Not only do I love the colors Agness used to stitch her sampler but I love how she ran out of room to stitch the date 1844 so she moved the last 4 up to another line.
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Vintage Sand Dune from Lakeside Linen using Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count is 176 x 238. Finished size is 12.6" x 17".
"Even if something is left undone, everyone must take time to sit still and watch the leaves turn" Elizabeth Lawrence 1644-1720. Second in the series of samplers with lots of fun stitches to enjoy!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct linen using Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count is 187 x 178. Finished size is 11.7" x 11.2".
This sampler has no name on it so I lovlingly, refer to it as the Black Cat sampler. I believe the original was crafted in England. There are two sets of initials on the sampler but I have not been able to determine if they are that of the stitchers.
"Lord give me wisdom to direct my ways I ask not riches nor yet for Length of Drop. From rocks and sands And stormy weather Pray God Protect John Negus for ever". "My dear friends I will Bless and praise for giving me learning in My Early days Catherine Negus her Sampler finished... Read more about Catherine Negus 1810 - Cross Stitch Pattern
"On the alone my Hope relies Beneath thy cross I fall thou art my life my sacrifice My Savior and My All don 1837". What a stunning English sampler! It was so much fun to stitch with all the motifs and bright colors. Not sure if the swans, bull, or parrot is my favorite... okay, maybe the... Read more about Elizabeth Lamb 1837 - Cross Stitch Pattern
"Immortal made what should we mind So much as Immortality we beings for a heaven designed what but a heaven our care should be". Yes, this sampler is large... but such a joy to stitch. this is a stunning English sampler from 1803 done in muted colors.
"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 no... Read more about Mary Ann Crumley 1829 - Cross Stitch Pattern
This original design was inspired by many antique samplers.
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Aspen from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts, and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 225 x 211. Finished size is 12.5" x 11.75".
Cross stitch pattern from Cricklewood Crossing featuring a lovely Christmas sampler!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct linen using DMC and Forbidden Fiber threads with full DMC conversion. Stitch count is 95 x 280. Finished size is 2.4" x 7".
Cross stitch pattern from Samplers And Primitives featuring a beautiful rose sampler design.
Pattern is stitched on your choice of aged/vintage neutral fabric with DMC, Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks, and ThreadworX floss. The stitch count is 157 x 118 and the finished size is 11.21" x 8.43" on 28 count fabric.
Cross stitch pattern by Teresa Kogut featuring an inspirational sampler with the phrase "Distance means so little when someone means so much"!
Patterns are stitched on 36 ct Maple Bar from Cedar River Linens using Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorwork floss. Stitch count is 145 x 158. Finished size is 8" x 8.8".
As children, we all had a treasure box, didn't we? We'd put our most cherished possessions inside - our memories, secrets, loves, everything precious. Every time we felt pain, seeing what we'd put inside would surprise us and bring us even more joy.
Pattern by Kathy Barrick featuring a beautiful lady standing among nature with the words "A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband, but she that has no shame is rottenness in his bones".
Cross stitch pattern from Lucy Beam featuring an antique religious sampler with Adam and Eve in the garden of Eden and the words "God hath said ye shall not eat of it, neither shall ye touch it lest ye die".
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct. Jackalope from Lapin Loops with Gentle Art floss. The stitch count is 164 x 190 and the finished size is 8.2" x 9.5".
Cross stitch pattern from Little Robin Designs featuring two fun pet sampler designs, one with a dog and one with a cat.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct. Feldspar by Picture this Plus with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Finished with Lady Dot Creates Mini Pom Pom 'Mother Lode'. Both patterns have a stitch count of 102 x 102 with a finished size of 5.1" x 5.1".
Cross stitch pattern from From The Heart featuring a lovely bouquet of vintage flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 40 count linen using The Gentle Arts floss. Stitch count is 122 x 56, Mini: 31 x 21. Finished size is 6" x 2.8" and 1.5" x 1" (Mini).
Oh Tomato, you look so fine growing on that blessed vine. Did you know your true worth was to aid my stitching work (original verse by Cathy Habermann). The sampler is fully charted for BOTH the verse stitched over 1 thread as well as an over 2 threads version.
Rise Up and Shine with this encouraging and sweet sampler featuring words and symbols such as "dream" and "shine".
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct. Artemis Lugana by Atomic Ranch Fabrics with Forbidden Fiber Co floss. The stitch count is 83 x 76 and the finished size is 5.93" x 5.43".
Ma Valise de Broderie is a celebration of classic needlework with a distinctly French feel. What started as a special anniversary project is now available as a beautifully curated pattern book.
Fabrics are cut and serged before dyeing. Fabric will shrink from the original cut size however the total number of stitches stays the same as the original cut of fabric.
The Sandery Sisters Samplers - Sarah aged 8, September 1837 and Mary aged 10, 1846. Mary Sandery Model (over one version) Graph to stitch completely over two Included in Pattern as well as Muted Color Tone Thread Legend Alternate
The Sandery Sisters Samplers - Sarah aged 8, September 1837 and Mary aged 10, 1846. Sarah Sandery Model (over two threads) Graph to stitch as antique looks over two and over one thread included in Pattern as well as Muted Color tone Thread Legend Alternate.
Cross stitch pattern from Fox and Rabbit featuring a beautiful reproduction sampler!
The model was stitched on 40 ct Paperbark Linen by Fox and Rabbit using Weeks Dyes Works floss with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 231 x 291. Finished size is 11.5" x 14.5".
Cross stitch pattern from Fox and Rabbit featuring a beautiful strawberry sampler!
Patterns are stitched on 40 count Paperbark Linen by Fox and Rabbit using Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and DMC with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 129 x 89. Finished size is 6.45" x 4.45"
Fabrics are cut and serged before dyeing. Fabric will shrink from the original cut size however the total number of stitches stays the same as the original cut of fabric.
Cross stitch pattern from Rosewood Manor featuring a lovely sampler with flowers! This 10-page booklet includes designs for 1 bookmark, 2 needlebook covers & 1 scissor fob, plus "BE CREATIVE!" ideas.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Antique White Linen with Weeks Dye Works floss. The stitch count is 198 x 198 and the finished size is 12.4" x 12.4"
Cross stitch pattern from Rosewood Manor featuring a lovely sampler with flowers! This 14-page booklet includes 3 extra designs to finish as Needlebook covers and 1 lovely small Welcome sampler!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 230 x 270 and the finished size is 12.78" x 15".
In a lovely meadow, a kaleidoscope of butterflies join Miss Bunny for a delicious treat of sweet blue flowers! An uppercase alphabet adorns the meadow in pretty shades of green and blue. Frame this delightful design or make a precious pin-pillow for displaying in any home-decor vignette. Also makes... Read more about Butterfly Meadow Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern
In 1857, little Mariette let her needle wander like a gentle breath. From her diligent hands was born a sampler full of delicacy, touched with softness and grace. Its floral border, rich with varied motifs, still seems to whisper the secrets of her young stitcher's heart.
Stitched on 40 count linen. The stitch count is 300 x 217 and the finished size is 15" x 10.85".
Here we find an alphabet intertwined with irises, religious symbols with singular shapes, and a border of stylized roses that seems to whisper the elegance of days gone by.
Stitched on 40 count linen. The stitch count is 400 x 411 and the finished size is 20" x 20.55".
A reproduction of an American schoolgirl sampler worked in 1848 at Mrs. Cooke's School in New Hampshire. This charming piece reflects the elegance and discipline of mid-19th century needlework education. The original sampler, signed simply "LSC", features a beautifully detailed bird... Read more about LSC 1848 - Cross Stitch Pattern
Under the soft gleam of a winter lamp, a square of linen lies unfurled on my worktable - its surface alive with threads of crimson and green that weave together more than just patterns. At first glance, it appears a simple sampler: a neat arrangement of alphabets, numerals, and flourishes stitched... Read more about Threads Of Christmas Past MB 1914 - Cross Stitch Pattern
Cross stitch pattern from Bent Creek featuring Christmas snowmen all in a row!
Pattern was stitched on 32 ct Summer Khaki linen using Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks. Stitch count is 253w x 34h. Finished size is 15.81 in wide X 2.13 in high.
Celebrate the beauty of gratitude and the warmth of the harvest season with Give Thanks - a charming sampler-style cross stitch design perfect for autumn decor. Featuring a lovely alphabet, a traditional border of fall florals, and a sweet pilgrim couple holding a harvest pie and basket, this piece... Read more about Give Thanks - Thanksgiving Cross Stitch Pattern
Stitch a sampler featuring delicate flowering plants and their names. Designed for the collection by Nathalie Weinzaepflen, a French illustrator and designer. Use 36 colorful skeins of DMC Six-Strand Embroidery Floss to stitch the design. The Designer Collection of needlecraft kits showcases the... Read more about Botanical Sampler - Cross Stitch Kit
This charming, quick-to-stitch pillow is the perfect companion for your stitching basket - designed to hold your scissors securely with a pretty ribbon accent.
Model stitched on 30-count linen using DMC threads.
Stitch Count: 99w x 65h
Finished Size: approximately 5" x 7 1/4"
✨ Pattern Only - materials not included.