Note from the designer: "A gift from the collection of Rosalind and Edwin Miller to the museum. Emma Lerch was born in Northampton County, Pennsylvania, in 1830, and she stitched this sampler in her thirteenth year. It is a very simple work, with a lovely meandering floral border. While perhaps... Read more about Emma Lerch 1843 - Cross Stitch Pattern
Band samplers of the 17th century exhibit the widest range of stitches and techniques. Counted thread stitches on linen were artfully combined with panels of floral, geometric, or figural cut and drawn work- a technique where the background threads of linen are carefully bound, then cut and pulled... Read more about EN 1657 A 17th Century Band Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern
Note from the designer: "This northern German sampler consists of random symbolic spot motifs, with a simple zigzag border. Religious symbols are commonly found on continental samplers. On this example, we find the wreath carried by angels (the wreath as a symbol for eternal life): the ship... Read more about FAK-MEK 1779 - Cross Stitch Pattern
Rose's unusual middle name should have provided some clues about where she was born, and where she lived, but the name "Shenamon" is elusive despite my efforts to discover its origins as well as hers. It is spelled many different ways when researched (including Shinimon and Schinnamon which... Read more about Rose Shenamon Mitchell 1816 - Cross Stitch Pattern
This design was excerpted from the top of an early nineteenth-century English sampler. It features an unusual and amusing hunting scene with a solo hunter on horseback pursuing a single hapless stag with a pack of ten spotted hounds on its trail.
This is a reproduction of a Quaker sampler made in Chester County, Pennsylvania consisting of alphabets, numerals, ligatures* and lineal patterns executed in a variety of stitches. The uppermost border with the dangling central flower is often seen on American Quaker samplers of this period (see... Read more about Ann Ward 1808 - Cross Stitch Pattern
This is an expansive English sampler with an unusual four-sided leafy branch and floral border, centering a very busy reserve filled with baskets of fruits and flowers, stylized trees and plants, birds, lions rampant, butterflies, rabbits, and stags. A large building/mansion/institution is at the... Read more about Sarah Elizabeth Hollings 1825 - Cross Stitch Pattern
A fun cross stitch pattern for Halloween! Model stitched on 14 count white Aida cross stitch fabric and stitched in DMC #310 (black). Feel free to substitute colors and fabrics to your taste. Stitch Count is 114 High by 137 Wide. Will measure approx.10 inches high by 8.25 inches wide if stitched on 14 count fabric. All stitches are cross stitch.
The idea for this design came from one of my grandmother's sayings. When we would be heading out the door without our hats and mittens, she would politely remind us to "wear your woolies!" The finished piece will be the highlight of any Holiday decor.
Model stitched two over two on 36 Ct. Aztec Red from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 97 x 109.
Note from the designer: This primitive marking sampler just captured my heart. The colors, the tone on tone, the rich patina and the whimsicalness of it. How can a marking sampler be whimsical you ask? Well, just look at the script K, L & M. They seem to be kicking up their heels and skipping along.... Read more about Susan Weeks Marking Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern
Cross stitch pattern from Sister Lou Stitches featuring the phrase "Espresso yourself, Stay grounded. Better latte than never, Take life one cup at a time, Take time to smell the coffee"!
Pattern is stitched on 18 Count Vintage Stormy Clouds with DMC Floss. Stitch count is 120 x 120.
Cross stitch pattern from Sister Lou Stitches featuring the phrase "I want more stash than I have $"! This design includes the option to stich if your need is greater than want!
Pattern is stitched on 16 Count Aida with DMC, Gentle Arts, and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 80 H x 90 W and the finished size is 5" x 5.63".
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Cocoa using Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and Southern Fried floss. Stitch count is 199 x 201.
Recommended Southern Fried Floss:Bay Leaf and Spiced Cider
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 about Jane Portues 1837 - Cross Stitch Pattern