This sampler design features a gardener watering her tomato vine, surrounded by all the letters of the alphabet.
The model was stitched over two threads on 36 Ct. Affogato by Fiber on a Whim with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks, and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 129W x 109H. Finished Size: 7.17w x 6.06h.
Enter the world of red school samplers and discover the fascinating history and tradition of this special embroidery art. Red samplers are a unique piece of cultural heritage: once a compulsory part of girls' education, now loved by embroidery enthusiasts worldwide.
On the back of this framed antique, was found a very aged handwritten note: "This Sampler was worked by Mary Coleby of Kelvedon, Essex when Eleven years of age at Ackworth School Yorkshire. Born 1792 - married in 1814 to Edward Gripper of Layer Breton Hall, Essex - had thirteen children - died... Read more about Mary Coleby, Ackworth School 1803 - Cross Stitch Pattern
Cross stitch pattern from Pansy Patch Quilts and Stitchery featuring a lovely sampler with bees!
Honey Bee Sampler is stitched on 36 count linen, one strand of floss over two linen threads with the following floss: Creme Brulee by Roxy Floss Co. (8 yard skeins) - requires 3 skeins. Stitch count is 179w x 187h. Finished size is 9.94 in wide X 10.39 in high.
Milady's Posies is a beauty, if I do say so myself. The center "posy" is a reproduction of an antique powder compact. The flowers were stitched on silk gauze which decorates the top of the compact.
Stitched on 40 count fabric using DMC threads. Stitch count is 249 x 87. Finished size is 12.45 in wide X 4.35 in high.
What could be better than spending time in The Strawberry Patch? This is a small sampler celebrating the perfect strawberry.
The pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Parchment by Weeks Dye Works using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 77 x 66. Finished size is 4.81" x 4.13".
Cross Stitch pattern from Cosford Rise Stitchery featuring a lovely sampler!
Model stitched on 36ct Vintage Country Mocha using The Gentle Arts, Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works and DMC, one strand over two. DMC conversion included. Stitch count is 226h x 225w. Finished size is 12.56 in wide X 12.5 in high.
She is delicate and so very pretty. Being a monochromatic stitch made her very relaxing to work on.
Model stitched on 46 count Linen using Flamingo Floss by Gloriana. Small patterns are available as a separate chart. Stitch count: 158 x 124. Finished Size: 6.87w X 5.39h
Cross stitch pattern from Stacy Nash featuring a beautiful sampler of a home with a floral border!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 ct Linen with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch counts are 179 x 191 (Sampler) and 137 x 49 (pin keep). Finished sizes are 10" x 10" (sampler) and 3.5" x 3".
This was originally designed for Quilter's Station's fall retreats last year. It was designed to fit on an eighth yard of the 36-count Flax Edinburgh, which makes for economical kitting. Big brick houses, strawberry borders, blocky alphabets, and friendly quilting motifs are quintessential elements... Read more about Kindness Makes Friends - Cross Stitch Pattern
Cross stitch pattern from Samplers Not Forgotten featuring a lovely sampler with garden flowers!
Model stitched over two threads on 36 ct Beige from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 208w x 196h. Finished size is 11.5w" x 10.5h".
Inspired by my love of libraries, this design features an open book that is sprouting flowers and mushrooms with birds and a butterfly floating above. It reads: "the very existence of libraries affords the best evidence that we may yet have hope for the future of humanity".
Note from the designer: Combining antique motifs, borders and alphabet fonts is one of my favorites to design.
This is a monochromatic design that can be stitched on any fabric with any one color of floss. The blue model was stitched on 36 Ct. Mayflower from Fox & Rabbit with Belle Soie... Read more about Le Petite Lettres - Cross Stitch Pattern
Cross stitch pattern from Rosewood Manor featuring a lovely sampler with a basket of birds! This 10-page booklet includes 2 needlebook covers and a lovely WELCOME! Plus an alphabet & numbers for personalizing your piece.
Pattern is stitched on 32ct Parchment Linen from Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count is 185 x 169 stitches.
This piece was inspired by a fragment of a sampler I saw, where just the part of it was framed. It looked so cute, and I love the idea of impermanence and the wear-and-tear of centuries. This is one of a series of four. All four seasons will be represented, and one side will be "missing"... Read more about Summer Sampler Fragment - Cross Stitch Pattern
Second in the series of sampler fragments. Each is meant to look incomplete, as often old samplers are cut or damaged over the centuries. Each sampler in the series will have a different edge "cut off." All will be the same size on the same fabric.
Inspiration comes, sometimes, from unusual places. I had this frame I picked up a few years back, and actually designed it to fit the frame! (I believe it's still widely-available at custom frame shops). The verse is from an old sampler I saw years ago, and because I was constrained by space, I just... Read more about Hope - Cross Stitch Pattern
Cross stitch pattern from Antique Needleworkers featuring a lovely sampler!
The model was stitched on 36ct Fiber on a Whim Milk and Honey using The Gentle Arts and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 153 x 254. Finished size is 8.5 in wide X 14.11 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Fox and Rabbit featuring a lovely sampler!
The pattern is stitched on 40 ct Up In The Attic using Weeks Dye Works floss. DMC conversion included. Stitch count for Sampler is 217 x 219. Finished size is 10.85" x 10.95". Stitch count for Pinwheel is 54 x 55. Finished size is 2.7" x 2.75".
The final installment in the series is here! After 4 years I am happy to have a conclusion to this happy Christmas series and hope you like the 12th day! 12 Drummers drumming is represented by a berry bowl full of drum silhouettes and a pair of birds bidding adieu to the series!
This Baltimore-style sampler is a tribute to the bond of sisters. The quote reads:"Beside a well one does not thirst. Beside a sister one does not despair."
Pattern is stitched on 40 count linen using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works, and DMC threads with a DMC conversion. Stitch Count: 215 x 241. Finished size is 10.75" x 12.05".
Cross stitch pattern from Little Robin Designs featuring a lovely, fancy sampler!
Pattern is stitched on 40ct linen using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Arts threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 100w x 160h. Finished size is 5" x 8".
The final sampler in the Americana series is also the largest...Americana White. If you enjoyed Americana Red and Americana Blue, this one is for you! There are sewing and quilting motifs as well as lots of baskets and a church.
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct Linen using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 281 x 217. Finished size is 15.61" x 12.06".
Caroline College 1823 is a stunning sampler from the collection of Myriam Riley, who also stitched the sampler. I can't tell you how much I love this one. The organic border had me hook line and sinker. I have been a bad influence on Myriam as she now owns a number of samplers.
Cross stitch pattern from Samplers And Primitives featuring a bouquet of patriotic flowers!
Pattern is stitched on a vintage/neutral color linen or evenweave using
DMC, Weeks Dye Works, The Gentle Arts Sampler threads, Classic Colorworks, ThreadworX. Stitch count is 86w X 107h. Finished size is 5.38 in wide X 6.69 in high for 32 count fabric.
The original sampler is a charmer, and can you believe Felicie was only 7? As always, my charts come with a little essay about the antique, and my thoughts about what make the sampler special, in this case, those beautiful, organic borders, the color palette, the airy space contained within, and the... Read more about A French Summer Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern
Cross stitch pattern from Samplers Not Forgotten featuring a lovely sampler with the phrase "Thou, before whose face the children's angels stand grant me a helpless child the grace that thy angelic band. May watch my ways and guard my bed and minister to me till I in death shall bow my head and... Read more about Isabella Bickerdike 1810 - Cross Stitch Pattern
This sampler is an adaptation from a sampler in my collection. This chart contains the pattern for the scissor fob shown along with all finishing instructions.
Model stitched over two threads on 36 ct Straw from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 204w x 76h. Finished size is 11.33" x 4.22". Finished Size of Pinkeep: 5"w x 3.50"h.
Cross stitch pattern from Antique Needleworkers featuring a lovely sampler!
The model was stitched on 40 ct fabric using The Gentle Arts and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 125 x 142. Finished size is 6.25 in wide X 7.1 in high.
My Hometown is a modern schoolgirl sampler! The design was inspired by 11 year old Amy, and the full story is included in the book. There is an extra alphabet chart for personalization and a chart for the coordinating scissors fob!
I lovingly refer to this sampler as "an unfaithful adaptation." The original is in my collection and it is stitched in a calming array of blues and browns. I wanted something a little more exciting, so I converted the colors to match my 1905 Bird Sulky Floss Pack. I love the effect and I... Read more about Rebecca Kemp 1848 - Cross Stitch Pattern