About the Sampler: Given the few clues provided, a scattering of initials and a year only, it is impossible to know more about the stitcher of this lovely sampler with its motifs of delicately arching floral stems, oval leafed cartouche, paired birds and potted florals. The motifs themselves are... Read more
Ann Hunt inscribed the town she stitched her sampler in as Nailsea in 1805. Nailsea is a town in Somerset, England. Research does not reveal the existence of a Quaker school there, although at least one other very similar polychrome Quaker medallion sampler has been discovered stitched a year... Read more
Lydia's sampler is an example of a more decorative Quaker marking sampler containing four different alphabets, six dividing bands, and an often seen swan and birds motif, as well as a floral spray. The colors are muted as in the Quaker style, copying those found in nature. Lydia was a talented young... Read more
An ancestor of the stitcher placed a typewritten note on the back of the framed sampler, dated August 28, 1997. Thomasina Henrietta Jackson (nee Willis) wrote the following: "This sampler was made by Charlotte Keightley, my great aunt by marriage, circa 1840. Her married name at the time was... Read more
Now in a private collection, this sampler was stitched in Lacolle, a southern municipality in Quebec, Canada in 1846 by Emeline Hotchkiss, aged 11. Research reveals an Emeline Hotchkiss was baptized in nearby Laprairie St. Luke's Anglican Church in 1834, around the year our stitcher would have been... Read more
This sampler's appeal was its similarity to Bristol orphanage motifs, bands and alphabets. While clearly not a Bristol school sampler, as it was stitched at Daglingworth School, curiosity leads one to wonder why similar motifs? Daglingworth lies only fifty miles from Bristol, England. It has been... Read more
This chart contains all sixteen pattern pages from a tiny paper pattern album passed out as a souvenir in 1851 at Prince Albert's Crystal Palace Great Exhibition. They were mass produced inexpensively but are rarely found today due to the nature of the flimsy paper and the effects of time. Other... Read more
I love Roses and you can find them scattered throughout this chart. I sure did enjoy designing and stitching this one!
Model was stitched on 32ct "Sand Dollar" laguna linen from Be Stitch Me using floss from Colour and Cotton, Weeks Dye Works, Cottage Garden Threads, Classic Colorworks threads, and The Gentle Art. Stitch count is 190 x 233.
Model was stitched on 32ct "Cold Foam" linen from Be Stitch Me using threads from Classic Colorworks, Weeks Dye Works, and Colour and Cotton. We trimmed the model with "Birds Nest" ric rac from Lady Dot
The handcrafted wooden star button is included with the chart. Stitch count is 119 x 119.
Bessie is grazing in the Bluebells with her little calf while their Shepherdess watches the butterflies. The chart is encircled by a delicate white rose border with a sampler of numbers at the bottom. My friend Maria from Mystic Meadow Creations turned this chart into a lovely project bag but you... Read more
Proverbs 31:19- "She Layeth her hands to the spindle and her hands hold the distaff"
A distaff is a tool used in spinning. It is designed to hold the unspun fibers, keeping them untangled and thus easing the spinning process. It is most commonly used to hold flax and wool, but can... Read more
This is the first in a series of 6 houses inspired by the shotgun houses found throughout New Orleans. Stitch each house separately or all together as.
We stitched them on 32ct "Pioneer Trail" linen from Mountain Aire using threads from DMC, Weeks Dye Works, and Classic Colorworks. Stitch count is 77 x 65.
A set of four designs: the typography chart with their names, Rose wearing a red blanket, Merlot wearing a purple blanket, and Chardo- Neigh with beads in her hair.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct using Forbidden Fiber Co not listed (016, 122, 210, 326, 509, 606, 1022, 1309), Sulky Poly... Read more
A woodland deer shaped gingerbread cookie with a green wreath around her neck.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Chestnut from Wichelt using Sulky Poly Sparkle 0526, 0577, Wonderfil Spagetti SP101, SP52, SP12, and Mill Hill button 86196 (Sulky, Wonderfil, and button not listed). DMC conversion included. Stitch count is 57 x 67.
I'm really loving Quakers lately. This design was first released in an exclusive Box in 2023 and hasn't been seen since. I've had it stitched in both Sulky 12wt Cottons and in overdyed Cottage Garden Threads(Marigold, Lima, Hearth, Hugs & Kisses, and Story). The chart will provide both conversions,... Read more
This biscornu is the companion piece to my Needle Heathen needlebook from 2023. It's made for those of us who don't really pay attention to which needle we're using or when; we just want to stitch!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct Toasted Almond linen. Stitch Count: 61w x 61h each side.
This design is inspired by Nathaniel Hawthrone's short story "Rappaccini's Daughter" in which Dr. Rappaccini cultivates a beautiful but deadly garden filled with wonderous plants. Inspired by this story, I "gathered" plants from my own life and experience and put them together with... Read more
Strawberry Dream is third in the series, From Trudy's Kitchen. The stitch count is 81 wide by 96 high. The model was stitched in DMC (Needlepoint Silk conversions are provided) on 32ct Needle Bling Designs & Hand Dyed Linens' Shrekie's Tan. Stitch count is 81 x 96.
Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring Adam and Eve in a sampler!
The antique was stitched on slightly unevenweave linen, close in color to Baked Clay by Fox and Rabbit. Stitch count is 116 x 165. Finished size on 32 Ct is 7.25" x 10.3".
Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring a sampler with the phrase "Life, He lives long that lives well and time misspent is not lived but lost"!
Model is stitched on 36 count Saltbush linen by Fox and Rabbit using Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 126 x 162. Finished size: 7 x 9.
This sampler is an exclusive to the Facebook stitch-a-long for 2022.
Pattern is stitched on 40 count Hogbristle linen using Dinky Dyes, Soie D'Alger, DMC, Gloriana silks, and Classic Colorworks Cotton and Silk threads. Stitch count is 293 x 245. Finished size: 14.6 x 12.2.
This design from New York Dreamer says "Cross Stitching Forever, Housework Whenever!"
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Milk & Honey by Fiber on a Whim with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colourworks, Gentle Art Sampler threads and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 140x140. NOTE: design is shown on a custom bobbin frame which is not included.
This design from New York Dreamer says "I am the vine, you are the branches. Whoever remains in me and I in him, will bear much fruit." The design also features a church and vines.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Country Mocha Belfast linen with Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Art Sampler threads, Classic Colorworks and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 158x158.
The latest member of the Faire series...Vineyard Faire!
The model was stitched 32 ct. Pistachio Frappe by Grace Notes Fabrics, with Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works threads. DMC alternatives provided. Stitch count is 103 x 66.
I chose to finish this with vintage hardware from a thrifted bell pull, but it also fits perfectly into an 8x10 frame. I just couldn't resist that golden touch!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct. "Hibiscus" by Fiber On A Whim with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 89 w x 107 h
Chart includes large design and pin pillow. This set is part of my "Fresh Picked" series.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct. "Vintage Maritime White" by Lakeside Linens with Gentle Arts and Weeks Dye Works floss with DMC converions. Stitch Count: 149 w x 91 h. Trim: "Sizzle" pom pom by Lady Dot Creates.
Cross Stitch pattern from The Primitive Hare featuring good sentiments with needles and threads. Six patterns included!
Patterns are stitched on 40 count or 30 count Primitive Hare fabric using DMC, Gentle Arts, Weeks Dye works, and Classic Colorworks threads. "Home is Where My... Read more
Cross Stitch pattern from The Primitive Hare from the Women in History series. "Marie Curie - Now is the time to understand more, so that we may fear less. Science."
Pattern is stitched on 30 count Old Salem Linen using DMC floss threads. Stitch count is 154 x 147. DMC3893 is discontinued.
This cross stitch pattern from The Primitive Hare features the saying "Cross Stitch Queen".
Pattern is stitched on 30 ct Old Salem Linen using Weeks Dye Works floss with DMC and Kreinik braids. Stitch count is 309 x 56. Finished size is 20.6 in wide X 3.73 in high.