Note from the designer - "This sweet English sampler is the first I've ever seen with a border made up of flying cherubs. It also features a "geode" (mosaic) parrot- a distinctively stylized bird that appears on other samplers made in England, New England, and the Netherlands throughout... Read more
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
Note from the designer - "Designed after a mid-eighteenth century New Hampshire sampler, this piece is delightfully naive with its oversized animals, insects, and birds. Around 1760, the New-Hampshire Gazette began publishing advertisements for girls' schools, placed by female instructresses,... Read more
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
Note from the designer - "Few samplers were stitched on this unusual dark green linsey woosey fabric that combines linen and wool to create a dramatic dark background color to highlight brightly colored floss. Most of these samplers were made in the coastal towns of Massachusetts up to New... Read more
This is a pleasantly quirky, colorful sampler likely stitched in the north of England judging by some of the Scottish influences in the design. A four sided strawberry border surrounds an alphabet and a pious verse above a geometric pattern band. Below this is a scenic register with trees, birds,... Read more
This English sampler was made in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, featuring the Sheffield General Infirmary, a verse, a fashionably dressed man and woman, and a collection of animals in the lawn in front (sheep, fox, squirrels, rabbit, dog), all surrounded by a four sided berry border.
Note from the designer - "Elizabeth Eaton finished her sampler on the 21st of July in 1712. She used bold, primary colors suggestive of Scottish influence. The original sampler was stitched with both silk and fine wool threads on linen using cross, eyelet, rice, queen, herringbone, double... Read more
What makes this early Victorian English sampler so intriguing are the wonderfully naive figures of Adam, Eve and St. Michael flanking the Tree of Life. St. Michael's sword is drawn to slay the serpent, but he hardly looks formidable with his large feet and doughy body. Playskool-like Adam and Eve... Read more
In 1903, Louise Sornasse stitched this magnificent sampler in Antwerp, Belgium. It is filled with alphabets, darning work, border motifs, and open hemstitch work, all executed in the refined style taught in Belgian convent schools of the early 20th century.
Cross stitch pattern from Glendon Place featuring the phrase "May yer blessings outnumber the thistles that grow, and may trouble avoid ye wherever ye go"!
Model stitched on 28 ct. White Jobelan using Dinky Dyes and DMC thread. Stitch count is 203 x 140.
Models stitched over two on 32 Ct. Slate from Fabrics by Stephanie using Gentle Art Sampler Threads. Specialty Stitch Used: Smyrna Cross. Jar Stitch Count: 63x94. Design Size: 4" x 5" Harvest Small Stitch Count: 70x46. Design Size: 5" x 3" Also uses Snowy Jar Pin-mini jpm462 from Just Another Button Company.
Models stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Colonial Parchment from Fabrics by Stephanie (or fabric of your choice) with Colour and Cotton floss.
Model stitched on 32ct Colonial Parchment fabric by Stephanie using Color and Cotton thread with DMC thread alternatives. Stitch count (per panel): 73 x 75.
Cross stitch pattern from Heart in Hand Needle Art featuring Santa Claus holding a staff with a star!
Model stitched on 32ct. dirty belfast linen over 2 threads using two strands Weeks Dye Works and Gentle Arts Samplers. Stitch count is 42w x 74h. Approx size is 2.6" x 4.6".
These sweet stamp-sized cross stitch pieces are sure to be a jolly good time! The Bee in My Bonnet Stitch Cards come with full-color instructions, diagrams and supply list, including suggested DMC colors. Each set includes four stitch cards printed on durable cardstock and comes in a plastic... Read more
This smiling snowman will warm your heart this winter! The Snowballs for Sale cross stitch pattern by Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet Co. lays out a whimsical scene with a decked out snowman and wheelbarrow of snowballs. Get ready to stitch up snow much fun! Designed to work on 25-count cloth. This... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Joan Elliott featuring a joyous collection of 10 Christmas motifs for cards, gift tags, ornaments, and small treasures for the holidays.
Models stitched on 28 count antique white linen with DMC floss and Kreinik #4 braid.
- Each card measures 50 x 50 for a... Read more
Cross-stitch pattern from Mirabilla featuring fairies. Model stitched on 32 count Spun Silver linen by Wichelt Imports, using DMC thread, Mill Hill beads, and Rainbow Gallery thread. Note from the Designer- The black triangle-DMC 3766 is listed in the key but DOES NOT appear in the chart. Stitch count: 168W x 205H.
This pattern from Cotton Pixels features a 3 dimensional mouse with pink ears, and acorn & leaf pattern on the body.
Model stitched on 32 Ct. Lambswool Linen by Permin using DMC thread. Stitch count is 63 x 63.
The model was stitched on 36 Ct. Barb's Blend by R&R Reproductions (or fabric of your choice) with Weeks Dye Works Floss. Stitch Count: 91W x 126H. Finished size: 5" x 7".
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Patriot's Brew with DMC floss, Weeks Dye Works floss and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 161W x 182H. Finished size: 9" x 10 1/8".
Reprint of a previously discontinued pattern. Models stitched over two on 32 Ct. Natural Light Linen using DMC floss. Stitch Count for Each: 62H x 68W. Finished Size: 3 7/8" x 4 1/4"
Reprint of a previously discontinued design. Model stitched over two on 32 Ct. Lambswool using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 53W x 82H. Finished Size: 3 3/8" x 5 1/4"
Model stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. White evenweave fabric with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 91W x 98H. Finished size: 6 1/2" x 7" Designed by Pamela Kellogg
Model stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. White evenweave fabric with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 76W x 84H. Finished size: 5 3/8" x 6" Designed by Pamela Kellogg
Model stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. white Lugana with DMC floss and Kreinik #8 Braid. Stitch Count: 99W x 87H. Finished Size: 7" x 6 1/8" Designed by Pamela Kellogg
The 2021 Cross Stitch Biscornu Calendar features 12 cross stitch Biscornu Pincushion Ornament patterns, one suitable to each month of the year. Designed by Pamela Kellogg of Kitty And Me Designs.Finishing directions for Biscornu pincushions are included.Each design is 50 stitches square. On 14 count... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Kitty and Me featuring a spectacular purple and white cat decorated with spots of orange!
Model stitched over 2 on 28 ct White Lugana with DMC thread and Kreinik #4 braid. Stitch Count: 115w x 83h. Finished size: 8 1/8" x 5 7/8". Designed by Pamela Kellogg
Celebrate all the seasons and lot's of holidays with this lovely home sampler. Featuring charming Victorian cottages decked out for different holidays. From Valentine's Day, Fourth of July, Halloween, to Christmas, there's something for everybody! Stitch as individual holiday motifs or as a sampler... Read more
"ANSAK - Australians & New Zealanders Adore Krosssittch" Model stitched on fabric of your choice with one color of floss. Finished sizes: 14/28 Ct. fabric 16.57" x 17.36" with 150.5 meters of floss, 16/32 Ct. fabric 14.5" x 15.19" with 133 meters of floss, 18/36 Ct. fabric... Read more
"Turn your face to the sun and the shadows fall behind you." Model stitched on fabric of your choice with one color of floss. Finished sizes: 14/28 Ct. fabric 14.21" x 16.79" with 106.9 meters of floss, 16/32 Ct. fabric 12.44" x 14.69" with 93.8 meters of floss, 18/36 Ct.... Read more
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with one color of floss (plus a short length of 6 ply white). Stitch count is 353 x 352. Floss requirements - 14/28 Ct fabric 346.8 meters, 16/32 Ct fabric 304.3 meters, 18/36 Ct fabric 137.2 meters.
Model stitched on 27 Ct. Cream linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads, Weeks Dye Works floss, and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 45W x 101H. Comes with a yellow button.
"When we do what we can, God will do what we cannot." Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Flax Belfast linen with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 128W x 40H. Finished size: 8" x 2.5" Comes with a pink button, beads & bonus pattern.
"Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass - it's about learning to dance in the rain". Model stitched over 2 threads on 30 Ct. Natural (or Portobello) linen with Classic Colorworks floss, Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 129W x 51H. Finished size:... Read more
"Faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see." Model stitched on 30 Ct. Natural Linen (or 30 Count Portobello Linen) with Gentle Art Sampler threads, Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss. Approximate design size: 9.33" x 3.75". Chart comes with... Read more
Vinnie Von Fang is back! This not so spooky vampire comes with the pattern, gemstones for cuff links, gold star buttons, googly eyes, black seed beads, silver ribbon & bat button.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 30 Ct. Chartreuse linen with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 66W x 117H. Finished size: 4.4" x 7.8". Comes with finishing instructions.