A timeless reference for needleworkers, The Red Book of Sampler Stitches is an indispensable guide to classic and decorative embroidery stitches used in traditional samplers. This beautifully organized book offers:
Clear diagrams and instructions - each stitch is illustrated for easy learning,... Read more about Red Book Of Sampler Stitches - Cross Stitch Pattern
In a wee pine grove, a radiance of five Chilly Cardinals are gathered in treetops collecting snowflakes for making snow crystals. A pine garland with juicy red berries and numbers from 0-9 frame the top and bottom of this whimsical design. Completing this sampler is a lowercase alphabet that is... Read more about Chilly Cardinals Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern
NOTE: Although the picture shows all 4 seasonal bands in the series, this pattern is for the top "Spring" band. Subsequent seasons will be sold separately.
The model was stitched on 36 Ct. Valley Forge linen using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art, and Classic Colorworks floss (includes DMC conversion). The stitch count is 163 x 50 and the finished size is 9.06" x 2.78".
After 3 years in the making, this beautiful new design is ready to be yours! Perfect for all the specialty stitch lovers out there, this piece will be available for sale in 4 seasons. I'm so excited for you to see it come to life in your own hands!
After 3 years in the making, this beautiful new design is ready to be yours! Perfect for all the specialty stitch lovers out there, this piece will be available for sale in 4 seasons. I'm so excited for you to see it come to life in your own hands!
A beginner friendly cross stitch pattern of an illustrated number 31 (for the Halloween date) and a small jack-o-lantern detail. The color palette on this design is versatile. Use the 3 DMC color palette included, or use your favorite floss.
Model stitched over two threads on 32 Ct. Antique Lambswool linen using DMC and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 87H x 87W. Design Size: 6" x 6"
This sampler was brought to me by Stephanie Jirak of Lincoln University, PA. She is the Great Great Great Granddaughter of Nancy Anne Cassell. The family history is included in the chart.
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Vintage Buttercream using Gloriana and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 162 x 152. Finished size is 11.6" x 10.9".
Snowflakes Dance is a wintry and Christmas-y addition to the Quaker Samplings. This beautiful filigree flake is stitched on 32 count Lambswool Linen using DMC and Classic Colorworks flosses. The stitch count is 81 x 81 and could be finished as an extra large ornament, a framed piece, a small cushion... Read more about Snowflakes Dance - Cross Stitch Pattern
Cross stitch pattern from By The Bay Needleart featuring a beautiful lady in a floral dress holding a banner that says "love" surrounded by the alphabet. With an optional design for a rose garden border!
Stitched on 18ct Aida Wheat from Fiber On A Whim using DMC floss. Stitch count is 81 x 117. Finished size is 4.5" x 6.5".
After 3 years in the making, this beautiful new design is ready to be yours! Perfect for all the specialty stitch lovers out there, this piece will be available for sale in 4 seasons. I'm so excited for you to see it come to life in your own hands!
Cross stitch pattern from Serenita Di Campagna featuring a sampler and beehive!
Patterns are stitched on 32 ct Antique White Linen using DMC threads. Stitch counts are 73 x 96 and 64 x 64. Finished sizes are 4.56" x 6" and 4" x 4".
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".
Vierlande is a rural area just outside of Hamburg on the river Elbe. The name "Vierlande" literally translates as "four lands" and refers to the four parishes in it (Kirchwerder, Neuengamme, Altengamme and Curslack). The area has a rich cultural tradition of dress and folk art. Girls... Read more about A Medium Vierlande Style 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.
Hearts Entwined was originally dreamed up while planning my own wedding sampler. I have included instructions for modifying the design to be used as a wedding or anniversary sampler.
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Light Examplar using Gloriana and Needlepoint Silk threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 177 x 273.
An original sampler featuring Abraham Lincoln and George Washington in a more primitive design centered around history and an old white chapel reminding us of God's Grace.
The model was stitched on 28 Ct Colour & Cotton Light Brown Sugar. Stitch Count: 127 x 167.
Cross stitch pattern from Wishing Thorn featuring a sampler with hearts!
Pattern is stitched on 32 count Cream Belfast linen using DMC Floss, Krenik, Caron Waterlilles, and Mill Hill beads. Au Ver Soie conversion listed. Stitch count is 84 x 247.
Cross stitch pattern from Blueberry Ridge Designs featuring a sampler with a house surrounded by pears!
Model is stitched on 40 count Milk and Honey using Gentle Arts, Weeks Dye Works, and Classic colorworks threads. DMC conversions listed. Stitch count is 133 x 96.
Cross stitch pattern from Cross Stitch Antiques featuring a sampler with many flowers!
Model stitched on 40ct. Tickerty-Boo by Tabbycat Linen using NPI thread with DMC conversions listed. Stitch count is 216 x 218.
Cross stitch pattern from Dirty Annie's Southern Style featuring a sampler with two sisters and the phrase "Two are better than one....for if they fall, one will pick up the other"!
Model was stitched on 32ct Gray linen from Weeks Dye Works. Due to "one over one" stitching on the wording, this design is not suitable for Aida. Stitch count is 76 x 140.
The model was stitched using Foxtail Millett by Legacy Linen which is available in 45ct. The comparable colours in Legacy's Linen's range are Victoria Sponge Cake in 30ct, Corn Tassel in 37ct and Sycamore Seedpod in 53/63ct.The model was stitched using Soie 100.3 from Au Ver Soie. We have included below conversions for Soie d'Alger and DMC.
A RED BRICK MANSION HOUSE is at the center of this wildly engaging English sampler featuring a small
zoo/conservatory/aviary of flora and fauna as interpreted by an exceptionally talented young
woman of the early nineteenth century. The verse is common enough on nineteenth-century samplers, unlike... Read more about Jane Moore 1820 - Cross Stitch Pattern
Note from the designer - "This beautiful. petite, energetic sampler expressed three fine verses and, at the end, one of the truest "signatures" I've ever read on a piece of needlework:
By this ingenous Maids
may see what by the
needl wrought
may be
"Adorn your heart, adorn your mind with knowledge of the sweetest king." Models stitched on 36 Ct. Hogbristle by Fox and Rabbit Designs with DMC floss, Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colors floss. Stitch counts: Sampler - 220W x 167H, Pincushion - 61W x 69H.
Model stitched one over two on 36 Ct. Pearled Barley using Classic Colorworks Belle Soie and Gloriana Silk. Specialty Stitches Used: Satin Stitch, Eyelet Stitch, Tent Stitch, and Smyrna Cross. Stitch Count: 123W x 165H. Design Size: 6.6" x 9"
Model stitched on 46 Ct. Cocoa Linen by Weeks Dye Works with Needlepoint Inc. floss. Stitch count: 244 x 290. Finished size is 10.61 in wide X 12.61 in high.
Model was stitched on 30ct Natural, Northern Cross linen using DMC, Weeks Dye Works and Crescent Colours floss. Stitch count 95x124. Frame is Meg Finish Fleamarket icing Size 8x10.
Model stitched on 18 Ct. Silver Lurex Aida (or fabric of your choice) with
Gentle Arts threads (DMC conversion available). Stitch Count: 315W x 312H. Finished size on 18 count is 17.5" x 17.3"
Where There Are Bees There Are Flowers is an original sampler, combining Karen's love of big houses and bees. Stitch count 235w X 238h. The sampler was stitched on Fox and Rabbit 40 count Saltbush linen, using Colour and Cotton threads not listed (Bumblebee, Coal, Chestnuts Roasting, Iron,... Read more about Where There Are Bees There Are Flowers - Cross Stitch
Cross stitch pattern from Pansy Patch Quilts & Stitchery featuring a beautiful sampler with a home and the alphabet!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Heartland by Picture This Plus using Gentle Arts, Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 103 x 123.
Cross stitch pattern from Darling & Whimsy Designs featuring a lovely sampler with the phrase "When this you see remember mee and keep mee in your mind. Let the world say what it will speak of me as you find"!
Cross stitch pattern from Hands Across The Sea Samplers featuring a sampler with the phrase "Remember thy creator in the days of thy youth while the evil doer sigh"!
Pattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice using either Soie D'Alger threads. Soie 100.3 threads or DMC floss. Stitch count is 174 x 219.