This beautiful sampler showcases the houses of Hawk Run Hollow. Stitch as one large piece or individual squares. The large model was stitched on 40 Ct. Pearled Barley from Lakeside Linens using one strand of Soie D'Alger from Access Commodities. Stitch Count: Large sampler - 369W x... Read more
Kitty's Cozy Cottage features a plentiful supply of fish and an alphabet with "Catnip", "Mouse", "Purr", and "Yarn" hidden inside. Model stitched on 28 Ct. Clay Cashel linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 79W x 97H.
Cross stitch pattern from Bent Creek featuring Christmas snowmen all in a row!
Pattern was stitched on 32 ct Summer Khaki linen using Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks. Stitch count is 253w x 34h. Finished size is 15.81 in wide X 2.13 in high.
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
Complete kit from Aine Cross Stitch includes 14 Ct. Aida, threads, needle, chart, and instructions. Finished size is 7.75" x 7.75".
This Aine cross stitch kit Boy Birth Sampler features a baby bunny in a blue sling hanging from a branch, with a bird and a heart-shaped balloon. The... Read more
"Spring Farmhouse" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. Ah Spring, chickens & chicks, fresh green grass, and flowers ~ of course living in this old farmhouse is my inspiration!
Model stitched on 32 ct. linen using one strand of DMC floss over two threads of linen. Stitch count is 148 x 118. Finished size is 9.25" x 7.38".
Try as we might, we cannot find another sampler to compare with this one by Sarah Brignell. It is a sampler unto itself: truly an original piece of folk art. The tiny central cartouche with the densely stitched scene floats like a little world unto itself in the midst of the exuberant garden of... Read more
Design your own family heirloom sampler using our basic chart and choose your own motifs from the selection we provide. Then decorate with your own personal "souvenirs" in the spaces provided. When completed you will have stitched a truly unique heirloom that will be treasured for... Read more
This adorable birth sampler kit from Vervaco features a bunny in a purple hammock hanging from a willowy tree. Two more bunny friends frolic in the flowers below. Includes room for personalization with the baby's name, date of birth, etc.
The complete kit includes 14 Ct. Aida, thread, needle, instructions, and alphabet chart. Finished size: 18" x 14.8"
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".
Cross stitch pattern from Little Robin Designs featuring a sampler with the phrase "And the dust returns to the earth as it was and the spirit returns to god who gave it. He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death mourning"!
"An Alphabet Duo - Elizabeth Roach & Sarah Zane" is from NeedleWorkPress. It is based on two antique samplers.
From NeedleWorkPress: "When we noticed the design and color similarities shared by these samplers, we thought it would be fun to present them in one booklet...... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring a lovely reproduction sampler with flowers!
Stitched on your choice of fabric using Classic Colorwork Bella Soie, Gloriana, and Au Ver a Soie threads. Stitch Count is 289 x 199. Finished size is 16.05 x 11.05 inches on 36 count fabric.
Cross stitch pattern from Pansy Patch Quilts and Stitchery featuring a lovely sampler pattern with the phrase "Serenity and Peace is all She Needs" with cute needlework imagery!
Serenity is stitched on 36 count linen, one strand of floss over two linen threads, with Weeks Dye... Read more
Introducing the Garden Variety series - a fresh and fruity celebration of summer! Start stitching today with limes, cherries, watermelon, and lemons, each designed to complement the fruit salad Quaker perfectly! Bright, bold, and bursting with charm - these little samplers are the sweetest way to... Read more
Introducing Ann Harrison ~ a sweet little sampler based on one of the antiques in my collection. Miss Harrison's sampler features a delightful array of motifs in the most cheerful palette of colors! I've finished mine into a small cushion and trimmed each corner with a tiny vintage silk... 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
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".
Cross stitch pattern from Hands Across The Sea Samplers featuring a design that was released at a 2025 workshop for Mrs Parkman's Academy of Needlework. The text reads: "How sweet to wait upon the Lord while he fulfills his gracious word. To seek his face and not in vain. To be belov'd... Read more
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
Cross stitch pattern from Sassafras Samplers featuring a lovely sampler!
Stitched on your choice of fabric using either Soie d Alger or DMC threads. Stitch count is 232 x 285. Finished size is 12.89 x 15.83 for 36 count fabric.
Cross stitch pattern from Sassafras Samplers featuring a lovely sampler!
Pattern can be stitched on Straw from Weeks Dye Works or 30 Ct Pecan Shortbread from Legacy Linen using DMC (DMC 3872 not listed), Needlepoint Silk, or Soie d'Alger threads. Stitch count is 119 x 140. Finished size on 30 Ct is 7.93" x 9.33".
Cross stitch pattern from Sassafras Samplers featuring a lovely sampler!
Pattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice using DMC, NPI or AVAS silk threads. Stitch count is 301 x 301. Finished size on 40 count is 15.05" x 15.05"
This Baltimore-style sampler is a tribute to the bond of sisters. The quote reads:"Beside a well one does not thirst. Beside a sister one does not despair."
Pattern is stitched on 40 count linen using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works, and DMC threads with a DMC conversion. Stitch Count: 215 x 241. Finished size is 10.75" x 12.05".
The booklet is 8 1/2" H x 5" W and contains 10 pages, with full color pictures of each design.
There are eight baby samplers in the collection, made up of tiny motifs such as teddy bears, rocking horses, elephants, baby carriages, a stork, etc. An alphabet and number chart is... Read more
Milady's Posies is a beauty, if I do say so myself. The center "posy" is a reproduction of an antique powder compact. The flowers were stitched on silk gauze which decorates the top of the compact.
Stitched on 40 count fabric using DMC threads. Stitch count is 249 x 87. Finished size is 12.45 in wide X 4.35 in high.
My Hometown is a modern schoolgirl sampler! The design was inspired by 11 year old Amy, and the full story is included in the book. There is an extra alphabet chart for personalization and a chart for the coordinating scissors fob!
The models are stitched on 36 count linen using 1 strand... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Little Robin Designs featuring a lovely, fancy sampler!
Pattern is stitched on 40ct linen using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Arts threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 100w x 160h. Finished size is 5" x 8".
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 is the first design in the Gathering Series. It kicks off with my favorite season - Autumn. More will be coming this year.
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct Hogbristle using Classic Colorworks floss. DMC conversion included. Stitch count is 129 x 89. Finished size is 6.45" x 4.45".
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
On the back of this framed antique, was found a very aged handwritten note: "This Sampler was worked by Mary Coleby of Kelvedon, Essex when Eleven years of age at Ackworth School Yorkshire. Born 1792 - married in 1814 to Edward Gripper of Layer Breton Hall, Essex - had thirteen children - died... Read more