On the back of this framed antique, was found a very aged handwritten note: "This Sampler was worked by Mary Coleby of Kelvedon, Essex when Eleven years of age at Ackworth School Yorkshire. Born 1792 - married in 1814 to Edward Gripper of Layer Breton Hall, Essex - had thirteen children - died... Read more
This design from Erica Michaels features the saying "Good friends are like stars. You don't always see them, but you know they are always there." Pattern also included for a matching berry.
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Note from the designer: Not long after releasing my first berry designs, I began teaching a finishing class, usually hosted by one of you, my retailers - and typically included a simple berry chart designed for the location and/or season (some may look familiar to you!). After ten years, this book... Read more
This pattern takes a step back in time. I have always loved the history of the old general store. In many cases, the family's who owned the local general store lived right next door and the store was truly thought of as a second home.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct fabric using Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch count is 230 x 119. Finished size is 16.43" x 8.50".
Cross stitch pattern from Quaint Rose Needlearts featuring a bird flying with a strawberry!
Models stitched on 37 count Russian Tea Cake by Legacy Linen using Classic Colorworks and DMC floss.
Stitch Counts and Finished Sizes:
Pin Mattress: 105w x 67h - 5.68" x 3.62"
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The sampler is suitable for needleworkers of all abilities and contains no speciality stitches. May be stitched on linen or Aida Cloth.
Stitchers are encouraged to stitch on a darker, warm groundcloth and light, creamy-beige and green teal for the fibers using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, Classic... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Romy's Creations featuring cats for the months of March and April!
Stitched on 32 count fabric using DMC threads. Stitch counts are 53 x 53 and 60 x 56. Finished sizes are 3.31 in wide X 3.31 in high and 3.75 in wide X 3.5 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Romy's Creations featuring cats for the months of May and June!
Stitched on 32 count fabric using DMC threads. Stitch counts are 57 x 58 and 58 x 58.Finished sizes are 3.56 in wide X 3.63 in high and 3.63 in wide X 3.63 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Robin Pickens featuring lovely springtime flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 14 count Navy Aida using Cosmo threads. Stitch count is 112 wide x 111 high. Finished Size is 8 inches x 7.9 inches on 14-count Aida. Model sewn with Thatched Navy and Coastal blue fabrics from Moda Fabrics and stretched over a 12" x 16" artist canvas.
I was invited to join the XStitch the Rainbow team and design a piece using the Night Garden palette. Each designer was assigned the same ThreadworX colors and a maximum size piece to design. And this is what I designed!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Wheat from Fiber on a Whim using Threadworx threads. Stitch count is 59 x 60. Finished size is 2.95" x 3".
Cross stitch pattern from Little Robin Designs featuring a sampler with adorable flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 40ct linen, Fiber on a Whim 'Dulce de Leche' using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Arts threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 164w x 175h. Finished size is 8.2" x 8.75".
Cross stitch pattern from Luhu Stitches featuring a sunny, spring home in March!
Model is stitched on 28 count Country French Cafe Mocha Linen using DMC Floss and and occasional Gentle Arts or Week's Dye Works floss. The stitch count is 120 x 45. Finished size is 8.57" x 3.21".
Cross stitch pattern from Luhu Stitches featuring a sunny, Easter home in April!
Model is stitched on 28 count Country French Cafe Mocha Linen using DMC Floss and and occasional Gentle Arts or Week's Dye Works floss. The stitch count is 120 x 45. Finished size is 8.57" x 3.21".
Cross Stitch pattern from Silver Creek Samplers featuring a beautiful sun or moon!
Moon stitched on 'Sapphire' 18ct Aida from Fiber on a Whim.
Sun stitched on 'Cornflower' 18ct Aida from Fiber on a Whim.
Stitch count is 77 x 77. Finished Size: 4 1/4" x 4 1/4"
Cross Stitch pattern from Silver Creek Samplers featuring the phrase "Let the world know all people should be wherever they go equal and free. Rosa Parks"!
Stitched on 18 ct fabric using DMC floss. Stitch count is 74 x 160. Finished Size:
4 1/8" x 9".
This piece was inspired by a fragment of a sampler I saw, where just the part of it was framed. It looked so cute, and I love the idea of impermanence and the wear-and-tear of centuries. This is one of a series of four. All four seasons will be represented, and one side will be "missing"... Read more
Inspiration comes, sometimes, from unusual places. I had this frame I picked up a few years back, and actually designed it to fit the frame! (I believe it's still widely-available at custom frame shops). The verse is from an old sampler I saw years ago, and because I was constrained by space, I just... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Serenita Di Campagna featuring a sampler and beehive!
Patterns are stitched on 32 ct Antique White Linen using DMC threads. Stitch counts are 73 x 96 and 64 x 64. Finished sizes are 4.56" x 6" and 4" x 4".
Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring beautiful spring tulips!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. White Monaco fabric with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 173 x 42. Finished size approx 12.5" x 3".
Cross stitch pattern from Little House Needleworks featuring a sign with chicken that is perfect for a farmhouse kitchen!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Country Mocha using Classic Colorworks and DMC threads with full DMC conversion. Stitch count is 81 x 81. Finished size is 5.25" x 5.25".
Cross stitch pattern from Artful Offerings featuring a bird holding a needle and thread!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Gray from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count for design 1 is 90 x 90. Finished size is 5" x 5". Stitch count for design 2 is 90 x 42. Finished size is 5" x 3.5".
Cross stitch pattern from Happiness Is Heartmade featuring a sampler with the phrase "Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord my strength and my redeemer"!
Stitched on your choice of fabric using DMC threads. Stitch count is 145w x 145h. Finished size is 9.06 x 9.06 for 16 count fabric.
Cross stitch pattern from Wildflower Stitching featuring a cardinal with the phrase "Winter's Blessing"!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Dwarf from Picture This Plus using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts, and Classic Colorworks threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 150 x 125. Finished size is 7.5" x 6.25".
This cross stitch design features an abandoned skeleton with a sword plunged through their chest. Flowers, mushrooms, and greenery thrive, showing that life continues on. This pattern is perfect for roleplayers and adventurers. The printed pattern is in full color and the finished design is easily... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Shakespeare's Peddler featuring a Christmas bird wishing you "Glad Tidings"!
The pattern is stitched on 40 ct Black Swan from Fox and Rabbit using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts and DMC floss with a DMC conversion. Stitch count is 107 x 143. Finished size is 5 1/3" x 7 1/4".