All that is known of the sampler are the stitcher's initial - ES. The sampler appears to be English and from around the mid 19th Century.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Light Sand linen with Needlepoint Inc Silks (DMC conversions are provided). Stitch Count: 114W x 164H. Finished Size: 5 5/8" x 8 1/8"
"Tell me ye knowing and discerning few where I may find a friend both firm and true, who dares stand by me in deep distress and then his love and friendship most express."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Pecan Butter from Lakeside Linens with Needlepoint Inc silks.... Read more
The model was stitched over one thread on 32 Ct. Meadow Rue from Lakeside Linens with The Gentle Art Sampler threads. DMC conversions are provided. Stitch Count: 131W x 204H. Finished size: 8.18" x 12.75"
This small design is inspired by Rebecca's Price sampler which is available separately. The project can be framed, made into a pillow, or attached to a bobbin/spool. Three slightly different designs are included to fit a variety of bobbin sizes as well as detailed assembly instructions.
"How doth the little busy bee improve each shining hour and gather honey all the day from every opening flower." Model stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Espresso linen with The Gentle Art Sampler Thread. Stitch Count: 222W x 161H.
"Official elf made and tested Santa approved toys & treats." Designs stitched on 14 Ct. White Perforated Paper with Weeks Dye Works floss and DMC floss.
Medium Sled Ornament - Stitch Count: 29x51. Design Size: 3" x 4" Large Sled Ornament - Stitch Count: 33x75. Design... Read more
Part 2 of the White Christmas Series. Model stitched over 2 threads on 35 Ct. Straw linen with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count: 66x36. Design Size: 4" x 3" Please note: the floss list is for the entire 9 part series. Some colors may not be used in this design. Finishing kit to complete all 9 designs in the series is sold separately - Item #HD-WCFK
All models stitched over two on 36 Ct. Fog Linen using DMC floss and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count for Framed Design: 61x77. Design Size: 3" x 4". Stitch Count for Berries: 126x72. Design Size: 13" x 10"
Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Murky Linen using DMC floss, Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Weeks Dye Works. DMC floss 3371 or 310 can be used for conversion.
Model stitched two over two on 28 Ct. Sage Jobelan using DMC floss, Weeks Dye Works and Gentle Art Sampler Threads (or all DMC 311, 321, 3865, 310). Stitch Count: 144W x 49H. Design Size: 10" x 4"
Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Soft Sea Linen from Luminous Fiber Arts using DMC floss, Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count for Each: 56H x 57W. Design Size: 4" x 4"
Model stitched two over two on 16/32 Ct. Country French Cafe Mocha using DMC floss and Mill Hill Beads. Stitch Count: 188x226. Design Size: 11.75" x 14.13"
Model stitched over two on 36 Ct. Natural linen using DMC floss. This pattern has two versions. One with the girl (like in the picture) or one with a witch. Stitch Count: 135W x 91H. Design Size: 8" x 5"
Model stitched two over two on 28 Ct. Gingerbread Linen using Classic Colorworks and Gentle Art Sampler Threads (or DMC floss 3345, 815). Stitch Count: 43W x 43H. Design Size: 3" x 3"
Models stitched over two on 32 Ct Raw/White Petite Point Belfast and 36 Ct. Raw/White Mini Dots using DMC floss and Weeks Dye Works. Specialty Stitches Used. Stitch Count: 126x72.
Models stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Light Mocha Belfast or choice of fabric using DMC floss. Stitch Count for Square: 75x70. Design Size: 5" x 4". Stitch Count for Oval: 62x109. Design Size: 4" x 7". Stitch Count for Circle: 90x87. Design Size: 6" x 5"
Model stitched over two on 36 Ct. Winter Brew using DMC floss and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 185W x 116. Finished Size: 10 1/4" x 6 1/2". Finishing Instructions Included.
Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Patriots Brew from R&R Reproductions using DMC Etoile, Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count for Sampler: 122x103. Design Size: 6" x 5". Stitch Count for Snowflake One: 57x57. Design Size: 3" x 3". Stitch Count for... Read more
Model stitched two over two on 28 Ct. White Lugana using DMC floss, Glissengloss, and Mill Hill Beads. Stitch Count: 80W x 195H. Design Size: 5 3/4" x 14"
Also required, but not listed above, Gold Top Red Glitter Ornament Button #SB075RD, (2) Small Metallic Red Heart Buttons... Read more
"A friend loveth at all times" Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Artichoke Linen from Colour & Cotton using Silk N Colors and Gloriana Silk Floss. Stitch Count: 181W x 89H. Finished Size: 9" x 4"
Model stitched over two on 30 Ct. Putty by Weeks Dye Works, using DMC & Weeks Dye Works floss (or DMC floss 303, 3768, 976, 3862, 611, 3858 3857 739 712). Stitch Count: 45x58. Design Size: 3" x 4"
"For auld lang syne" is a Scottish phrase loosely translated to "for old time sake" or "for old times past", and is commonly heard as we ring in each New Year!
Model stitched over two on 36 Ct. Bisque linen from Colour & Cotton using Thread Gatherer Silk n Color thread, Ink Black. Stitch Count: 143x101. Design Size: 8" x 6"
Model stitched over two on 20 Ct. Putty using DMC floss and Weeks Dye Works (or all DMC 739/712, 918, 3051/3052, 758, 918, 535, 3031, 3046, 3790, 936, 976). Stitch Count: 149W x 29H. Design Size: 15" x 3"
Model stitched one over two on 32 Ct. Parchment Linen using Needlepoint Inc. Silk (or DMC floss 03, 29, 158, 221, 310, 829, 833, 3773, 3864). Stitch Count for Main Design: 119W x 108H. Design Size: 7" x 7". Stitch Count for Ornament: 42W x 100H. Design Size: 3" x 6"
Model stitched two over two on 28 Ct. Summerclouds from Stoney Creek Hand Dyed Fabric (not listed) using DMC floss, and Glissengloss. Stitch Count: 150W x 38H. Design Size: 10 3/4" x 2 3/4"