Samplers Cross Stitch Patterns Page 45

Hearts Entwined was originally dreamed up while planning my own wedding sampler. I have included instructions for modifying the design to be used as a wedding or anniversary sampler.

Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Light Examplar using Gloriana and Needlepoint Silk threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 177 x 273.

Forget Me Not is the second in a series of geometric floral designs, inspired by flowers from my mother's garden. The design uses full cross stitch only, and is suitable for aida if you choose.

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Magnolia from Lakeside Linens using Gloriana or DMC threads. Stitch count is 237 x 237.

The Antique Lace Band Sampler by Northern Expressions Needleworks is a highly detailed, beautiful, and intricate design that captures the delicate elegance of vintage lacework. Its combination of lace bands, soft color palette, and 18 intricate specialty stitches makes it a challenging yet... Read more about Antique Lace Band Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

My Mother's Garden 2 is a follow up piece to my first design ever. The original was done as a tribute to my mom, as is this one. The verse, written by me, still chokes her up to this day!

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Crescent Cream from the bright colourway or 40 ct Parchment from Weeks... Read more about My Mother's Garden 2 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Marigold is the sixth in a series of geometric floral designs, inspired by flowers from my mother's garden. Because all full cross stitch is used, any type of fabric is suitable.

Pattern is stitched on 40 count Magnolia linen using Crescent Colours Belle Soie threads or DMC. Stitch count is 237 x 237.

Tulip is the fourth in a series of geometric floral designs, inspired by flowers from my mother's garden. Because the design is all full cross stitches, any type of fabric is suitable.

Pattern is stitched on 40 count Magnolia linen using Crescent Colours Belle Soie threads or DMC. Stitch count is 237 x 237.

Celtic Snow is the fourth in the seasonal Celtic designs, and has been a long time coming. 4 years on the drawing board before I finally decided I liked it, much to the dismay of my mother! The colours are meant to evoke the feeling of a snowy winter night, the moonlight glinting off freshly fallen... Read more about Celtic Snow - Cross Stitch Pattern

Shades of Gold is the first in a series of twelve shaded designs featuring bands and motifs shaped into geometric patterns. Because the design uses cross stitch only, any type of fabric is suitable.

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct French Vanilla Linen from Sassy's Fabbys using Gloriana, Dinky Dyes, or DMC threads. Stitch count is 250 x 250.

Northern Expressions Needlework's "Spanish Diamonds" design is a beautiful, intricate needlework pattern that combines traditional and contemporary elements. The Spanish Diamonds design uses special stitches to create texture, depth, and visual interest. There are 40 different Specialty... Read more about Spanish Diamonds Specialty Cross Stitch Pattern

Shades of Wine is the second in a series of twelve shaded designs featuring bands and motifs shaped into geometric patterns. Because the design uses only cross stitch, any fabric is suitable.

Pattern is stitched on 40 count Alabaster linen using Dinky Dyes or DMC threads. Stitch count is 249 x 249.

Shades of Red is the third in a series of twelve shaded designs featuring bands and motifs shaped into geometric patterns. Because the design is all cross stitch, any type of fabric is suitable.

Model is stitched on 40 count Raffia Cream Linen using Classic Colorworks, Dinky Dyes, or DMC threads. Stitch count is 249 x 249

Shades of Orange is the fifth in a series of twelve shaded designs featuring bands and motifs shaped into geometric patterns. Because the design is all cross stitch, any type of fabric is suitable.

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Honey Nut by Sassy's Fabbys using Classic Colorworks Silks or DMC threads. Stitch count is 249 x 249.

Shades of Green is the seventh in a series of twelve shaded designs featuring bands and motifs shaped into geometric patterns. Because the design is entirely cross stitch, any type of fabric is suitable.

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Chrysalis from Picture This Plus using Dinky Dyes or DMC threads. Stitch count is 249 x 249.

Shades of Olive is the eighth in a series of twelve shaded designs featuring bands and motifs shaped into geometric patterns. Because the design is entirely cross stitch, any type of fabric is suitable.

Pattern is stitched on 40 count Regency using Classic Colorworks or Dinky Dyes or DMC threads. Stitch count is 249 x 249.

This geometric sampler is done in mirror image, stitching the motifs in both positive and negative space.

Model is stitched on 36 count Antiqued linen using Silk Mill threads; Soie D' Alger, NPI, and DMC options listed. Stitch count is 205 x 293. Silk Mill threads needed: Vintage Port, Mulberry Wine, Campari Soda, Rosemary Jelly, Pink Gin, Salmon Mousse.

Peacock Mandala is the first in a series of themed mandala designs. These are just as detailed and intricate as my larger designs, but with a smaller finished size for those who don't like big projects. I fell in love with these colours while stitching it, they're just so bright, vibrant and fun! ... Read more about Peacock Mandala - Cross Stitch Pattern

Shades of Indigo is the ninth in a series of twelve shaded designs featuring bands and motifs shaped into geometric patterns.

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Lilac from Hand Dyed Fabrics by Stephanie using Dinky Dyes or DMC threads. Stitch count is 249 x 249.

It's been a while since I did a design that is all cross stitch. No beads, no specialty stitches, just relax and stitch. Tapestry in Teal was an idea that grew, and grew, to extreme proportions, but I loved the border I'd laid out so much I had to keep going. It's big, but it's only... Read more about Tapestry in Teal - Cross Stitch Pattern

You know how much I like diagonals. It was inevitable this would happen someday. This actually started as a stocking, but I figured there would be those who didn't care about stockings but wanted to stitch it as a sampler, so I took the liberty of getting ahead of the request. :)

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

"The Sowing Sampler" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. The verse reads, "My linen is my soil, my needle is my plow, my threads are my seeds, and my words do I sow".

Model shown stitched on 30 ct. Tin Roof linen from Weeks Dye Works using Gentle Arts threads one strand over two. Stitch count is 99 x 113. Finished size is 6.6" x 7.53".

"Rabbit Folk" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. Mr. and Mrs. Rabbit folk are excited for spring.

Pattern is stitched on 18 ct Aida using DMC threads. Stitch count is 162 x 106. Finished size is approx. 9" x 6".

"Olde Mustarde Moone" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. A quiet sampler, this one depicts a beloved home at twilight when old-man moon is just coming for a visit. I love the mellow-ness of this design, a little 'out of the box' for me, but I love it still and hope... Read more about Olde Mustarde Moone - Cross Stitch Pattern

"Feeding the Reindeer" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. A folky angel, wonky reindeer & hovering dove, date & partial alphabet

Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Irish linen using DMC threads. Stitch count is 92 x 83. Finished size is 6.57" x 5.93".

Cross stitch pattern from Niky's Creations featuring an adorable sampler bag!

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Linen using DMC threads. Stitch count is 100 x 97. Finished size is 6.25" x 6.06".

Cross stitch pattern from Niky's Creations featuring a beautiful sampler with separate designs for spring and summer.

Pattern is stitched on 36 ct linen using DMC floss. The stitch count is 72 x 96 and the finished size is 4" x 5.33".

Cross stitch pattern from Niky's Creations featuring a cozy winter design with snowflakes, snowman, and more.

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct linen using DMC floss. The stitch count is 99 x 96 and the finished size is 6.19" x 6".

Another beautiful Scottish reproduction sampler. I'm very taken with the house that she used in her sampler. These whitewashed stone cottages appear all over Scotland and Ireland. However, one of the unique things about this house is the blue roof. Being curious, I Googled blue slate in... Read more about Cathrin Sherar 1829 - Cross Stitch Pattern

I have found throughout the years that my beliefs strongly affect my actions. I believe that most other drivers on the road will pay attention to the center line painted on the road and will stay on their side of it. I also believe that there are idiots among us, so I keep a sharp eye on the... Read more about Learn what is True in Order to do What is Right - Pattern

I created Miss Campbell's Scissors Keep using a motif from an antique Scottish sampler in my collection, Margaret Campbell 1848. The Angus Trees on each side of her house caught my attention right away. These trees were just made to be turned into a scissors case. I did take a small liberty with the... Read more about Miss Campbell's Scissors Keep - Cross Stitch Pattern

A Marjorie Massey pattern featuring four festive charts. This is the English version of Noel a la Campagne (NS-8).

Pattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice using DMC threads. Stitch count is 108 x 175.

Model stitched on 40 Ct. Pearled Barley from Lakeside Linens using one strand of Needlepoint Inc. Silk over two threads of linen. Stitch Count: 181W x 125H. Design Size: 10" x 7"

Model stitched on 28ct. Cobblestone Cashel Linen by Zweigart with DMC floss & Rainbow Gallery Treasure Braid. Stitch count is 197W X 233H.

Note: The fabric suggestion listed with a 3 inch border for framing.

Model stitched on 40 Ct. Maritime by Lakeside Linens using Classic Colorworks Belle Soie. Stitch count: 163w x 254h. Design Size: 9" x 13"

"Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envey, it does not boast. It is not proud, it is not rude. It is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered. It keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes,... Read more about Love Is Patient - Cross Stitch Pattern

"To bee or not to bee" Model stitched on 28 ct Pearl Linen using Crescent colors and DMC floss. Approximate size is 7 1/2" square.

Model stitched on 28 count Lambswool Linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 258W x 258H.

Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Vintage Navy Bean linen from Lakeside Linens using either The Gentle Arts or DMC floss. Stitch count is 149 x 116.

"Do Not Worry - birds do not sow or reap yet the Lord God feeds them." Model was stitched on 28 Ct. linen of your choice using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 118 x 84. Design Size: 8" x 6".

"Goodness, faith, loyalty, mercy, kindness, generosity, patience." Model stitched on 32 count Putty linen using DMC & Classic Colorworks. Stitch count: 101W x 150H. Finished Size is 6.31 in wide X 9.38 in high.

Model stitched on 32 count Lambswool linen using DMC, Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count: 115W x 115H. Shown finished in a Family Tree Frame - Style: Michelle, Finish: Fleamarket, Color: Icing, Size: 8 1/2 x 8 1/2.

"Let love and faithfulness never leave you." Model Stitched on 32 Ct. Vintage Buttercream Linen using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works and Gentle Art Sampler Threads. Stitch Count 130 x 150.

Model stitched on 32 count Vintage Buttercream by Lakeside Linens using Classic Color Works and DMC threads. Stitch count: 209W x 311H.

Model stitched one over two on 40 Ct. linen using Gentle Art Sampler Threads. Specialty Stitch Used: Satin Stitch. Stitch Count: 160x210. Design Size: 8" x 10 1/2"

Stitched over two on 32 Ct. linen using Weeks Dye Work. Stitch Count: 39W x 57H. Finished Size: 3" x 4"

Model is stitched on 28 count Cream Cashel Linen using DMC floss, Weeks Dye Works thread, DMC #12 Perle Cotton , DMC #8 Perle Cotton, Dinky Dyes Silk thread and Mill Hill Beads. Stitch count: 278W X 279H.

Model stitched on 28 count Lambswool Linen with DMC floss, Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts Sampler Threads, and Classic Color Works. Stitch count: 133W x 133H. Shown in The Family Tree Frame - Beatrice, Fleamarket Blackbird finish.

"She looketh well to the ways of her household and eateth not the bread of idleners." Model stitched on 30 count Cocoa Linen by Weeks Dye Works with Classic Colorworks Belle Soie. Stitch count: 132W x 144H.

"I sigh not for beauty nor languish for wealth but grant me kind Providence, virtue and health. Then richer thankings and more happy than they, my days shall pass sweetly and swiftly away. Elizabeth Hancock 1831." Model stitched on 30 count Straw Linen with Classic Color Works Bella Soie Silk floss. Stitch count is 271 x 237.