Samplers Cross Stitch Patterns Page 23

Pattern by City Stitcher featuring an antique inspired sampler design focusing on the letter B with the sentiment, "Could we live without the bee To fill each hive with sweet honey!".

Model stitched on 26 Ct. Golden Flax linen using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 148 x 111. Design Size: 12" x 9"

Model stitched two over two on 25 Ct. Natural Undyed Dublin Linen with DMC. Stitch Count: 192W x 192H. Design Size: 15" x 15".

"Here at the fountain's sliding foot or at some fruit trees mossy root, casting body's vest aside, my soul up to the boughs doth glide." Model stitched over 2 on 32 Ct. Antique Ivory Belfast with Needlepoint Silk, Caron Collection Waterlilies, and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 170W x 222H. Design Size: 11" x 4".

Model stitched on either 16 count Aida or 32 count linen with DMC floss. Stitch count: 149W x 209H and the finished size is 9.31" x 13.06" on 32 ct.

Model stitched on 35 Ct. Straw linen by Weeks Dye Works using one strand of Classic Colorworks Belle Soie silk over two threads. Stitch Count: 110W x 138H.

Model stitched on 28 Ct. Valor Cashel with 3 Strand Valdani floss. Stitch Count: 170X270.

Note from the designer: If purchasing another fabric count, be sure to add 3" inches to all four sides of fabric for centering and finishing However, the suggested 3 strand floss will not work well if you use a HIGHER count of fabric, unless you separate it.

Winter Band Sampler by Little House Needleworks is a fun Christmas themed sampler design with a full alphabet, snowflakes, and an vintage looking house.

Model stitched on 28 Ct. Clay linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 61 x 149 and the finished size is 4.36" x 10.64".

Chart recommends 32 count linen and DMC floss, but you can stitch on any fabric of your choice! Stitch count is 630 x 390. Fabric size needed 45 inches x 31 inches. Finished size is 39.38 in wide X 24.38 in high.

Model stitched on 32 count Nature or Antique Blue Linen; fabric suggestion listed with DMC floss. The stitch count is 282W x 333H.

A beautiful new design by Marilyn Leavitt-Imblum. This sampler features numerous colorful quilts and the Amish women that created them.

Model stitched over two on 28 Ct. Summer Khaki Brittney/Lugana or 28 Ct. Sage Jobelan using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 102w x 284h. Finished Size: 7" x 20".
Also required, but not listed above Kreinik Soie d'Alger.

Model stitched on 40 ct Antique Cotton linen using one strand of Needlepoint Silk over 2 threads of linen. Finished size is 7 5/8" x 5 1/2". Stitch count is 156w x 114h.

Featuring the octagonal motifs often seen in old Quaker Samplers, this game board has a wise saying around it's border - "All work and no play makes Jack a Dull Boy. All Play and No Work Make Jack a Mere Toy."

Worked in all cross stitch but suggestions are given for adding... Read more about Quaker Game Board - Cross Stitch Pattern

Pattern by Sampler Cover featuring an intricate monochrome design.

Model stitched on 40ct. Cream Newcastle Linen using Gloriana Hand-Dyed Threads. Stitch count: 341w x 341h and the finished size is 17.05" x 17.05".

Cross stitch pattern from Blackbird Designs featuring a sampler with a bird! Model stitched on 30 count linen. Stitch count is 88 x 88.

To achieve a DMC variegated look of Fragrant Cloves use DMC 921/3776 and for Garden Gate use DMC 3787/3021.

Design #5 in the Abecedarian series. Model stitched on 30 Ct. Korty's Special Blend linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch Count: 89x120. Design Size: 6" x 8"

We love the floral motifs in Sarah's sampler as well as the asymmetric design.

Stitched on 36 count Baked Clay by Fox and Rabbit. Stitch count is 203 x 228. Finished size is 11.3" x 12.7".

"Star spangled happiness and banner waves of pride."

Model stitched on 32 Ct. Lambswool linen with Gloriana Silks, Belle Soie by Classic Colorworks, By Jupiter charms, and buttons. Stitch Count: 92 x 198. Finished size: 6" x 12 1/2". Design uses a lot of specialty stitches - instructions included.

Celebrate the beauty of winter with Frosted Pines at Rosewood, a design that combines rustic elegance with soft, frosted woodland tones.

Stitched on 40 count Cow Fodder linen by Dames of the Needle. Stitch Count: 193w x 201h. Finished size is 9.65 x 10 inches.

Model was stitched on 36 Ct. Tea Dyed Irish linen using DMC floss. Stitch count 181 x 231. Finished Size: 11" x 13"

"Sometimes the smallest things take up the most room in your heart."

Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Legacy linen using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 80W x 84H. Design Size: 5" x 5.25" Embellishments Included.

Model stitched on 32 Ct. Ivory Belfast linen using DMC floss and Mill Hill Beads. Stitch Count: 60 x 150.

Originally Published in 1999

I remember my mom designing and working on this piece when I was a girl so it's a particularly sentimental design for me. The chart even says that the finished piece was lightly tea stained before framing, which brought back a scent memory of STRONG tea... Read more about Pear Orchard Farm - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Boomerang Stitches featuring a collage of quotes from the show Schitt's Creek!

Stitched on the fabric of your choice with DMC floss. Stitch count is 270 x 198. Finished size is 16.88" x 12.38".

Celebrate two special people when you cross stitch this Modern Botanical Wedding Sampler. This design features flowers, butterflies, and a full alphabet and number set for customization. Make a beautiful heirloom sure to be cherished with this modern cross stitch pattern!

Pattern is... Read more about Modern Botanical Wedding Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

Harvest Home brings you a weathered house covered in grapevines, a basket of fruit bursting with color, and pears ripe for the picking. I imagine this house nestled on a property in the Loire Valley in France, the sun glowing on its walls.

stitched on 36 count Rhyolite fabric using... Read more about Harvest Home - Cross Stitch Pattern

Model stitched on 32 Ct. Vintage Country Mocha Belfast with DMC floss and DMC Color Variations floss. Stitch Count: 151 x 151. Design Size: 10" x 10"

"May death conclude my toils and tears May death destroy my sins and fears May Death through Jesus be my fiend May death be life when life shall end Lord make my faith and love sincere My judgement sound my conscience clear And when toils of life are past May I be found in peace at last." ... Read more about Hannah Gaskell 1823 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Originally Published in 2004

Fish are everywhere this summer and Kathy Barrick was ahead of the trend when she designed this duo in 2004! Within this chart pack you get the patterns for both versions shown here. I enjoy the primitive vibe of these fish but think they could be modernized... Read more about Big Fish - Cross Stitch Pattern

A Lizzie Kate mystery Halloween sampler presented in three spooky parts! This is Part 1. The entire series was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Natural Light linen using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 82W x 283H. Finished size: 5 1/4" x 17 1/2". An embellishment pack is available... Read more about Frightful Mystery Sampler Part 1 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Originally Published in 1999

This another case where no digital photo exists of the model so I've had to enhance an less-than-perfect image to the best of my ability. I know there are a lot of stitchers out there who are eager to get stitching on this big pink house! This is a great... Read more about Strawberry Fields - Cross Stitch Pattern

This delightful pair of English samplers are a low-cost stitch, as they are stitched entirely in DMC on "Vintage Country Mocha". I think they'd be wonderful to customize as birth samplers, or you could stitch the central motifs as pin-pillows.

Models stitched on 40-ct... Read more about Anne Stakes - Cross Stitch Pattern

"With shades of silk like nature fair, I ply my needle with tender care. That with diligence and skill I'll make a pleasing sampler for posterity's sake."

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Pearled Barley from Lakeside Linens using Belle Soie with NPI or DMC with all DMC or NPI conversions available. Stitch count is 207 x 351.

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.

Model stitched two over one on 14 Ct. Light Blue Aida using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 180x180. Design Size: 13" x 13"

Celebrate a special little one when you cross stitch this modern baby sampler. This design features a sparkling teal vase filled with a gorgeous arrangement of flowers. Two butterflies circle the blooms, and a ribbon is front and center for you to customize with the name of a special little one,... Read more about Modern Baby Bouquet Butterflies - Cross Stitch Pattern

"The Hour of Prayer - Hail; peaceful hour supremely blest amid the hours of earthly care: the hour that yields the spirit rest that sacred hour_ the hour of prayer. And when my hours of prayer are past, oh, may I leave these Sabbath days to find eternity at last a never ending hour of praise." Model stitched on 18 count Aida with DMC floss. Stitch count: 364W x 400H.

"This design is a combination of cross stitch and many specialty stitches, with stitch diagrams and instructions provided for all stitches."

Model stitched on 32 count Bisque from Lakeside Linens, using Soie d'Alger silks. Dinky Dyes and DMC conversions are also provided. Stitch count is 144w x 288h.

Originally Published in 2003

How sweet is this design for a summertime stitch! A bountiful garden surrounds a lovely pink and purple cottage that I'd love to spend some time in! There are two models stitched of this pattern; the one of the left was stitched on a mocha colored fabric and... Read more about For Garden Best - Cross Stitch Pattern

Model stitched on 16 ct. Zweigart linen using DMC thread with a stitch count of 431 x 468.

This adorably fun sampler pattern features colorful letters and numbers with the phrase "Worry Less, Stitch More" at the bottom.

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct belfast vintage country mocha linen using Romy's Creations threads with DMC conversion. The stitch count is 155 x 34 and the finished size is 9.69" x 2.13".

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".

This beauty is perfect for a wedding, anniversary or welcome gift, or any loving event. This design is set up to be personalized with large (29 st high) upper case letters, set up to be easily inserted into the design, on each side of the lacy heart. The featured alphabet is 29 stitches high. There... Read more about Always & Forever - Cross Stitch Pattern

Florence Rose Marriner 1886 is a reproduction of an original cross stitch pattern from Whilst Iris Naps Designs. Florence lived in Berkshire, England and completed her petite sampler when she was 12 years old. If ever the adage, to mind your 'P's and 'Q's, was suited to a sampler,... Read more about Florence Rose Marriner 1886 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Autumn Days is an original cross stitch pattern from Whilst Iris Naps Designs that can be made into a drum finish.

The stitch count for the design is 204 x 86, and on 40ct the finished size is approximately 10 1/4 inches by 4 1/4 inches (26cm x 11cm). The pattern is predominantly full... Read more about Autumn Days - Cross Stitch Pattern

Model stitched using two strands over two threads on 28 Ct. Natural linen using Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count: 198 x 36. Finished Size 15" x 3"

Model stitched over two threads with 28 Ct. Natural Light linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads and DMC floss. Shown with a button from Just Another Button Company. Stitch count: 72 X 72. Design size: 5" x 5"

Cross stitch pattern from Bent Creek featuring an autumn sampler with pumpkins!

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Sandstone linen using The Gentle Arts, Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch count is 40 x 101.

Model stitched on 29 Ct. linen two over two using DMC floss. Stitch count: 96W x 674H. Finished size: 44 2/3" x 6 3/8"