Inspired by my grandmother's collection of stitching notions, I decided that my entry into the sampler world needed to be a tomato. A red, sampler tomato. Everything we love about the stitching aesthetic in one place. And here she is - ripe and ready for you to enjoy.
Peter might start a whole new trend in eyewear! Look for more Hey there' designs this year - come hear the origin story in our room (if you raised kids or had grandkids in the late 1900's, you will understand!)
The model was stitched on 32 ct. linen with DMC floss. The stitch count is 71 x 68 with a finished size of 4.44" x 4.25".
Oh Tomato, you look so fine growing on that blessed vine. Did you know your true worth was to aid my stitching work (original verse by Cathy Habermann). The sampler is fully charted for BOTH the verse stitched over 1 thread as well as an over 2 threads version.
Add a glittery gherkin to your tree this year for some extra holiday zing! This partial kit includes chart and finishing directions as well as green aida, felt backing, beads and sequins, and gold braid. You supply the DMC floss.
Stitched on provided green aida fabric using DMC floss. Stitch count is 18 x 53. Finished size is 1" x 3.75" on 14 count.
Cross stitch pattern from Stacy Nash featuring an adorable bunny wearing a sweater with a few yummy carrots!
Harrison is stitched on 35 count Corn Silk linen from Weeks Dye Works with Gentle Arts Threads. Finished Size: 3" wide by 10 1/2" high. Stitch Count: 54 wide by 185 high
"John 2025" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. Another joyful addition to the series of littles', ~ "John" is just a happy little guy who loves to share his favorite veggie with his beloved, Priscilla...(they are both vegan).
"John 2025" by Notforgotten Farm was designed by Lori Brechlin. Another joyful addition to the series of littles', ~ "Priscilla" is sweet all the way around and always good-natured. Priscilla gathers beets for a very special feast she will share with her hubby, "John".... Read more
Tomatoes are growing on the vine in this Plum Street Sampler design. Shown finished as a pincushion.
The model was stitched over two threads on 36 Ct. Cafe au Lait with Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks & DMc floss. Stitch Count: 57W x 68H. Finished Size: 3.17w x 3.78h.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. white Belfast linen with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 29H x 57W. Finished size: 2" x 3 1/2". Pattern comes with chart, finishing instructions, gold hanger for tail, antique brass button, orange beads, satin ghost and candy corn heart bead.
Cross stitch pattern from Scarlett House featuring a sweet gardening vegetable design with the phrase "Home Grown Tomatoes". This pattern is part of the "Simple Samplers" series. These smalls are intended to be grouped together in a dough bowl or display.
Cross stitch pattern from October House Fiber Arts featuring seven different tomatoes in a row!
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Light Khaki linen from Weeks Dye Works using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works floss with DMC conversions. Stitch count is 127w x 34h.
Cross stitch patterns from Hands on Design featuring a small tray that says "Tomayto Tomahto" and a tomato pincushion.
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct Gray and 32 ct Aztec Red from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch counts are 109 x 31 pincushion and 73 x 73 tray.
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.
Model stitched two over two on 28 Ct. French Lace using DMC floss. Specialty stitches used: French Knot & 3/4 Stitch. Stitch count: 289W x 72H. Design size: 20.6" x 5.1"
"Sweet plump tomato ripening on the vine, one day soon, you're going to be mine"
Model stitched over two on 36 ct. Dirty Edinburgh linen using Classic Colorworks & Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch count 139 x 92. Finished Size is 7.72 in wide X 5.11 in high.
"Crazy Love" stitched on over two threads 30 Ct. linen with DMC floss and Thread Gatherer Silk N Colors. Stitch Count: 128W x 60H. Design Size: 9" x 4" An alternate graph is included in case you don't like the backwards "L" as shown in the model.
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Virginia Beach Brew by R&R Reproductions (or fabric of your choice) with Weeks Dye Works and DMC floss. Stitch Count: 97W x 89H. Finished size: 5.3" x 5".
"Knee high by the 4th of July" Model stitched over two on 32 Ct. Milk Chocolate by Fabrics by Stephanie, using Gentle Art and Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch Count: 91x126. Design Size: 6" x 8"
Cross stitch pattern from Erica Michaels featuring an heirloom tomato pincushion with saying "Prosperity and good fortune." Comes with hand dyed buttons.
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Tycho from Picture This Plus using Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch counts: Pin pillow - 102 x 88. Berry - 127 x 72.
Fall just got a little more gourd-geous! The Hey Pumpkin cross stitch features Fall's favorite bounty, capped with a lively leaf and vine and it's ready to spice up your autumn decor.
Hey Pumpkin pattern comes with full-color instructions, diagrams and supply list, including... Read more
Model stitched over 2 threads on 30 Ct. Cappuccino linen with Weeks Dye Works floss. Stitch Count: 42W x 40H. Design Size: 3" x 3". Shown finished in a Heartware Tart.
Part 1 of the 9 part "Fall on the Farm" series. Each part is 63 stitches square and finished size is approximately 4-1/4".
If stitching this as one large design, leave three stitches between the blocks. The large finished design is 195 stitches square or 13" x 13".
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Reproduction of a previously discontinued pattern. Model stitched two over two on 32 Ct. Bayleaf Jobelan using DMC floss. Stitch Count: 82H x 250W. Finished Size: 5 1/8" x 15 5/8"
A reprint of a previously discontinued pattern. Model stitched on 32 Ct. Jobelan with DMC floss. Stitch Count of individual letters: 26H x 26W and the finished size is 1.63" x 1.63". Stitch count of entire alphabet: 250H x 82W and the finished size is 15.63" x 5.13".
An old black Singer sewing machine brings back memories of mom patiently trying to teach me how to sew! Chart comes with gold scissor and thimble charms. Stitch Count: 86H x 120W.
Pattern is stitched on 30 ct Parchment from Weeks Dye Works using Valdani threads with DMC conversion. Stitch count is 133 x 133. Finished size is 9" x 9".
The monthly Word Swap series has finished but we will continue to sprinkle in Word Swaps throughout the year! This new one is "Tomatoes". They are the perfect 'Little Black Dress' to add to stitcher's displays.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 28 Ct. White Monaco fabric... Read more
The Queen of Thread stitches in red! This adorable cross stitch pattern would look great personalized to any queen and hung in the craft room! Quick to work up with some gorgeous overdyed flosses on polka-dot linen!
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 count Mini Dots Basalt on... Read more
Celebrate the Heartland with this design of rolling hills filled with abundant grain. It was inspired by my nieces when they found themselves lost one day in the middle of Illinois farm country. It's a little bit Grant Wood and a little bit Whimsy!
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Flax linen... Read more
This design is a companion to my fall release, "Troublemakers". It's hard to get too angry at these rascally rabbits, because they're so darned cute.
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 ct. "Country French Cafe Mocha" with DMC floss. Stitch Count: 61 w x 59 h. Trim: "Jack" ric rac by Lady Dot Creates