In 1903, Louise Sornasse stitched this magnificent sampler in Antwerp, Belgium. It is filled with alphabets, darning work, border motifs, and open hemstitch work, all executed in the refined style taught in Belgian convent schools of the early 20th century.
Note from the designer: I'm very proud of this reproduction -- it's been in progress for almost two years now, and it's finally here!!! It's suitable for all stitchers and fabrics -- no specialty stitches, no over-one, no alphabets. Just a big, beautiful, checkerboard house and lots... Read more
Waddle into the holiday season with Merry Goosemas - a festive cross stitch pattern filled with whimsical Christmas charm! This cheerful design includes a jolly goose dressed for the holidays, a cozy cottage, wrapped presents, and more merry motifs that make it a joy to stitch.
Pattern is stitched on 16 ct fabric using DMC floss. Stitch count is 121 x 122. Finished Size: 7.56? x 7.63?.
There's no place like Home for the Holidays! This heartwarming design captures all the cozy comforts of the season - a gingerbread man, a cheerful tree-topped car, and the simple joy of coming home to celebrate with love.
Pattern is stitched on 16 ct Aida using DMC threads. Stitch count is 79w x 111h. Finished Size: approx. 4.81" x 6.81"
Snowflakes Dance is a wintry and Christmas-y addition to the Quaker Samplings. This beautiful filigree flake is stitched on 32 count Lambswool Linen using DMC and Classic Colorworks flosses. The stitch count is 81 x 81 and could be finished as an extra large ornament, a framed piece, a small cushion... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Little Robin Designs featuring a beautiful sampler in red floss!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Cream and Sugar from Fiber on a Whim using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 264w x 110h . Finished size is 13.2" x 5.5".
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
Cross stitch pattern from Three Sheep Studio featuring a lovely vintage sampler with a basket of flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Old Gold from Fiber on a Whim using Weeks Dye Works threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 153w x 183h. Finished size is 8.5" x 10.17".
Cross stitch pattern from Stoney Creek featuring a lovely nativity scene with the phrase "Hope. Peace. Love. Jesus is the reason for the season".
Pattern was stitched on 28ct Lugana linen using DMC threads, Rainbow blending threads,Mill hill beads and 2 golden star buttons. Stitch count is 100w x 105h. Finished size is 7.14 in wide X 7.5 in high.
This exquisite Victorian sampler was stitched in Norfolk, England by Rosa Gromett when she was just twelve years old. Renowned for their beauty, Norfolk samplers are celebrated for rich color and intricate design-and Rosa's is a particularly fine example.
This little sampler is inspired by an antique in our collection that was stitched in 1769 by little Miss Ann Duchemin and a poem by Emily Dickinson. Ann's and Emily's initials and the relevant dates are represented in cross stitch over one linen thread. We have also included an alphabet and numbers... Read more
This little sampler was inspired by a 220 year old large sampler in our collection that was stitched by Mercy Stainton and is filled with garden motifs-trees, flowers, birds, beehives, and animals of all kinds. Mercy used a variety of stitches in her sampler and we have tried to sprinkle... Read more
A nostalgic nod to childhood rhyme and classic sampler tradition, Little Bo Peep is a timeless heirloom design filled with gentle pastoral charm.
Framed by a bold alphabet border in traditional red, this piece centers on a soft countryside scene - Little Bo Peep standing beneath a sweeping... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from From The Heart featuring a cute black sheep next to a berry bowl!
Pattern is stitched on 40ct linen fabric of your choice using The Gentle Arts threads. The stitch count is 79 X 62 and the finished size is 3.95 in wide X 3.1 in high.
Cross stitch pattern from Kitty and Me featuring the phrase "1 Corinthians 13. But now abideth faith, hope, love, these three: and the greatest of these is love"!
Recommended fabric is 28ct Cream Lugana. Model stitched with DMC floss. Stitch count: 101w x 151h. Designed by Pamela Kellogg.
I so loved the verse on the original Good Intentions design, I wanted to use it again! And I wanted it to be entirely different, and this one is! Ive designed two versions of the same design. One is a sampler stitched on 40-Count Seaweed linen from Fox and Rabbit, and the other is a pin drum... Read more
Elisabeth LeConte, 1786 is a reproduction of an antique sampler I found here in Maryland. This was a teaching piece at the 2023 Sunshine Stitchers Retreat in Florida last spring.
My reproduction is stitched on 40-Count Hawthorne linen from Fiber on a Whim using Needlepoint Silks. The stitch count is 197 Wide by 167 High.
I've been wanting to do a small sampler with an antique look and finally did it!
The sampler is stitched on 40-Count Sapphire linen from Fiber on a Whim using Needlepoint Silks. Stitch count is 77 x 63. Finished size is 3.85" x 3.15".
Note from the designer: Since I'm now a resident of Baltimore County, Maryland, it felt totally appropriate that I design a Baltimore Album Quilt Sampler. This was such a fun piece to design! It took lots of research and the more I researched the more I loved the entire concept!
These pincushion make for a great quick stitch! Each is done in a different color-way to give stitchers options.
Both are stitched on 40-Count Wheat linen from Fiber on a Whim using Needlepoint Silks. The M. Lake pincushion has a stitch count of 81 Wide by 47 High. Finished size is 4.05 in wide X 2.35 in high.
Pattern by Kathy Barrick featuring a Christmas themed stocking and sampler design. Note from the designer, "I love this design! One thing Marty has taught me about designing is to always try to incorporate movement in a piece. She certainly did that well here! (I, on the other hand, am not... Read more
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".
The model was stitched on 40-Count Pearled Barley from Lakeside Linens using Needlepoint... Read more
One of Thomas Taneyhill's finest and most realistic depictions of birds ever created at Kooler Design Studio. This design will appeal to birder watchers everywhere. From the tiny hummingbird to the haunting egret, these seven birds are beautiful to behold. The chart is in full color with DMC floss... Read more
Home is where your garden grows in this Home Sweet Home sampler. It's a different take on more traditional samplers. It would make a thoughtful gift for a loved one with a "Green Thumb". Each chart pack comes with a full color image, chart, DMC floss color guide, and general directions. This... Read more
A classic delft blue scene is reminiscent of Holland and their many windmills and waterways. A lower case alphabet tops this charming design with a larger upper case alphabet below. The Windmill Sampler would look wonderful in a kitchen or breakfast nook.
12 Country ornaments, each a tiny sampler in its own right, are gathered together into one charming collection. Santa feels right at home surrounded by blackbirds, checks and hearts galore. These delightful ornaments will enhance any country decor.
Each chart pack comes with a full color... Read more
A beautifully designed and detailed flower for each month of the year is depicted in this charming quilt-like sampler. These flowers can be used as a complete sampler as shown or individually on bookmarks, ornaments, small frames or on hand towels. The classic botanical style is timeless and will... Read more
A chill is in the air, but only outside. Take a view from this window. With Canadian geese flying around and birds feeding at the bird feeder, the cat can't be happier. Stitch Count 112w X 223h, finished size 14 ct: 8" X 16". Design stitched on 14 Count White Aida. Design by Nancy Rossi.
Scenes of winter birds, squirrels and plants surround a napping kitty in this seasonal sampler. Stitch Count 113w X 224h, finished size 14 ct: 8" X 16". Design stitched on 14 Count White Aida. Design by Nancy Rossi.
Twelve tiny teapots to celebrate the year are included in this adorable collection of designs. These charming little motifs fit the seasons and each month of the year and look fabulous as a grouping consisting of all twelve. They would also make great birthday gifts, stitched up on cards, bookmarks... Read more
If stitching a full size traditional sampler seems too daunting, try stitching 12 tiny samplers instead. These adorable and charming little samplers fit the seasons and each month of the year and look fabulous as a grouping consisting of all twelve. They would also make great birthday gifts,... Read more