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.
Cross stitch pattern from Calico Confectionery featuring a simple "Merry Yule" wish and stag ornament. Old-timey lettering looks nice with antique and prim decor.
Pattern is stitched on 14 ct Tea-Dyed aida using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 159 x 31.
Note from the designer: "This design was formerly a shop exclusive, but has been reformatted to include instructions for stitching both the Vintage and the Black versions in one chart. The two charts were not originally interchangeable because although most of the colors and symbols were the... Read more about This Happy Morning - Cross Stitch Pattern
"Always be a lighthouse. Shine your beacon light, guide every soul adrift at sea throughout their darkest night"
Model stitched on 18 Ct. Light Spooky Hollow by Fabric Flair with DMC floss and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 132 x 140. Finished size: 7 1/4" x 7 3/4".
"Blessed are the meek. Blessed are the merciful. Blessed are the pure in heart. Blessed are the peacemakers." Designs are charted individually.
Stitch count for each one is approximately 73 x 73. Finished size on 28 Ct. fabric is 5 1/4" x 5 1/4". Models stitched on fabric of your choice with Classic Colorworks floss.
"Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass - it's about learning to dance in the rain". Model stitched over 2 threads on 30 Ct. Natural (or Portobello) linen with Classic Colorworks floss, Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 129W x 51H. Finished size:... Read more about Dance in the Rain (with Charm, beads & Bonus Pattern)
Cross stitch pattern from Shannon Christine featuring a Halloween theme and the phrase "Witch way the to candy? Happy Halloween."
Model stitched on 14 ct fabric of your choice using DMC floss, Kreinik braid, and Mill Hill beads. Stitch count is 50 x 50. Finished size is 3.5" x 3.5".
Let's Talk Winter by Hands on Design is inspired by traditional chalkboard signs. Featuring Christmas and holiday themed words and phrases, everything from "Warm Winter Wishes" to "Snow Day" and "Blizzard".
"Dream a little dream with me." Model stitched on fabric of your choice with any one color of floss. If stitching on an 18 Ct. Aida (or 36 Ct. Linen), with a single thread, you will need approximately 56.6 meters of 6 ply thread. Stitch Count: 209x285.
The dictionary states that when something is "spangled" it's been spritzed up, spruced up and made more colourful. They were right on all three counts as far as this sampler is concerned and they didn't even bother to mention being covered in stars to boot.
Pattern by Silver Creek Samplers featuring a woman wearing a beautiful dress of autumnal leaves with the sentiment, "She wears a dress of scarlet red and orange leaves from over head that sparkle with a frosty glow, soon buried in a Winter snow."
"The color of Springtime is in the flowers, the color of Winter is in the imagination." Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Flagstone Linen using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler Threads, and Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 228W x 163H. Design Size: 11" x 8".
Coordinating Zappy Dots Needle Nanny has been discontinued.
"We would be together and have our books, and at night be warm in our bed together with the windows open and the stars bright."
Model stitched on 32 Ct. Mint by Pictute This Plus using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler Threads and DMC floss. Stitch count is 181W x 161H.
Pattern by Cuore E Batticuore featuring a spooky good design with Halloween themed imagery and the words, "Every Witch Loves Halloween and Cross-Stitch".
Model stitched over two on 35 Ct. Antique White color aged with coffee using DMC floss. Stitch count: 210W x 240H. Finished size: 12" x 14".
Reprint of a pattern by Prairie Schooler featuring three fun sampelr designs for the summer!
Models all stitched on 32 Ct. Light Natural Linen using two strands over two threads of DMC floss. Maximum stitch count 181 x 84 and the maximum finished size is 11.31" x 5.25".
"As I care for my patients today, be there with me O Lord, I pray. Make my words kind, it means so much, and in my hands place your healing touch. Let your love shine through all that I do so those in need may hear and feel you."
"1 for sorrow, 2 for mirth, 3 for a wedding, 4 for a birth, 5 for silver, 6 for gold, 7 for a secret, not to be told. 8 for heaven and 9 for hell, 10 for the devil's own sel." (NOTE: the word "sel." in the last omen means "select" or "selection".)
Pattern by La D Da featuring the prayer, "Now I lay me down to sleep. I pray the Lord my soul to keep. Angels guard me through the night & keep me safe 'til morning light."
Model stitched on 40 count Antique Cotton Linen with Gentle Art Sampler Threads. The stitch count is 104W x 144H and the finished size is 5.2" x 7.2".
"If you can start the day without caffeine, if you can resist boring people with your troubles, if you can eat the same food every day and be grateful for it. If you can understand when your loved ones are too busy to give you any time, if you can take criticism and blame without resentment, if... Read more about Dog Bone Wisdom - Cross Stitch Pattern
This whimsical year-round scene was stitched on 19 Ct. Antique Ivory Cork Linen using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts Sampler Threads and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 57 x 157 and the finished size is 3.17" x 8.72" on 18 count.
Models stitched on 36ct. Vintage Basketweave and 40ct. Vintage Meadow Rue using Needlepoint Inc Silks. Stitch count for Nevermore!: 96 x 54, Welcome: 83 x 50 and Take One: 53 x 38.
Pattern by Sue Hillis featuring a cute Happy Valentines Day themed design with hearts, doves, and more!
Model stitched on 14 Ct. Antique White Aida or 28 Ct. Antique White Lugana with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 123H x 94W and the finished size is 8.79" x 6.71" on 28 ct.
Model stitched over two threads on 32 Ct. Linen of your choice with Gentle Arts Sampler Threads and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count: 64W x 80H. Design Size: 4" x 5"
"A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step." Model stitched on 30 Ct. Gray linen with Weeks Dye Works, DMC floss, and Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 273W x 60H. Design Size: 18" x 4" Comes with buttons.
"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 130 x 121. Finished Size: 10" x 9"
"Bees in the garden, sheep in the dell, flowers in the meadow - be still, all is well." Model stitched on 30 Ct. Parchment by Weeks Dye Works with Gentle Art Sampler Threads, Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 106 x 124. Cut Size: 13 x 17. Shown with buttons from The Bee Company
Part two of the Less = More Series! "Whine Less, Breathe More." Model stitched over two threads on 28 Ct. Lambswool linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Includes beads and heart charm. Stitch Count: 85W x 90H. If stitching entire series, model was stitched on 32... Read more about Less = More - Whine Less Breathe More - Cross Stitch
Part four of the Less = More Series! "Hate less, Love more". Model stitched on 28 count Lambswool linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Includes beads and heart charm. Stitch count is 85W x 92H. If stitching entire series, model was stitched on 32 Ct. Lambswool Linen - Stitch Count: 91W x 348H. See LizzieKate.com for the free border and instructions
Part 3 of the 3 Little Words Series: "You've Got this! Be You Bravely." Individual model stitched on 32 Ct. Lambswool linen with Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 82W x 45H. If stitching the entire 7 part series as one piece, the stitch count is 95W x 388H. See LizzieKate.com for the free border and instructions.
Part 5 of the 3 Little Words Series: "Never Give Up. Make it Happen." Individual model stitched on 32 Ct. Lambswool linen with Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss. Comes with tiny button. Stitch Count: 81W x 41H. If stitching the entire 7 part series as one piece, the stitch count is 95W x 388H. See LizzieKate.com for the free border and instructions.