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.
I designed this chart because it feels like I'm always navigating some kind of struggle - whether it's my health, my business, or just life in general. I fall apart in the moment, but somehow...it always ends up being okay! My hope is that this little message brings some comfort to others... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Crafty Bluebonnet Designs featuring a patriotic design with the date 1776 and the words "Stitch Co.".
Pattern stitched on 28 count light taupe lugana with DMC floss. The mini star stitch spool is stitched on 32 count light taupe lugana with the same DMC floss. The stitch count for the main pattern is 47 x 44 with a finished size of 3.36" x 3.14".
Patriotism has always held a special place in my life. My husband served 20 years as an active duty United States Marine, and through him, I've gained a deep appreciation for the sacrifices made to protect the freedoms we enjoy every day.
Model is stitched on 18ct fabric using DMC... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Cute Embroidery By Kate featuring a cowboy themed postage stamp collection including an old west saloon, wagon, sign, and a bandit wanted poster.
Design stitched on 14 Ct. Aida in the color of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 93 x 93 and the finished size is 6.64" x 6.64" .
This adorable tiny necklace by Notforgotten Farm is perfect for celebrating America's birthday in July.
Model is stitched on 28 ct. Straw Gingham Linen from Weeks Dye Works with DMC floss. The stitch count is 37 x 62 and the finished size necklace shown is approx 2 1/2" x 1 3/4".
The Christmas Market series consists of 11 designs that will be released consecutively for 11 months. The first design in the series, Christmas Market Banner, is larger than all the rest, with a stitch count of 111w x 59h.Finished size is 6.94 in wide X 3.69 in high. The other 10 designs all have a... Read more
Cross stitch pattern by Stitch Wit featuring a floral themed alphabet, create whatever words and designs you want with these fun letters!
Each letter is stitched on 14 count white Aida with DMC floss. The stitch count for an individual letter is approx 133 x 118 with a finished size of... Read more
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.
Spring is here and life is getting busier again after a long winter, but I hope you'll have some time to spend stitching my latest offering, Summer Saltbox! This pretty little house, surrounded by busy bees and the flowers and fruits of summer, stitches up quickly and easily in bright and cheery... Read more
Garden Spells features a sweet little witch girl and her gray kitty enjoying the twisting vines of roses and black leaves. This design coordinates with the Coven fabric line from Robin Pickens and Moda Fabrics. The fabric panel from that collection also features this charming pair.
Visitor in the Garden brings our friendly black bird to a garden of fancifully large roses. Graphic leaves add to the modern/retro feel of this design. The Coven fabric line for Halloween has a coordinating quilt called "Visitor Among the Roses" and this cross stitch is based off that quilt... Read more
Rosy Dreams is a sister chart to Peony Dreams with another little home and giant flower blooming from the house. The sample stitch is shown in Indigo blues to go with the Coven collection of Halloween fabric, which also highlights indigo roses. This is a sweet smaller stitch that would look cute in... Read more
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
Cross stitch pattern from Cute Embroidery By Kate featuring a spooky mug of hot chocolate with a ghost marshmallow sitting it and the words "Happy Malloween".
Design stitched on 14 Ct. Aida in the color of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 44 x 53 and the finished size is 3.14" x 3.79".
Cross stitch pattern from Twin Peak Primitives featuring four yummy cupcakes, one for each season of the year!
Patterns are stitched on 16 count aida fabric of choice, using DMC floss. Stitch count is 63 X 67 . Finished size is approx. 4.19 in wide X 3.94 in high
Pattern is stitched on raw neutral or darker linen using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count is 105w x 121h. Finished size is 5.8" x 6.7" on 36 count.
Without easy access to first hand nautical evidence in the seventeenth century, fantastical sea dwellers blossomed in monstrous fearsome forms in the human mind. Imaginations were stoked by the bizarre images often drawn in the margins of old maps: creatures such as sirens and mermaids, long sinuous... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Cute Embroidery By Kate featuring three cute heart shaped designs including a beautiful sunset over the ocean waves, an underwater scene with an orange octopus, and a sandy beach.
All designs stitched on 14 Ct. Aida in the color of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 35 x 34 and the finished size is 2.50" x 2.43".
Cross stitch pattern from Cute Embroidery By Kate featuring a cute heart shaped design of an underwater scene with a large orange octopus in the center.
Model stitched on 14 Ct. Aida in the color of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 35 x 34 and the finished size is 2.50" x 2.43".