Note from the designer - "Rhode Island samplers were among the first American schoolgirl embroideries to be recognized by serious collectors and textile scholars as a distinctive group with extraordinary visual appeal. The Sheffield sampler is delicately worked with an unusually pleasing... Read more
This Irish Quaker sampler features an alphabet at the tope, verse, bands, and flowers. The verse reads "Great Almighty God above plant in my heart a fund of love, that I my mercies may adore and bless and praise thee evermore."
Model is stitched on 40 ct linen using either cotton... Read more
Note from the designer - "Eleanor Parr created this amazing and unique sampler some time before 1835. The border of birds encircled by vines and leaves is unprecedented. Fleurs de lys embellish each of the four corners surrounding a central reserve containing a traditional verse, floral sprays... Read more
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
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 - "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
Note from the designer - "A characteristically northern German sampler, this example from Hamburg consists of random symbolic spot motifs, with a unifying central scene and borders. Religious symbols are commonly found on almost all continental samplers, and Adam and Eve in particular is often... Read more
"Our life is never at a stand, Tis like a fading flower. Death, which is always near at hand, comes nearer every hour. And those who are now young and gay, like roses in their bloom, will very soon be old and grey, and wither in the tomb. Then let us all prepare to die, since death is near and... Read more
This is a reproduction of a Dutch Sampler. It depicts a red stag, a number of flower pots and four rather inconspicuous birds.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 35 Ct. Gray Linen from Weeks Dye Works with Gentle Art Sampler threads and DMC floss. The stitch count is 264W x 260H and the finished size is 15" x 14 3/4".
Model stitched over two threads on 32 Ct. Antique White Belfast linen with Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works floss and DMC floss(or all DMC 818, 962, 600, 3053, 3052, 469, 935, 862, white). Stitch Count: 86W x 133H. Finished size: 5.4" x 8.3".
Model stitched on 28 Ct. HPI daybreak Lugana by Polstitches (or fabric of your choice) with DMC floss and Kreinik #4 braid. Stitch Count: 138W x 318H. Finished size: 9 3/4" x 22 5/8".
Cross stitch pattern from Kitty and Me featuring a bird, flowers, and bible verse "joy cometh in the morning - Psalm 30:5"
Model stitched over 2 threads on 28 ct. Vintage Evenweave with Gentle Art thread (or all DMC 471, 834, 3021, 920, 590, 712, 310, 469). Stitch Count: 100w x 147h. Finished size: 7 1/8" x 10 1/2". Designed by Pamela Kellogg
Model stitched over two on 36 Ct. Shale using DMC floss, Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 252W x 229H. Design Size: 14" x 13"
Model stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Barn Owl Beige by Silkweavers or 40 Ct. Examplar by Lakeside Linens. Stitch Count for this design by itself is 67x71. Associated threads are those used just in this design.
Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. Stars Hollow Blend from R&R Reproductions using Classic Colorworks or DMC 3830. Stitch Count: 158W x 156H. Design Size: 7 7/8" x 7 3/4"
Model stitched one over two on 36 Ct. Heartland using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works or all DMC. Stitch Count: 170W x 157H. Design Size: 9 3/8" x 8 3/4"
Model stitched over two on 36 Ct. Winter Brew using DMC floss and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 185W x 116. Finished Size: 10 1/4" x 6 1/2". Finishing Instructions Included.
Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Beautiful Beige Linen using Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 45W x 125H. Design Size: 2 3/4" x 7 3/4". Frame from Family Tree Frame Company 4" x 9" June in Fleamarket Icing.
"Dark the night and wild the wave, Christ the boat is keeping, Trust in Him and have no fear, Though he seemeth sleeping." Included with the pattern are four color ways of floss that you can mix to get your perfect palette and four linens for you to choose from (not listed above: 28 count Cocoa, Cappuccino, and Mocha from Weeks Dye Works). Stitch Count: 155x193
Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Beautiful Beige Linen using Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 45W x 125H. Design Size: 2 3/4" x 7 3/4". Frame from Family Tree Frame Company 4" x 9" June in Fleamarket Icing.
"Little deeds of kindness, little words of love, make our Earth and Eden like the Heaven above." Model stitched one over two on 36 Ct. Grey by Wees Dye Works using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 129W x 157H. Design Size: 7 1/8" x 8 5/8"
A selection of specialty stitches will add variety and interest to this sampler in counted cross-stitch. Stitched on sea foam green Aida cloth, this design will pop out at you when you stitch it.
Stitch count 198w X 140h. Finished size on 14-ct fabric 14-1/8" X 10"
. Model stitched on 14 Count Beige Aida Fabric.
Wonderful details, delicate colors and a vintage seed packet label feel make this botanical style sampler a coveted piece. Featuring nine culinary herbs: oregano, rosemary, parsley, bay laurel, garlic, chives, spearmint, dill, and basil. This design, whether stitched as individual herbs or as a... Read more
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with one color of floss. Finished sizes: 14/28 Ct. fabric 11.64" x 23.50" with 139.9 meters of floss, 16/32 Ct. fabric 10.19" x 20.56" with 122.8 meters of floss, 18/36 Ct. fabric 9.06" x 18.28" with 54.9 meters of floss. Stitch Count:... Read more
Model stitched on 32 ct Permin Coffee Bean linen or 32 ct Dirty linen using DMC floss, Kreinik very fine braids, and Mill Hill beads. Stitch count is 162 x 250.
Reprint of a previously discontinued pattern. All models stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Lambswool using DMC floss. Stitch Count for Sampler: 151H x 70W. Finished Size: 9 5/8" x 4 3/8". Stitch Count for Summer Foursome: 74H x 72W. Finished Size: 4 5/8" x 4 1/2". Stitch Count for Individual Ornaments: 30W x 34W. Finished Size: 1 7/8" x 2 1/8"
Good friends are the perennials in the garden of life. The road to a friend's house is never long. Butterflies and flowers highlight this tender message that is written between letters of the alphabet. This chart pack comes with full color image, easy-to-read chart and a list of DMC floss color numbers. Stitch Count 149w X 188h. Design stitched on 14 Count White Aida.
"Together is a beautiful place to be." Model stitched over two threads on 30 Ct. Light Khaki linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 63W x 110H. Design Size: 5" x 8"