Lydia's sampler is an example of a more decorative Quaker marking sampler containing four different alphabets, six dividing bands, and an often seen swan and birds motif, as well as a floral spray. The colors are muted as in the Quaker style, copying those found in nature. Lydia was a talented young... Read more
Jane Hornibrook completed her sampler in March of 1806. She painstakingly stitched in cross stitch the tenets of the Catholic Faith over one and two threads of finely woven 52 count linen. The lettering for the large letters leads one to determine this to be of Irish origin, based on the Benezet... Read more
This sampler's appeal was its similarity to Bristol orphanage motifs, bands and alphabets. While clearly not a Bristol school sampler, as it was stitched at Daglingworth School, curiosity leads one to wonder why similar motifs? Daglingworth lies only fifty miles from Bristol, England. It has been... Read more
Several girls named Sarah Welch appear in the historical records born in the year1756, in Devon and Berkshire, England, and so without more information it is hard to say which Sarah stitched this sampler at the age of eight in 1764. History does chronicle what was happening in England at that time:... Read more
A Prequel to the Carter House Sampler, Franklin, Tennessee, The Sampler of Fountain Branch Carter's Mother, For the Battle of Franklin Trust, An Antique Sampler Reproduction.
Pattern is stitched on 36 count Hemingway by Needle and Flax. Stitch Count: 171 stitches wide x 224 stitches high.... Read more
This beautiful sampler was obtained from the collection of Stephen and Carol Huber. The framed antique contained handwritten notes on the genealogy of Sarah which was written on the back in ink on the sealing paper. It contained the lineage of Sarah Hewes, and the names of her children. Extensive... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from The Elegant Thread featuring a lovely sampler!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Dark Cobblestone or Woodsmoke using Soie d'Alger threads. Also required but not listed: Mill Hill Magnifica 10028. Stitch count is 105 x 78.
A beautiful band sampler fit for royalty in shades of dusty blue and rose silk featuring twin hares, a crown and peacock. The pattern is cross-stitch, satin stitch and Algerian Eye. Finishing instructions are included.
Model stitched on 36 ct Linen, using Treenway silk floss. Stitch count is 260 w x 75 h. Finished size is 14.44" x 4.17".
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 marking sampler reproduction featuring an optional verse, this is part of my marking sampler series and includes another collectible full-color alphabet card. Louisa used a soothing color palette with interesting dividing bands - it's a unique and lovely sampler.
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 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 Frog Cottage featuring a lovely sampler.
Model stitched on 32 count Natural Permin linen using The Gentle Arts and Classic Colorworks floss or DMC floss. Stitch Count: 62 x 40 stitches 4.7"x 2.9".
A Marjorie Massey pattern featuring a floral border, wreath, and the words "Bonne Fete Maman" (Happy Mother's Day). Includes English instructions, and option for years 2023, 2024 and 2025. Stitch count: 193 x 193
This model is stitched on 40 count Flannel Flower linen from Fox and Rabbit. You can stitch this sampler in either Gloriana Silks, Weeks Dye Works overdyed cottons, or DMC. Stitch count is 198 x 194.
Model is stitched on 36 count Flannel Flower Linen from Fox and Rabbit
with Weeks Dye Works Hand Over Dyed Cotton Threads. The mini cushion is trimmed with Ballerina Chenille from Lady Dot Creates. Stitch count is 200 x 82 (House), 165 x 57 (Flowers), and 54 x 54 (Mini).
This reproduction sampler by Mille Fleur is filled with beautiful floral motifs! Stitched on 28 count Cream Belfast linen using DMC threads. Stitch Count: 191W x 197H. Finished size is 13.6 x 14.1 for 28 count fabric.
"The leaves is green, the rose is red, here is my name when I am dead. Look on this and may you see, what care my parents took of me. Mary Knowles, her work 1824." Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Beige linen by Weeks Dye Works with DMC floss, Weeks Dye Works and Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 257W x 237H. Finished size: 14 1/2" x 13".
This is a reproduction of an antique English sampler made by Hannah Hammond in 1845. Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Cocoa linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 192W x 206H. Finished size: 12" x 12 3/4".
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 35 Ct. Straw linen by Weeks Dye Works with The Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 151W x 208H. Finished size: 8 3/4" x 11 3/4".
"The last great day is drawing nigh when Christ the judge shall come with all the armies of the sky to call His children home." Model stitched over 2 threads on 35 Ct. Beige linen from Weeks Dye Works with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 259 x 240. Finished size: 15" x 14".
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Cocoa linen by Weeks Dye Works with DMC floss. The stitch count is 152W x 240H for a finished size of 8.5" x 13.5".
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 35 or 40 Ct. fabric of your choice with Classic Colorworks floss and Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 225x190. Finished size on 35 Ct. fabric - 13"x11". Finished size on 40 Ct. fabric - 11.5" x 9.5".
Model stitched over 2 threads on 30 or 35 Ct. Opal Camofudge by Stitches and Spice (or fabric of your choice) with Gentle Art Sampler threads Moonlit Path or DMC 762. Stitch Count: 361x351. If stitched on 30 Ct fabric, the finished size is 24.5" x 23.5" and will require 15 skeins of Gentle... Read more
Model stitched over 2 threads 30 or 35 Ct. Onyx linen with Weeks Dye Works Dolphin or DMC 928. Stitch Count: 338x319. if stitched on 30 Ct. linen, the finished size is 23" x 22" and will required 13 skeins of Weeks Dye Works floss or 7 skeins of DMC. If stitched on 35 Ct. fabric, the finished size is 20" x 19" and will require 12 skeins of Weeks Dye Works floss or 7 skeins of DMC.
Model stitched over 2 threads 30 or 35 Ct. "Moon Shadows Charcoal" from Stitches and Spice (or fabric of your choice) with Weeks Dye Works Snowflake. Stitch Count: 409x412. If stitched on 30 Ct fabric, the finished size is 27.5" x 27.5" and will require 18 skeins of Weeks Dye Works ... Read more
Model stitched over 2 threads 30 or 35 Ct. "Hunter Shirez" from Stitches and Spice (or fabric of your choice) with DMC B5200. Stitch Count: 444x358. If stitched on 30 Ct fabric, the finished size is 30"x24" and will require 10 skeins of DMC floss. If stitched on 35 Ct. fabric, the finished size is 25.5" x 20.5" and will require 9 skeins of DMC.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 30 or 35 Ct "linen" colored Linen with Weeks Dye Works Galvanized or DMC 414. Stitch count: 362x317. If stitched on 30 Ct fabric, the finished size is 25" x 22" and you will need 14 skeins of Weeks Dye Works floss or 8 of DMC. If stitched on 35 Ct... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Heart's Ease Examplar Workes featuring a home with the phrase "But oh...to live in a rose covered cottage on a hill overlooking the sea, Where I'd patiently watch the tall ships sailing by "til my love returns safely to me"!
Note from designer: "A reproduction miniature blanket chest I had made from an antique I found on line is available through a vendor listed in the chart. Tray lifts out for more storage beneath. Quilt serves as a floss and utensil holder. The needle book contains its own mattress style... Read more
A Sampler originally designed for the Queen City Sampler Guild's 20th Anniversary as a 5-part mystery sampler. Chart includes the full 5 part tutorial with color diagrams to stitch this sampler.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Vintage Maritime White from Lakeside Linens using Belle Soie or... Read more
Note from designer: "The verse was composed by me in remembrance of the wonderful times I spent driving through the Brandywine
Valley and admiring the beautiful old stone houses and scenery."
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Maple Sugar from Lakeside Linens using Belle Soie or NPI... Read more
"With shades of silk like nature fair, I ply my needle with tender care. That with diligence and skill I'll make a pleasing sampler for posterity's sake."
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Pearled Barley from Lakeside Linens using Belle Soie with NPI or DMC with all DMC or NPI conversions available. Stitch count is 207 x 351.
"A soft wind blows through the Spanish moss that hangs from the live oak trees. The trees that line the long road home to distant memories of a fine old house with columns tall and porches all around. Where the sweet scent of magnolia blooms, in the spring abound. A lady fair in a flowery gown,... Read more