This piece was inspired by a fragment of a sampler I saw, where just the part of it was framed. It looked so cute, and I love the idea of impermanence and the wear-and-tear of centuries. This is one of a series of four. All four seasons will be represented, and one side will be "missing"... Read more about Summer Sampler Fragment - Cross Stitch Pattern
Second in the series of sampler fragments. Each is meant to look incomplete, as often old samplers are cut or damaged over the centuries. Each sampler in the series will have a different edge "cut off." All will be the same size on the same fabric.
An original sampler designed as a companion piece to my previous release Harvest Moon. The verse reads: Then join hand in hand, Brave Americans all! By uniting we stand, by dividing we fall. Which is a quote from John Dickinson, one of our founding fathers.
This page from an Antique Pattern Album made in Germany contains common motifs used in Bristol samplers and English day schools. These pattern booklets from France, England and Germany were published widely and used for embellishing samplers. The motifs on this particular page appear on The Amelia... Read more about Bristol Pattern Page - Cross Stitch Pattern
"Know When to Hold 'Em....Know when to Fold 'Em". Although Kenny was crooning about a poker game, the lyrics remind us that life is a story of probability. All of life is about decisions, for which outcomes are unknown. We make our best guesses that things will turn out more or less... Read more about King of Hearts - Cross Stitch Pattern
Cross stitch pattern from Barefoot Needleart featuring a chart to celebrate grandparents! The chart includes a full alphabet so you can personalize this chart to your grandparent name.
Stitched on 28 Count Evenweave using Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 148W x 128H. Finished size is 11 x 19.
The original sampler is a charmer, and can you believe Felicie was only 7? As always, my charts come with a little essay about the antique, and my thoughts about what make the sampler special, in this case, those beautiful, organic borders, the color palette, the airy space contained within, and the... Read more about A French Summer Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern
What started as a fun autumnal theme, took over and we did Christmas themed pincushions and now some Spring themed only cross stitch pincushions. Enjoy!
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct fabric using Hand dyed Floss with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 69 x 50. Finished size is 3.75 x 2.75.
What started as a fun autumnal theme, took over and we did Christmas themed pincushions and now some Spring themed only cross stitch pincushions. Enjoy!
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct fabric using Hand dyed Floss with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 69 x 50. Finished size is 3.75 x 2.75.
Birds on the Temple is a reproduction of a sweet little antique sampler. While there is a set of initials and a year on the sampler, what really stood out to me was the birds sitting on the temple. I decided to use The Gentle Arts Simply Wool again for this one. It's such a joy to stitch with.... Read more about Birds on the Temple - Cross Stitch Pattern
I've been wanting to do a small sampler with an antique look and finally did it!
The sampler is stitched on 40-Count Sapphire linen from Fiber on a Whim using Needlepoint Silks. Stitch count is 77 x 63. Finished size is 3.85" x 3.15".
Add a dash of cute spookiness to your Halloween decorations with this adorable ghost! Pin drums are such a fun way to finish small round designs. Pick your favorite coordinating fabric, add some mini pom pom trim and you're done!
Savor the nostalgia of a mid-century Christmas. These sweet characters will take you back to the days of shiny-brite ornaments, tinsel-covered trees, and glass bead garlands. Santa is full of cheer as he laughs, "Ho, ho, ho" and Frosty wears a jolly smile.
Garden tea is a heartwarming design inspired by a beloved aunt, capturing her deep love for tea and flowers. The design features a delicate tea cup filled with vibrant blooms.
Pattern is stitched on 32 count linen using Cosmo and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 86 x 124. Finished size is 5.38" x 7.75".
Cross stitch pattern from Cotton Pixels featuring a lovely geometric lace pattern!
Model stitched on 32ct. Wheat Belfast Linen by Fiber on a Whim using Gloriana Hand-dyed silk. Stitch Count is 89w x 89h stitches. Finished size is 5.5 w x 5.5 h inches approx.
The Antique: Amelia stitched her sampler at the age of seventeen while living at the North Wing, 3 New Orphan House, Ashley Down, Bristol, in 1868. The original sampler's stitched area measures 13.5 inches wide by 15.25 inches high on a cream cotton ground fabric measuring 76 threads to the inch,... Read more about Amelia Fox 1868 Bristol Orphanage Sampler - Pattern
Model was stitched on 32 ct linen from Be Stitch me using threads from Classic Colorworks, Colour and Cotton, The Gentle Arts, Weeks and Wisper from Rainbow Gallery. Stitch count is 83 x 54. Finished Size: 4.6 x 3.0.
Cross stitch pattern from Emily Call Stitching featuring two friends who love stitching together!
The pattern is stitched on 32 count Platinum Lugana by Zweigart using Colour and Cotton with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 150 x 93. Finished size is 9.38 in wide X 5.81 in high.... Read more about Stitching Besties - Cross Stitch Pattern
Model stitched on 32 Count Newcastle Linen, Cafe Mocha Soie d'alger and Mill Hill Petite Glass Beads. Stitch count is 110W x 80L. Finished size is 6.88" x 5".
Note from the designer: A look through antique pattern books provides quite the selection of quirky birds! These designs feature that bevy, flock, or gaggle - and illustrate two very different (and interchangeable) looks depending on your color preferences.
Merry Christmas from Jeremiah, Jenny and Josephine. Christmas Eve on the pond will be so fun as they gather for the holiday with their other pond friends.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Raw Linen using DMC and Weeks Dy Works. Stitch count is 71 x 81. Finished size is 5.07" x 5.79".
Cross stitch pattern from Fox and Rabbit featuring a lovely sampler!
The pattern is stitched on 40 ct White Clay using Au Ver A Soie 100/3 floss. DMC conversion included. Stitch count for Sampler is 270 x 310. Finished size is 13.5" x 15.5". Stitch count for Pinwheel is 58 x 60. Finished size is 2.9" x 3".
Cross stitch pattern from Fox and Rabbit featuring a cute house on a sampler!
The pattern is stitched on 40 ct Inca using Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks with DMC floss. DMC conversion included. Stitch count is 242 x 242. Finished size is 12.1" x 12.1".
Cross stitch pattern from Fox and Rabbit featuring a needlebook with butterflies!
The pattern is stitched on 32 ct Inca using Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. DMC conversion included. Stitch count is 71 x 51. Finished size is 4.44" x 3.19".
Cross stitch pattern from Frony Ritter Designs featuring a sleepy Santa Claus!
Pattern is stitched on 30ct. sky linen from Weeks Dye Works or 20ct. natural brown linen. Stitch count is 47 x 74. Finished size on 20 ct is 2 1/2" x 3 3/4". Finished size on 30 ct is 3" x 4 3/4".
This piece turned out just as beautifully as I'd envisioned it in my head, late one night trying to fall asleep, which (trust me) doesn't always happen! This is such a bold statement piece due to both the heavy Quaker style alphabet and the eye catching dimensional motif which is stitched on a... Read more about Quaker Medallion - Cross Stitch Pattern
Cross stitch pattern from Ink Circles featuring a geometric design with birds!
Pattern is stitched on 30 ct Parchment from Weeks Dye Works using Classic Colorworks floss with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 137 x 137. Finished size is 9.25" x 9.25".
Cross stitch pattern from Annie Beez Folk Art featuring a snowman in a cup of cocoa!
The model is stitched on 36 count Vintage Country Mocha by Zweigart, using 2 strands of DMC cotton floss over 2 linen threads. Stitch count: 72 w X 72 h. Finished size is 4" x 4"
Cross stitch pattern from Annie Beez Folk Art featuring two snowmen trying to catch snowflakes!
The model is stitched on 36 count Vintage Country Mocha by Zweigart, using 2 strands of DMC cotton floss over 2 linen threads. Stitch count: 72 w X 72 h. Finished size is 4" x 4"
Sweet folk birds on a pretty pouch or pincushion. The threads used are slightly different for each design. Pattern includes both patterns and detailed finishing instructions.
My Hometown is a modern schoolgirl sampler! The design was inspired by 11 year old Amy, and the full story is included in the book. There is an extra alphabet chart for personalization and a chart for the coordinating scissors fob!
Cross stitch pattern from Antique Needleworkers featuring a lovely sampler!
The model was stitched on 40 ct fabric using The Gentle Arts and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 125 x 142. Finished size is 6.25 in wide X 7.1 in high.
A cute portrait of a fawn pug and a black pug looking at a half of an avocado. Will they make their favorite thing to eat or just gobble up the avocado?! Stylized chips and colorful strip designs.
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct fabric using Finca Floss with DMC Conversions. Stitch count is 83 x 73. Finished size is 4.61 in wide X 4.06 in high.