Cross Stitch Patterns Page 143

This reproduction sampler is from the Ackworth Quaker School and is dated 1800. It is rated for beginners.

Linen count and finished size: 35 or 40 count using either cotton or silk floss, 19" x 21" or 17" x 18-1/2"

Chart only.

Note from the designer - This needlework was designed after an English sampler in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts-Boston. The lush border flowers are similar to those on a sampler made by Sarah Brignell from around the same period, suggesting the existence of a school or teacher whose... Read more about Jane Atkinson circa 1780 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from the designer - "Typical of so many Scottish samplers, Elizabeth Masterton's features an abundance of initials (likely familial), rows of evergreen trees, peacocks with seven tail feathers, and the now famous mansion house fronted by a pillared fence and gates enclosing sheep. Apart... Read more about Elizabeth Masterton 1838 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from the designer - "This finely stitched German sampler begins with a single row of alphabets above an immensely intricate collection of symbolic cross stitched motifs, including battling angels, the figure of Justice with her scales, the spies of Canaan, the crucifixion, Adam and Eve... Read more about Hanna Katerina 1734 German Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from the designer - "In 1779, the Quaker Friends School at Ackworth, Yorkshire, was established for the purpose of educating young people of both sexes, and instilling the values of their Society; equality, simplicity, peace. Girls received nearly the same instruction as boys. Out of this... Read more about M Quertier 1799 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from the designer - "At age nine in 1818, Sarah Dutnel created this unusual "tree of life" sampler. A traditional carnation and tulip border in subtle, earthy shades of gold, brown, and cream surrounds the tree. Dogs, deer, birds, stars, potted plants, trees and flowers flank the... Read more about Sarah Dutnel 1818 - Cross Stitch Pattern

This is a beautiful sampler from Norwich (Norfolk, United Kingdom), possibly stitched at a school run by one Mrs. Wright or her descendent (hence the initials "MW" below Elizabeth's name in the attribution). A list of teachers in Norwich in 1783 includes Wright, Massey, and Cheetleburgh. The... Read more about Elizabeth Gooding 1790 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from the designer - "This is a very graceful and finely stitched sampler, an unusual combination for the late date. Nine ethereal female figures, like penitents in an Edward Gorey cartoon, march solemnly about the sampler, paying homage to the house. The huge house appears to be welcoming... Read more about Ann Cottee 1848 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from the designer - "This wonderful English sampler has to be an original inspired composition by a very clever young girl with a singular artistic vision! Potbellied cherubs fly trumpeting alongside a doughy, asexual Adam and Eve, beneath whom perch an enormous plumed Bird of Paradise on a... Read more about Ann Hall 1812 - Christian Cross Stitch Pattern

This is a reproduction of an English sampler that features a four-sided carnation border, centering many intricate organic petit point motifs. The large mansion house dominates the central reserve, standing above an extensive pasture occupied by two very large and cockeyed sheep. These imaginative... Read more about Elizabeth Lilly 1801 - Cross Stitch Pattern

According to a note attached to the back of the original sampler, it was probably made near Newtown, Pennsylvania. The attribution at the center is surrounded by a typical Quaker leafy cartouche with opposing flowers and facing birds above. Other characteristic Quaker motifs include eight point... Read more about Elizabeth Mitchell 1828 - Cross Stitch Pattern

This English sampler combines embroidered pictorial, alphabetic, and upholstery techniques, becoming in every sense a sampler of Ms. Topham's best work. Bargello work (also known as canvaswork, Irish stitch, flamestitch, or Florentine stitch) appeared on the earliest seventeenth century samplers,... Read more about Elizabeth Topham 1727 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Band samplers of the 17th century exhibit the widest range of stitches and techniques. Counted thread stitches on linen were artfully combined with panels of floral, geometric, or figural cut and drawn work- a technique where the background threads of linen are carefully bound, then cut and pulled... Read more about EN 1657 A 17th Century Band Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

Displaying the traditional color scheme of Scottish samplers, this beautiful and delicately stitched piece also employs a variety of interesting counted thread stitches including queen, doublerunning, four-sided, back, counted satin filling, cross, Algerian eyelet, and cross over one (petit... Read more about Janet Burnet 1830 - Cross Stitch Pattern

This sampler was made in Scotland and includes many of the traditional motifs associated with samplermaking in this region. Firstly, Janet has included many initials of family members. However the initials at the center- G R 3 -refer to the then-reigning monarch, King George III. The flowering... Read more about Janet Carsels 1787 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Note from the designer: "This Scottish sampler is a riot of brilliant color and intricate motifs, from the Scotsman in his kilt playing a traditional dulcimer (which looks like a butter churn) in the upper left, to an elaborate mansion house fronted by a three dimensional turkeywork lawn in the... Read more about Katharine Mitchel circa 1785 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Sugar Stitches featuring a girl with holiday gifts and the word "December"!

Model stitched on 28 ct. raw natural cashel linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 82 x 85.

Cross stitch pattern from Sugar Stitches featuring a valentines themed monthly sampler for February!

Model stitched on 28 count Raw Natural Cashel Linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 117 x 111.

Cross stitch pattern from Sugar Stitches featuring bees, a beehive and the words "Welcome Summer" and "June"!

Model stitched on 28 count Raw Natural Cashel Linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 117 x 111.

Cross stitch pattern from Sugar Stitches featuring a lighthouse, ice cream cones and the words "Stars and Stripes" and "July"!

Model stitched on 28 count Raw Natural Cashel Linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 117 x 111.

Cross stitch pattern from Sugar Stitches featuring a Thanksgiving celebration with pilgrims and the words "Harvest Blessings" and "November"!

Model stitched on 28 count Raw Natural Cashel Linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 117 x 111.

Cross stitch pattern from Sugar Stitches featuring a girl knitting with her sheep and the word "March"!

Model stitched on 28 count Raw Natural Cashel Linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 82 x 85.

Cross stitch pattern from Sugar Stitches featuring a girl selling lemonade and the word "June"!

Model stitched on 28 count Raw Natural Cashel Linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 82 x 85. Also required dmc 3893.

Cross stitch pattern from Sugar Stitches featuring two ghosts who are "best boos"! BOOville Series Chart #11.

Model stitched on 32 count Raw Natural Linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 60 x 60.

Cross stitch pattern from Sugar Stitches featuring a toad outside a spells and potions shop! BOOville Series Chart #3.

Model stitched on 32 count Raw Natural Linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 60 x 60.

Cross stitch pattern from Sugar Stitches featuring a pumpkin farm ready for Halloween! BOOville Series Chart #4.

Model stitched on 32 count Raw Natural Linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 60 x 60.

Cross stitch pattern from Sugar Stitches featuring a ghost with a cupcake and the phrase "Trick Or Treat"! BOOville Series Chart #10.

Model stitched on 32 count Raw Natural Linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 60 x 60.

Cross stitch pattern from Sugar Stitches featuring blueberry cake, blueberry jam, blueberry bushes, and more!!

Model stitched on 28 count Raw Natural Linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 117 x 111.

Cross stitch pattern from Sugar Stitches featuring cherry cake, cherry pie, cherry cupcakes, and more!!

Model stitched on 28 count Raw Natural Linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 117 x 111.

Cross stitch pattern from Sugar Stitches featuring a home decorated for Christmas! Holiday Cheer Series Chart #3.

Model stitched on 32 count Gingerbread Belfast Linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 61 x 61.

Cross stitch pattern from Sugar Stitches featuring a girl holding a strawberry!

Model stitched on 28 count Raw Natural Cashel Linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 117 x 111.

Cross stitch pattern from Sugar Stitches featuring two witches brewing a potion surrounded by black hats!

Model stitched on 28 count Raw Natural Cashel Linen or the fabric of your choice using DMC floss. Stitch count is 192 x 192.

Cross stitch pattern from Sugar Stitches featuring a delightful Halloween sampler complete with ghosts, candy corn and a haunted house!

Model stitched on 28 count Raw Natural Cashel Linen or the fabric of your choice using DMC floss. Stitch count is 192 x 192.

Cross stitch pattern from Sugar Stitches featuring a delightful Christmas sampler complete with the word Noel and a festively decorated home!

Model stitched on 28 count Raw Natural Cashel Linen or the fabric of your choice using DMC floss. Stitch count is 117 x 111.

Cross stitch pattern from Sugar Stitches featuring two witches brewing a potion in a cauldron for Halloween!

Model stitched on 28 count Raw Natural Cashel Linen or the fabric of your choice using DMC floss. Stitch count is 192 x 192.

Cross stitch pattern from Sugar Stitches featuring many spring flowers and the word "May"!

Model stitched on 28 ct. raw natural cashel linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 117 x 111 and the finished size is 8.36" x 7.93".

Note from designer: I love decorating the Christmas tree and this ornament series is sure to please! Inspired by Victorian paper ornaments, these fun ornaments combine my love of stitching with my love of paper crafting. Once stitched, the excess perforated paper is carefully cut away, which gives... Read more about Days Of Christmas Past Volume 2 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern for a pinkeep from Stacy Nash Primitives featuring a house and pink flowers.

Pattern is stitched on 35 ct Dirty Ewe from Dames of the Needle using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 133 x 109.

Model stitched on 28 ct. Black Evenweave using Classic Colorworks. Stitch count:107x122. Finished size: 7.64" x 8.71"

Part 2 of a 3 part series featuring the word "Home" with the "O" replaced by wreath designs. This chart pack features 6 wreath designs only.

Models stitched on 28 ct. Black Evenweave fabric using Classic Colorworks thread. Stitch count is 70 x 70 for each wreath.

Strawberries are stacked in bowls, on a scale and cake stands in this cross stitch pattern from Stitching with the Housewives.

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct Black Evenweave fabric with Classic Colorworks or DMC floss. Stitch Count: 70x96. Finished size: 5" x 7".

Cross stitch pattern from Stitching with the Housewives featuring the words "August" and "Sunflowers" complete with a dozen sunflowers and a yellow barn!

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. white Monaco with Classic Colorworks or DMC threads. Stitch Count: 126 X 84 barn, 42 x 42 sunflower. Finished size: 9" x 6".

Cross stitch pattern from Stitching with the Housewives featuring the words "September" and "Apples" with apples, apple trees and a red barn!

Model stitched on 28 ct white Monaco using Classic Colorworks threads or all DMC floss. Stitch count is 126 x 84 (Barn), 42 x 42 (button).

Cross stitch pattern from Stitching with the Housewives featuring a scarecrow next to a bike covered in pumpkins!

Model stitched on 28 ct black evenweave using Classic Colorworks or all DMC floss. Stitch count is 98 x 70.

Cross stitch pattern from Stitching with the Housewives featuring the month "December" decorated with Christmas trees and a cute barn!

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. White Monaco with Classic Colorworks or DMC threads. Stitch Count: 126 X 84. Finished size: 9" x 6".

Cross stitch pattern from Stitching with the Housewives featuring the month "January" decorated with snowmen and a cute barn!

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. White Monaco with Classic Colorworks or DMC threads. Stitch Count: 126 X 84. Finished size: 9" x 6".

Cross stitch pattern from Stitching with the Housewives featuring Santa Claus with hot cocoa and the phrase "Santa's Hot Cocoa, North pole blend"!

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Black Evenweave with Classic Colorworks or DMC threads. Stitch Count: 70 X 98. Finished size: 5" x 7".

Cross stitch pattern from Stitching with the Housewives featuring the month "February" decorated with roses and a cute barn!

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. White Monaco with Classic Colorworks or DMC threads. Stitch Count: 126 X 84. Finished size: 9" x 6".