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".
Included in the pattern booklet are charts for the antique reproduction, a sewing roll inspired by the sampler, and a cute little "humbug" pin cushion. The sampler is a large 235 x 376, but inside the cover is a QR code that will take the stitcher to a revised smaller size as well as a bonus... Read more
This sampler is an ode to the classic mourning samplers of old, complete with a weeping Willow tree and cemetery urn, but wit's a modern twist, incorporating references to many favorite authors, movies, and science fiction television shows.
The model is stitched on 32 count Cocoa from... Read more
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".
Cross stitch pattern from Heartstring Samplery featuring a lovely pattern with the phrase "No such thing as too many scissors"
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Oaken by Picture This Plus using Classic Colorworks and Gentle Arts threads.
Stitch Counts:
For The Love Of Floss 109... Read more
"Perfect love casteth out fear - I wish I was a little seed, I'd grow & grow & grow, I'd twine myself around your heart & never let you go".
Model stitched on 35 Ct. Cream Linen with Gentle Arts Sampler Threads, and Weeks Dye Works thread. Stitch count is 201 x 228. Finished Size: 12" x 14"
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
Model is stitched on 36 count Patriot's Brew by R&R Reproductions using Classic Colorworks, DMC and Weeks Dye Work threads. Lady Dot Creates needed Brick House Pom Pom. Stitch count 83w x 79h.
Cross stitch pattern from Heartstring Samplery featuring a sampler with the phrase "Our hearts are stitched together"!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Flannel Flowers from Fox and Rabbit using NPI silks with mini vanilla rick rack from Lady Dot Creates. Stitch count is 80w x 80h.
Cross stitch pattern from Heartstring Samplery featuring a sampler with the phrase "The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures he leadeth me beside the still waters."!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Vintage Country Mocha using DMC and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 176w x 185h.
Cross stitch pattern from Heartstring Samplery featuring a sampler with Christmas motifs!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 153w x 127h. Finished size is approx. 8.5 in wide X 7.06 in high.
Model stitched with one thread over two on 20 Ct. Straw linen by Weeks Dye Works with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art Simply Wool & Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 182x224. Finished size: 18.2" x 22.4".
"A house isn't a home without the ineffable contentment of a cat with her tail folded about her feet." Model stitched over 2 threads on 30 Ct. Abecedarian with Classic Colorworks floss, Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 173x134. Design Size: 12" x 9"
"All I'm saying is that you've never seen me crying and eating tacos at the same time." Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Cocoa using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler Threads, and Classic Colorworks (or all DMC floss 924, 436, 356, 221, 3364, 680, 3818, Ecru, 939, 3064, 3834, 730, 3778, 3829, 3768, 935). Stitch Count: 205W x 171H. Design Size: 11" x 9"
Cross stitch pattern from Heartstring Samplery featuring a sampler with the phrase "Be pleased to smile on thins my small endeavor"!
Tray and Needlebook was stitched on 32 ct. linen while Drum was stitched on 36 ct using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works and DMC thread. Stitch count for Tray is 93 x 82 and 180 x 71 for Drum.
This design from Heartstring Samplery features a stone house, floral border and "Dear old world, you are very lovely and I am glad to be alive in you."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Up in the Attic linen from Fox and Rabbit with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 247x215
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".
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"
"My funny Valentine, sweet comic Valentine, you make me smile with my heart. Stay little Valentine stay." Model stitched on 36 Ct. Sand Linen by Picture This Plus with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 125x333. Design Size: 7" x 19"
"When I'm worried and I can't sleep, I count my blessings instead of sheep." Model stitched with one thread over two on 28 Ct. Wren by Picture this Plus using Classic Colorworks. Frame was thrifted and refinished by designer. Stitch count 130x121. Design Size: 10" x 9"
"We were more precious each to each other than any thing. Mary H Feilden - John W Whittaker Feniscowles Hall 1824." Model stitched on 32 Ct. Heartstring Blend linen by R&R Reproductions with Weeks Dye Works floss, Classic Colorworks floss, and Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 253x183. Design Size: 16" x 12"
Model stitched on 32 Ct. Winter Brew Linen by R&R Reproductions with Weeks Dye Works Thread, Gentle Art Sampler Threads, and Classic Colorworks Thread (or DMC floss 829, 842, 840, 3371, 730, 420, 611, 3021, and 355). Stitch Count: 195 x 195. Design Size: 12" x 12"