winter scene is finished as a box in this design from New York Dreamer.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Vintage Country Mocha linen with Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 340x51. Finished size: 21.25" x 3.18". Finishing instructions included.
This alphabet design from New York Dreamer features flowers and the saying "A bloom c daisy e flowers g h ice cream j kite m n o pots q rain spring time u v w x y z."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Kenneth from Grace Notes Fabric with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count; 134 x 180. Finished size: 8.375" x 11.25"
This cross stitch pattern from Petal Pusher features a row of fresh picked lavender. A pin pillow design is also included.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Vintage Maritime White by Lakeside Linens with Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 149W x 91H. Finished size: 9.3" x 5.68"
This design from Glendon Place features a cornucopia overflowing with fruits and vegetables.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. China Pearl Jobelan with Rainbow Gallery Petite Silk Lame, DMC floss, and Mill Hill beads. Stitch Count: 262W x 159H. Finished size: 18 5/8" x 11 1/4"
This design from Glendon Place features a basket with colorful Easter eggs and flowers.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. White Opalescent Lugana with Sulky 12 Wt Cotton Petites, Mill Hill Beads and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 168W x 145H. Finished size: 12" x 10 1/4"
This design from Glendon Place features a colorful sugar skull.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Chalk Board linen with Rainbow Gallery Petite Silk Lame Braid, DMC floss and Mill Hill Beads. Stitch Count: 104W x 141H. Finished size: 7 3/8" x 10".
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Helix linen with Dinky Dyes silk floss, Mill Hill Beads, and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 80W x 80H. Finished size: 5 5/8" x 5 5/8".
Note from the designer: "Between Friends - A Spring Sampling is the 1st of 4 seasonal books from Hands On Design & Summer House Stitche Workes. Beautiful photographs, detailed finishing instructions, with 8 projects to inspire."
Stitch counts and Finished sizes:
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This pattern from Heart in Hand Needlearts features the saying - "The every day sweet little things are the most beautiful."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Flax Belfast linen with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 103W x 63H. Finished size: 6.4" x 3.8". Includes embellishments.
Cross stitch pattern by Hello From Liz Mathews featuring a recipe for Apple Mint Tea - "Steep 4 mint tea bags, chill, blend with apple juice and garnish with mint sprigs."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Treenway Silks Tea Time silk collection. Stitch Count: 60x60. Finished size: 3.3" x 3.3".
This sampler designs by Hello From Liz Mathews features trees and wild animals in the forest.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Cornhusk linen by Weeks Dye Works with NPI Silk floss. DMC conversions provided. Stitch Count: 369 x 346. Finished size: 18.45" x 17.3"
This design from Heartstring Samplery features three patterns for customizable odes to home.
The models were stitched on 36 Ct. Barb's Blend by R&R Reproductions over two threads with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count: 113 x 154. Finished size: 6.28 x 8.56.
This reproduction sampler from Hands To Work features "How many children in the street half naked I behind while I am clothed from head to foot, and sheltered from the cold."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Cappuccino from Fiber on a Whim with Classic Colorworks,... Read more
This original sampler from Hands To Work features a house, flowers, and "The glow of one warm though is to me worth more than money."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Creme Brulee by R&R Reproductions with Needlepoint Inc Silks. Stitch Count: 135W x 103H. Finished size: 6.75" x 5.15"
This cross stitch pattern from Ink Circles features five small red boats (the Dinghy, the Canoe, the Jon Boat, the Runabout, and the Skiff). Inspired by antique Sumatran weaving motifs.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Cafe au Lait by Fiber on a Whim with Gloriana Silk Floss. Stitch count is 197 x 175.
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
This cross stitch design from Jeannette Douglas features designs for a stitching box, needleroll, fobs and scissors case.
The models were stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Lt Examplar by Lakeside Linens with Belle Soie silk floss, Needlepoint Inc silk, Gloriana Silk and Rainbow Gallery... Read more
This reproduction sampler from Jeannette Douglas features "Let the sweet work of prayer and praise employ my youngest breath, thus I'm prepared for longer days or fit for early death. Remember thy creator in the days of thy youth. Ann Perrin finished this sampler in the 14th year of her age... Read more
Carolyn's Balloons - Spring is the third in this fun series featuring hot air balloons decorated with Quaker motifs. There is a sweet village below which changes with the seasons. Tiny butterflies and bees fill in the spaces in this delightful design.
Pattern is stitched on 46 ct using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and The Gentle Arts floss. Stitch count is 100 x 132.
This design from Annie Beez Folk Art features 3 gift tag ornaments - two snowmen, a reindeer and "Where the treetops glisten."
The models were stitched over 2 threads on 25 Ct. Raw Dublin Linen with DMC floss, Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: Flying... Read more
This design from Annie Beez Folk Art features 3 gift tag ornaments - a red cardinal, reinder and "Merry & Bright."
The models were stitched over 2 threads on 25 Ct. Raw Dublin linen with DMC floss, Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Counts: Cardinal - 35x46, Snowy Home - 40x52, Merry & Bright - 48x44. Shown with buttons from Mill Hill.
Cross stitch pattern from Autumn Lane Stitchery featuring a rows of flowers, bees, beehives, rabbits, carrots and a ducky using a daisy as an umbrella!
Pattern is stitched on 28 or 32 ct light green linen using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 70 x 128.