AK 1885 is a reproduction of an antique sampler. With this sampler, I decided to do something a little different and use The Gentle Arts Simply Wool Thread. I discovered that this is a wonderful fiber to work with. You do not need to separate the plies in this thread. Use it as it comes off the... Read more
The motifs I'ved used in Gardens of Saxony are drawn from the large German antique sampler I reproduced, CRS 1713. There are so many wonderful motifs on CRS 1713 that they deserve their own (much smaller!) sampler! This also gives the stitcher a chance to stitch these wonderful designs if they feel... Read more
Jan Hicks creates the design "CRS 1713", an antique sampler from the Saxon region of Germany. The original stitcher is known by the initials CRS.
Jan has released the sampler in three parts, making the stitching process manageable. The total stitch count for all three parts is 160 x 874.
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Rose Lejeune 1900 is a reproduction of an antique French Sampler. Rose was 12 years old when she finished stitching this sampler on June 24, 1900. She loved the color pink, and that color shines in this sampler! While the pink I chose from Cottage Garden Threads isn't quite as bright as what... Read more
CRS 1713 is done! What a ride! Part 4 consists of fun borders and small alphabets. Part 4 is a lot smaller than the previous two parts and stitches up very quickly.
Pattern is stitched on Mason Linen Antique Button Med. Dark 46 ct. Stitch count is 160 x 193. The overall stitch count for the entire piece is 160 x 874. Finished size is 7 x 8.4 for 46 count fabric.
The Summer Meadow Sampler is bursting with flowers, bugs and birds - all of the beautiful bits of nature one can find in a summer meadow. Stitched on a "dirt-colored" fabric, this sampler will bring these beautiful parts of nature into your home.
The Kaleidoscope Sampler (With bonus chart - Firework Sampler) features mandalas, borders and alphabets in bright, fresh colors with black as the color pop. Stitched entirely in DMC, this is an easy design to kit up for your customers. The Fireworks version has some small changes to the design, as... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Kitty and Me featuring beautiful poinsettia blossoms and blue berries!
Model stitched over 2 on 28 ct antique white evenweave fabric with DMC thread and Kreinik #4 braid. Stitch Count: 88w x 272h. Finished size: 6 1/4" x 19 3/8". Designed by Pamela Kellogg.
Cross stitch pattern from Kitty and Me featuring the sentiment "If ever two were one, then surely we!" accompanied by an elegant blue butterfly and yellow and purple flowers!
Model stitched over two on 28 count white lugana fabric with DMC floss and Kreinik #4 braid. Stitch count: 98w x 142h. Finished size: 7" x 10.125". Designed by Pamela Kellogg.
Cross stitch pattern from Kitty and Me featuring the scripture "Do not grow weary in well doing, for in due season ye shall reap." - Galatians 6:9.
Stitched over 2 on 28 count vintage evenweave with your choice of The Gentle Art sampler threads or DMC floss. Stitch count: 98w x 144h. Finished size: 7" x 10.25". Designed by Pamela Kellogg.
Cross stitch pattern from Kitty and Me featuring a bird, flowers, and bible verse "joy cometh in the morning - Psalm 30:5"
Model stitched over 2 threads on 28 ct. Vintage Evenweave with Gentle Art thread (or all DMC 471, 834, 3021, 920, 590, 712, 310, 469). Stitch Count: 100w x 147h. Finished size: 7 1/8" x 10 1/2". Designed by Pamela Kellogg
Cross stitch pattern from Kitty and Me featuring bird, flowers, and civil war quote "a house divided against itself cannot stand - Abraham Lincoln"
Model stitched over 2 threads on 28 ct. Vintage Lugana with Gentle Art thread (or all DMC 3348, 3841, 334, 223, 310, 3802, 3347). Stitch Count: 104w x 151h. Finished size: 7 1/8" x 10 3/4". Designed by Pamela Kellogg
Cross stitch pattern from Kitty and Me featuring the phrase "1 Corinthians 13. But now abideth faith, hope, love, these three: and the greatest of these is love"!
Recommended fabric is 28ct Cream Lugana. Model stitched with DMC floss. Stitch count: 101w x 151h. Designed by Pamela Kellogg.
Years and years ago, I designed a piece called Pennsylvania Pinwheel. It was a Carriage House samplings design and a few months ago I saw a photo of it on someone's blog and loved the motion I saw in the design. I just had to recreate that feeling!
The sampler version of this design is... Read more
I found these sweet small frames at my local Michael's Store about a year ago and knew they needed samplers. I immediately posted a photo of them on Instagram encouraging stitchers to grab them up. I hope many of them did! In November I designed these sweet birth samplers and love how they look... Read more
I've been wanting to do a small sampler with an antique look and finally did it!
The sampler is stitched on 40-Count Sapphire linen from Fiber on a Whim using Needlepoint Silks. Stitch count is 77 x 63. Finished size is 3.85" x 3.15".
Note from the designer: Since I'm now a resident of Baltimore County, Maryland, it felt totally appropriate that I design a Baltimore Album Quilt Sampler. This was such a fun piece to design! It took lots of research and the more I researched the more I loved the entire concept!
Honor the vows a couple make to each other on their wedding day with a simple floral sampler. The happy couple will be delighted to receive such a lovely reminder of their love. Full color image, chart, DMC floss color guide, general instructions / stitch guide and alphabet for personalization.... Read more
Good friends are the perennials in the garden of life. The road to a friend's house is never long. Butterflies and flowers highlight this tender message that is written between letters of the alphabet. This chart pack comes with full color image, easy-to-read chart and a list of DMC floss color numbers. Stitch Count 149w X 188h. Design stitched on 14 Count White Aida.
Flowers lovers everywhere will love this Floral Band Sampler. It is stitched in beautiful colors with attention to details such as branches and twigs. The band sampler makes a stunning bell pull and would fit nicely on a tall narrow wall space. Each chart pack comes with a full color image, chart,... Read more
One of Thomas Taneyhill's finest and most realistic depictions of birds ever created at Kooler Design Studio. This design will appeal to birder watchers everywhere. From the tiny hummingbird to the haunting egret, these seven birds are beautiful to behold. The chart is in full color with DMC floss... Read more
Home is where your garden grows in this Home Sweet Home sampler. It's a different take on more traditional samplers. It would make a thoughtful gift for a loved one with a "Green Thumb". Each chart pack comes with a full color image, chart, DMC floss color guide, and general directions. This... Read more
A classic delft blue scene is reminiscent of Holland and their many windmills and waterways. A lower case alphabet tops this charming design with a larger upper case alphabet below. The Windmill Sampler would look wonderful in a kitchen or breakfast nook.
A garden of delights awaits you while stitching this cheerful garden theme alphabet sampler. Butterflies and flowers bloom in every letter. Pattern includes an alphabet to personalize the quilt style square in the middle to show who's the gardener in your world.
12 Country ornaments, each a tiny sampler in its own right, are gathered together into one charming collection. Santa feels right at home surrounded by blackbirds, checks and hearts galore. These delightful ornaments will enhance any country decor.
Each chart pack comes with a full color... Read more
If stitching full size traditional quilt blocks seems too daunting, try stitching 12 tiny quilt block designs instead. These adorable and charming little square motifs fit the seasons and each month of the year and look fabulous as a grouping consisting of all twelve. They would also make great... Read more
A beautifully designed and detailed flower for each month of the year is depicted in this charming quilt-like sampler. These flowers can be used as a complete sampler as shown or individually on bookmarks, ornaments, small frames or on hand towels. The classic botanical style is timeless and will... Read more
Twelve tiny teapots to celebrate the year are included in this adorable collection of designs. These charming little motifs fit the seasons and each month of the year and look fabulous as a grouping consisting of all twelve. They would also make great birthday gifts, stitched up on cards, bookmarks... Read more
Kooler Design Studios take on the classic Americana band sampler in a style more sophisticated than primitive. This subtle design by Deanna Hall West has soft tones of gold, green and teal which will fit into today's decor. A full 18 1/4" long on 14 count fabric when finished.
We always say "Love makes a house a home" and this charming Bless Our Home Sampler by designer Barbara Baatz Hillman is filled "chock a block" with adorable little houses of every size and style. The variety of homes illustrated include a tee pee, lighthouse, castle and log cabin.... Read more
Our most ornate and detailed family tree theme samplers by designer Sandy Orton will be an heirloom for generations to come. This would be perfect for a wedding couple to start their lives together. Dozens of Classic Americana style motifs are perfectly melded together into a beautiful sampler.... Read more
Our cheerful South of the Border Sampler will take you back to sunny Mexico and all of its lovely crafts and culture. Traditional Mexican motifs run throughout this detailed sampler and the use of black fabric makes it striking design to decorate your home. Stitch Count: 155w X 194h. Finished size 14 Ct: 11-1/8w X 13-7/8h in. Design stitched on 14 Count Black Aida. Design by Linda Gillum.
Old McDonald's Farm Sampler has long been out of print and is one of our most requested samplers. He's back with Mrs. McDonald and all of the animals named in the famous children's song. Eeh eye eeh eye oh! Stitch Count: 147w X 192h. Finished size 14 Ct: 10-1/2w X 13-3/4h in. Design stitched on 14 Count White Aida. Design by Sandy Orton.
Our Folk Art Christmas Sampler is packed full of every Christmas motif you can think of. This country folk art style design by Barbara Baatz Hillman will be an heirloom for generations to come. Peace, Love, Noel, Santa's and Snowmenthese little motifs can be used separately on small projects or all... Read more
Give your children these two things, one is roots and the other wings. The perfect sentiment for a close and bonded family. This beautiful and brightly colored design of ornate borders in band sampler style by Barbara Baatz Hillman is a delight to look at and will be a cherished heirloom for years... Read more
Happy Halloween says it all in this fun and funky vertical sampler by designer Linda Gillum. Witches, bats, jack o' lanterns and a full moon fill this spooky scene. This cheerful design will delight and brighten your home every autumn as Halloween approaches. 14 count, 5-3/8" X 11-1/8", 76 X 156 in stitches
Model stitched on 14 Count White Aida
This classic sampler by Sandy Orton, titled Speak To The Earth has been highly sought after and we are pleased to be bringing it back by popular demand. This detailed and delightful sampler features fish, fowl and many of God's creatures depicting the classic quote from Job 12:7, 8, which declares... Read more
Add this nautical piece to your wall decor at your seaside home or cabin! Stitch Count 173 w X 134 h, Finished size on 14-ct, 12-1/4" X 9-1/2"
Design stitched on 14 Count White Aida
Sun, Moon, Zodiac -- Signs of all that is right in your world of astrology. Stitch Count 145w X 138h. Finished Size 10-1/3" X 9-3/4". Model stitched on 14 Count White Aida.
'B' For Baby's Birth Announcement! 'B'eloved 'B'aby wears 'B'ooties; chases 'B'unnies; plays with 'B'alloons; 'B'locks and 'B'ears; and 'B'ears take a 'B'ath of 'B'ubbles. Stitch Count 173w X 130h. Finished size on 14-ct 12-1/4" X 9-1/4". Model stitched on 14 Count White Aida.
This glorious and detailed lily sampler, with many specialty stitches, has been a sought after design by sampler fans. It brings the timeless beauty of nature to your home. Add a touch of organic appeal to any room with this challenging, heirloom design. Don't forget to check out the rest Sandy... Read more