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National Female Model School Sampler - Kildare Place, Dublin circa 1820

This pattern has 1 specialty stitch - the Satin Stitch. And the small alphabet at the top and the small letters at the bottom are stitched over 1 thread of linen. Pattern is stitched on 46 ct. linen with 100/3 Au Ver a Soie silk floss. The stitch count is 96 x 147 and the finished size is 4.17" x 6.39".

This birth announcement kit from Bothy Threads was designed by Honor Barton features a mouse sleeping in a leaf hammock.

The complete kit includes 14 Ct. Cream Aida, cotton threads, needle, clear chart and instructions. Also includes an alphabet chart to personalize your design. Finished size: 7" x 7.5"

Cross stitch pattern from Rosewood Manor featuring two needlebook covers, a lovely small Welcome plus two borders! See the back cover for inspiration and read the Be Creative ideas!

Modle is stitched on 32 ct. cream linen with Weeks Dye Works floss. The stitch count is 235 x 241 and the finished size is 14.69" x 15.06".

Welcome to our 2025 Halloween Stitch-A-Long! This 14-Part weekly design features several spooky & fun motifs in framed sections. Full pattern!

Model was stitched on Model was stitched over 2 on 28-count Jobelan in Sage/Summer Khaki. Stitch count is 127w x 178h. Finished size is 9"w x 13"h.

Sampler Holidays: Thanksgiving continues the monochromatic holiday series. This one has all the autumnal feels, pumpkins, and a turkey.

Pattern is stitched on 36 count fabric with Gloriana Silk floss (DMC conversion included). Stitch Count: 143 x 172. Finished size: approx 7.9" x 9.6".

Cross stitch pattern from Lila's Studio featuring a lovely Christmas sampler!

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct linen using DMC floss. Stitch count is 270w x 215h. Finished size is 13.5" x 10.75".

Cute ghost bats fly among morning glories and moths in this sampler.

Pattern is stitched on 20 ct. taupe polka dot fabric by Zweigart using DMC floss. The stitch count is 112 x 136 and the finished size is 5.6" x 6.8".

Note from the designer: This is the next sampler in my Rhode Island sampler-inspired series, and it was a joy to design because I chose to work with a palette that was not the usual Halloween flavor sometimes associated with Salem. No orange was used anywhere in the piece! The top of the sampler... Read more about Salem Sampler - Halloween Cross Stitch Pattern

Celebrate a special little one when you cross stitch this modern baby sampler. This design features a large crescent moon tucked snuggly into a fluffy cloud, with shooting stars above and twinkling ones below. A full alphabet and number set is provided for customization (the design should... Read more about Modern Baby Moon Stars - Cross Stitch Pattern

This is the final Sampler Seasons chart! This series has been such a fun journey and I appreciate so much all the love it has received.

Pattern is stitched on 40 count Regency by Picture This Plus using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 183 x 124.

Cross Stitch pattern from Blackbird Designs featuring a lovely spring sampler!

Pattern is stitch on 36 count Iced Cappuccino using Weeks Dye Work threads and Gentle Arts threads. DMC conversion included. Stitch count is 173 x 172.

Now in a private collection, this sampler was stitched in Lacolle, a southern municipality in Quebec, Canada in 1846 by Emeline Hotchkiss, aged 11. Research reveals an Emeline Hotchkiss was baptized in nearby Laprairie St. Luke's Anglican Church in 1834, around the year our stitcher would have been... Read more about Emeline Hotchkiss, Lacolle, 1846 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Cocoa linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 389W x 265H. Finished size is 24.31 in wide X 16.56 in high.

Model stitched on 40 ct. using DMC and Weeks Dye Works thread. Stitch count is 294 x 390.

Model stitch on 30 count Linen using Gentle Arts and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 75w x 85h. Finished size is 5" x 5.67".

If the entire collection is stitched on one piece of linen the model will be stitched on 30 ct. Olde Town Blend. Stitch count is 387 x 261. Finished size is 25.8" x 17.4".

"See the kind shepherd Jesus stands and calls his sheep by name gathers the feeble in his arms and feeds each tender lamb. Sarah Stewart Hardman Work Age 7 1824"

Model stitched on 28 Ct. Vintage Light Examplar using Classic Colorworks. Also can be stitched with Tudor Silk. Stitch... Read more about Sarah Stewart Hardman 1824 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Model stitched over two on 36 Ct. Legacy by Picture This Plus using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 125x203. Design Size: 7" x 12"

Number 3 in the Christmas Sampler series. Model stitched over 2 threads on 35 Ct. Straw linen with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 127W x 183H. Design Size: 8" x 11"

Part 2 of a 3 part series. This design can be stitched alone or with the other 2 parts. Model stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Cream Newcastle linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count for this pattern is 218W x 104H. If stitching the entire series, the stitch count is 472W x 104H. Finished size is 10.9 in wide X 5.2 in high for this pattern.

Pattern by Jardin Prive featuring an antique inspired sampler design that is part 3 of a 3 part series. This design can be stitched alone or with the other 2 parts.

Model stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Cream Newcastle linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count for this pattern is 192W x 104H... Read more about Sampler Aux Bouquet 3 - Cross Stitch Pattern

This is the first pattern of 9 from the "For the Birds" 2017 Loose Feathers series. Model stitched on 36 Ct. Wren by Picture this Plus over two threads using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 91x91. Finished Size: 6" x 6"

Inspired by a 1740 sampler from my collection which is stitched in red and green, it reminds me so much of the holidays. It also has significant portions worked using the double-running' or Holbein stitch which we generally associate with blackwork techniques. I've adapted the original to... Read more about A Christmas Band Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from The Snowflower Diaries featuring a monochromatic red sampler design with birds and foliage.

Pattern is stitched on 32 count linen with XJuDesigns floss (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 139 x 199 and the finished size size is 8.69" x 12.44".

"Autumn Basket Sampler" is a nod to the sampler tradition. Alphabet samplers were often used to practice stitches and letters, so pairing it with a seasonal basket felt like a fitting update. The faded alphabet stitched into the background represents the way old samplers fade with time. This... Read more about Autumn Basket Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

In the gentle days of early autumn, Victorine Hommet gathered onto her sampler everything that seems to tell of the simple happiness of home: brightly coloured birds, leafy branches, flowers and, at the heart of the design, a generous basket overflowing with fruit.

Grapes, plums, figs,... Read more about Victorine Hommet 1893 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Isn't this a striking marking sampler! I had hoped to acquire it myself, but someone beat me to it - then, that someone' turned out to be a stitching friend right here in Clarksville! So now we can all benefit by the opportunity to stitch this ourselves. We're not sure about the re-ordering of the... Read more about Lovesa Hortenstine, 1834 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Releasing in October 2025!

After 3 years in the making, this beautiful new design is ready to be yours! Perfect for all the specialty stitch lovers out there, this piece will be available for sale in 4 seasons. I'm so excited for you to see it come to life in your own hands!

As... Read more about Winter - Seasons In The Garden - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring a lovely reproduction sampler with birds, roosters and flowers!

Stitched on 36 count fabric using Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch Count is 97 x 187. Finished size is 5.4 x 10.4 inches for 36 count fabric.

Cross stitch pattern from Samplers And Primitives featuring an antique Christmas sampler design with the word "Noel".

Pattern is stitched on your choice of neutral fabric with DMC floss. Stitch count is 141 x 180. Finished size on 28 ct fabric is 10.07" x 12.86".

This sampler design from Teresa Kogut features angels, birds and other nature elements.

The model was stitched on 40 Ct. red linen with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 266 x 315. Finished size: 13.3" x 15.75"

From the designer:... Read more about The Wren Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

I couldn't resist the urge to create another Quaker Stocking after the enthusiasm I saw for my Quaker Christmas Stocking! This new piece uses the exact same linen and silks as the Christmas stocking.

It is stitched on 40-Count Wheat linen from Fiber on a Whim using Needlepoint Silks. Stitch count is 173 x 447. Finished size is 8.65" x 22.35".

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.

Cross stitch pattern from Little Robin Designs featuring a spooky Halloween sampler!

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Linen using Weeks Dye Works and Gentle Arts threads.
Stitch counts:
Boo: 57 x 48
Eek: 79 x 51
Oct 31: 69 x 61

This pattern from La D D a house, birds, flowering trees and the saying "Beautiful things come together one stitch at a time."

Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Wheat from Fiber On A Whim using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 191 x 119. Finished size is 10.61" x 6.61".

Serenity is a full color saddle-stitch book

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Up in the Attic by Fox & Rabbit using Classic Colorworks, DMC, and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 338 x 340.

Cross stitch pattern from Lila's Studio featuring a a sailing ship, lighthouse, houses and mermaid surrounded by Quaker motifs.

The model was stitched over 2 threads of fabric on 46 Ct. Latte by Fiber on a Whim with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 267W x 216H. Finished size: 13.35" x 10.8" NOTE: Chart printed in black & white. A chart correction is available from Lila's Studio.

Cross stitch pattern from Erin Elizabeth featuring a fun sampler of everything Christmas!

Pattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice using DMC floss. Stitch count is 162 x 189. Finished size is 10.12" x 11.87".

Cross stitch pattern from Heartstring Samplery! Stitch count 200w x 200h.

I heard the bells
on Christmas day
their old familiar
carols play
wild and sweet
the words repeat
peace on Earth
good will to men

Note from the designer:

... Read more about Christmas Bells Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

Model stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. Taboo Lugana from Polstitches (or fabric of your choice) with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 138W x 318H. Finished size: 9 3/4" x 22 5/8".

Model stitched one over two on 36 Ct. Oaken using Weeks Dye Works or DMC floss. Stitch Count: 181W x 160H. Finished Size: 10" x 8 7/8"

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 on 46 Ct. Vintage Autumn Gold by Lakeside Linen using Classic Colorworks Belle Soie, Dinky Dyes & Gloriana. Stitch count 193x273 (approximate size 15x18)

This is the 3rd pattern of 9 from the "For the Birds" 2017 Loose Feathers series. Model stitched over two threads on 36 Ct. Oaken by Picture this Plus using Weeks Dye Works Floss. Stitch Count: 91x91. Finished Size: 6" x 6"

"I will honor Christmas in my heart and try to keep it all the year. 1843."

Model is stitched on 36 count Vintage Meadow Rue using Gentle Arts and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch Count: 193W x 181H.

A sweet Quaker cross stitch sampler pattern featuring a black cat with floral and medallions worked in gold, green and purple. This modern, yet traditional folk art pattern is worked entirely in full cross stitches making it easy to stitch. Perfect for the cat lover! Alphabet included.

... Read more about Cat Quaker Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

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 Scarlett House featuring a sampler with the phrase "Bless us all with needle in hand. Whether we use a hoop or a stand. May our stitches be even and tight. Whether we start on the left or the right"!

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Cactus Wren from Fox and... Read more about Stitcher's Prayer - Cross Stitch Pattern

Third 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.

Pattern is stitched on 40 count... Read more about Autumn Sampler Fragment - Cross Stitch Pattern