Rose Lejeune 1900 is a reproduction of an antique French Sampler. Rose was 12 years old when she finished stitching this sampler on June 24, 1900. She loved the color pink, and that color shines in this sampler! While the pink I chose from Cottage Garden Threads isn't quite as bright as what... Read more
This sampler, which I have named the Sewing Box Sampler 1 because it and another were found in a sewing box, is of unknown date and origin. As you can see, there is no name or date on this sampler, and as you can see from the original, it was unfinished. Perhaps the stitcher meant to stitch her name... Read more
Antonia Rosel y Garcia 1886 is a reproduction of an antique Spanish sampler.The Faded model is stitched on 40 ct Antique Lace by Seraphim Hand-dyed Fabrics using one strand of the silks over two linen threads. The Bright is stitched on 36 ct Affogato by Fibers on a Whim using one strand of silk over... Read more
Carolyn's Balloons - Spring is the third in this fun series featuring hot air balloons decorated with Quaker motifs. There is a sweet village below which changes with the seasons. Tiny butterflies and bees fill in the spaces in this delightful design.
Pattern is stitched on 46 ct using DMC, Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and The Gentle Arts floss. Stitch count is 100 x 132.
Cross stitch pattern from Jan Hicks Creates featuring a sampler with silver bells!
Pattern is stitched on Under the Sea Fabrics 40 ct Aine or 36 ct Stonewashed using DMC, Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 137 x 132.
Note from designer: In the Pink was inspired by an NPI silk packet in a gradient colorway and a gradient set of Mason Linens The colors were so perfect together! Since the colors of the silk were so soft and delicate, the design needed to be soft and delicate, too. I love the tone on tone look of... Read more
Note from designer: I am happy to introduce the second in my prayer flag series, Hopeful Heart. This is stitched using Cottage Garden Threads. These threads paired perfectly with Fabric Flair's Vintage Ephemera Damask fabric to create a layered look to the design. A DMC conversion is also provided.
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Laura Vorgensen 1853 is a reproduction of a gorgeous antique German sampler. Laura was a very skilled stitcher, using multiple specialty stitches and a variety of colors to create her beautiful sampler. I have provided stitch diagrams for the specialty stitches. The sampler is stitched in Hand-dyed... Read more
The oak sleeps in the acorn - I saw this saying recently, and it resonated so much that I knew I had to create a design using it. Using fall colors, which shine on the teal fabric, this design creates a beautiful reminder that we all have unlimited potential inside.
AK 1885 is a reproduction of an antique sampler. With this sampler, I decided to do something a little different and use The Gentle Arts Simply Wool Thread. I discovered that this is a wonderful fiber to work with. You do not need to separate the plies in this thread. Use it as it comes off the... Read more
My new Four Letter Words series is a fun twist on what we usually think of as four letter words. This series celebrates positive words, set in small square designs in soft shades of blues, golds and greens. This series of four different words will release throughout the year, approximately once a... Read more
The Kaleidoscope Sampler (With bonus chart - Firework Sampler) features mandalas, borders and alphabets in bright, fresh colors with black as the color pop. Stitched entirely in DMC, this is an easy design to kit up for your customers. The Fireworks version has some small changes to the design, as... Read more
Love is the third part in my Four Letter Words series, following Give and Grow which were released earlier this year. Featuring cool greens and blues and warm golds, this series give words of encouragement in sweet, floral displays, sure to be a hit with your customers. The fourth and last part of... Read more
Hello Fall is the beginning of a four-part seasonal series that will be releasing over the next year. Hello Fall features the soft colors of fall against a brilliant blue "sky". These little bite-sizes squares are fast and fun to stitch, creating a wonderful small for your customers to add... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Jan Hicks Creates featuring the Christmas themed letters E and D!
Model stitched on 40 ct. Legacy by Picture this Plus using DMC thread. Stitch count is 58 x 56 for D and 60 x 58 for E.
Cross stitch pattern from Jan Hicks Creates featuring the phrase "Stitching with friends is best"!
Model stitched on 36 ct. Thyme Goes By linen using DMC thread. Stitch count is 129 x 138.