I created Miss Campbell's Scissors Keep using a motif from an antique Scottish sampler in my collection, Margaret Campbell 1848. The Angus Trees on each side of her house caught my attention right away. These trees were just made to be turned into a scissors case. I did take a small liberty with the... Read more
This romantic sampler pattern by Needle Treasures Nook features the phrase "Bid me to love and I will a loving heart to thee" with a spot for the couple's names and wedding year!
This pattern is stitched on 32 ct. natural linen using DMC, Gentle Arts, and NPI threads. Stitch count is 88w x 197h and finished size is 5.5" x 12.31".
A charming patriotic sampler. The individual blocks would make a cute ornament set as well. 8 Charms included!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Belfast Flax Linen using DMC threads. Stitch Count 117 x 117. Finished size is 7.31" x 7.31". Fits in a standard 8" x 8" frame, or 10"/12" x 10"/12" if matted or mounted.
Two reproduction samplers that are a collaboration between NeedleWorkPress and GigiR Designs. Note from designers: "We are happy to join together again to bring you this duo of samplers, linked together by their sweet verses. Stitch one, or both, or use them as inspiration to create your own... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring Adam and Eve in a sampler!
The antique was stitched on slightly unevenweave linen, close in color to Baked Clay by Fox and Rabbit. Stitch count is 116 x 165. Finished size on 32 Ct is 7.25" x 10.3".
Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring a sampler with the phrase "Life, He lives long that lives well and time misspent is not lived but lost"!
Model is stitched on 36 count Saltbush linen by Fox and Rabbit using Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 126 x 162
Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring a lovely sampler with the phrase "There beyond the sky, A heaven of joy and love, And holy children when they die, Go to that world above".
Stitched on 36 count Baked Clay fabric using Classic Colorworks. Stitch count is 146 x 195. Finished size is 8.2 x 10.83
Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring a lovely reproduction sampler with the phrase "All you my friends who now expect to see a piece of marking thus perform by me cast but a smile on this my mean endeavor i'll strive to mend and be obedient ever"
This alphabet design from New York Dreamer features flowers and the saying "A bloom c daisy e flowers g h ice cream j kite m n o pots q rain spring time u v w x y z."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Kenneth from Grace Notes Fabric with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count; 134 x 180. Finished size: 8.375" x 11.25"
I love the sort of "chocolate box" feel of this little sampler. It's got an old fashioned feel and come on, that row of stars is so fun! It would be simple to personalize this design with different hair color for you and your sweetie. I chose a deep frame for the model to emphasize the... Read more
A soft and feminine sampler celebrating the written letter.
The pattern is stitched on 32 ct. linen using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and DMC threads. Stitch count is 177 x 213. Finished size is 11.06" x 13.31".
This sampler is a unique and colorful German sampler. It contains picturesque scenes typical of German samplers.
The model was stitched on Tabbycat "Cockleshell" with Weeks Dye Works floss. DMC equivalents are included. The design is stiched in cross stitch over 2. Stitch count: 259 (w) x 252 (h)
This sampler is an adaption from the Harmon Museum in Lebanon Ohio. Lydia stitched her sampler on linen with wool floss. She was 11 years old at the time.
The model was stitched Linen with Gentle Arts Wool threads. Stitch count: 125 (w) x 145 (h).
This design is exclusive for the Nashville show for 2 months. This is a quick stitch with shades of blue, green, and rust accomplished in cross stitch over 2.
Stitched on Cedar River "Maple Bar" 40 ct. with 100/3 silks. Stitch count: 149 (w) x 202 (h). Finished size is 7 1/2" x 10 1/8".
This cute, fast stitch is new to the Willow Samplings line of our designs. It is very easy to frame yourself.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct linen using Au Ver A Soie Silk threads with DMC conversion. Stitch Count: 200 (w) x 155 (h). Finished size is 10" x 7.75".
This is a primitive stitch added to the Willow Samplings line of designs. It is very colorful and the verse is telling. Ann was 10 years old in 1824 when she stitched her sampler.
"This I have done for you to see what care my parents took of me"
This design is a modern design in the style of Traditional Samplers. It celebrates Spring because that is where Australia is headed next! There are deer, birds, bunnies, butterflies, a dog and cat enjoying the new fruits and flowers of the season.
Sampler Model is stitched on 18 count Bush Scrub fabric by Paddock Lane Designs. Stitch count 160x90.
This design is a modern design in the style of Traditional Samplers. It celebrates Spring because that is where Australia is headed next! There are deer, birds, bunnies, butterflies, a dog and cat enjoying the new fruits and flowers of the season.
The smalls are stitched on 32 count Bush Scrub linen fabric by Paddock Lane Designs. Stitch counts 50x50, 59x39 and 60x70
"Live Simply that Others May Simply Live." A sampler in the style of the Quaker samplers of the 17th and 18th centuries. Stitched with a single color of dark floss (Gentle Arts: Blueberry, Vikki Clayton Hand Dyed Fibers: Konini, or DMC #930/#3740). Stitch Count: 108W x 170H.
A stunning sampler that would make a fabulous wedding gift - "Love is Patient, Love is Kind. It does not envy, it does not boast...." The sampler can be worked in two thread colors of your choice. The stitch count is 260W x 434H and uses all full stitches so is suitable for linen, evenweave, or aida.
Featuring the octagonal motifs often seen in old Quaker Samplers, this game board has a wise saying around it's border - "All work and no play makes Jack a Dull Boy. All Play and No Work Make Jack a Mere Toy." Worked in all cross stitch but suggestions are given for adding specialty stitches... Read more
A nostalgic look back to a simpler place and time. This quaint sampler shows a Swiss Shepherd and his family standing in their band-sampler garden in the shadow of the alphabet mountains. The stitch count is 194W x 245H. Choose your favorite fabric and one color of any thread (you will need 63 yards).
Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Ivory Lugana using Gloriana Silk Floss. The sampler can be worked in two thread colors of your choice. Stitch Count: 125 x 125. Design Size: 8" x 8"
This design takes its inspiration from the beautiful patchwork quilts that are a tradition in so many countries. It is charted for six colours but, just as patchworks were made from scraps of fabric left over from other projects, this design would be a wonderful way to use up threads you have... Read more
Design is stitched on 28 or 32 count fabric using DMC floss or The Gentle Art Sampler Threads equivalent: (Shutter Green (2), Pine (2), Red Plum (2), Presidential Blue (7), Brandy (1), Maple Syrup (1), Huckleberry (2), Tropical Ocean (2), Peacock (3), Black Raspberry Jam (1)), Kreinik, and Mill Hill... Read more