The sampler was adapted for Aida and linen - which only changed the small verse across the top to be stitched over two, instead of over one. It did not change anything on the overall dimensions of the sampler, which is a miniature. There is a Flower thread conversion for those that like the wool... Read more
The Sarah's Alphabet Garden Square cross stitch pattern is a square floral design surrounded by an alphabet style border. It also has 3 Celtic knot work designs included in the central section of the pattern.This pattern was inspired by a German needlework chart from the 1800s.
Note from the designer: Ellen was only 7 years old and living in Edinburgh, Scotland when she stitched this charming sampler.
It is all done in Cross Stitch over 2. The model was stitched on 40 count linen with NeedlePoint Inc. Silks. Stitch count is 96 x 166. Finished size is 4.8" x 8.3".
This sweet reproduction of my antique sampler and would make a great addition to your sampler wall or a box top! Cross Stitch over Two only. I have included photos of the framed and and unframed sampler and discussed the framing techniques. Pattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice using Soie... Read more
A wonderfully rare Queen Stitch motif sampler from 1779! The only stitches that are not Queen Stitch are the Cross Stitch over Two initials, Crown, and date.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct linen using Soie d'Alger threads. Stitch count is 234 x 251. Finished size is 11.7" x 12.55".
Rare Scottish Ten Commandment and Remember Thy Creator God from Hymn 91 by Isaac Watts. The sampler features Linlithgow Castle, the Tower of London, the Scottish and English Arms and so much more. Six stitches.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct linen using Soie d'Alger threads. Stitch count is 351 x 426. Finished size is 17.55" x 21.30".
Cross stitch pattern from Serenita Di Campagna featuring a lovely seaside sampler!
Stitched on 32 count Vintage Smokey White Belfast using DMC threads.Stitch counts are Sampler: 73w x 96h and Cottage: 64w x 64h
Finished sizes (32 ct. over 2) Sampler: 4.5 x 6 and Cottage: 4 x 4
Cross stitch pattern from The Artsy Housewife featuring a lovely quaker style sampler with the phrase "This work I do to remember you"!
Pattern is stitched on 35 ct Chestnut from Weeks Dye Works using Roxy Floss Co flosses with a DMC conversion. Stitch count is 152 x 137. Finished size is 8.44" x 7.61".
Note from the Designer: I just love finding and reproducing old samplers. This piece is an adaptation of an old, unfinished sampler belonging to Faye Hall. Faye has worked with me for many years. She loves old samplers as much as I do. We are always on the look out for another treasure. By loaning... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Lilli Violette featuring a little sampler of a little girl in a garden! Title translates to "Stories of Blue Days and Flower Baskets"
Stitched on 35 count fabric using DMC threads. Stitch count is 275w x 140h. Finished size is
Cross stitch pattern from Running With Needles & Scissor featuring a lovely sampler stitched in one color!
Stitched on 36 and 56 count fabrics using Gloriana threads. Stitch count is 138 x 138. Finished size for 36 count is 7.67" x 7.67". Finished size for 56 count is 4.93" x 4.93".
It's Christmas in July at Anabella's and just in time for you to begin thinking about holiday stitching and gift giving! Can you believe it's just 6 months away?
Pattern is stitched on 16 ct Aida using DMC threads. Stitch count is 78 x 110. Finished size is 4.88" x 6.88".
It's Christmas in July at Anabella's and just in time for you to begin thinking about holiday stitching and gift giving! Can you believe it's just 6 months away?
Pattern is stitched on 16 ct Aida using DMC and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch Count 100 x 100. Finished size is 6.79" x 6.57".
Ocean Blue stocking was stitched and finished by Rindy Richards. Rindy is SO good at these stockings!! She even added tiny pearls to the very bottom of the stocking around the treasure chest. Perfect! Check out that whale!!
The stocking is stitched on 40 Ct. Arctic from Picture This Plus... Read more
While the sampler version of this design has not been stitched, I've inserted an image produced by my designing software to the cover sheet of The Embroideress Stocking. This image gives you a clear idea of what to expect in your finished sampler.
Stitched on 36 count Beige by Weeks Dye... Read more
Selina is a beautiful sampler most likely in the 1860s. The quote reads "Whats in thy mind let no one see unto thy friend no secret show for when thy friend has turned thy for then all the world thy mind will know".
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Cream and Sugar from Fiber on a Whim using silk floss. Stitch count is 381 x 381. Finished size is 21.25" x 21.25".
Bring history to life with this beautiful reproduction sampler. Originally stitched on 1875 when Sarah was just 11 years old. Her charming work has been carefully charted so you can stitch this miniature treasure today!
Stitched on 37 count Russian Tea Cake Stitch count is 151 x 105. Finished size is 8.16 in wide X 5.68 in high for 37 count fabric.
Cross stitch pattern from Three Sheep Studio featuring a lovely fall sampler with a pumpkin tree!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Old Gold from Fiber on a Whim using Weeks Dye Works threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 133w x 162h. Finished size is 7.4" x 9"
Cross stitch pattern from Artful Offerings featuring adorable birds perched at your humble homestead! A homestead is more than just a place, it's a state of mind.
Stitched on 36 count Buttermilk by Fiber on Whim, using DMC Floss. Stitch count is 124w x 115h. Finished size is 7" x 6.5".
This cross stitch pattern by Needlework Press features the quote "I joyfully apply myself to the Needlework that is to be done. I am grateful for the ability to do this art."
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Gray from Weeks Dye Works using Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 283 x 83. Finished size is 15.8" x 4.6".
The Witchery Stitchery Cross Stitch Booklet contains 4 new Halloween themed designs by Anabella's Needleart.
Pattern is stitched on 16 ct Aida or 32 ct linen by Zweigart using DMC Cotton Embroidery Floss.
Stitch Counts and Finished Sizes:
Large chart - 100 x 100; 6.25" x 6.25"
3 Smalls charts - 52 x 52; 3.25" x 3.25"
Cross stitch pattern from Running With Needles & Scissor featuring a lovely reproduction sampler with the phrase "This is the way to know the Lord and this will please him too. To hear and read is holy word that tells us what to do"!
Stitched on 40 count fabric. Stitch count is 233 x 239. Finished size is 11.65 in wide X 11.95 in high.
We don't know much for certain about Agnes. The one family that seems to ?t the the initials included in this sampler, does not have a child named Agnes. If this is truly the family that she lived with, then her sampler dates no later than 1793. It is possible that she is a niece or a ward to... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from The Prairie Schooler featuring a sampler!
Sunshine and Shadow Pattern is stitched on 18 ct Putty Khaki Davos using DMC floss. Stitch count is 167 x 126.
Design Size: 9 3/8" x 7". Amish Life pattern stitched on 18 count Putty Khaki Davos using DMC threads. Stitch Count: 72 x 48. Design Size: 4" x 2 3/4".
Reprint of a previously discontinued pattern. Model stitched over two on 28 Ct. Unbleached Linen using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 78W x 58H. Design Size: 6" x 4"
This romantic sampler pattern by Needle Treasures Nook features the phrase "Bid me to love and I will a loving heart to thee" with a spot for the couple's names and wedding year!
This pattern is stitched on 32 ct. natural linen using DMC, Gentle Arts, and NPI threads. Stitch count is 88w x 197h and finished size is 5.5" x 12.31".
Two reproduction samplers that are a collaboration between NeedleWorkPress and GigiR Designs. Note from designers: "We are happy to join together again to bring you this duo of samplers, linked together by their sweet verses. Stitch one, or both, or use them as inspiration to create your own... Read more
Reproduction sampler from NeedleWorkPress "Jane Bowen her Sampler aged 13 1837. Remember now thy Creator in the days of thy youth while the evil days come not nor the years draw nigh, when thou shalt say I have no pleasure in them."
The Model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct.... Read more
Reproduction sampler from NeedleWorkPress - "The greatest blessing of our God, what mortals can explain. He gives the blossom and the bud and gives us timely rain."
The model was stitched over 2 threads (with some lettering over one thread) on 46 Ct. Cocoa linen from Weeks Dye Works with Gloriana and AVAS silk floss. Stitch Count: 317x507. Finished size: 13.8" x 22".
Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring Adam and Eve in a sampler!
The antique was stitched on slightly unevenweave linen, close in color to Baked Clay by Fox and Rabbit. Stitch count is 116 x 165. Finished size on 32 Ct is 7.25" x 10.3".
Cross stitch pattern from Needle Work Press featuring a sampler completed by 10 year old Hannah Smith in 1838 with the phrase "Defer not till to morrow to be wise. To morrows sun to thee may never rise. Be humble learn thy self to scan. Know pride was never made for man."