Let us be grateful to the people who make us happy; they are the charming gardeners who make our souls blossom. Marcel Proust's verse inspires this colorful welcome to springtime and a nod to those who make our lives special. The verse is complimented by floral motifs from 19th century pattern... Read more
Pattern by Kathy Barrick featuring a beautiful lady standing among nature with the words "A virtuous woman is a crown to her husband, but she that has no shame is rottenness in his bones".
The model was stitched on 40-Count Pearled Barley from Lakeside Linens using Needlepoint... Read more
The dates mark not just time passed, but time endured-winters survived,
hopes postponed, futures imagined long before they were guaranteed.
Flowers bloom along the bottom edge, softening the scene, because even
revolution needed tenderness to survive. Beauty, after all, is what
makes sacrifice... Read more
Although we have been unable to identify our sampler maker, she definitely knew her geography. Harriet accurately listed the states and territories of the date she stitched in her sampler. Even though the antique sampler is in a tattered state, we are especially happy to preserve Harriet's legacy by... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Pansy Patch Quilts and Stitchery featuring a beautiful winter sampler design ready to celebrate the holiday season.
Quaker Farmhouse is stitched on 36 count linen with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks, and Gentle Arts floss (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 209 x 241 and the finished size is 11.61" x 13.39".
The name and style of this sampler led us to investigate whether it was created in Spain or Mexico. Mexican sampler scholar Mayela Flores Enriquez, PhD, confirmed that although the name is Hispanic, the style of flower baskets and larger girl are not consistent with Mexican dechados (samplers). The... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from Rosewood Manor featuring a lovely sampler with flowers! This 10-page booklet includes designs for 1 bookmark, 2 needlebook covers & 1 scissor fob, plus "BE CREATIVE!" ideas.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Antique White Linen with Weeks Dye Works floss. The stitch count is 198 x 198 and the finished size is 12.4" x 12.4"
Cross stitch pattern from Rosewood Manor featuring a lovely sampler with flowers! This 14-page booklet includes 3 extra designs to finish as Needlebook covers and 1 lovely small Welcome sampler!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 230 x 270 and the finished size is 12.78" x 15".
This is the 6th pattern of 9 from the "For the Birds" 2017 Loose Feathers series. Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Ale linen by Picture This Plus with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 91x91. Finished Size: 6" x 6"
In adapting this sampler to be stitched over one and two threads of linen - instead of 1, 2, 3, and 4 as stitched by Mary - we endeavored to remain true to her composition while creating a more "stitchable" sampler. While the antique is framed, we decided to hemstitch our sampler. We are... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from From The Heart featuring a lovely bouquet of vintage flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 40 count linen using The Gentle Arts floss. Stitch count is 122 x 56, Mini: 31 x 21. Finished size is 6" x 2.8" and 1.5" x 1" (Mini).
Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Gray using Gentle Art Sampler Threads and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 95W x 138H. Design Size: 5 7/8" x 5 7/8"
Cross stitch pattern from Three Sheep Studio featuring a lovely vintage sampler with a basket of flowers!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Old Gold from Fiber on a Whim using Weeks Dye Works threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 153w x 183h. Finished size is 8.5" x 10.17".
This sampler is for all of your customers who love to stitch alphabets and who love to learn the history of a sampler. I took this as an opportunity to learn about the Hutterites and I share a bit of their interesting history in the chart as well as some details about the stitcher, Sarah.
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Cross stitch pattern from Fox and Rabbit featuring a beautiful strawberry sampler!
Patterns are stitched on 40 count Paperbark Linen by Fox and Rabbit using Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks and DMC with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 129 x 89. Finished size is 6.45" x 4.45"
S is for Sampler Stitcher With logo from Cross Stitch Antiques
Pattern is stitched on 46 ct. Dirty Teacup by Needle and Flax with Painters Threads Soie 100/3. The stitch count is 48 x 63 and the finished size is 2.08" x 2.74".
This is the first pattern of 9 from the "For the Birds" 2017 Loose Feathers series. Model stitched on 36 Ct. Wren by Picture this Plus over two threads using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 91x91. Finished Size: 6" x 6"
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.
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
Pattern by Jeannette Douglas featuring a beautiful sampler design with the words "Beautiful things come together One Stitch at a time".
Stitched on 36 ct. Examplar by Lakeside Linens with Gloriana Silk, Classic Colorworks Belle Soie, Silk'N Colors, and Soie 100/3 floss (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 169 x 207 and the finished size is 9.39" x 11.5".
Note from designer: & Stripes is a collaboration with Paulette Stewart of Plum Street Samplers. This chart includes the ampersand AND my Stripes chart. We each designed half of the ampersand.
Pattern is stitched on 40 count Graham Cracker Linen or 40 count Mushroom/Light Mocha Newcastle... Read more
Spell of the Moon. Stitch Count: 65Wx89H. Finished Size: 4 1/2" x 6". Stitched on 32ct Tin Roof from Weeks Dye Works. Threads: Classic Colorowrks, Gentle Arts, WDW
October 31. 76W x 75H, 5" x 2". Fabric: 32ct Tombstone from R&R... Read more
"On the alone my Hope relies Beneath thy cross I fall thou art my life my sacrifice My Savior and My All don 1837". What a stunning English sampler! It was so much fun to stitch with all the motifs and bright colors. Not sure if the swans, bull, or parrot is my favorite... okay, maybe the... Read more
This sampler design from Teresa Kogut features flowers, a house and "When this you see, remember me."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct. Ballet Slippers by Fox & Rabbit with Classic Colorworks, DMC and Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 229x264. Finished size: 11 1/2" x 13 1/4"
Cross stitch pattern from Little Robin Designs featuring two fun pet sampler designs, one with a dog and one with a cat.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct. Feldspar by Picture this Plus with Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss. Finished with Lady Dot Creates Mini Pom Pom 'Mother Lode'. Both patterns have a stitch count of 102 x 102 with a finished size of 5.1" x 5.1".
Cross stitch pattern from Fox and Rabbit featuring a beautiful reproduction sampler!
The model was stitched on 40 ct Paperbark Linen by Fox and Rabbit using Weeks Dyes Works floss with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 231 x 291. Finished size is 11.5" x 14.5".
Cross stitch pattern from October House Fiber Arts featuring the phrase "Calico pie, the little birds fly down to the calico tree"
The pattern is stitched on 32 ct. Light Khaki linen by Weeks Dye Works using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works floss (DMC conversion included). Stitch count is 315 x 82 and the finished size is 19.69" x 5.13".
I learned my letters with a needle and thread Lydia May thought, same as
Mama did before me. Each stitch had to mind its place, just like a person
ought to. The birds kept me company while I worked, hopping close as if
they were curious what I'd make of myself.
"May goodness and mercy follow thee." Model stitched one over two on 36 Ct. Hogbristle from Fox and Rabbit Designs using DMC floss, Classic Colorworks, and Week Dye Works. Stitch Count: 285W x 178H. Design Size: 16" x 10"