The Walker Sisters was the book released at the Blackbird Designs Farewell Retreat held at Dyeing to Stitch in September 2024.
Hannah Walker - Aged 6 - 1814: Stitched on 36 ct fabric using Weeks Dye Works and Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count is 123w x 145h. Finished size is 6 7/8" x... Read more
In 1894, in the small town of Pouance, there lived a young girl named Lea
Letourneur. Unlike many embroiderers of her time, who endlessly repeated their neat red alphabets, Lea dreamed of light, of flowers, and of birds. Stitch by stitch, her needle traced an alphabet bursting with life, bordered... Read more
Model stitched over 2 threads on 35 Ct. Gray Linen by Weeks Dye Works with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 59x152. Finished Size: 3" x 9". Finishing instructions included.
Model stitched over 2 threads on an 8" x 13" piece of 35 Ct. Gray linen by Weeks Dye Works with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch count: 59x155. Finishing instructions included. Finished Size is 3.28 in wide X 8.61 in high.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Olive Leaf linen by Dixie Sampler with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count is 102x62. Finished Size is 6" x 3". Finished instructions included.
This is the fourth pattern of the Loose Feathers Series 2017. Model stitched over two threads on 36 Ct. Oaken by Picture this Plus using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 91W x 91H. Design Size: 6" x 6"
16 projects to sew and stitch.
Rose Hips & Ivy Drum Pinkeep stitched on 36 count Winters Brew by R&R Reproductions using Weeks Dye Works floss. Linen Size3 needed is 14" x 17".
In My Garden Drum Pinkeep stitched on 28 count Ginham - Cocoa by Weeks Dye Works using Classic... Read more
In 1857, little Mariette let her needle wander like a gentle breath. From her diligent hands was born a sampler full of delicacy, touched with softness and grace. Its floral border, rich with varied motifs, still seems to whisper the secrets of her young stitcher's heart.
Stitched on 40 count linen. The stitch count is 300 x 217 and the finished size is 15" x 10.85".
Step back into the mid-19 century with this sampler, originally stitched on stitched in 1847 with wool on canvas.
Pattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice using Au Ver A Soie threads. Stitch count is 179 x 174. Finished size on 16/32 Ct. is 11.19" x 10.88".
Chart recommends 32 count linen and DMC floss, but you can stitch on any fabric of your choice! Stitch count is 630 x 390. Fabric size needed 45 inches x 31 inches. Finished size is 39.38 in wide X 24.38 in high.
Julia Rachel De La Mare, 1849, A Fuersney, Channel Island Sampler.
The Antique: This lovely vibrant sampler is in the style common to the time called Berlin Woolwork, named such after the printed patterns originating from Berlin where individual motifs such as florals, birds, the center... Read more
Under the soft gleam of a winter lamp, a square of linen lies unfurled on my worktable - its surface alive with threads of crimson and green that weave together more than just patterns. At first glance, it appears a simple sampler: a neat arrangement of alphabets, numerals, and flourishes stitched... Read more
Note from the designer: I'm very proud of this reproduction -- it's been in progress for almost two years now, and it's finally here!!! It's suitable for all stitchers and fabrics -- no specialty stitches, no over-one, no alphabets. Just a big, beautiful, checkerboard house and lots... Read more
Model stitched on 36 Ct. Oaken linen by Picture This Plus with Weeks Dye Works floss, Gentle Art Sampler threads, and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 273W x 275H. Design Size: 16" x 16".
Note: To achieve the variegated look of Weeks Dye Works palomino use DMC 3012/3011.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Gray linen by Weeks Dye Works with DMC floss, Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 76W x 79H. Finishing instructions included.
Cross stitch pattern from Prairie Schooler featuring a patriotic sampler!
Models stitched on 16 count fabric using 2 strands of DMC floss. Stitch count: Double Eagle - 52H x 145W; Elephant - 38H x 54W; Donkey - 41H x 50W; Uncle Sam & Lady Liberty - 82H x 54W. Finished sizes are Double... Read more
Note from the designer - This needlework was designed after an English sampler in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts-Boston. The lush border flowers are similar to those on a sampler made by Sarah Brignell from around the same period, suggesting the existence of a school or teacher whose... Read more
A release of a previously discontinued pattern. Models stitched on a 28 Ct. cocoa brown linen (or similar) with DMC floss. Stitch Count for each design is 47x49. Designs for a Cardinal, Goldfinch, Hummingbird, Purple Martin, Wren, Junco, Chickadee, Sparrow, Robin & Bluebird.
Hi There! Our Summer issue is filled with 22 fabulous seasonal projects. Punch Needle & Primitive Stitcher Magazine is the first needlework publication dedicated to those stitchers who are avid cross stitch and punch needle enthusiasts. Designs are in the primitive, folk, and whimsical styles.
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This exquisite Victorian sampler was stitched in Norfolk, England by Rosa Gromett when she was just twelve years old. Renowned for their beauty, Norfolk samplers are celebrated for rich color and intricate design-and Rosa's is a particularly fine example.
Reproduced from a teeny-tiny, antique, petit-point picture from Prague (say that 10 times fast!), this charming scene is reminiscent of Delft tiles. The calming colorway and the gentle landscape subject were such a pleasure to stitch and to inspire some moments of rest. I hope stitching it brings... Read more
This booklet from Blackbird Designs features 4 projects.
Moments of Glad Grace, Button Box, and Sing the Joyful Birds are stitched on 36 count Legacy by Picture This Plus using Classic Color Works, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works threads
Moments of Glad Grace stitch count 183w x... Read more
Model stitched over 2 threads on fabric of your choice with Au Ver a Soie Soie d'Alger silk floss (or DMC floss 902, 355, 3752, 221, 422, 224, 3768, 369, 3830, 3778, 543, 3823, 728, 3853, 3770, 321, 502, 3011). Stitch Count: 307x240. Design Size on 32 Ct. Design size 19" x 15"
"O my soul, what canst thou do, with eternity in view? Flee to Jesus, flee away not to-morrow, come to-day, come this moment, for to thee, next may be eternity."
Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Pecan Butter linen using Soie d'Alger threads. Stitch Count: 320W x 378H. Design Size: 16" x 18.90".
"And Heaven and Nature sing." Model stitched on 40 Ct. Vintage Pecan Butter Linen from Lakeside Linens with Needlepoint Inc. Silk thread. Stitch count is 186W x 153H.