"For those unfamiliar with the Book of Days, it's a monthly calendar with plenty of space to jot down notes each day--whether stitching progress, appointments or birthday reminders. The Book of Days is a favorite among stitchers and non-stitchers alike. Each year we include a different antique... Read more
Stitched on your choice of fabric using Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 104 x 87. Finished size options are: 40 count: 12" x 11". 36 count 5.8" x 4.9". 32 count is 6.5" x 5.5". 28 count is 7.5" x 6.2".
Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring a variation of the Centennial Eagle design. Adapted by NeedleWork Press from an antique in the Collection of Linda Danielson, Samplers Rembered.
Stitched on your choice of fabric using DMC or Classic Colorwork floss. Stitch Count is 130 x 124. Finished size is 9.3" x 8.9" on 28 count fabric.
Model stitched on 36 Ct. Vintage Country Mocha linen with one over two using Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 95W x 380H. Finished size: 5.28 in wide X 21.11 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring an antique sampler reproduction. Ellen's sampler brings to life a variety of flora and fauna that an 11-year-old might have observed in her surroundings back in 1870. You will delight in stitching the birds, dogs, and deer that join the plants, urns, baskets, and borders.
Cross Stitch pattern from Needle Work Press featuring a sampler with animals and a house!
Model is stitched on your choice of fabric, suggested fabric listed, using Gentle art and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 183 x 237. Finished size on 32 Ct is 11.4" x 14.8".
This cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress is a reimagining of a 19th Century pinkeep.
The model was stitched with 1 strand of floss over 1 fabric thread on 32 Ct. Straw linen by Weeks Dye Works with Au Ver A Soie 100/3 silk floss. Stitch Count: 110x117 for each side. Finished size: 3.4" x 3.7". Finishing instructions included.
Pattern is stitched on 36 Ct linen using Classic Colorworks and Gentle Arts threads with DMC conversion (may need more or less threads than listed, depending on fabric choice). Stitch count is 270 x 282. Finished size is 15" x 15.7".
A banner from Needlework Press featuring alphabets! Model was stitched on 40 count Paperbark hand dyed linen from Fox & Rabbit and stitched with silks from Soie 100/3. DMC conversion is included in the chart. Stitch count is 436 x 40.
Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring a red sampler!
Stitched on 32 count Beige by Weeks Dye Works using either Weeks Dye Works Red Rocks or Classic Colorworks Cherry Cobbler. Stitch count is 179 x 148. Finished size is 11.19 in wide X 9.25 in high.
Model stitched one over two on 37 Ct. Aesthetic White Legacy Linen using Gloriana Red Tudor Silk or Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 485W x 233H. Design Size: 27" x 13"
Model stitched 2 over 2 on 36 count linen of your choice using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts and Weeks Dye Works (with DMC alternatives). Stitch count is 121 x 150 and the finished size is 6.72" x 8.33".
Model stitched on 28 Ct. Vintage Buttercream by Lakeside Linens with Gentle Art Sampler Threads (or DMC 939, 3768). Stitch Count; 88x90. Shown finished in a Lone Elm Lane Shaker Box.
Model stitched over 1 thread on 40 Ct. Straw linen with Gloriana Silks (Jacaranda, Blue Spruce, Blue Spruce Light, Antique Gold Dark, Sand Castles, Toadstool, Jersey Shore) and Soie d'Alger (2632) - or DMC floss (3031, 502, 503, 453, 841, 830, 822, 3859). Stitch Count is 240W x 250H. Finished size is 7.5" x 9".
In adapting this sampler to be stitched over one and two threads of linen - instead of 1, 2, 3, and 4 as stitched by Mary - we endeavored to remain true to her composition while creating a more "stitchable" sampler. While the antique is framed, we decided to hemstitch our sampler. We are fortunate that Mary included her age, middle initial and the date she stitched her sampler.
The name and style of this sampler led us to investigate whether it was created in Spain or Mexico. Mexican sampler scholar Mayela Flores Enriquez, PhD, confirmed that although the name is Hispanic, the style of flower baskets and larger girl are not consistent with Mexican dechados (samplers). The... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring an antique animal design. Sometime during the height of Berlin Wood Work, a child saw a deer resting in the woods and decided to recreate its regal presence, along with some delightful motifs frequently seen on samplers of the era. Found in the UK and recreated for your stitching pleasure.
Although we have been unable to identify our sampler maker, she definitely knew her geography. Harriet accurately listed the states and territories of the date she stitched in her sampler. Even though the antique sampler is in a tattered state, we are especially happy to preserve Harriet's legacy by recreating her sampler to be enjoyed today.
We are so excited to recreate a well-used and tattered watch pocket that no doubt held a lady's watch from bygone days. A ribbon tab on the back of the antique likely was intended to be used to hang the stitched pocket from a display book. We did examine the inside of the antique, revealing some fading of the blue-green floss. Perhaps the maker depicted her home or school as well as beloved pets.
Pattern is stitched on 18 ct perforated paper from Mill Hill using either DMC floss or Au Ver A Soie 100.3. Stitch count is 218 x 149. Finished Size is 12.11 in wide X 8.28 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Needle Work Press featuring a sampler with the phrase "The loss of a father is much but the loss of a mother is more but he loss of Christ is such a loss as no one can restore".
Pattern is stitched on 30 ct Cornsilk from Weeks Dye Works using Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch count is 170 x 202.
Cross stitch pattern from Needle WorkPress featuring a fun sampler with a house and flowers!
Model stitched on 40 ct. Flannel Flower linen by Fox and Rabbit using Classic Colorworks thread. Stitch count is 371 X 338. Finished size is 24 x 23.
Cross stitch pattern from Needle Work Press featuring a sampler with the phrase "Glory to god in the highest and on earth peace goodwill towards men. -St. Luke 2:14. And it came to pass as the angels were gone away from them into heaven the shepherds said one to another, let us now go even unto... Read more
This cross stitch pattern by Needlework Press features the quote "I joyfully apply myself to the Needlework that is to be done. I am grateful for the ability to do this art."
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Gray from Weeks Dye Works using Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 283 x 83. Finished size is 15.8" x 4.6".