"Now I know my abc's, next time won't you sing with me". Model stitched on 28 ct Vintage Examplar from Lakeside Linens using DMC & Classic Colorworks, (formerly known as Crescent Colours). Stitch count 78x142.
This timelessly elegant alphabet sampler takes you on a journey to the heart of the alphabet, where rows of darning stitches mingle with traditional motifs.
Discover the reproduction of a French sampler embroidered by Zephirine in 1876. This classic alphabet book invites you to explore... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Summer House Stitche Workes. Eliza was just 17 years old when she stitched this sampler. Her sampler, with rustic elegance, features an urn with a three dimensional look. The flowers filling the urn are whimsical, each having their own "personality." Enjoy stitching... Read more
Model was stitched on a prefinished patchwork pillow courtesy of Adams originals. Stitched using Weeks Dye Works and Gentle Arts. Shown with buttons from Homespun Elegance.
Stitch Counts and Finished Sizes:
Blue Bird: 25 x 64 (2.5" x 6.4" on 20 Ct)
Bee Skep: 40 x 31... Read more
Cute design for your country kitchen. Features an alphabet with the word "HEN" in bold letters. Model stitched on 32 Ct. Natural Light using Gentle Art and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 59W x 111H. Design Size: 4" x 7"
Model stitched over 2 threads on 28 count Dirty Cashel linen using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts & DMC. (DMC alternates are 3362 3011 801 938 739 3046 924 3768 500 3052) Stitch count: 49x84. To embellish use Marbled brown buttons and Folk art bird & butterfly buttons.
This sampler design by Hello From Liz Mathews features flowers, trees, and "Youth and vigor soon will flee. Blooming beauty lose it's charms. All that's mortal soon will be enclosed in death's cold arms." A second chart combines a collection of the motifs from the large sampler... Read more
This set of designs by JBW Designs features 5 different antique samplers from 5 different stitchers: Olive Rowley, Helene Schnoor, Edith Isherwood, Ada Padoan, and Monica Marshall.
Five antique samplers are included with this collection. Select a fabric and thread of your choice.
Olive... 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
I am delighted to share this antique with you. It is from 1840 of Dutch origin. The sampler had lots of great motifs and I loved the top rows of crowns and shields, but the composition did not please me, it had large blank spots on it. I saw this piece as more enjoyable in the vertical format as... Read more
Antonia Rosel y Garcia 1886 is a reproduction of an antique Spanish sampler.The Faded model is stitched on 40 ct Antique Lace by Seraphim Hand-dyed Fabrics using one strand of the silks over two linen threads. The Bright is stitched on 36 ct Affogato by Fibers on a Whim using one strand of silk over... Read more
Birds on the Temple is a reproduction of a sweet little antique sampler. While there is a set of initials and a year on the sampler, what really stood out to me was the birds sitting on the temple. I decided to use The Gentle Arts Simply Wool again for this one. It's such a joy to stitch with.... Read more
Elisabeth LeConte, 1786 is a reproduction of an antique sampler I found here in Maryland. This was a teaching piece at the 2023 Sunshine Stitchers Retreat in Florida last spring.
My reproduction is stitched on 40-Count Hawthorne linen from Fiber on a Whim using Needlepoint Silks. The stitch count is 197 Wide by 167 High.
Model stitched over two on 32 Ct. Cream Belfast linen using Gentle Arts threads. Stitch Count for Ornament: 94 x 57. Finished Size: 6" x 4". Stitch Count for Pin keep: 123 x 97. Finished Size: 8" x 6".
Model stitched over two on 32 Ct. Parchment Linen by Weeks Dye Works using DMC floss. Stitch count 79h x 74w.
Additional supplies needed: Backing fabric (cotton) approximate size 9"x7", small piece of cardboard for the bottom, cord or ribbon for bow, and fiber-fill for stuffing.
Models stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Vintage Light Examplar by Lakeside Linens with DMC floss. Stitch count for each design is approximately 43x49.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Legacy linen by Picture This Plus with Weeks Dye Works floss, DMC floss, and Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 126W x 165H
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Vintage Examplar by Lakeside Linens with Gentle Art Sampler threads (or Gentle Arts Simply Wool). Stitch Count: 280x239. Design Size: 18" x 15"
Model stitched over two on 40 Ct. Tin Roof by Weeks Dye Works using DMC, Needlepoint Inc. Silks and Avas- Soie D' Alger. Finished Size is 14.30 x 14.25. (words are stitched over one). Estimate Stitch count is 280 x 280.
Model stitched over two on 32 Ct. Raw Natural Belfast Linen using Gentle Arts threads. Stitch Count for Front: 50x76. Design Size: 3" x 5". Stitch Count for Back: 53x78. Design Size; 3" x 5".
Model stitched over two threads on 36 Ct. Vintage Beeswax by R&R Reproductions using Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and DMC. Stitch Count: 116x72.
Model stitched over two threads on 36 Ct. Vintage Meadow Rue by Lakeside Linens using Gentle Art Sampler Threads. Stitch Count: 133W x 133H. Design Size: 7" x 7".
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Vintage Pearled Barley linen with Classic Colorworks floss and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 291H x 243H. Design Size: 17" x 14"
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Vintage Sand Dune linen with Weeks Dye Works floss, Gentle Art Sampler threads and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 115W x 181H
Model stitched on 36 ct. Legacy Linen from Picture this Plus using Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks, and The Gentle Art threads. Stitch count is 286 x 323.
"Live in peace with all men" Model stitched on 32 Ct. Old english Linen from Niky's Creations using weeks Dye Works (or all DMC floss 610, 948, 319, 311, 3371). Stitch count is 206W x 110H.