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 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".
"America, God shed His grace on thee". Stitched on 16 count Natural Heatherfield with DMC floss. The stitch count is 80W x 108H. Finished size is 5 in wide X 6.75 in high.
This is the first pattern of 9 to be released once a month until complete. Model stitched on 36 Ct. Wren by Picture this Plus over two using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 91x91. Design Size: 6" x 6"
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
A reproduction of an American schoolgirl sampler worked in 1848 at Mrs. Cooke's School in New Hampshire. This charming piece reflects the elegance and discipline of mid-19th century needlework education. The original sampler, signed simply "LSC", features a beautifully detailed bird... Read more
Award-Winning Sampler Design
Winner of two top awards at the Woodlawn Needlework Exhibit (March) and a First Place Ribbon in the Sampler / Multi-Stitch Category.
Stitched over one on 40-count Lakeside Linen "Vintage Fawn" using one strand of floss. Model stitched with Needlepoint Inc.... Read more
Note from designer: & Stripes is a collaboration with Paulette Stewart of Plum Street Samplers. This chart includes the ampersand AND my Stripes chart. We each designed half of the ampersand.
Pattern is stitched on 40 count Graham Cracker Linen or 40 count Mushroom/Light Mocha Newcastle... Read more
Model stitched over 2 threads on 35 Ct. Tin Roof linen with Classic Colorworks floss, DMC floss and Weeks Dy Works floss. Stitch count: 288x292. Finished size: 16 1/2" x 16 5/8". Fabric size needed 23x23.
Reproduction of a French Sampler. In 1861, Mademoiselle Leroux let a delicate vase of flowers bloom beneath her needle, a gift for her uncle and aunt. A timeless bouquet, suspended in the grace of passing day.
Stitched on 16 count Zweigart linen. The stitch count is 271 x 206 and the finished size is 16.94" x 12.88".
A MISCELLANY: A Collection of Seventeenth Century Canvas work Elements from the Natural World
The subjects in this needlework design are taken from a seventeenth century canvas work, formerly in the collection of The Scarlet Letter, consisting of nine panels stitched primarily in shades... Read more
Loose Feathers Series- "For the Birds #6". Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Ale linen by Picture This Plus with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 91x91. Design Size: 6" x 6"
Lizzie Kate's Things Unseen Mystery Sampler is being revealed in 3 parts, This is a year-round design with beautiful heartfelt words to live by...any day...any season...all year long. They used a beautiful, inspirational saying from Helen Keller.
Part 1 includes first pattern portion, as... Read more
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Heartland linen with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 211W x 157H. Finished size: 13" x 10".
Model stitched one over two on 36 Ct. Wren using Weeks Dye Works. Specialty Stitch Used: Four Sided Stitch. Stitch Count: 115W x 151H. Design Size: 6 3/8" x 8 3/8"
Lizzie Kate's Things Unseen Mystery Sampler is being revealed in 3 parts, and all 3 parts are now available! This is a year-round design with beautiful heartfelt words to live by...any day...any season...all year long. They used a beautiful, inspirational saying from Helen Keller.
Welcome to our 2025 Christmas Stitch-A-Long! This 14-Part weekly design features several bright & jolly holiday motifs in framed sections, released weekly from Sept - December.
Stitched on 32 count Twilight Blue by Wichelt. Stitch Count: 127w x 178h. Finished size for 32 count is 7.94 in wide X 11.13 in high.
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
Lizzie Kate's Things Unseen Mystery Sampler is being revealed in 3 parts, and Part 2 is now available! This is a year-round design with beautiful heartfelt words to live by...any day...any season...all year long. They used a beautiful, inspirational saying from Helen Keller.
After 3 years in the making, this beautiful new design is ready to be yours! Perfect for all the specialty stitch lovers out there, this piece will be available for sale in 4 seasons. I'm so excited for you to see it come to life in your own hands!
Cross stitch pattern from Samplers And Primitives featuring an antique sampler design with flowers.
Pattern is stitched on your choice of aged/vintage neutral fabric with DMC, Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks, and Gentle Arts floss. Stitch count is 154 x 266. Finished size stitched on 28 ct is 11" x 19".
Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Gray using Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 95W x 138H. Design Size: 5 7/8" x 5 7/8"
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.
Inspired by my love of libraries, this design features an open book that is sprouting flowers and mushrooms with birds and a butterfly floating above. It reads: "the very existence of libraries affords the best evidence that we may yet have hope for the future of humanity".
Note from the designer: Alice Maud Tippett at the young age of 11 years stitched an adorable little sampler using a scrap of Penelope canvas and a beautiful palette of nine colours. The colours harmonise so well!
Alice records on her sampler that she attended St Ervan's Board School. When the... Read more
Model stitched on 36 Ct. Winter Brew by R&R Reproductions with Gentle Art Sampler threads, Weeks Dye Works floss and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 227W x 189H.
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"
Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Sand Dune from lakeside Linen using Needlepoint Inc. Silk with DMC conversions. One Thread Gatherer Silk N Colors "Rusty Amber" also required. Stitch Count: 185W x 614H. Finished Size: 9 1/4 " x 30 5/8"
After 3 years in the making, this beautiful new design is ready to be yours! Perfect for all the specialty stitch lovers out there, this piece will be available for sale in 4 seasons. I'm so excited for you to see it come to life in your own hands!
I couldn't resist the urge to create another Quaker Stocking after the enthusiasm I saw for my Quaker Christmas Stocking! This new piece uses the exact same linen and silks as the Christmas stocking.
It is stitched on 40-Count Wheat linen from Fiber on a Whim using Needlepoint Silks. Stitch count is 173 x 447. Finished size is 8.65" x 22.35".