Samplers Nashville Needlework Market 2025 Cross Stitch

Cross Stitch pattern from Cosford Rise Stitchery featuring a lovely sampler!

Model stitched on 36ct Vintage Country Mocha using The Gentle Arts, Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works and DMC, one strand over two. DMC conversion included. Stitch count is 226h x 225w. Finished size is 12.56 in wide X 12.5 in high.

This piece was inspired by a fragment of a sampler I saw, where just the part of it was framed. It looked so cute, and I love the idea of impermanence and the wear-and-tear of centuries. This is one of a series of four. All four seasons will be represented, and one side will be "missing"... Read more about Summer Sampler Fragment - Cross Stitch Pattern

Inspired by my love of libraries, this design features an open book that is sprouting flowers and mushrooms with birds and a butterfly floating above. It reads: "the very existence of libraries affords the best evidence that we may yet have hope for the future of humanity".

... Read more about An Ode To Libraries - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Stacy Nash featuring a beautiful sampler of a home with a floral border!

The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 ct Linen with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch counts are 179 x 191 (Sampler) and 137 x 49 (pin keep). Finished sizes are 10" x 10" (sampler) and 3.5" x 3".

Enter the world of red school samplers and discover the fascinating history and tradition of this special embroidery art. Red samplers are a unique piece of cultural heritage: once a compulsory part of girls' education, now loved by embroidery enthusiasts worldwide.

The book offers 64... Read more about Connected By The Red Thread - Cross Stitch Pattern

This was originally designed for Quilter's Station's fall retreats last year. It was designed to fit on an eighth yard of the 36-count Flax Edinburgh, which makes for economical kitting. Big brick houses, strawberry borders, blocky alphabets, and friendly quilting motifs are quintessential elements... Read more about Kindness Makes Friends - Cross Stitch Pattern

Second in the series of sampler fragments. Each is meant to look incomplete, as often old samplers are cut or damaged over the centuries. Each sampler in the series will have a different edge "cut off." All will be the same size on the same fabric.

Pattern is stitched on 40 count... Read more about Spring Sampler Fragment - Cross Stitch Pattern

What could be better than spending time in The Strawberry Patch? This is a small sampler celebrating the perfect strawberry.

The pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Parchment by Weeks Dye Works using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 77 x 66. Finished size is 4.81" x 4.13".

She is delicate and so very pretty. Being a monochromatic stitch made her very relaxing to work on.

Model stitched on 46 count Linen using Flamingo Floss by Gloriana. Small patterns are available as a separate chart. Stitch count: 158 x 124. Finished Size: 6.87w X 5.39h

Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring a lovely reproduction sampler with birds! Book includes a separate pattern for flowers!

Stitched on 18 count perforated paper or 36 count fabric. Stitch count is 193 x 246. Finished size is 10.72 x 13.67.

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 about Hope - Cross Stitch Pattern

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 Samplers And Primitives featuring a sampler with butterflies!

Pattern is stitched on an aged/stained, "vintage", neutral linen or evenweave using DMC, The Gentle Arts Sampler threads, The Gentle Arts Simply Shaker, Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works,... Read more about M.T. - The Butterfly Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Samplers And Primitives featuring a lovely sampler with bees!

Stitched on Cream Linen or Evenweave. Stitch count is 220 x 104. Finished size is 13.75 in wide X 6.5 in high for 32 count fabric.

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"

Cross stitch pattern from Pansy Patch Quilts and Stitchery featuring a lovely sampler with bees!

Honey Bee Sampler is stitched on 36 count linen, one strand of floss over two linen threads with the following floss: Creme Brulee by Roxy Floss Co. (8 yard skeins) - requires 3 skeins. Stitch count is 179w x 187h. Finished size is 9.94 in wide X 10.39 in high.

This cross stitch design from Puntini Puntini features a sampler with the alphabet celebrating Summer!

Stitched on 32 ct Raw Belfast Zweigart linen with DMC threads. Stitch Count: 88 x 123. Finished size is 6.36" x 8.79".

The original sampler is a charmer, and can you believe Felicie was only 7? As always, my charts come with a little essay about the antique, and my thoughts about what make the sampler special, in this case, those beautiful, organic borders, the color palette, the airy space contained within, and the... Read more about A French Summer Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch book from Teresa Kogut featuring 3 vintage sampler pieces!

Patterns are stitched on 40 Ct Saltbush from Fox and Rabbit using Classic Colorworks, DMC, and Weeks Dye Works threads.

Stitch Counts and Finished Sizes:
Thy Neighbor: 100 x 71; 5" x 3 1/2"
... Read more about Humble Cottage - Cross Stitch Book

Cross stitch pattern from Twin Peak Primitives featuring a lovely sampler in red!

The pattern is stitched on 28 ct Cashel as 2 over 2. Stitch count is 138w X 177h. Finished size is 9.9w x 12.7h.

Please note: The designer recommends 8 skeins for the pattern, but we believe that... Read more about Anneke Boer 1801 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Milady's Posies is a beauty, if I do say so myself. The center "posy" is a reproduction of an antique powder compact. The flowers were stitched on silk gauze which decorates the top of the compact.

Stitched on 40 count fabric using DMC threads. Stitch count is 249 x 87. Finished size is 12.45 in wide X 4.35 in high.

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 about Birds on the Temple - Cross Stitch Pattern

I couldn't resist the urge to create another Quaker Stocking after the enthusiasm I saw for my Quaker Christmas Stocking! This new piece uses the exact same linen and silks as the Christmas stocking.

It is stitched on 40-Count Wheat linen from Fiber on a Whim using Needlepoint Silks. Stitch count is 173 x 447. Finished size is 8.65" x 22.35".

I found these sweet small frames at my local Michael's Store about a year ago and knew they needed samplers. I immediately posted a photo of them on Instagram encouraging stitchers to grab them up. I hope many of them did! In November I designed these sweet birth samplers and love how they look... Read more about Birth Samplers - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Little Robin Designs featuring a lovely, fancy sampler!

Pattern is stitched on 40ct linen using Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Gentle Arts threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 100w x 160h. Finished size is 5" x 8".

These fun little Quaker Samplers are just the thing for a stitcher looking for a quick stitch and simple elegance.

Model is stitched on 32 count Lambswool Linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 80 x 72. Finished size is 5" x 4.5".

The final installment in the series is here! After 4 years I am happy to have a conclusion to this happy Christmas series and hope you like the 12th day! 12 Drummers drumming is represented by a berry bowl full of drum silhouettes and a pair of birds bidding adieu to the series!

Sampler... Read more about Twelfth Day of Christmas Sampler and Tree - Pattern

A fun little pincushion-sized stitch for those that find themselves equally drawn to the old and the new. A companion piece to the much larger "Rock & Roll Sampler"

Pattern is stitched on 32 count Dirt Track from Fox and Rabbit linen using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works threads with a DMC conversion. Stitch count is 92 x 46. Finished size is 5.11" x 2.56".

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 about Treasured Memories - Cross Stitch Pattern

This page from an Antique Pattern Album made in Germany contains common motifs used in Bristol samplers and English day schools. These pattern booklets from France, England and Germany were published widely and used for embellishing samplers. The motifs on this particular page appear on The Amelia... Read more about Bristol Pattern Page - Cross Stitch Pattern

Ireland: Elizabeth Martin, circa 1789, a Mountmellick Irish Quaker Sampler Guernsey: Julia Rachel De La Mare, 1849, A Guernsey, Channel Island Sampler
Wales: Sarah Williams, Holyhead, Wales 1864 Scotland: Jean Donaldson, 1826, a Scottish Sampler and Anne Phillip, Edinburgh 1818
... Read more about British Isles Band Sampler - Cross Stitch Pattern

A collaboration piece with Twin Peak Primitive. Includes Sampler, George and Martha pin cushions, and Martha Washington drum.

Pattern is stitched on 28ct Jobelan Lambswool and 14ct Jobelan Lambswool(Drum). Stitch Counts are 114W x 192H (Sampler), 63W x 78H (Pin Cushion), 152W x 71H... Read more about Mount Vernon 1761 - Cross Stitch Pattern

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 Fox and Rabbit featuring a cute pink house!

The pattern is stitched on 36 count fabric using Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks floss. DMC conversion included. Stitch count is 137 x 79. Finished size is 7.61" x 4.39".

Cross stitch pattern from Fox and Rabbit featuring a cute house on a sampler!

The pattern is stitched on 40 ct Inca using Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks with DMC floss. DMC conversion included. Stitch count is 242 x 242. Finished size is 12.1" x 12.1".

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.

Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring a lovely sampler used as a pincushion!

Stitched on 32 count and 35 count fabrics Chestnut and Beige. Stitch count is 75 x 80 and 80 x 90. Finished size is 4.7 x 5 and 4.6 x 5.1

Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring a lovely sampler.

Stitched on 36 count Hogbristle by Fox and Rabbit using Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 202 x 180. Finished size is 11.23 x 10.

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".

This design is exclusive for the Nashville show for 2 months. This is a quick stitch with shades of blue, green, and rust accomplished in cross stitch over 2.

Stitched on Cedar River "Maple Bar" 40 ct. with 100/3 silks. Stitch count: 149 (w) x 202 (h). Finished size is 7 1/2" x 10 1/8".

Cross stitch pattern from The Proper Stitcher featuring a lovely reproduction sampler!

The pattern is stitched on 36 count linen using Retors Du Nord by Sajou floss (not listed). Stitch Count: 168 x 179. Finished size is 9 3/8" x 10".

This cross stitch design from Puntini Puntini features a sampler with the alphabet celebrating spring!

Stitched on 32 ct Raw Belfast Zweigart linen with DMC threads. Stitch Count is 88 x 124. Finished size is 5.5 in wide X 7.75 in high.

This cross stitch design from Puntini Puntini features a sampler with the alphabet celebrating Autumn!

Stitched on 32 ct Raw Belfast Zweigart linen with DMC threads. Stitch Count is 88 x 123. Finished size is 5.5 in wide X 7.75 in high.

This cross stitch design from Puntini Puntini features a sampler with the alphabet celebrating Winter!

Stitched on 32 ct Raw Belfast Zweigart linen with DMC threads. Stitch Count is 88 x 123. Finished size is 5.5 in wide X 7.75 in high.

Cross stitch pattern from Rosewood Manor featuring a lovely sampler with hydrangeas! This 10-page booklet includes 1 small sampler, 1 needlebook cover with 2 scissor fobs and 2 WELCOMES!

Pattern is stitched on 32 ct linen. Stitch count is 176 X 187 stitches. Finished size is 5.5 in wide X 5.84 in high.

Mary Fosh 1821 has been an eight month stitch along for the Tudor Rose Sampler Guild, and she has a beautiful palette, and despite being English she looks like American Folk Art to me. She was so enjoyable to stitch, and I am so excited to share her with you.

Pattern is stitched on 46 ct... Read more about Mary Fosh 1821 - Cross Stitch Pattern

Cross stitch pattern from Samplers Not Forgotten featuring a lovely sampler with garden flowers!

Model stitched over two threads on 36 ct Beige from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count is 208w x 196h. Finished size is 11.5w" x 10.5h".