Note from the designer: Three sweet berries inspired by sampler elements from my collection, we often hear the morning dove, goldfinch, and/or nightingale or owl from morning into the night. Previously a club exclusive now available for general release, the design and color palette are classic,... 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: A quick look at the original samplers and we can be quite certain Isabella and M. were sisters and may very well have stitched these together. Both marked them with their village of Eddleston(e) in Scotland, but most of all, they are so very similar in many ways - color,... 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".
This cross stitch design from Puntini Puntini features a calendar of all the months!
Stitched on 32 ct Vintage Country Mocha Belfast Zweigart (40 ct for the scissor fobs) with DMC. Selection of fabrics depends on project choice. Stitch Count is 91W x 145H (31W x 37H each month with his... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Quaint Rose Needlearts featuring a bird for the month of August in the Feathered Friends series!
Model stitched on 32 count Beautiful Beige by Wichelt using DMC floss. Stitch count is 56w x 56h. Finished size is 3.5" x 3.5". Sign stitch count is 50 x 10. Finished size is 3.13" x 0.63".
The design is suitable for needleworkers of all abilities and contains no speciality stitches.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct linen using DMC threads. Stitch count is 100W X 90H (scissor case) and 130W X 115H (sampler). Finished size is 5" x 4.5" (scissor case) and 6.5" x 5.75" (sampler).
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 Rosewood Manor featuring a lovely sampler with a basket of birds! This 10-page booklet includes 2 needlebook covers and a lovely WELCOME! Plus an alphabet & numbers for personalizing your piece.
Pattern is stitched on 32ct Parchment Linen from Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count is 185 x 169 stitches.
Cross stitch pattern from Robin Pickens featuring beautiful flowers designed for the Rainbow Night Garden SAL!
Pattern is stitched on 28 count Kiwi Linen from Fiber on a Whim using Threadworx threads. Stitch count is 54 wide x 56 high. Finished size is 1.93 in wide X 2 in high.
Autumn Gathers is the next in the series that started with Summer Blooms. It has beautiful fall flowers, pumpkins, and all the autumn feels.
Pattern is stitched on 36 count Ale by Picture This Plus using a variety of thread threads. Stitch Count: 145 x 125. Finished Size: approx 8.1" x 6.9".
Becca Murphy of SamBrie Stitches and I collaborated to bring you a patriotic trio that honors service members. "Miss Our Hero" is from Crafty Bluebonnet Designs and "Love Our Hero" is a collaboration that we share with Becca.
"Miss our hero" is stitched on 18 count... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Crafty Bluebonnet Designs featuring a collaboration with 12 talented designers bringing a new feathered friend and birdhouse for each month.
Pattern is stitched on 28 count Sterling by Picture This Plus using DMC floss. Stitch count is 55 x 55. Finished size is 3.93 in wide X 3.93 in high.
Garden tea is a heartwarming design inspired by a beloved aunt, capturing her deep love for tea and flowers. The design features a delicate tea cup filled with vibrant blooms.
Pattern is stitched on 32 count linen using Cosmo and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 86 x 124. Finished size is 5.38" x 7.75".
Cross Stitch pattern from Cosford Rise Stitchery featuring the homes of literary writers Sylvia Plath, T.E. Lawrence and Virgina Woolfe!
Model stitched on 36 ct Legacy by Picture This Plus using The Gentle Arts, one strand over two. DMC conversion included. Stitch count for all designs 67 x 50 stitches. Finished size is 3.72 in wide X 2.78 in high.
Cross Stitch pattern from Cosford Rise Stitchery featuring the homes of literary writers Beatrix Potter, Charles Dickens and John Keats!
Model stitched on 36 ct Legacy by Picture This Plus using The Gentle Arts, one strand over two. DMC conversion included. Stitch count for all designs 67 x 50 stitches. Finished size is 3.72 in wide X 2.78 in high.
This page from an Antique Pattern Album made in Germany contains common motifs used in Bristol samplers and English day schools. These pattern booklets from France, England and Germany were published widely and used for embellishing samplers. The motifs on this particular page appear on The Amelia... Read more
I am finishing up the tombstone series with May thy Needles Rest in Peace #5. I am paying homage to one of our favorite places. Ellen Ess is where the series concludes, at least for now. Thank you all for embracing this quirky series the way you have.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct fabric using The Gentle Arts floss. Stitch count: 112 x 143. Finished size is 5.6 x 7.15.
Cross stitch pattern from SamBrie Stitches featuring the phrase "If they can get along, why can't we?"
Pattern is stitched on 18 ct Eucalyptus from Fox and Rabbit Aida using Bestitchme Silks, 1 Gloriana, 1 Weeks Dye Works, Accentuate & Wisper threads. Stitch count is 136 X 166. Finished size is 7.56 in wide X 9.22 in high.
Note from designer: This design interweaves mysticism and faith, focusing on a holistic approach to compassion for humankind. The Jewish prayer, Mi Shebeirach, is centered around healing and positive change. Whether someone is facing physical, emotional or spiritual challenges, it is a plea to the... Read more
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".
Cross Stitch pattern from Silver Creek Samplers featuring the phrase "Sent from heaven's brightest star what a miricle you are"!
Stitched on 'Sapphire' 18ct Aida from Fiber on a Whim using Classic Colorworks, Kreinik, and DMC floss. Stitch count is 90 x 76. Finished Size: 5" x 4 1/4".
This was originally designed for Quilter's Station's fall retreats last year. It was designed to fit on an eighth yard of the 36-count Flax Edinburgh, which makes for economical kitting. Big brick houses, strawberry borders, blocky alphabets, and friendly quilting motifs are quintessential elements... Read more
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 is Part 1 of the Fragments in Time 2025 Halloween series and features a haunted mansion.
The stitch count for each design is 51W x 51H. Stitched with the border pattern (available at www.summerhousestitcheworkes.com), the stitch count is 127W x127H. The models were stitched over 2... Read more
This beautiful design from Summer House Stitche Workes features a cozy red house in the center, white picket fence, and gorgeous lace and floral border.
The model was stitched on 40 Ct. Cream & Sugar linen from Fiber on a Whim with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 175W x 175H. Finished size is 8.75 in wide X 8.75 in high.
This mourning sampler design from Summer House Stitche Workes features a bent over tree with hanging tree branches and the words "Remember me when this you see."
The model was stitched on 32 Ct. Chocolate Milk from Fabrics by Stephanie with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks & DMC floss. Stitch Count: 99W x 96H. Finished size is 6.19 in wide X 6 in high.
This is part two of the Fragments in time 2025 Halloween series. It features a cemetery.
The stitch count for each design is 51W x 51H. Stitched with the border pattern, the stitch count is 127W x127H. The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Silver Fox from Fiber on a Whim (a fat... Read more
This sampler is an adaptation from a sampler in my collection. This chart contains the pattern for the scissor fob shown along with all finishing instructions.
Model stitched over two threads on 36 ct Straw from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 204w x 76h. Finished size is 11.33" x 4.22". Finished Size of Pinkeep: 5"w x 3.50"h.
I especially love several specific things about this one: the beautiful verse from Deuteronomy (Thank You, Lord for your many blessings), the way the windows look real thanks to the variegated floss (thanks, Weeks Dye Works!), the changeability of the main accent color to match one's decor (the... Read more
Inspired by a watercolor painting of pink roses, I had to try to recreate the look in cross stitch. With the help of sweetly variegated floss colors, I hope I achieved something close! My absolute favorite color combo is teal, peachy pink, and soft light gold with pops of white. And this precious... Read more
I'm certainly not the only one who had a parent or grandparent who would sing this precious song to them from time to time as a child, maybe at bedtime or when we were feeling under the weather. So this design is dedicated to my dear Daddy, who showered me with this song and many others, and taught... Read more
Note from the designer: This was inspired by the traditional sampler motif of the "berry bowl" but I've filled my basket with birds and eggs! The bowl itself is more like a woven nest, to continue the theme (and give stitchers a chance to play with variegated floss).
Cross Stitch pattern from Thistles featuring a pincushion with birds and flowers for every season!
Pattern is stitched on Belfast Linen Summer Khaki. Stitch count is 100w x 100h top; 400w x28h border. Finished size is 7.25 x 7.25 for top and 29 x 2 for border.
In the Netherlands, autumn is usually wet and gloomy, and it is only in December that we celebrate Sinterklaas and Christmas. Now that Halloween is also celebrated here, autumn has suddenly become a lot more fun and we have cheerful October, November and December months.
The Peace Sampler is a sweet little sampler featuring flowers, doves and an alphabet.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct. Olde Massachusetts linen from the Primitive Hare using Weeks Dye Works threads. It was finished in a frame from Hobby Lobby. Stitch count is 103 W x 84 H. Finished size is 5.15" x 4.2".