The first book of its kind to be published, this collection of over one hundred charted reproductions of buildings from samplers and needlework of the seventeenth through the mid-nineteenth centuries fills a huge void in the body of sampler publications. It includes many photos of the finished... Read more
Collected from German, Italian, Scottish, Dutch, English, and American samplers, this book of alphabets takes off from where the previous edition, Alphabets from Early Samplers, ends. The alphabets have been fastidiously reproduced from samplers dating from 1530, to 1868. Over 80 alphabets are charted, as well as two complete alphabet samplers, one of them dating from 1725.
This is a very fine example of an early northern Dutch sampler called a letterndoek, or alphabet sampler. The illuminated letters are typical of northern Holland needleworks. Symbolic spot motifs include dogs, a stag, trees of life, and paired birds.
Celebrate American history with this bold patriotic design featuring a rustic-style flag and the dates 1776-2026. With its distressed flag effect and classic red, white, and blue palette, this striking pattern is perfect for honoring America's upcoming 250th anniversary.
Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring an antique sampler reproduction. Ellen's sampler brings to life a variety of flora and fauna that an 11-year-old might have observed in her surroundings back in 1870. You will delight in stitching the birds, dogs, and deer that join the plants,... Read more
A vintage sampler reproduction by NeedleWork Press from Isabella Hardy featuring beautiful red designs.
Stitched on Weeks Dyes Works "Linen" using Classic Colorworks floss. The stitch count is 108 x 99 and the finished size on 32 count fabric is 6.8" x 6.2".
Characteristically ornate illuminated alphabets are featured on this classic Scottish sampler. Other stylistic elements indicating its origin include the peacock with seven tail feathers and three rows of initials of the maker's family. The illuminated alphabets on this particular sampler are... Read more
Pattern by Jeannette Douglas featuring a fun drum design with flowers, bees, scissors, and more.
Stitched on 36 ct. Dolley Madison by Needle and Flax with Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss (includes DMC conversion). The stitch count is 326 x 46 with a finished size of 18.11" x 2.56".
Memorial Day was established on May 30, 1868 following the Civil War to honor fallen soldiers. It later evolved after World War I to honor all American military service members who died in war. This design is a small way to give honor to those who fought for our country and did not make it home.... Read more
The design is based on an antique piece in my collection from the late 1800s.
Model stitched on 36 count linen with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss (DMC conversion included). Finished as pillow with rick-rack trim. Stitch count is 89 x 57. Finished size is 5" x 3.2"
National Female Model School Sampler - Kildare Place, Dublin circa 1820
This pattern has 1 specialty stitch - the Satin Stitch. And the small alphabet at the top and the small letters at the bottom are stitched over 1 thread of linen.
Pattern is stitched on 46 ct. linen with 100/3 Au Ver a Soie silk floss. The stitch count is 96 x 147 and the finished size is 4.17" x 6.39".
This addition to the Tudor Menagerie series was inspired by medieval illuminated manuscripts. This features a red fox and a surround of bleeding heart flowers.
The model is stitched on 40 ct. linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 71 x 98 and the finished size is 3.55" x... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring a beautiful spring garden with birds.
The model is stitched on 36 ct. Baked Clay linen by Fox and Rabbit with one strand over two using Classic Colorworks (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 106 x 111 and the finished size is 5.9" x 6.2".
Model stitched over 2 threads on 46 Ct. Vintage Autumn Gold by Lakeside Linens with NPI Silk. Stitch Count:187 x 183 and the finished size is 8.13" x 7.96".
Cross stitch pattern from October House Fiber Arts featuring a comfortable place in your home to stitch!
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct. Winter White linen by Seraphim Fabrics using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works (conversions included). Stitch count is 161 x 41 and the finished size is 8.9" x 2.3".
Step back into the mid-19 century with this sampler, originally stitched on stitched in 1847 with wool on canvas.
Pattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice using Au Ver A Soie threads. Stitch count is 179 x 174. Finished size on 16/32 Ct. is 11.19" x 10.88".
Note from the designer, "We were so excited to discover this clever way to mark a sampler! Motifs are borrowed from an antique alphabet pattern book in our ephemera collection. The entire alphabet is included and can be mixed and matched to mark your initials or those of a friend."
We are so excited to recreate a well-used and tattered watch pocket that no doubt held a lady's watch from bygone days. A ribbon tab on the back of the antique likely was intended to be used to hang the stitched pocket from a display book. We did examine the inside of the antique, revealing some... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from From The Heart featuring a lovely bouquet of vintage flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 40 count linen using The Gentle Arts floss. Stitch count is 122 x 56, Mini: 31 x 21. Finished size is 6" x 2.8" and 1.5" x 1" (Mini).
One of the most intricate and detailed design that Ronnie has produced over his many years of designing Cross Stitch. A truly magnificent design that will enhance any setting capturing the celebration of the 250th year of our great country.
Pattern is stitched on 18 count Aida fabric using DMC threads.
Stitch count is 480w x 320h. Finished size
26.67 in wide X 17.78 in high.
Impossible to resist the charm of this delightful flower basket... Each petal seems to have been gathered at dawn, when the light still caresses the blossoms with infinite softness. Beneath your needle, spring comes to life stitch by stitch, in a tender and luminous harmony that instantly makes you... Read more
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
Although we have been unable to identify our sampler maker, she definitely knew her geography. Harriet accurately listed the states and territories of the date she stitched in her sampler. Even though the antique sampler is in a tattered state, we are especially happy to preserve Harriet's legacy by... Read more
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
Plant your garden with Linums Seed Packets from It's Sew Emma. Linums are not only a cheerful addition to any garden, but also a valuable plant, providing the beginnings of linseed oil and flaxseed for linen. In a calming shade of blue, this flower deserves a special place in your stitchy... Read more
Are you a little Too Hexie for your pincushion? Two sizing options for these sweet pincushions - the larger Hexie Bouquet Pincushion & the Maxi Hexie...so you can go smaller on the pincushion but bigger on the hexie!
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32ct Straw Linen from Weeks Dye Works... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Needlemade Designs featuring a vintage sampler with the phrase "Fear God and keep his commandments for this is the holy duty of man"!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Dirty Teacup from Needle and Flax using Soie d'Alger threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 239 x 299. Finished size is 11.95" x 14.95".
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
Cross stitch pattern from Samplers And Primitives featuring a beautiful rose sampler design.
Pattern is stitched on your choice of aged/vintage neutral fabric with DMC, Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks, and ThreadworX floss. The stitch count is 157 x 118 and the finished size is 11.21" x 8.43" on 28 count fabric.
This addition to the Tudor Menagerie series was inspired by medieval illuminated manuscripts. This features a lovely white gyrfalcon and a surround of pansies and violets in shades of evening.
The model is stitched on 40 ct. Dusk linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 71 x 98 and the... Read more
As children, we all had a treasure box, didn't we? We'd put our most cherished possessions inside - our memories, secrets, loves, everything precious. Every time we felt pain, seeing what we'd put inside would surprise us and bring us even more joy.
The Keepsake Box Set was designed to be... Read more
Quilting Bee by The Blue Flower features a large ornate bumblebee design reminiscent of a vintage quilt design.
Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Sheep's Straw Linen using Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Classic Colorworks (includes DMC conversion). The stitch count is 133W x 110H and the finished design size is 7" x 6".
I am pleased to introduce a new pattern! A French redwork marking sampler stitched by Rosalie Amphoux Vauvert. I love it for its small size and simple alphabets and numbers, some worked rather plainly and others quite prettily.
Pattern was stitched on 36 Alabaster from Weeks Dye Works using The Gentle Arts floss. Stitch count is 127w x 130h. Finished size is 7"w x 7.25"h.
A simple charting of Isaiah 58:6-11, the powerful words inspire a life devoted to Justice for those in need. This chart's profits benefit a particular charity: A21 is a global organization dedicated to rescuing and restoring the lives of human trafficking victims.
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
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".
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Vintage Pecan Butter from Lakeside Linens using Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 79 x 116. Finished size is 4" x 6".
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Raw Natural linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads, Weeks Dye Works floss and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 145x157.
Please note: To achieve a variegated look for Cottage Blue for a DMC conversion use both 3752/932, for Dried Thyme use... Read more
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