Note from the Designer; "Two Blue Birds Sampler started as a reproduction of an antique sampler I found at a flea market in Saumur, France. I reproduced it faithfully, but decided that that wasn't what it wanted to be. So I played and played until I finally found a palette and design that I... Read more about Two Blue Birds Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern
The Sanxing symbolize the three attributes that constitute a good life in Chinese culture. They are Fu (good fortune), Lu (prosperity) and Shou (longevity). A stylized depiction of Fu is shown here with plum blossoms which are associated with the Five Blessings. Perfect timing for the Mid-Autumn... Read more about Fu - "Good Fortune" - Cross Stitch Pattern
And to finish out the trio, here we have a stylized depiction of Shou is shown here with chrysanthemums which are associated with health and longevity.
Model was stitched on White Zweigart fabric using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 62 x 106.
Cross stitch pattern from Sprouting Lupine featuring a monochromatic blue design of bunnies and flowers.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Cobblestone Lugana from Atomic Ranch with DMC floss. The stitch count is 153 x 195 and the finished size is 9.56" x 12.19".