Samplers Nashville Needlework Market 2025 Cross Stitch Patterns

Cross Stitch pattern from Cosford Rise Stitchery featuring a lovely sampler!

Model stitched on 36ct Vintage Country Mocha using The Gentle Arts, Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works and DMC, one strand over two. DMC conversion included. Stitch count is 226h x 225w. Finished size is 12.56 in wide X 12.5 in high.

Enter the world of red school samplers and discover the fascinating history and tradition of this special embroidery art. Red samplers are a unique piece of cultural heritage: once a compulsory part of girls' education, now loved by embroidery enthusiasts worldwide.

The book offers 64... Read more about Connected By The Red Thread - Cross Stitch Pattern

She is delicate and so very pretty. Being a monochromatic stitch made her very relaxing to work on.

Model stitched on 46 count Linen using Flamingo Floss by Gloriana. Small patterns are available as a separate chart. Stitch count: 158 x 124. Finished Size: 6.87w X 5.39h

This was originally designed for Quilter's Station's fall retreats last year. It was designed to fit on an eighth yard of the 36-count Flax Edinburgh, which makes for economical kitting. Big brick houses, strawberry borders, blocky alphabets, and friendly quilting motifs are quintessential elements... Read more about Kindness Makes Friends - Cross Stitch Pattern

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".

... Read more about An Ode To Libraries - Cross Stitch Pattern

This sampler design features a gardener watering her tomato vine, surrounded by all the letters of the alphabet.

The model was stitched over two threads on 36 Ct. Affogato by Fiber on a Whim with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks, and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 129W x 109H. Finished Size: 7.17w x 6.06h.

Cross stitch pattern from Twin Peak Primitives featuring a lovely sampler in red!

The pattern is stitched on 28 ct Cashel as 2 over 2. Stitch count is 138w X 177h. Finished size is 9.9w x 12.7h.

Please note: The designer recommends 8 skeins for the pattern, but we believe that... Read more about Anneke Boer 1801 - Cross Stitch Pattern

A new series featuring letters of the alphabet with a floral theme. These sets of 3 letters were a delight to design.

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct linen using Hand dyed Floss with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 85 x 106. Finished size is 4.5 x 5.5.

A collaboration piece with Twin Peak Primitive. Includes Sampler, George and Martha pin cushions, and Martha Washington drum.

Pattern is stitched on 28ct Jobelan Lambswool and 14ct Jobelan Lambswool(Drum). Stitch Counts are 114W x 192H (Sampler), 63W x 78H (Pin Cushion), 152W x 71H... Read more about Mount Vernon 1761 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Inspiration comes, sometimes, from unusual places. I had this frame I picked up a few years back, and actually designed it to fit the frame! (I believe it's still widely-available at custom frame shops). The verse is from an old sampler I saw years ago, and because I was constrained by space, I just... Read more about Hope - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Stacy Nash featuring a beautiful sampler of a home with a floral border!

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 ct Linen with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch counts are 179 x 191 (Sampler) and 137 x 49 (pin keep). Finished sizes are 10" x 10" (sampler) and 3.5" x 3".

This is the 3rd in "Be" series, which started with Joy Be Thine, Needle Be True and now this one. The pattern includes a set of smalls also.

Stitched on 36 ct. or 40 ct. Old Stationary by Seraphim Fabrics by Laurie usng

Stitch counts:
Sampler: 139 x 207.... Read more about Stitches Be Sweet - Cross Stitch Pattern

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.

These fun little Quaker Samplers are just the thing for a stitcher looking for a quick stitch and simple elegance.

Model is stitched on 32 count Lambswool Linen using DMC floss. The stitch count is 65 x 80. Finished size is 4.06" x 5".

Cross stitch pattern from Mani Di Donna featuring an American sampler!

The model was stitched on 32ct Linen using DMC floss. Stitch count: 187 X 100. Finished size is 11.69 x 6.25

This sampler brings together two of my favorite themes: stitching and music. It is full of motifs such as thread spools, "loudspeaker" flowers, and hoops with music notes. It reads: "I wanna rock and roll all night and cross stitch every day"

Pattern is stitched on 36... Read more about Rock & Roll Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

The model was turned into a quilted table mat meant for use at cross stitch retreats, but it would be just as good placed in a frame. It was inspired by the people I've met and the friends I've made at cross stitch events across the nation.

Pattern is stitched on 32 count linen using... Read more about Treasured Memories - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring a lovely reproduction sampler!

Stitched on 46 count Euerka. Stitch count is 266 x 394. Finished size is 11.57 x 17.13.

Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring a lovely reproduction sampler with birds! Book includes a separate pattern for flowers!

Stitched on 18 count perforated paper or 36 count fabric. Stitch count is 193 x 246. Finished size is 10.72 x 13.67.

What could be better than spending time in The Strawberry Patch? This is a small sampler celebrating the perfect strawberry.

The pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Parchment by Weeks Dye Works using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 77 x 66. Finished size is 4.81" x 4.13".

Cross stitch pattern from Pansy Patch Quilts and Stitchery featuring a lovely sampler with bees!

Honey Bee Sampler is stitched on 36 count linen, one strand of floss over two linen threads with the following floss: Creme Brulee by Roxy Floss Co. (8 yard skeins) - requires 3 skeins. Stitch count is 179w x 187h. Finished size is 9.94 in wide X 10.39 in high.

This cross stitch design from Puntini Puntini features a sampler with the alphabet celebrating spring!

Stitched on 32 ct Raw Belfast Zweigart linen with DMC threads. Stitch Count is 88 x 124. Finished size is 5.5 in wide X 7.75 in high.

This cross stitch design from Puntini Puntini features a sampler with the alphabet celebrating Summer!

Stitched on 32 ct Raw Belfast Zweigart linen with DMC threads. Stitch Count: 88 x 123. Finished size is 6.36" x 8.79".

Cross stitch pattern from Rosewood Manor featuring a lovely sampler with a basket of birds! This 10-page booklet includes 2 needlebook covers and a lovely WELCOME! Plus an alphabet & numbers for personalizing your piece.

Pattern is stitched on 32ct Parchment Linen from Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count is 185 x 169 stitches.

Caroline College 1823 is a stunning sampler from the collection of Myriam Riley, who also stitched the sampler. I can't tell you how much I love this one. The organic border had me hook line and sinker. I have been a bad influence on Myriam as she now owns a number of samplers.

Pattern is... Read more about Caroline College 1823 - Cross Stitch Pattern

The original sampler is a charmer, and can you believe Felicie was only 7? As always, my charts come with a little essay about the antique, and my thoughts about what make the sampler special, in this case, those beautiful, organic borders, the color palette, the airy space contained within, and the... Read more about A French Summer Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

This sampler is an adaptation from a sampler in my collection. This chart contains the pattern for the scissor fob shown along with all finishing instructions.

Model stitched over two threads on 36 ct Straw from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 204w x 76h. Finished size is 11.33" x 4.22". Finished Size of Pinkeep: 5"w x 3.50"h.

A new series featuring letters of the alphabet with a floral theme. These sets of 3 letters were a delight to design.

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct linen using Hand dyed Floss with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 85 x 106. Finished size is 4.5 x 5.5.

This beautiful sampler was obtained from the collection of Stephen and Carol Huber. The framed antique contained handwritten notes on the genealogy of Sarah which was written on the back in ink on the sealing paper. It contained the lineage of Sarah Hewes, and the names of her children. Extensive... Read more about Sarah A. Hewes 1826 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Ireland: Elizabeth Martin, circa 1789, a Mountmellick Irish Quaker Sampler Guernsey: Julia Rachel De La Mare, 1849, A Guernsey, Channel Island Sampler
Wales: Sarah Williams, Holyhead, Wales 1864 Scotland: Jean Donaldson, 1826, a Scottish Sampler and Anne Phillip, Edinburgh 1818
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Cross stitch pattern from Mani Di Donna featuring a patriotic couple flying the Canadian flag on a sampler!

The model was stitched on 32ct Linen using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count: 180 X 109. Finished size is 11.25 x 6.81.

Cross stitch pattern from Needle Bling Designs featuring a sampler with the word "welcome"!

Stitched on 36 ct Linen using Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and Gentle Arts floss. Stitch Counts: 34 (h) x 132 (w). Finished Size 2 " x 7 3/8".

Note: Pattern lists DMC conversion for Classic Colorworks Sparking Rose as 354 (not available).

Note from the designer: "Between Friends - this series was based on class pieces that we could release & expand on to create multiple projects. We are so very excited to share with you the lineup for Winter - we think that stitchers will love the Winter palette."

The 8 projects... Read more about Between Friends - A Winter Sampling

A fun little pincushion-sized stitch for those that find themselves equally drawn to the old and the new. A companion piece to the much larger "Rock & Roll Sampler"

Pattern is stitched on 32 count Dirt Track from Fox and Rabbit linen using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works threads with a DMC conversion. Stitch count is 92 x 46. Finished size is 5.11" x 2.56".

A charming patriotic sampler. The individual blocks would make a cute ornament set as well. 8 Charms included!

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Belfast Flax Linen using DMC threads. Stitch Count 117 x 117. Finished size is 7.31" x 7.31". Fits in a standard 8" x 8" frame, or 10"/12" x 10"/12" if matted or mounted.

Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring a lovely reproduction sampler!

Stitched on 36 count Baked Clay. Stitch count is 148 x 209. Finished size is 7.67 x 11.39.

This cross stitch design from Puntini Puntini features a sampler with the alphabet celebrating Autumn!

Stitched on 32 ct Raw Belfast Zweigart linen with DMC threads. Stitch Count is 88 x 123. Finished size is 5.5 in wide X 7.75 in high.

This cross stitch design from Puntini Puntini features a sampler with the alphabet celebrating Winter!

Stitched on 32 ct Raw Belfast Zweigart linen with DMC threads. Stitch Count is 88 x 123. Finished size is 5.5 in wide X 7.75 in high.

Cross stitch pattern from Quaint Rose Needlearts featuring a lovely sampler!

Model stitched on 36 count linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 131w x 220h. Finished size is 7.28" x 12.22".

Cross stitch pattern from Samplers And Primitives featuring a bouquet of patriotic flowers!

Pattern is stitched on a vintage/neutral color linen or evenweave using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, The Gentle Arts Sampler threads, Classic Colorworks, ThreadworX. Stitch count is 86w X 107h. Finished size is 5.38 in wide X 6.69 in high for 32 count fabric.

Cross stitch pattern from Samplers And Primitives featuring a lovely sampler with bees!

Stitched on Cream Linen or Evenweave. Stitch count is 220 x 104. Finished size is 13.75 in wide X 6.5 in high for 32 count fabric.

This piece was inspired by a fragment of a sampler I saw, where just the part of it was framed. It looked so cute, and I love the idea of impermanence and the wear-and-tear of centuries. This is one of a series of four. All four seasons will be represented, and one side will be "missing"... Read more about Summer Sampler Fragment - Cross Stitch Pattern

Second in the series of sampler fragments. Each is meant to look incomplete, as often old samplers are cut or damaged over the centuries. Each sampler in the series will have a different edge "cut off." All will be the same size on the same fabric.

Pattern is stitched on 40 count... Read more about Spring Sampler Fragment - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Shakespeare's Peddler featuring a lovely basket of flowers!

Pattern is stitched on 40 count Country Mocha Newcastle by Zweigart using the Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count is 79 by 58. Finished size is 4" x 3".

This pattern was my chosen blessing sampler to stitch for 2025. (Traditionally, finishing blessing samplers by the end of the month of January is thought to bring blessings to your home/stitching). It is adorned with bonnie thistles and has a Scottish Blessing verse; I am proud to release this... Read more about Bless You Evermore - Cross Stitch Pattern

What started as a fun autumnal theme, took over and we did Christmas themed pincushions and now some Spring themed only cross stitch pincushions. Enjoy!

The pattern is stitched on 36 ct fabric using Hand dyed Floss with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 69 x 50. Finished size is 3.75 x 2.75.

What started as a fun autumnal theme, took over and we did Christmas themed pincushions and now some Spring themed only cross stitch pincushions. Enjoy!

The pattern is stitched on 36 ct fabric using Hand dyed Floss with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 69 x 50. Finished size is 3.75 x 2.75.

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 about Birds on the Temple - Cross Stitch Pattern