This is a reproduction of an antique English sampler made by Hannah Hammond in 1845. Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Cocoa linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 192W x 206H. Finished size: 12" x 12 3/4".
"When wealth to virtuous hands is given it blesses like the dews of Heav'n. Like Heav'n it hears the orphan's cries and wipes the tears from widow's eyes. Jane Southward wrought this in the eleventh year of her age. A.D. 1846".
Model stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Cocoa linen with... Read more
"Little deeds of kindness, little words of love make our earth an Eden like to heaven above. Elizabeth A Wenden October 1864." Model stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Beige linen with Weeks Dye Works floss (or DMC 939). Stitch Count: 170W x 187H. Finished size: 8 1/2" x 9 1/4".
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Cocoa linen from Weeks Dye Works with Gentle Art Sampler threads and Classic Colorworks floss. There is the original "faded" colors and an alternate, brighter floss version. Stitch Count: 338W x 269H. Finished size: 17" x 13 1/2".
"The last great day is drawing nigh when Christ the judge shall come with all the armies of the sky to call His children home." Model stitched over 2 threads on 35 Ct. Beige linen from Weeks Dye Works with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 259 x 240. Finished size: 15" x 14".
Reprint of a previously discontinued pattern. All models stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Lambswool using DMC floss. Stitch Count for Sampler: 151H x 70W. Finished Size: 9 5/8" x 4 3/8". Stitch Count for Summer Foursome: 74H x 72W. Finished Size: 4 5/8" x 4 1/2". Stitch Count for Individual Ornaments: 30W x 34W. Finished Size: 1 7/8" x 2 1/8"
Model stitched two over two on 30 Ct. Linen using Classic Colorworks and Gentle Art Sampler Threads. Farm House Design is 75H x 75W. Sampler Size is: 5" x 5 2/3". If the entire series is stitched on one piece, the stitch count is 387W x 261H. Finished size is: 26 6/8" x 17 1/2".
Note: to achieve the variegated look of Fool's Gold use DMC 833/371.
Model stitched over 2 threads on fabric of your choice with Au Ver a Soie Soie d'Alger silk floss (or DMC floss 902, 355, 3752, 221, 422, 224, 3768, 369, 3830, 3778, 543, 3823, 728, 3853, 3770, 321, 502, 3011). Stitch Count: 307x240. Design Size on 32 Ct. Design size 19" x 15"
Model stitched on 45 Ct. Meadow Rue from Lakeside Linen but it is suitable for any linen count. One strand of Gloriana Tudor silk stitched over two. (DMC alternates are 3051 498 3781 931 934 310) (Weeks Dye Works substitutes are bullfrog, cayenne, flatfish, jay bird, terrapin and kohl) Stitch count 135 x 181.
"Be Ye Thankful and Good." Model stitched on 36 Ct. Stars Hollow Blend by R&R Reproductions with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art Sampler threads, and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 161W x 139H.
Model stitched on 32 Ct. Irish Creme Linen from R&R Reproductions with Classic Colorworks thread and DMC floss, or all DMC floss. Stitch count is 55H x 55W.
"Make use of present time." Model stitched on 36 Ct. Olde Towne Blend by R&R Reproductions with Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 144W x 69H. Finished size is 8 in wide X 3.83 in high
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)
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Weathered Shingle linen by R&R Reproductions with Weeks Dye Works floss, DMC floss, and Classic Colorworks floss. Stitch Count: 97W x 96H.
"Satan their Prince soon laid a snare for Adam and Eve, that happy pair. They sinned against their God's advic, and lost the sweets of paradise."
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Apple Butter linen by Dixie Sampler (or fabric of your choice) with Weeks Dye Works floss and Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 239W x 239H.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Vintage Meadow Rue linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 83x147. Design Size: 6" x 10"
Model stitched on 40 Ct. Sand Dune using Soie d'Alger. Specialty stitches used are satin stitch and eyelets. Stitch count is 333W x 386H. Design is 16.65" x 19.3"
Honor the vows a couple make to each other on their wedding day with a simple floral sampler. The happy couple will be delighted to receive such a lovely reminder of their love. Full color image, chart, DMC floss color guide, general instructions / stitch guide and alphabet for personalization.... Read more
This golden cat is enjoying watching the birds feeding, and the butterflies and flowers all around. This scene is alive with beautiful color. Stitch Count 122w X 224h, finished size 14 ct: 8" X 16". Design stitched on 14 Count White Aida. Design by Nancy Rossi.
"Day and night, sun and moon, air and light. Everyone must have and none can buy." Model stitched on your choice of fabric with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 331W x 255H.
"Practice makes perfect", "make much of time", "time flies", "love conquers all." Model can be stitched on any fabric with any thread of your choice. Stitch count: 314w x 321h.
A reprint of a previously discontinued pattern. Models were stitched over two on 32 Ct. Natural Light Linen using DMC floss. Maximum Stitch count 179x88. Finished size is 11.19 in wide X 5.5 in high.
"Tell me ye knowing and discerning few, where I may find a friend both firm and true. Who dares stand by me when in deep distress and then his love an friendship most express." Model stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. white linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 275 x 335. Design Size: 14" x 17"
Model stitched over two on 30 Ct. Linen using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 75W x 85H. Finished Size: 5" x 5 2/3"
Model stitched two over two on 30 Ct. Linen using Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 75W x 85H. Finished Size: 5" x 5 2/3". Stitch Count for Entire Collection: 387W x 261H. Finished Size: 25 6/8" x 17 1/2"
Stitch Count: 292W x 388H. Model stitched on 40 ct Autumn Gold from Lakeside linen using Gloriana's, Dinky Dyes and Classic Colorworks silks. (DMC alternates are 3826 936 500 3862 645 739 3328 3799 3774 839 ecru) (Gentle Arts Alternates are chamomile, Forest Glade, Blue Spruce, Picnic Basket, Wood... Read more