"Why this in haste sweet boy so soon To go. And leave in tears thy weeping Friends below. Some heavenly voice Dear object of their love calld hence
Thy soul to dwell in realms above Scarce hadst thou learnt the good from
All to know Nor yet had drank the Bitter cup of woe. When heaven ordaind... Read more
"Teach me to feel another's woe To hide the fault I see That mercy I to others show That mercy show to me." The saying on this sampler was written by Alexander Pope (1688-1744) who is considered to be one of the greatest English poets of the 18th century. Sarah stitched this sampler on 50 count linen and it was perfectly executed.
"The Miracle" by L.H. Bailey, "Yesterday the twig was brown and bare
Today the glint of green is there, Tomorrow will be leaflets spare, I know no thing so wondrous fair, No miracle so strangely rare, I wonder what will next be there".
Note from the designer - This sampler takes its name from the town of Blairgowrie, located in the region of Perthshire in the center of Scotland. The town, with its red stone buildings, grew rapidly due largely to the town's location on the banks of the River Ericht. In the 18th century the... Read more
This pattern was my chosen blessing sampler to stitch for 2025. (Traditionally, finishing blessing samplers by the end of the month of January is thought to bring blessings to your home/stitching). It is adorned with bonnie thistles and has a Scottish Blessing verse; I am proud to release this... Read more
This delightful pair of English samplers are a low-cost stitch, as they are stitched entirely in DMC on "Vintage Country Mocha". I think they'd be wonderful to customize as birth samplers, or you could stitch the central motifs as pin-pillows.
This sweet little sampler can be attached to an antique wooden bobbin, framed, or made into a pillow. Perhaps you have other ideas. I hope you'll change the girl's hair, eye, and skin colors to match your own. Perhaps you might also want the change to color of her dress to your favorite color.
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"Lord what is life tis like a flower That blofsoms and is gone We see it flourish for an hour With all its beauty on". This sampler is dated December 24, 1834. I was told this sampler was a Christmas gift to Louisa's parents. Louisa was 9 years old when she completed this brightly colored beauty.
"Few to good breeding make a just pretence Good breeding is the blossom of good sense. The last result of an accomplished mind. With outward grace the bodys virtue joined". I love the bands and motifs Mary Ann used in this sampler. The colors in this sampler are beautiful... the mix of blue and coral is outstanding.
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with any one color of floss. DMC skeins converted by dividing length in meter by 8 because there are 8 meters of threads in a DMC skein. Stitch Count: 188x647. Includes alphabet and number chart.
Autumn Days is an original cross stitch pattern from Whilst Iris Naps Designs that can be made into a drum finish.
The stitch count for the design is 204 x 86, and on 40ct the finished size is approximately 10 1/4 inches by 4 1/4 inches (26cm x 11cm). The pattern is predominantly full... Read more
This primitive garden scene was stitched over two threads on 36 Ct. Meadow Lark Linen. using Gentle Art Sampler Threads. Stitch count: 66W x 65H. Design Size: 5" x 5"
Model stitched over two threads on 28 Count Star Sapphire Linen Fabric using Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 72W x 72H. Shown with a button from Just Another Button Company.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Natural Light linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 72W x 72H. Finished size: 5" x 5". Use french knot for doorknob or Mill Hill bead #40557. Shown with a watermelon button from Just Another Button Company (or stitch as graphed)
Cross stitch pattern from Homespun Samplar featuring a long sampler filled with animals and the phrase "Bless this child and keep him safe. I am Gerald Yesmyay born March 17 1995 in the town of south Kingstown state of RI. Born to Yoraine and Dennis Yesmyay"!
Pattern is stitched on 30 ct tea colored linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 85 x 257.
This quick and easy holiday design features a Christmas tree, alphabet and a cute holly border. Model stitched over two threads on 32 ct Natural light linen using Weeks & Gentle Arts floss. Stitch Count: 39W x 100H. Design Size: 3" x 7"
Celebrate your love by stitching this sweet sampler. Model stitched over two threads on 36 Ct. Meadow Lark Linen using Gentle Art Sampler Threads. Stitch count: 41W x 59H. Design Size: 3" x 4"
Cute design for your country kitchen. Features an alphabet with the word "HEN" in bold letters. Model stitched on 32 Ct. Natural Light using Gentle Art and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 59W x 111H. Design Size: 4" x 7"
Model stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Dirty Cashel linen with Weeks Dye Works floss and Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 80W x 119H. Finished size approximately 5 3/4" x 8 1/2".
Model stitched two over two on 28 Ct. Summer Khaki using Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 76W x 120H. Design Size: 6" x 9"
Two sheep and two blackbirds admire the willow tree outside of the majestic inn. Model stitched on 16 Ct. Betsy Ross linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 69W x 189H. Finished Size is 4.31 in wide X 11.81 in high.
"A tree is known by its fruit" This sweet sampler was stitched over two threads on 36 Ct. Meadow Lark Linen. using Gentle Art Sampler Threads. Stitch count: 67W x 124H. Finished Size: 4" x 7"
Pattern by Little House Needleworks featuring sheep under a tree with birds and the words, "The Gathering Room".
Stitched on 16 count Natural Aida with DMC floss & Wisper specialty thread (Rainbow Gallery) W63 blended with DMC 3782 for sheep. (Alternative to using Wisper is 1... Read more
Stitched on 28 count Americana Blend Linen with DMC floss and Classic Color Works threads. The stitch count is 103W x 125H. Finished size is 7.36 in wide X 8.93 in high.
Lovely floral sampler stitched on 28 Ct. Country French Chantilly linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 61W x 94H. Finished Size is 4.36 in wide X 6.71 in high.
Model stitched on two over two on 32 Ct. Cream Belfast linen using DMC & Weeks Dye Works floss. Also required, but not listed above SV-CP207 (red coral inlaid Heart Charm). Stitch Count: 66 x 178. Finished Size: 4" x 11".
Kitty's Cozy Cottage features a plentiful supply of fish and an alphabet with "Catnip", "Mouse", "Purr", and "Yarn" hidden inside. Model stitched on 28 Ct. Clay Cashel linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 79W x 97H.
Cute little sampler featuring a tall skinny house, a majestic pine tree, and acorns. Model stitched on 28 Ct. Natural Pearl linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 65W x 65H and the finished size is 4.64" x 4.64".
A modern-day tapestry using the entire alphabet with motifs to represent each letter.
The ABC Tapestry is stitched on 32 count Antique Ivory Belfast Linen with DMC floss. The bellpull is stitched on 28 count Cream Cashel Linen with DMC floss. The stitch count for the ABC Tapestry is 290W... Read more
"The fruit of the spirit is Love, Joy, Peace." Model stitched on 32ct. Vintage Sand Dune Linen using Needlepoint Silk Threads & Silk N Colors. Stitch count is 145 X 103.