Wash. Dry. Fold. Repeat. Sound familiar? Not sure how much time you spend in your laundry room... I felt the need to make it a place to enjoy spending time in.
The verse on this sampler is from "O Christmas Tree" a German Christmas song written in 1824 by Ernst Anschutz. This song was based off a 16th century Silesian Folksong by Melchior Franck called Ach Tannenbaum. Third in the series of samplers with lots of fun stitches.
"How good is God to me Though he denies me wealth He gives me still a greater gift The precious gift of health My health I would devote To spread his praise abroad And would my youthful powers employ To love and serve my God". Sarah stitched this piece when she was 12 years old.
"Immortal made what should we mind So much as Immortality we beings for a heaven designed what but a heaven our care should be". Yes, this sampler is large... but such a joy to stitch. this is a stunning English sampler from 1803 done in muted colors.
This is an outstanding sampler with the verse "Jesus permit thy gracious name to stand As the first effort of an infants hand And while her fingers oer the canvas move Engage her tender heart to seek thy love With the dear children may she have a part And write thy name thyself upon her... Read more
"There is always music amongst the trees in the garden, but our hearts
must be very quiet to hear it."by Minnie Aumonier 1865-1952. First in the series of samplers with lots of fun stitches to enjoy!
This sampler was brought to me by Stephanie Jirak of Lincoln University, PA. She is the Great Great Great Granddaughter of Nancy Anne Cassell. The family history is included in the chart.
"Hope is the thing with feathers That perches in the soul And sings the tunes without the words And never stops at all" Emily Dickinson 1830-1886. Fourth in the series of samplers with lots of fun stitches.
"Why this in haste sweet boy so soon To go. And leave in tears thy weeping Friends below. Some heavenly voice Dear object of their love calld hence
Thy soul to dwell in realms above Scarce hadst thou learnt the good from
All to know Nor yet had drank the Bitter cup of woe. When heaven ordaind... Read more
"Teach me to feel another's woe To hide the fault I see That mercy I to others show That mercy show to me." The saying on this sampler was written by Alexander Pope (1688-1744) who is considered to be one of the greatest English poets of the 18th century. Sarah stitched this sampler on 50 count linen and it was perfectly executed.
"The Miracle" by L.H. Bailey, "Yesterday the twig was brown and bare
Today the glint of green is there, Tomorrow will be leaflets spare, I know no thing so wondrous fair, No miracle so strangely rare, I wonder what will next be there".
"One can no more approach people without love than one can approach bees without care" Leo Tolstoy 1828-1910. This piece is charted for cross stitch but instructions for a variety of stitches are included to stitch the bee skep and flowers.
"Lord what is life tis like a flower That blofsoms and is gone We see it flourish for an hour With all its beauty on". This sampler is dated December 24, 1834. I was told this sampler was a Christmas gift to Louisa's parents. Louisa was 9 years old when she completed this brightly colored beauty.
This sampler can either be done in mainly cross stitch (there are a couple of stitches in the alphabet but even those could be done in cross stitch) or have fun playing and fill in with Stem Stitch. I love the look of Stem Stitch, it is kind of like painting with thread. "Lord what is... Read more
"Few to good breeding make a just pretence Good breeding is the blossom of good sense. The last result of an accomplished mind. With outward grace the bodys virtue joined". I love the bands and motifs Mary Ann used in this sampler. The colors in this sampler are beautiful... the mix of blue and coral is outstanding.
Cross stitch pattern from Pansy Patch Quilts and Stitchery featuring the second design in The Houses on Stitchery lane series. This house is a cute white house with pink trim.
Stitched on 36 ct. linen with Roxy Floss Co overdyed floss (includes WDW/CC/GA conversion), stitched one over... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from The Woolly Ewe featuring a saltbox April design. This is one of 12 in the monthly Patchwork Saltbox series.
Model stitched on 32 Count Putty Linen from Weeks Dye Works using the Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch count is 88 x 88. Finished size is 5.5" x 5.5".
Cross stitch pattern from Waxing Moon Designs featuring a lovely saltbox home surrounded by beautiful spring flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 28ct. Beautiful Beige Linen using Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss with one DMC thread. Stitch count is 89w X 105h. Finished size is 6 1/4"w X 7 1/2"h on 14 count.
Cross stitch pattern from Stitching With The Housewives featuring the word Welcome! This new swappable design will let you display the fun pattern all year around, simply swap out the letter O for each season. This set includes four fun themed wreaths for January through April.
"Believe. Those who plant a garden believe tomorrow"!
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Antique White Lugana using DMC threads and Stoney Creek buttons (not listed) . Stitch count is 108w X 136h. Finished size 7.71 in wide X 9.71 in high.
The Wanda's Garden Path cross stitch pattern is part of the Gathered from the Garden series. If you enjoy stitching this design, be sure to come back and check out the Watermelon and The Garden Perch cross stitch designs, which will be out Summer 2026! This square pattern would also make a cute... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Three Sheep Studio featuring a lovely vintage sampler with a basket of flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Old Gold from Fiber on a Whim using Weeks Dye Works threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 153w x 183h. Finished size is 8.5" x 10.17".
Cross stitch pattern from Keslyn's featuring beautiful vintage Dahlias!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct linen using Valdani threads(Valdani not listed: 191, S153, JP9, S1, and S201). 123Stitch DMC conversion listed. Stitch count is 112 x 162. Finished size is 5.6" x 8.1".
Waiting patiently for those fall bulbs to bloom in the spring. Full stitches with some backstitching for detail. Charted with DMC. 13 Different motifs to be stitched together or used separately for smaller projects.
Pattern is stitched on 14ct Latte Aida fabric using DMC threads.
Stitch count is 97w x 97h. Finished size 6.93 in wide X 6.93 in high
Floral motis and a border are featured in this sunny, full stitch garden-inspired piece.
Pattern is stitched on 28ct Coffee stain aida Cedar River Linen, using Classic Colorworks threads with DMC thread conversion.
Stitch count is 105w x 105h. Finished size is 7.5" x 7.5".
Cross stitch pattern from Keslyn's featuring beautiful vintage roses!
Stitch count is 45w x 31h. When stitched on 40 count fabric, using one strand of floss over two fabric threads, the finished size measures 2.25" H x 1.55" W.
Spring means rebirth and fresh flowers which bring all the snails. Hourglasses define time and with time comes the cycle of life and death. This pattern brings that all together in a coxy yet spooky way.
Pattern is stitched on 32 Count Riviera Olive Linen using DMC threads. Stitch count is 69w x 113h. Finished size is 4.3" x 7.1" for 32 count fabric.
Cross stitch pattern from Pansy Patch Quilts and Stitchery featuring the first design in The Houses on Stitchery lane series. This house is a large blue home with pink windows and floral.
Stitched on 36 ct. linen with Roxy Floss Co overdyed floss (includes WDW/CC/GA conversion), stitched... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Tiny Modernist featuring a raven king holding a stitched heart on a spool of thread with the word "love". Includes three designs, the main design, a smaller hand with a heart, and a basket of hearts.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Linen or 28 Ct. Jobelan... Read more
Two charming robins share a rainy-day stroll beneath a cheerful umbrella in this sweet piece with a springtime rhyme. This is the fourth in the WordyBirds series, stitched in early spring lavenders, blues, and greens.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 117 x 71 and the finished size is 7.3" x 4.4".
April is ready to celebrate Easter and the spring sunshine! This little sheep is the April addition to The Shepherd's Year series.
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct. linen using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works threads (includes DMC conversion). The stitch count is 63 x 78 and the finished size is 3.5" x 4.33".
May is all about flowers, butterflies and bees!This little sheep is the May addition to The Shepherd's Year series.
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct. Linen by Weeks Dye Works with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works floss (DMC conversion included). Stitch count is 63 x 78 and the finished size is 3.5" x 4.33".
Simple florals and soft colors come together in this tender sampler celebrating the enduring bond of family.
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Vellum linen by Picture This Plus with DMC and Weeks Dye Works floss (includes DMC conversion). The stitch count is 100 x 52 and the finished size is 5.6" x 2.9".
Pattern by Antique Needleworkers featuring cute small floral designs.
Stitched on 36 count linen with Classic Colorworks, and Weeks Dye Works floss. The Needlebook has a stitch count of 79 x 40 with a finished size of 4.39" x 2.22". The Scissor Fob has a stitch count of 27 x 19 with a finished size of 1.5" x 1.06".