Note from the designer: "This northern German sampler consists of random symbolic spot motifs, with a simple zigzag border. Religious symbols are commonly found on continental samplers. On this example, we find the wreath carried by angels (the wreath as a symbol for eternal life): the ship... Read more about FAK-MEK 1779 - Cross Stitch Pattern
Samplers Vinyl Bag Pattern is an original design by Lori Wilson of Thread Milk Design.
It is designed to be stitched on the "It's Sew Emma" Mad for Plaid vinyl bag in the color Burlap with four colors of DMC perle cotton #5 floss. Stitch count is 100 x 40. Finished size on plaid project bag is 11" x 16".
"Nothing's ever prefect but things can be just right." This band sampler is the second in a trio of band samplers from Tempting Tangles, with the first being Solitude. Each have colorful, unusual varieties of bands - some wide, some narrow.
Model stitched on 32 ct White Linen using DMC or Dinky Dyes threads. Stitch count is 121 x 185.
Matilda Isabella Creasy 1852 is a reproduction of a stunning original sampler in our collection from Suffolk, in the East of England. It contains the Christmas carol Once in Royal David's City' as the verse, beautiful flower motifs, a swan, a cow, a squirrel, birds, crowns, flags and all manner of... Read more about Matilda Isabella Creasy 1852 - Cross Stitch Pattern
All is Bright is an original cross stitch pattern from Whilst Iris Naps Designs that can be made into a drum finish. The pattern comes in 2 design sizes and the alternative "smaller" version may suit a number of other finishing options.
With the abundance of precuts available on the market these days, where is a quilter to start? From Fat Quarters, Fat Eighths and Layer Cakes straight on to Jelly Rolls, Charm Packs and Mini Charm Packs, join Barb & Mary of Me and My Sister Designs for a crash course in precut quilts. Precut Primer... Read more about Precut Primer - Quilt Book
Model stitched over two threads on 32 Ct. Antique White Belfast linen with Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works floss and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 86W x 133H. Finished size: 5.4" x 8.3".
Note: The DMC conversion for Whatley Woodlands is listed as 862. This does not exist. We suggest 3862.
Five antique samplers are included with this collection. Select a fabric and thread of your choice.
Abingdon 1878 Stitch Count: 190W x 158H. Berta Heinen Sampler 1904 Stitch Count: 166W x 171H. The Brkits L Sampler Stitch Count: 195W x 155H. The Greek Key Sampler Stitch Count: 114W x 108H. The Star Sampler Stitch Count: 191W x 139H.
This set of designs by JBW Designs features 5 different antique samplers from 5 different stitchers: Olive Rowley, Helene Schnoor, Edith Isherwood, Ada Padoan, and Monica Marshall.
Two models are shown in the booklet - one worked on #36 linen over two and another on #28 linen over one in red. A perfect gift for Anglophiles and travelers who have been to England. The design is made up of over nineteen motifs with a British theme. Finished in a wooden scalloped frame, made by... Read more about A-Round Britain - Cross Stitch Pattern
A sweet little sampler stitched in 1908. (This antique sampler was the inspiration for the Bluebirds of Happiness sampler.) It would make a lovely companion to that piece. Stitched on #36 Edinburgh linen (Cream). It has a lovely zig zag border, graceful lettering, and it has such visual appeal as a... Read more about Hannah's Bluebird Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern
Note from the designer: A Collection of Petite Samplers includes five samplers which were stitched from the years 1828 and 1894. The collection includes two small red samplers and another sampler worked in pastels. One of the most interesting samplers is worked in blue and was originally part of... Read more about A Collection of Petite Samplers - Cross Stitch Pattern
Many antique sampler motifs have been used in this charming little stocking featuring a red house, borders, trees and reindeer.
Pattern is stitched on either 36 ct Flax over 2 threads or 25 ct flax over one thread. Stitch Count: 73 W x 78 H. Finished size: 4.05 x 4.3 over 2 threads and 2.9 x 3.2 over one thread.
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Antique White over two threads or over one thread on 35 ct White Lugana and 28 ct White Cashel using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and DMC threads. Stitch Count: 61 W x 60 H. Finished size:
Note: Two different color codes were used in the models over one or over two.
Note from the designer: This tiny petite sampler was acquired at an estate sale in Michigan. The simplicity of the piece is the charming "as Hannah stitched her sampler in 1822 at the Faringdon Subscription School near Oxford, England."
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
Each package contains one 9" x 11" (cut size) sampler of cotton/poly broadcloth. Designed to fit an 8" x 10" frame. Additional materials needed to complete: Hoop, needle, floss and frame. Floss requirements included. Floss is NOT included with this kit.
Cross Stitch and Embroidery design. Each package contains one white sampler of poly/cotton broadcloth. Designed to fit an 8" x 10" frame. Additional materials needed to complete: Hoop, needle, floss, and frame. Floss is NOT included with this kit.
Create a beautiful sampler using this great kit. The stitching designs have been stamped using ink that washes away with any liquid and the fabric is a cotton/poly blend broadcloth. This package contains one sampler designed to fit a 14x11 inch picture frame, instructions for completion and care and a complete list of DMC floss requirements. Hoop, frame, needle and floss sold separately.
Embroidery kit featuring a bird and the sentiment "When a cardinal appears in your yard it is a visitor from heaven". Each package contains one white sampler of poly/cotton broadcloth. Designed to fit an 11" x 14" frame. Additional materials needed to complete: Hoop, needle, floss and frame. Floss requirements included. Floss NOT included.
This cross stitch design from Jeannette Douglas features a variety of stitch patterns and the saying "Through needle and thread our joy does know. With stitching our grief and sorrow does flow. May we always stitch a little each day, and weave in the journey our love to stay."
This reproduction sampler from Jeannette Douglas features "Let the sweet work of prayer and praise employ my youngest breath, thus I'm prepared for longer days or fit for early death. Remember thy creator in the days of thy youth. Ann Perrin finished this sampler in the 14th year of her age... Read more about Ann Perrin 1841 - Cross Stitch Pattern
This pattern was stitched on 36 ct Dead Sea Scroll by Seraphim Fabrics. Finished Size: 7.75" x 7.75" and Stitch Count: 140 x 140. This piece was stitched with silk threads, introducing the stitcher also to some Silk Lame by Rainbow Gallery.
This pattern was stitched on 40 ct. Old Stationary by Seraphim Fabrics. This piece is part of a greater series, the first being Joy Be Thine, now this one and one still in teaching circulation Stitches Be Sweet, there will be another teaching piece in this set called Count Be Correct with a short saying with it like the others. Finished Size 8 x 9 3/4" on 40 ct Stitch Count 163 x 195.
I am delighted to share this antique with you. It is from 1840 of Dutch origin. The sampler had lots of great motifs and I loved the top rows of crowns and shields, but the composition did not please me, it had large blank spots on it. I saw this piece as more enjoyable in the vertical format as... Read more about Crown Sampler Adaptation & Reproduction - Cross Stitch
Cross stitch pattern from Jeannette Douglas featuring a Christmas sampler with flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 36 Ct in any neutral color using Soie d'Alger threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 103 x 127. Finished size is 5 1/2"" x 6 7/8".
What started as a fun autumnal theme, took over and we did Christmas themed pincushions and now some Spring themed only cross stitch pincushions. Enjoy!
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct fabric using Hand dyed Floss with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 69 x 50. Finished size is 3.75 x 2.75.
Pattern by Jeannette Douglas featuring a patriotic sampler design. This pattern includes multiple designs like, Patriotic Small Spool, Red, White & Blue Set (2 pincushions and scissor fob), Red, White, and Blue Needlebook (includes optional just cross stitch flag), and the Patriotic Sampler 2... Read more about Patriotic Sampler 2 - Cross Stitch Pattern
Cross stitch pattern from Joan Elliott featuring a beautiful stitching fairy!
Pattern is stitched on 14 count Aida or 28 count Evenweave in the color of your choice using DMC floss and Krienik braids with Mill Hill beads. Stitch count is 137 x 109. Finished size on 14 or 28 ct is 10" x 8".
Cross stitch pattern from JEDxStitch featuring the phrase "The butterfly counts not months but moments, and has time enough". This sampler features a bright and muted palette, art nouveau inspired alphabet, and quote from poet Rabindranath Tagore. Inspired by the contrast between the faded... Read more about Ephemeral Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern
Pattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice using either DMC or Cosmo threads! The pattern can be stitched with three different color schemes. Stitch count: 202 x 195.
Pattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice using either DMC, Soie D'Alger or Cosmo threads! The cover model uses 32 ct Mariner's Map Legacy Linen. Stitch count: 238 x 270.
Cross stitch pattern from Jean Farish Needleworks featuring the phrase "When I am dead and in my grave and all my bones are rotten. When this you see remember me or I shall be forgotten"
Pattern is stitched on 30 Count Victoria Sponge Cake Linen using either DMC or Cosmo threads! Stitch count is 206 x 268.
"Threads through time connect all generations of needle workers. We learned out art from the ones who came before us. Today we teach & preserve for the ones who follow us"
This sampler, which I have named the Sewing Box Sampler 1 because it and another were found in a sewing box, is of unknown date and origin. As you can see, there is no name or date on this sampler, and as you can see from the original, it was unfinished. Perhaps the stitcher meant to stitch her name... Read more about Sewing Box Sampler 1 - Cross Stitch Pattern
Cross stitch pattern from Jan Hicks Creates featuring a fun sampler with flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct linen from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works, The Gentle Arts and Cottage Garden Threads (Jacaranda, bird bath) with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 112 x 115.