"Our life is never at a stand, Tis like a fading flower. Death, which is always near at hand, comes nearer every hour. And those who are now young and gay, like roses in their bloom, will very soon be old and grey, and wither in the tomb. Then let us all prepare to die, since death is near and... Read more
This is a reproduction of an antique European sampler, circa 1790. Model stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Beige linen with Weeks Dye Works floss, Gentle Art Sampler threads and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 326W x 186H. Finished size: 16 1/4" x 9 1/4".
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 35 Ct. Straw linen by Weeks Dye Works with The Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 151W x 208H. Finished size: 8 3/4" x 11 3/4".
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"
This representation of Fall is stitched over two threads on 36 Ct. Barn Owl Linen using Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count: 293W x 383H. Design Size: 17" x 22"
Model stitched over 2 threads on 28 count Dirty Cashel linen using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts & DMC. (DMC alternates are white 543 930 931 3371 610 869 221 902 355 3777 612 842) Stitch count: 52x80. Embellished with Olde brass bird button and ice skate and snowflake charms.
Chart pack contains all 26 letters, the border, and an optional "R" block.
The model was stitched over two threads on 32 Ct. Dark Cappuccino Linen from R&R Reproductions with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 235x293. Design Size: 15" x 19">
Model stitched on 40 Ct. Pearled Barley from Lakeside Linens using one strand of Needlepoint Inc. Silk over two threads of linen. Stitch Count: 181W x 125H. Design Size: 10" x 7"
"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.
Model stitched over two on 28 Ct. Bluebell Hand Dyed Jobelan using DMC or Anchor floss. Mill Hill Beads and Mill Hill Treasures. Also required, but not listed above, Mill Hill Beads (2) #12290 and (1) #02075. Stitch Count: 98w x 116h. Design Size: 7" x 8"
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 one over two on 36 Ct. Grey by Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count for Pinkeep: 125 x 105. Finished Size: 7" x 6". Stitch Count for Ornament: 84 x 47. Finished Size: 5" x 3".
Pattern is stitched on 30 ct Grey from Weeks Dye Works using NPI silks with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 127 x 141. Finished size is 8 3/8" x 9 3/8".
"If solid happiness we prize within our breast this jewel lies, and they are fools who roam the world has nothing to bestow, from our own selves our joys must flow and that dear hut our home."
Model stitched on 35 Ct. Gray linen by Weeks Dye Works with Needlepoint Inc Silks. Stitch Count: 286w x 257h.
"I myself am made entirely of flaws stitched together with good intentions." Model stitched on 36 Ct. Beige Linen with Needlepoint Silks. The design is worked over 2 threads and also over 1 thread for the girl's face. Stitch Count: 112W x 110H
Model stitched on 32 Ct. Peep's Lost Sheep fabric from the Cauldron/Dames of the needle using Gentle Arts Sampler Threads and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 90x145. Design Size: 6" x 10" Or Stitch Count: 180x290. Design Size: 12" x 19"
Model stitched on 30 Ct. Parchment by Weeks Dye Works over two using Gentle Arts Sampler threads, Weeks Dye Works floss, and DMC floss (or all DMC 3047,841, 452, 3772, 3773, 317, 414, 3052) Stitch Count: 134W x 66H. Alphabet provided for personalization.
"When this you see remember me and keep me in your mind. Let all the world say what they will. Speak of me as you find." Model stitched on 40 Ct. Vintage Light Examplar from Lakeside Linens using Classic Colorworks silks. (DMC alternates are 370 730 3750 3031 3859 434 712 414 500 501 310 950 935) Stitch count 161x163.
Model was stitched on 32 Ct. Lakeside Linens Vintage Light Examplar Linen with DMC floss. Stitch count: 103W x 95H. Finished Size is 6.44 in wide X 5.94 in high.