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
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".
Have you been nautical or nice this year? Either or both, I present to you the Seas & Greetings sampler. It features three ships rigged for the holidays and answers that burning question of how the narwhal came to have a wreath on her tusk. There are several spots for personalization with initials... 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
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.
Agnes Binnie was born in Stirlingshire, Scotland, on March 22, 1808, to Robert Binnie and Mary Addie. She married James Barclay on March 16, 1832, in Falkirk, Stirlingshire. The couple had at least six sons and three daughters. Around 1870 they emigrated to Scotland Township in McDonough, Illinois.... Read more
Made in Providence, Rhode Island, this sampler is a superb example of the work done at Miss Mary (Polly) Balch's school, one of the most important female learning institutions in America at that time. Combining sophisticated architectural, landscape and figural motifs with elaborate and unusual... Read more
The original sampler, made in England in 1848, was stitched with cross, counted satin, petit point, and eyelet stitches on an extremely fine glazed linen of approximately fifty threads per inch.
It is unusual to find such a meticulously and finely stitched sampler at this late date, when... Read more
This mid-eighteenth-century Scottish band sampler features many classic seventeenth-century patterns, executed in cross, eyelet, double running, counted satin, back, and queen stitches.
The virtually unfaded color was reproduced from the front of the sampler. Six pattern bands precede... Read more
A sampler from the collection of the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge, England.
Skill and expertise in sampler-making did not necessarily peak in the mid-to-late seventeenth century and then wane during what is often called the "golden age" of English sampler-making. These skills... Read more
Florence May Piggin 1889 is a reproduction of an original red thread sampler in our collection from Braintree, Essex in the South East of England.
The pattern for Florence's sampler stitch count is 224 x 76 stitches and our model is stitched using 1 strand of floss over 2 linen threads on... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Homespun Samplar featuring a sampler with an Irish prayer: "May those who love you, love you and those who don't, may God turn there heart and if he can not, turn their ankle so you will know them by their limp"!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Linen using DMC threads. Stitch count is 207 x 167. Finished size is 12.94" x 10.44".
"Sometimes you will never know the true value of a moment until it becomes a memory." the disembodied voice of Dr Seuss whispered in Jack's big floppy ear. "Mark my words little bunny... they are important!" To be continued...
Model stitched on fabric of your choice with one color of floss. Stitch count: 294 x 335.
This little Quaker sampler can be attached to an antique wooden bobbin, framed, or made into a pillow. Perhaps you have other ideas.
Charts are included for three different sampler versions of various dimensions. Antique bobbins vary in size, so instructions guide you to match one of the... Read more
A collection of 3 designs sharing a similar schoolgirl theme. Alice Garner was stitched on 40 ct. Grey, Clara Beacher was stitched on 40 ct. Legacy or any cream linen, and Edith Greyson was stitched on 40 ct. Aztec Red.
Stitch counts:
Alice Garner: 109 x 70
Clara Beacher: 80 x 80
Edith Greyson: 117 x 61.
Cross stitch pattern from Robin Pickens featuring a nautical sampler with shells, anchors and seagulls!
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct White Monaco Evenweave (Pillows on 14 ct) using Cosmo threads (156 not listed) with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 112w x 139h. Finished Size: 8" x 10".
Cross stitch pattern from Little House Needleworks featuring a sampler with a peaceful phrase. "I rest the deer within the wood, drawn by its silent call, far from the throbbing crowd of men, on nature's breast I fall. My couch is sweet with blossoms fair, a bed of fragrant dreams, and soft from... Read more
The models are stitched on 40 count Picture This Plus Ale linen with 1 ply of the Weeks Dye Works hand dyed cotton threads. Stitch count is 125 x 125 and 54 x 54.
Note from the designer: "Between Friends - A Fall Sampling is the 3rd of 4 seasonal books from Hands On Design & Summer House Stitche Workes. Beautiful photographs, detailed finishing instructions, with 8 projects to inspire."
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The Home Town Holiday Sampler Cross Stitch by Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet hits all the hallmarks of a traditional cross stitch sampler-an alphabet, decorative borders and a house set in a horizontal band format. Rows of holly, straight stitches and a cheerful alphabet stitched in Christmas red top... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Wishing Thorn featuring a lovely beehive sampler!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Milk and Honey from Fiber on a Whim using DMC, Thread Gatherer's Silk N Colors, and Kreinik threads. Stitch count is 131 x 140. Finished size is 7.25" x 7.75".
Models stitched on 16 count parchment using DMC floss.
And All At Once...: Stitch count 118 x 89.
Simple Samples Autumn: Stitch Count 111 x 139.
Welcome Fall: Stitch Count 64 x 42.
Pumpkin Patch: Stitch Count 100 x 100.
Autumn Alphabet: Stitch Count 64 x 64.
Basket of Blooms Fall: Stitch count 59 x 54.
Fall Quilt: Stitch Count 49 x 49.
Cross stitch pattern from Blackbird Designs featuring a sampler with the phrase "Halloween Greeting"! This is a reprint.
Stitched on 30 count 18th Century Sea Glass by R&R Reproductions using weeks Dye Works and Gentle Art threads. Stitch count is 115 x 83 for Sampler, 70 x 44 for Pincushion, and 75 x 48 for Pumpkin Pincushion.
Pumpkins, colorful leaves, squirrels - just a few things that come to mind when thinking of fall. It's a favorite season for many of us and a dream to design for! Hand-dyed buttons and a brass charm are included.
Pattern is stitched on 36 count Wheat using Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 65 x 79 for pin pillow and 127 x 72 for berry.
Christmas greetings from around the world with a classic sampler feel. The monochromatic designs allow you to choose your favorite fabric/floss/trim combinations - perfect for a stash dive! If you're a world traveler, you could add one for each country you've visited! I have a few others in... Read more
It's that time of the year! The leaves are changing, the pumpkins are ready, and the earth is preparing for its long winter nap. The crisp air and wonderful smells of the season remind us that there is much to be thankful for.
Pattern is stitched on 32ct Linen using DMC, The Gentle Arts and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch Count: 169 x 186.
This 14 page booklet includes eight smalls to finish as scissor fobs or ornaments,two smalls to finish as needlebooks, two bookmarks, two extra borders, plus a lovely Welcome!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Aztec from Under The Sea Fabrics. Stitch count is 316 X 176 stitches.
This leaflet sized pattern includes an alphabet and numbers for personalizing. It is a fun fast stitch, that can grace your wall all year around! "Good deeds create love in every season"!
Pattern is stitched on 28ct Antique White using DMC floss. Stitch count is 136 X 136 stitches.
This 10-page booklet includes four fun designs for needlebook covers, a bookmark or extra borders, and two smalls to finish as scissor fobs or small ornaments.
Pattern is stitched on 28ct Platinum Linen using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count is 144 X 252 stitches.
Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Cornsilk using DMC floss, Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 198x198. Design Size: 12 3/4" x 13".