The Jane Austen Literature Series, which I prepared to commemorate the 250th birth anniversary of Jane Austen, will continue to be published sequentially this year. "Pride And Prejudice Quaker" will be the fourth release in Jane Austen Literature Series.
Cross stitch pattern from Tralala featuring two sheep on a sampler with flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Raw using Histoired de lin thread with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and DMC conversion. Stitch count is 65 x 65 each. Finished size is 4.06" x 4.06" each.
The Vintage Sampler Cross Stitch by Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet elegantly pays homage to the samplers of another era. This beautiful pattern incorporates all the hallmark elements of a traditional sampler designed to showcase needlework skills. This sampler can stand alongside those made long ago,... Read more
Celebrating Jane Austen's 250th birthday with this release, a fictitious sampler stitched on by Anne Elliot, the protagonist of her 1818 novel "Persuasion". This monochrome design features only full crosses and can be worked on any counted material. Stitch count is 215 x 247. Finished size on 28 count is 17 5/8 times 15 3/8.
This is AKGIT 1833: one of the most beautiful Vierlande samplers I have ever seen, stitched by a girl with the initials AKGIT in the year 1833. The original sampler has a stitched on surface of about 43 by 43 cm, which was worked over 2 threads on a 50-count linen. I can honestly say that it is the... Read more
Armande stitched her sampler from 1888 to 1891, it is actually very finely stitched and the original measures only 37 cm x 34 cm (14.6 inch x 13.4 inch). Multiple motifs are inserted among the alphabets. Stitch count is 491 x 439.
Flora and fauna were highly celebrated in nearly all 17th and 18th century pictorial embroideries. Executed entirely in cross or tent (half cross) stitches, the embroidered pictures embellished cushions and furniture and reflected a changing attitude toward domestic comforts, by serving to brighten... Read more
This extraordinary piece of seventeenth century needlework was originally executed with fine silks on a linen ground, in tent stitch, and is composed of many different slips" or spot motifs, cleverly fitted together. Many of these motifs have symbolic and/or heraldic significance, and they can... Read more
Birds on the Temple is a reproduction of a sweet little antique sampler. While there is a set of initials and a year on the sampler, what really stood out to me was the birds sitting on the temple. I decided to use The Gentle Arts Simply Wool again for this one. It's such a joy to stitch with.... Read more
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".
Cross stitch pattern from Sassafras Samplers featuring a lovely sampler!
Pattern can be stitched on Straw from Weeks Dye Works or 30 Ct Pecan Shortbread from Legacy Linen using DMC (DMC 3872 not listed), Needlepoint Silk, or Soie d'Alger threads. Stitch count is 119 x 140. Finished size on 30 Ct is 7.93" x 9.33".
The model was turned into a quilted table mat meant for use at cross stitch retreats, but it would be just as good placed in a frame. It was inspired by the people I've met and the friends I've made at cross stitch events across the nation.
Pattern is stitched on 32 count linen using... Read more
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
The booklet is 8 1/2" H x 5" W and contains 10 pages, with full color pictures of each design.
There are eight baby samplers in the collection, made up of tiny motifs such as teddy bears, rocking horses, elephants, baby carriages, a stork, etc. An alphabet and number chart is... Read more
This is the 3rd in "Be" series, which started with Joy Be Thine, Needle Be True and now this one. The pattern includes a set of smalls also.
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Stitched on 36 ct. or 40 ct. Old Stationary by Seraphim Fabrics by Laurie - but as ever any count you love ro sampler fabric you love will... Read more
Originally stitched on perforated paper, I've reproduced this darling little piece as a pin-pillow. While I can't identify "Mrs Patmor" directly (aside from Downton Abbey!), I'm sure she was loved, as the original stitcher clearly created this to honor her beautiful home.... Read more
This cross stitch pattern from Monticello Stitches features a floral sampler with the phrase "When peace like a river attendeth my way, when sorrows like sea billows roll, whatever my lot, thou has taught me to say it is well with my soul"!
The model was stitched on 36 count Legacy linen by Edinburgh. Stitch count: 312 x 268, Finished size: 17.28"x 14.72"
A charming patriotic sampler. The individual blocks would make a cute ornament set as well. 8 Charms included!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Belfast Flax Linen using DMC threads. Stitch Count 117 x 117. Finished size is 7.31" x 7.31". Fits in a standard 8" x 8" frame, or 10"/12" x 10"/12" if matted or mounted.
A soft and feminine sampler celebrating the written letter.
The pattern is stitched on 32 ct. linen using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and DMC threads. Stitch count is 177 x 213. Finished size is 11.06" x 13.31".
The final sampler in the Americana series is also the largest...Americana White. If you enjoyed Americana Red and Americana Blue, this one is for you! There are sewing and quilting motifs as well as lots of baskets and a church.
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct Linen using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 281 x 217. Finished size is 15.61" x 12.06".
On the back of this framed antique, was found a very aged handwritten note: "This Sampler was worked by Mary Coleby of Kelvedon, Essex when Eleven years of age at Ackworth School Yorkshire. Born 1792 - married in 1814 to Edward Gripper of Layer Breton Hall, Essex - had thirteen children - died... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Fox and Rabbit featuring a lovely floral sampler!
The pattern is stitched on 40 ct Ballet Slippers using Colour & Cotton floss. There is also a conversion included to Weeks Dye Works and DMC. Stitch count is 297 x 365. Finished size is 14.85" x 18.25".
This is the first design in the Gathering Series. It kicks off with my favorite season - Autumn. More will be coming this year.
The pattern is stitched on 36 ct Hogbristle using Classic Colorworks floss. DMC conversion included. Stitch count is 129 x 89. Finished size is 6.45" x 4.45".
Cross stitch pattern from Fox and Rabbit featuring a lovely sampler!
The pattern is stitched on 40 ct White Clay using Au Ver A Soie 100/3 floss. DMC conversion included. Stitch count for Sampler is 270 x 310. Finished size is 13.5" x 15.5". Stitch count for Pinwheel is 58 x 60. Finished size is 2.9" x 3".
Cross stitch pattern from Antique Needleworkers featuring a lovely sampler!
The model was stitched on 40 ct fabric using The Gentle Arts and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 125 x 142. Finished size is 6.25 in wide X 7.1 in high.
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 Rosewood Manor featuring a lovely vintage sampler! This 10-page booklet includes 4 bookmarks, 2 needlebook covers with mix & match scissor fobs, plus a small swan sampler!
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Platinum linen. Stitch count is 196 X 196 stitches. Finished size is 7 in wide X 7 in high.
Inspiration comes, sometimes, from unusual places. I had this frame I picked up a few years back, and actually designed it to fit the frame! (I believe it's still widely-available at custom frame shops). The verse is from an old sampler I saw years ago, and because I was constrained by space, I just... Read more
This sampler is an adaptation from a sampler in my collection. This chart contains the pattern for the scissor fob shown along with all finishing instructions.
Model stitched over two threads on 36 ct Straw from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 204w x 76h. Finished size is 11.33" x 4.22". Finished Size of Pinkeep: 5"w x 3.50"h.
Cross stitch book from Teresa Kogut featuring a sampler, sewing roll, needle keep & drum!
Sampler pattern is stitched on 40 Ct linen. Sewing Roll, Needle Keep, and Drum are stitched on 36 ct Vintage Country Mocha. All patterns use DMC and Weeks Dye Works threads with full DMC conversion.... Read more
Rose Lejeune 1900 is a reproduction of an antique French Sampler. Rose was 12 years old when she finished stitching this sampler on June 24, 1900. She loved the color pink, and that color shines in this sampler! While the pink I chose from Cottage Garden Threads isn't quite as bright as what... Read more
The Fisher King is an undeniably enigmatic figure; mysterious and eternally difficult to interpret or, indeed, understand. He represents many things to many people.
The Grail King, Anfortas,The Angler, King Pellam, Bron, Le Roi Pcheur, The Once and Future King, call him what you will; Long... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Bent Creek featuring a lovely sampler with the alphabet and hearts!
The pattern is stitched on 32 ct Platinum from Weeks Dye Works using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works with DMC Conversions. Stitch count is 36 x 96. Finished size is 2.25 in wide X 6 in high.
Winter Folk is the final design in the Four Seasons Folk series. Thank you for coming on this seasonal journey with me. We end the series with paper whites, pine cones, frosty forests & 3 new specialty stitches.
The models were stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Driftwood Belfast (Fabrics by Stephanie) with DMC floss. Stitch count is 53 x 190. Finished size is 3.31" x 11.88".