Model stitched one over two on 36 Ct. Vintage Light Examplar using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works. Specialty Stitches Used. Stitch Count: 206W x 205W. Design Size: 11.2" x 11.2"
Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Sandcastle from Seraphim Fabrics or 40 Ct. Parchment from Weeks Dye Works using Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 234W x 246H. Design Size: 11 5/8" x 12... Read more
"This I have done to let you see how my parents did educated me. Amelia Prescott in the year 1824." Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Dapple using Needlepoint Inc. Silk. Stitch Count: 260W x 212H. Design Size: 13" x 10 1/2".
Model stitched on 56 count, using Au Ver A Soie - 100.3 threads. Stitch count: 191 x 200. The given spools/skeins will be enough for 14ct Aida/ 28ct linen or 56ct linen. Stitches used are cross stitch over 2 threads and Algerian eyelets. Suitable for needleworkers of all abilities.
We have provided DMC alternatives for the discontinued Soie d'Alger (2546 and 3744).
Mary's sampler has been reproduced on 40ct Lakeside Linen in Vintage Buttercream with Soie d'Alger floss. The stitch count is 278 x 354. Stitch on fabric of your choice.
Note: 2 QTY of Soie 100.3 thread 705 is not available.
Rosa's sampler has been reproduced on 56 fabric of your choice with Au Ver A Soie - Silk 100/3. Stitch count is 126x170. Stitch on fabric of your choice.
Also required, but currently out of production - Au Ver A Soie Silk 100/3 #410.
Note: Only one spool or skein is required... Read more
Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Heartland using Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 185W x 145H. Design Size: 9.25" x 7.25"
I am so proud of this book! The culmination of a year of effort, this book includes 5 reproduction sampler graphs and one supplemental project, articles and thoughts about the samplers included and other... Read more
Reproduction cross stitch pattern from Hands Across the Sea Samplers! Mary stitched her delightful sampler with cross stitch over two threads of linen and four-sided stitch. The sampler is suitable for needleworkers of all levels of ability and can be stitched on Aida, Linaida or linen.
This sampler is an adaptation of an undated and unsigned antique in my collection. I made minor changes to a few of the motifs, and I changed some of the thread colors. However, the spirit of this lovely sampler remains the same as the antique. I hope you'll... Read more
I fell in love with the unique border on this diminutive antique sampler the moment I saw it. I've modified the border from the antique to bring what I loved most about it - the subtle gradation of greens - into greater... Read more
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.
A collection of 3 designs sharing a similar schoolgirl theme. Alice Garner was stitched on 40 ct. Grey, Clara Beacher was stitched on 40 ct. Legacy or any cream linen, and Edith Greyson was stitched on 40 ct. Aztec Red.
Stitch counts:
Alice Garner: 109 x 70
Clara Beacher: 80 x 80
Edith Greyson: 117 x 61.
Model stitched on 40 ct. Sheep's Straw linen using DMC and Weeks Dye Works thread. Stitch count is 234 x 314. Finished size is approx. 11.7 in wide X 15.7 in high on 40 ct.
This design by Annie Beez Folk Art features an alphabet and number sampler, along with hearts, flowers, and birds! At the bottom the design reads "Margaret Robertson August 14 1855"
Model stitched on 40ct Vintage Examplar by Lakeside Linens using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works thread.
Stitch count: 137w x 139h.
The model was stitched using Foxtail Millett by Legacy Linen which is available in 45ct. The comparable colours in Legacy's Linen's range are Victoria Sponge Cake in 30ct, Corn Tassel in 37ct and Sycamore Seedpod in 53/63ct.The model was stitched using Soie 100.3 from Au Ver Soie. We have included below conversions for Soie d'Alger and DMC.
Cross stitch pattern from Cross Stitch Antiques featuring a sampler with the phrase "When house and land is gone and spent, learning is most excellent"!
Model stitched on 40 ct. Vintage Examplar by Lakeside Linens using DMC thread. Stitch count is 131 x 185.
Cross stitch pattern from Darling & Whimsy Designs featuring a lovely sampler with the phrase "When this you see remember mee and keep mee in your mind. Let the world say what it will speak of me as you find"!
This sampler design by Hello From Liz Mathews features flowers, trees, and "Youth and vigor soon will flee. Blooming beauty lose it's charms. All that's mortal soon will be enclosed in death's cold arms." A second chart combines a collection of the motifs from the large sampler... Read more
The Vintage Sampler Cross Stitch by Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet elegantly pays homage to the samplers of another era. This beautiful pattern incorporates all the hallmark elements of a traditional sampler designed to showcase needlework skills. This sampler can stand alongside those made long ago,... Read more
This set of designs by JBW Designs features 5 different antique samplers from 5 different stitchers: Olive Rowley, Helene Schnoor, Edith Isherwood, Ada Padoan, and Monica Marshall.
Five antique samplers are included with this collection. Select a fabric and thread of your choice.
Olive... Read more
Note from the designer: This tiny petite sampler was acquired at an estate sale in Michigan. The simplicity of the piece is the charming "as Hannah stitched her sampler in 1822 at the Faringdon Subscription School near Oxford, England."
Over two model was stitched over 1 thread on... Read more
This reproduction sampler from Jeannette Douglas features "Let the sweet work of prayer and praise employ my youngest breath, thus I'm prepared for longer days or fit for early death. Remember thy creator in the days of thy youth. Ann Perrin finished this sampler in the 14th year of her age... Read more
I am delighted to share this antique with you. It is from 1840 of Dutch origin. The sampler had lots of great motifs and I loved the top rows of crowns and shields, but the composition did not please me, it had large blank spots on it. I saw this piece as more enjoyable in the vertical format as... Read more
Antonia Rosel y Garcia 1886 is a reproduction of an antique Spanish sampler.The Faded model is stitched on 40 ct Antique Lace by Seraphim Hand-dyed Fabrics using one strand of the silks over two linen threads. The Bright is stitched on 36 ct Affogato by Fibers on a Whim using one strand of silk over... Read more
Birds on the Temple is a reproduction of a sweet little antique sampler. While there is a set of initials and a year on the sampler, what really stood out to me was the birds sitting on the temple. I decided to use The Gentle Arts Simply Wool again for this one. It's such a joy to stitch with.... Read more
Elisabeth LeConte, 1786 is a reproduction of an antique sampler I found here in Maryland. This was a teaching piece at the 2023 Sunshine Stitchers Retreat in Florida last spring.
My reproduction is stitched on 40-Count Hawthorne linen from Fiber on a Whim using Needlepoint Silks. The stitch count is 197 Wide by 167 High.
This pattern from La D D features a reproduction sampler with a large white house, flowers, birds and "Mary Collier, her work in the 9th year of her age, the year 1814."
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Spiced Honey from Color and Cotton. Stitch count is 222 x 268.
Cross stitch pattern from Lila's Studio featuring a reproduction sampler with the Lord's Prayer.
The model was stitched with 1 strand of floss over 2 threads of fabric on 40 Ct. Old Massachusetts by The Primitive Hare with Gloriana Silk floss. Stitch Count: 144 x 172. Finished size: 7.2" x 8.6"
This reproduction sampler from Little Robin Designs features a vintage look, a great addition to any sampler collection
This design is stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Vintage Light Examplar from Lakeside Linens with AVAS and NPI silks. Stitch Count: 254 x 261. Finished size: 12.7" x 13".