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
Kit comes with 40-count Country Mocha Newcastle linen, Bohin size 28 needle, one yard each six Sampler Threads colors, four exclusive stickers, ten Holey Moleys, and a floss ring. Holey Moleys do not come punched, so the stitcher can purpose them as they see fit.
It's a classic for a reason - there's no place like home! This modern cross stitch design features a cozy little cottage nestled in a valley of wildflowers, with trees flanking its sides and mountains with fluffy clouds in the background. A winding rock path leads up to the door, and the words... Read more
On the back of this framed antique, was found a very aged handwritten note: "This Sampler was worked by Mary Coleby of Kelvedon, Essex when Eleven years of age at Ackworth School Yorkshire. Born 1792 - married in 1814 to Edward Gripper of Layer Breton Hall, Essex - had thirteen children - died... Read more
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
This Plum Street Sampler design features lots of colorful flowers and the saying "I have gathered your heart to mine."
The model was stitched on 36 Ct. Milk & Honey by Fiber on a Whim with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks & DMC floss. Stitch Count: 98W x 170H. Finished Size: 5.44w x 9.44h.
This cross stitch design from Puntini Puntini features a bookcase with plants and books with the phrase "A house is not a home without books and plants"!
Stitched on 32 ct Summer Khaki Belfast Zweigart linen with DMC threads. Stitch Count is 83W x 123H. Finished size is 5.19 in wide X 7.69 in high.
A Reproduction of a sampler from Israel Township, Preble County, Ohio
The pattern was stitched on 40 count Zweigart Newcastle, color - Platinum using NPI silks. Stitch Count: 298 high x 251 wide. Finished size: 11.9" high x 11.7" wide
Cross stitch pattern from Jeannette Douglas featuring two Christmas dots for March!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct linen using Hand dyed Floss with DMC conversion. (Will also need Roxy Floss Co. Butterscotch thread). Stitch count is 31 x 31 each. Finished size is 1.72 x 1.72 each
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.
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.
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
My Vintage ABCs of Christmas Book is a compilation inspired by my previously released Vintage Christmas Alphabet Ornament series. In the book, you will find a big design of all of the ornaments combined, named The Vintage ABCs of Christmas. The ornament designs have been modified a bit to fit the... 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".
Cross stitch pattern from Lucy Beam featuring a lovely house on spools!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Parchment from Weeks Dye Works using Gentle Art threads. Stitch Count is 31 x 69. Finished size is 1.94 in wide X 4.31 in high.
I'm obsessed with Santa ornaments in cute shapes: moons, stars, circles or squares. I decided to try designing my own version and Santa Claus as a square turned out so cute that I had to make a Mrs. Claus and Frosty to keep him company on the Christmas tree!
Cross stitch pattern from Little Robin Designs featuring a lovely, fancy sampler!
Pattern is stitched on 40ct Fiber on a Whim 'Affogato' linen using Needlepoint Inc threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 276 x 366. Finished size is 13.8" x 18.3".
Cross stitch pattern from Little Robin Designs featuring a lovely French home on the river!
Pattern is stitched on 40ct linen using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 114w x 103h. Finished size is 5.7" x 5.15".
Cross stitch pattern from Lindy Stitches featuring a bowl of pears with the phrase "What good shall I do this day"!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Persimmon from Fiber on a Whim using Dinky Dyes, Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss with a DMC conversion. Stitch count 89 x 109. Finished Size: 5.6 x 6.8.
Cross stitch pattern from Lindy Stitches featuring the endangered Amur Leopard! Stitch this and learn more about the species on the back of the pattern!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Silver Moon linen using DMC, Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count 107 x 107. Finished Size: 6.7 x 6.7.