The Walker Sisters was the book released at the Blackbird Designs Farewell Retreat held at Dyeing to Stitch in September 2024.
Hannah Walker - Aged 6 - 1814: Stitched on 36 ct fabric using Weeks Dye Works and Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count is 123w x 145h. Finished size is 6 7/8" x... Read more
"Farmhouse Sweet Farmhouse" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. Note from the designer: "This design is very personal to me, as I've included our beloved farmhouse, our gentle sheep Esther & Bobby, our black walnut trees, some cedar trees and our old rickety picket... Read more
Fetch your needle, be quick
There is stitching to do
This fine beauty might take you a while
It's so pleasant to stitch
Guaranteed to bewitch
It's a sampler with charm and great style
Soliloquy in Stitch is the Long Dog equivalent of "talking to... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Samplers And Primitives featuring an antique sampler design with flowers.
Pattern is stitched on your choice of aged/vintage neutral fabric with DMC, Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks, and Gentle Arts floss. Stitch count is 154 x 266. Finished size stitched on 28 ct is 11" x 19".
This pattern from By The Bay Needleart is the first in a new series called "Words of Wisdom". This design features the word "Simplicity" with a cute house.
The model was stitched on 28 ct. Springfield Sage Zweigart Lugana with DMC floss. The stitch count is 42 x 70 with a finished size of 3" x 5".
A MISCELLANY: A Collection of Seventeenth Century Canvas work Elements from the Natural World
The subjects in this needlework design are taken from a seventeenth century canvas work, formerly in the collection of The Scarlet Letter, consisting of nine panels stitched primarily in shades... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Scarlett House featuring an vintage inspired sampler design with the phrase "The rhythm of my needle gently as it goes making little switches sweetly as it sews".
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct. linen with Weeks Dye Works floss (includes DMC Conversion). Stitch count is 166 x 303. Finished size is 8.3" x 15.15".
Julia Rachel De La Mare, 1849, A Fuersney, Channel Island Sampler.
The Antique: This lovely vibrant sampler is in the style common to the time called Berlin Woolwork, named such after the printed patterns originating from Berlin where individual motifs such as florals, birds, the center... Read more
We don't know much for certain about Agnes. The one family that seems to ?t the the initials included in this sampler, does not have a child named Agnes. If this is truly the family that she lived with, then her sampler dates no later than 1793. It is possible that she is a niece or a ward to... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Scarlett House featuring an antique reproduction of a sampler, charted with original over one verse and includes an over two alternative also.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct. linen with Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss (includes DMC Conversion). Stitch count is 241 x 260. Finished size is 12" x 13".
Design your own family heirloom sampler using our basic chart and choose your own motifs from the selection we provide. Then decorate with your own personal "souvenirs" in the spaces provided. When completed you will have stitched a truly unique heirloom that will be treasured for... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring a lovely reproduction sampler with flowers!
Stitched on your choice of fabric using DMC or Classic Colorwork,Gloriana, and Au Ver a Soie threads. Stitch Count is 289 x 199. Finished size is 16.05 x 11.05 inches on 36 count fabric.
"Sepia Sampler" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. This sweet and simple sampler design inspired by vintage designs.
Stitched on 30ct Parchment linen from Weeks Dye Works using two strands of floss over two threads of linen, using all DMC threads. Stitch count is 82 x 121. Finished size is approx. 5.4" x 8".
"Basket of Cheer" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. Who doesn't love antique baskets, pine trees and folk art flowers at Christmas time?
Stitched on 36 ct. Parchment linen with DMC threads. Stitch count is 95 x 94. Finished size is approx. 5.5" x 6".
"Folk Bird Needlebook" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. A sweet little robin-bird on the cover, open up the book and her eggs will help you hold your needles!
Pattern is stitched on 30 ct linen using DMC threads. You will also need one piece of 5" x 5"... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Samplers And Primitives featuring an antique Christmas sampler design with the word "Noel".
Pattern is stitched on your choice of cream fabric with DMC, Gentle Arts, Classic Colorworks, and ThreadworX floss. Stitch count is 180 x 150. Finished size on 28 count is 12.86" x 10.71".
Previously a retreat exclusive, I reproduced this lovely little flower basket from a French antique needlepoint, adding a simple border.
Model stitched on 36-ct "French Pear" by Number12StitchCo (a soft green) using overdyes. Stitched with Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and... Read more
We are delighted to present to you a stunning sampler that was completed by Maria Wales Newson in the year 1838 when she was 13 years old. There is much to delight your eye and needle in this Bobby Dazzler.
Stitched on your choice of fabric using DMC threads. Stitch count is 295 x 413. Finished size is 22.39 x 28.94 inches for 36 count.
Our charming Victorian-inspired snowman scene by Sandy Orton brings a whimsical Old World touch to your home decor. This Merry Christmas picture design is a perfect companion to our Bygone Days Stocking and Nostalgic Christmas Stocking. It is snow much fun' to give this Christmas gift to someone who... Read more
Cross Stitch Nation by Heartstring Samplery features a row of vintage inspired people with the phrase "I belong to the cross stitch nation." written above.
Model stitched on your choice of 32 ct. linen using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts Sampler threads and Classic Colorworks floss (DMC Conversion included). Stitch Count: 200W x 83H. Finished Size: 13" x 6".
"Land of the free". All three stockings were stitched on 36 ct Vintage Meadow Rue using Weeks Dye Works floss. Each stocking is 49x124 including the outline, which serves only as a cutting guide and is not stitched.
Cross stitch pattern from Textilly Crafts featuring a vintage sewing machine!
The model was stitched on 32 ct. Fall Leaf Linen by Zweigart using 2 strands over 2. Stitch Count Pillow: 45 x 57. Stitch Count Fob: 19 x 24. Finished sizes are 2.8 x 3.6 and 1.2 x 1.5.
"Bee Keeper" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. A sweet little lady wearing a beehive for a skirt, standing under a bower of vines & bees. Underneath her feet read the words: Clover, Honey, Smoke, Sweet, Beeswax, Hive.
Stitched on 32 ct. vintage linen using DMC... Read more
This cross stitch pattern by Reflets De Soie is a recreation of a sampler by Marguerite Leduc, who had originally embroidered her antique marquoir in fir green, an unusual color for the time period. It has been presented here in a softer blue and the simple geometric frieze has been replaced with a... Read more
This design from October House Fiber Arts features holly, Christmas trees and "Merry Christmas."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Aspen linen from Weeks Dye Works with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 105x87. Finished size: 5.8" x 4.8".
Cross stitch pattern from Teresa Kogut featuring vintage Christmas Santa Claus with reindeer! Model stitched over 2 threads on 35 Ct. Tin Roof linen with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 110x86. Finished size: 6 1/4" x 5".
Cross stitch pattern from Scarlett House featuring an antique reproduction of a sampler from the "Wesleynn School".
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct. linen with Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss (includes DMC Conversion). Stitch count is 167 x 162. Finished size is 8.35" x 8.1".
Following the release of Mount Vernon 1761 comes the second in the continuing Patriotic Homes Series collaboration with Twin Peak Primitive. Peacefield 1788 depicts the home of John and Abigail Adams at Penn's Hill and Peacefield in Quincy, Massachusetts. This collection features the Peacefield 1788... Read more
Step back in time with Valerie, our latest cross-stitch design that exudes vintage elegance and sophistication. Valerie is dressed in a radiant scarlet gown, adorned with intricate floral accents and delicate lace details, perfectly capturing the charm of a bygone era. Her stylish wide-brimmed hat,... Read more
Cross stitch pattern by Quaint Rose Needle Arts that is a fun mash up of two antique samplers! With a stunning golden bird in the center surrounded by blue filigree.
Model stitched on 40 count linen using Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. the stitch count is 211w x 204h and the finished size is 10.55" x 10.2".
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
"Usefullness" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. A dapperly-dressed lady out for a stroll in her garden, but she grows 'different' things! Like spools of thread & tomato pincushions! Above her head the words read: "Of Female Arts in Useful-ness, the Needle far... Read more
"The Sowing Sampler" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. The verse reads, "My linen is my soil, my needle is my plow, my threads are my seeds, and my words do I sow".
Model shown stitched on 30 ct. Tin Roof linen from Weeks Dye Works using Gentle Arts threads one strand over two. Stitch count is 99 x 113. Finished size is 6.6" x 7.53".
"My Needle is Sharp" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. My Scissors are sharp and My Hands Swift", motifs include a basket of flowers and date. Also included on the graph is a specialty stitch: Eyelet Stitch.
Stitched on 32 ct. linen one strand over two using DMC threads. Stitch count is 125 x 52. Finished size is 7.81" x 3.25".
"Ann Fritz 1824" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. An original design made to look like an antique sampler.
Stitched on 30 ct. linen with one strand over two using Classic Colorworks and Gentle Arts or DMC floss. Stitch count is 131 x 131. Finished size is approximately 9" x 9".