The third in a series (after "Mary Barton's Work" & "Among the Roses"), this addition to the flock represents a visitor local to my area, with some unusual coloring from the original Victorian stitcher. Adapted from an antique original in my collection.
This stunning French sampler contains some of the most beautiful alphabets I've come across, and can be stitched as a whole, or used for reference to personalize your own stitching. 'Joyeux Noel' was inspired by the antique, showing how you can use elements of the design for smalls.
"Be still my soul. The hour is hastening on when we shall be forever with the Lord. When disappointment, grief, and fear are gone, sorrow forgot, love's purest joys restored. Be still my soul when change and tears are past. All safe and blessed we shall meet at last."
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Chantilly Country French linen using DMC floss with Mill Hill beads. Approximate Size: 5.5"w x 6.5"h. Stitch count is 87 x 106.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Chantilly Country French linen using DMC floss with Mill Hill beads. Approximate Size: 5"w x 6.5"h. Stitch count is 81 x 104.
Cross stitch pattern by Nora Corbett featuring a regal lady bug wearing a dress inspired by beautiful summer colors!
Pattern is stitched using DMC thread on 32 count Water Lily Linen (65-203) by Wichelt Imports. An alternative choice is 16 count Water Lily Aida (355-203). The stitch count is 103 x 128.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Star Sapphire using DMC and Caron Waterlilies threads and Mill Hill beads. Not listed: Mill Hill beads 10093. Stitch count is 93 x 124.
Model stitched on 32ct Country French Cafe Mocha linen using Caron Waterliles, DMC floss, Kreinik braids, and Mill Hill beads. Stitch count is 84 x 145. Finished size is 5.25" x 8.81".
Mill Hill Magnifica Beads 10052 and 10091 are temporarily discontinued
"This design is a combination of cross stitch and many specialty stitches, with stitch diagrams and instructions provided for all stitches."
Model stitched on 32 count Bisque from Lakeside Linens, using Soie d'Alger silks. Dinky Dyes and DMC conversions are also provided. Stitch count is 144w x 288h.
Cross stitch pattern from Needle Work Press featuring a sampler completed by 10 year old Hannah Smith in 1838 with the phrase "Defer not till to morrow to be wise. To morrows sun to thee may never rise. Be humble learn thy self to scan. Know pride was never made for man."
A beautiful Winter scene is finished as a box in this design from New York Dreamer.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Vintage Country Mocha linen with Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 340x51. Finished size: 21.25" x 3.18". Finishing instructions included.
This design from October House Fiber Arts features holly, Christmas trees and "Merry Christmas."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Aspen linen from Weeks Dye Works with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 105x87. Finished size: 5.8" x 4.8".
This Skinny Mini design from October House Fiber Arts features a row of scissors!"
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Cream & Sugar by Fiber on a Whim with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 124 x 37. Finished size: 7" x 2".
Cinnamon House is number 7 of 9 in the Houses of Pumpkin Lane Series.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Dirty Teacup by Needle and Flax with Weeks Dyes Works, Classic Colorworks and Gentle Art Sampler threads. A conversion to DMC is provided. Stitch Count: 97W x 87H.
This pattern from Pansy Patch Quilts and Stitchery features a primitive basket with flowers.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Wren by Picture This Plus with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. A conversion to DMC is included. Stitch Count: 103W x 104H.
Peacock Manor was originally published in the June 2023 edition of Just Cross Stitch magazine. It takes inspiration from my love of traditional samplers. It features my usual quilt motifs and whimsical, primitive feel. It's also inspired by warm summer days and the peacocks add another touch of... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Pansy Patch Quilts and Stitchery featuring Wisteria House, the first in the Houses on Wisteria Lane series.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Faun from Picture this Plus with Weeks Dyes Works, Classic Colorworks and Gentle Art Sampler threads. A conversion to DMC is provided. Stitch Count: 97W x 87H.
This Quaker design from Praiseworthy Stitches is worked in shades of blue and white and features snowmen and snowflakes.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Crystal Aerial linen from Picture This Plus with Weeks Dye Works floss and Kreinik Blending Filament. Stitch Count: 212 x 214. Finished size:13.3" x 13.3"
This pattern from Plum Street Samplers is a companion piece to Penny Autumn. A white house is surrounded by pink flowers, a tree, and a fox.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Affogato by Fiber on a Whim with DMC floss, Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 113W x 89H. Finished size: 6.7" x 5"
Note from the designer: "Like pumpkin and spice, Christmas and July just go together! This patriotic design is a nod to our freedom as an American and the freedom offered to us in Christ. The verse reads: "God bless this land from hill to sea, Christ be the gift to set us free."... Read more
Note from designer: This little pin roll is a companion to Christmas in July and is part of an upcoming series I've dubbed "Sampler Sushi," but only because the finished product reminded me of the Japanese cuisine once I rolled it up. This is a very easy project designed to hold your needles... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Plum Street Samplers featuring dancing Halloween skeletons!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 ct. Snickelway by Seraphim Hand Dyed Fabrics with DMC, Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 54w x 90h.
This design from Annie Beez Folk Art features 3 gift tag ornaments - a red cardinal, reinder and "Merry & Bright."
The models were stitched over 2 threads on 25 Ct. Raw Dublin linen with DMC floss, Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Counts: Cardinal - 35x46, Snowy Home - 40x52, Merry & Bright - 48x44. Shown with buttons from Mill Hill.
Cross stitch pattern from Artmishka featuring eight Easter chicks!
Model stitched on 32ct murano evenweave from Zweigart on the color of your choice using DMC floss. Stitch count of each design is approximately 157w x 94h. Designed by Anna Gutova.
Cross stitch pattern from Artmishka featuring an adorable Easter sampler filled with chicks!
Model stitched on 32ct murano evenweave from Zweigart on the color of your choice using DMC floss. Stitch count is approximately 230w x 158h. Designed by Anna Gutova.
Cross stitch pattern from Artmishka featuring cats bundled up for winter!
Model stitched on the Aida of your choice from Zweigart using DMC floss. Stitch count of each design is approximately 143 x 146. Designed by Anna Gutova.
Cross stitch pattern from The Artsy Housewife featuring an owl named Oona!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Eureka from Fox and Rabbit using Classic Colorworks, The Gentle Arts and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch counts are 122 x 103.
This cross stitch pattern from Bent Creek features a green checkered ewe, squirrels in sweaters and smiley faces!
Model stitched on 25 count Mushroom Lugana, 3 over 2 with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks, and DMC threads. DMC alternatives provided for overdyed threads. Stitch count: 51x62
Mary Garrett stitched her fine sampler at Claverton school in 1854 at age fifteen. It is a remarkable piece of needlework, incorporating five different alphabets all stitched meticulously over two on 72 count linen. More history is included on the chart.
Cross stitch pattern from Cross Stitch Wonders featuring four Easter egg variations!
Stitched on 14 or 16 count, it perfectly fits the laser cut finished or unfinished (ready to paint and stain) wood egg frame by Stitches and Cutz. Stitch count is 27w x 36h.
Cross stitch pattern from Cross Stitch Wonders featuring a great design for any little boy! Ball bats & Baseball hats that's what little Boys are made of by Marcia Manning.
Pattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice using DMC floss. Stitch count is 128w x 158h.