About the Sampler: Given the few clues provided, a scattering of initials and a year only, it is impossible to know more about the stitcher of this lovely sampler with its motifs of delicately arching floral stems, oval leafed cartouche, paired birds and potted florals. The motifs themselves are... Read more
This sampler is an original design based on the layout of eighteenth century Irish Quaker samplers with the lettering and sampler motifs taken from a Mountmellick Irish Quaker sampler in the collection of Cross Stitch Antiques, Elizabeth Martin circa 1789. The town names at the bottom are the... Read more
This pattern from Hands On Designs is the first part of a 4 part series of seasonal thoughts. The design says "Gather Blessings" and features a house, a flower, and a buzzing bee!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Platinum Belfast linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 65x42.
This pattern was stitched on 40 ct. Old Stationary by Seraphim Fabrics. This piece is part of a greater series, the first being Joy Be Thine, now this one and one still in teaching circulation Stitches Be Sweet, there will be another teaching piece in this set called Count Be Correct with a short saying with it like the others. Finished Size 8 x 9 3/4" on 40 ct Stitch Count 163 x 195.
Sheep and stitching just seem to go together.always a fun theme to work with. This one too is set in the Stitch Box type layout. Design size is 3 1/2 x 4 on 32 ct. for the largest piece with 2 smalls on the side and one long one on the bottom, which holds the ruler on the back. The piece is stitched on 32 ct Wren by Picture This Plus. Stitch counts are 59 x 65, 31 x 31, and 28 x 95.
So fun to do these pieces, my continuing love affair with flower bouquets! I enjoyed the soft colors of spring and it is only cross stitched no specialty stitches. Stitched on 36 ct Shrekie's Tan by Needle Bling Designs using hand dyed cottons with a DMC conversion. Stitch count is 73 x 80. Finished with Robin Egg chenille from Lady Dot Creates.
So fun to do these pieces, my continuing love affair with flower bouquets! Enjoy the summer blues and of course can be stitched on any count, any color that pleases the stitcher. Model is stitched on 36 ct. Up in the Attic by Fox & Rabbit comes out approx. 4 x 4". Stitched using Weeks Dye Works... Read more
Jan Hicks creates the design "CRS 1713", an antique sampler from the Saxon region of Germany. The original stitcher is known by the initials CRS.
Jan has released the sampler in three parts, making the stitching process manageable. The total stitch count for all three parts is 160 x 874.
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Arabesque is my Art Deco-ish contribution to the world of red samplers. This design started with the alphabet and it was so fun finding and developing motifs that had the same general feel. I love the slightly asymmetrical look of the mandala on the bottom left and the fan in the upper right. But... Read more
Years and years ago, I designed a piece called Pennsylvania Pinwheel. It was a Carriage House samplings design and a few months ago I saw a photo of it on someone's blog and loved the motion I saw in the design. I just had to recreate that feeling!
The sampler version of this design is... Read more
This pattern from La D D features a reproduction sampler with a large white house, flowers, birds and "Mary Collier, her work in the 9th year of her age, the year 1814."
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Spiced Honey from Color and Cotton. Stitch count is 222 x 268.
The wise, the gentle Wizard Cat predicts the future and he has good news for you! This adorable pattern is sure to bring a smile to a friend's face and is oh so relaxing to stitch -- like filling in a coloring book! This pattern is worked up in some very cool COSMO floss colors, as you can see in... Read more
A gorgeous, gentle beach-inspired sampler for fellow mudlarkers. "Comb the beach for treasure with me. My heart resides beside the sea"
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 count Raw linen by Zweigart using Classic Colorworks, Dinky Dyes, DMC floss with Mill Hill beads. Stitch count is 109 wide x 188 high.
Cross Stitch pattern from Mani Di Dona featuring a biscournu for every season!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Cocoa linen by Weeks Dye Works using Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: Each side of the biscornu is 59 X 59.
The second in my seasonal series, designed for stitchers to pop into the same standard 6 x 8" frame. Model stitched 2 over 2 on 32-count "Soft Ivory" by Zweigart using the Summer Stitcher's Palette by Cottage Garden Threads Bookshelf Edit. Colours: JK16 Mercator, JK12 Conservatory, JK09... Read more
This cross stitch pattern from Monticello Stitches features a heart with floral design and the saying "For this child I prayed and the Lord has granted me the desires of my heart"
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Count Cream linen. Stitch Count: 200 x 200, Design Area 11.11" x 11.11".
Cross stitch pattern from My Sister's Samplers featuring a sampler!
Pattern is stitched on 35 ct Dark Cappicciono from R&R Reproductions using Gloriana Silk threads (Swamp Grass). Stitch count is 179 x 185. If stitching on a lower count, two skeins of floss would be needed.
A woodland deer shaped gingerbread cookie with a green wreath around her neck.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Chestnut from Wichelt using Sulky Poly Sparkle 0526, 0577, Wonderfil Spagetti SP101, SP52, SP12, and Mill Hill button 86196 (Sulky, Wonderfil, and button not listed). DMC conversion included. Stitch count is 57 x 67.
This biscornu is the companion piece to my Needle Heathen needlebook from 2023. It's made for those of us who don't really pay attention to which needle we're using or when; we just want to stitch!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Toasted Almond linen. Stitch Count: 61w x 61h each side.
This design from New York Dreamer says "I am the vine, you are the branches. Whoever remains in me and I in him, will bear much fruit." The design also features a church and vines.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Country Mocha Belfast linen with Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler threads, Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 158x158.
The latest member of the Faire series...Vineyard Faire!
The model was stitched 32 ct. Pistachio Frappe by Grace Notes Fabrics, with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works threads. DMC alternatives provided. Stitch count is 103 x 66.
A vintage inspired row of flowers that all the pollinators love to visit!
Designer's note: I also stitched a version that combines Pollinator's Garden and The Queen Bee. I stitched this on 36 ct. Dove linen by Weeks Dye Works using the same fibers except for one substitution: I used GAST... Read more
This little cutie makes for a quick, springtime stitch and fits nicely on top of a little trinket box. Great for a smalls exchange!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct. "Summer Khaki" linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 76 w x 45 h. Trim: "Creamsicle" pom pom by Lady Dot Creates
This design is a companion to my fall release, "Troublemakers". It's hard to get too angry at these rascally rabbits, because they're so darned cute.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct. "Country French Cafe Mocha" with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 61 w x 59 h. Trim: "Jack" ric rac by Lady Dot Creates
This cross stitch pattern from The Primitive Hare features the saying "Cross Stitch Queen".
Pattern is stitched on 30 ct Old Salem Linen using Weeks Dye Works floss with DMC and Kreinik braids. Stitch count is 309 x 56. Finished size is 20.6 in wide X 3.73 in high.
Foxglove House is house 4 of 9 of my The Houses on Wisteria Lane Series.
Foxglove House is stitched on 36 count Faun by Picture this Plus, suggested fabric listed, using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 97 x 87. Foxglove House in trimmed in Rick Rack by Lady Dot Creates in the colour way Coraline and filled with fibrefill.
Hannah Alexander, a Sweet Little Sampler, is my first reproduction sampler
Hannah Alexander is stitched on 36 count Hawthorne by Needle and Flax, fabric suggestion is listed, using Au Ver A Soie threads. Stitch Count is 106 x 131
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