This design was taken from an antique sampler from the early 1800's. The kit is stitched on 36 count linen and includes everything but needle, sewing thread, and stuffing.
Cross Stitch Kit from Samplers Not Forgotten featuring beautiful purple lilacs forming a heart. Kit includes linen, backing fabric, threads, trim, and charm to finish the pinkeep as shown. Needle and filling are not included.
This kit contains linen, backing fabric, trim, threads, ribbon, and heart charm to complete the newest heart in my heart series. Hope you enjoy the sweet violets.
Cross Stitch Kit from Samplers Not Forgotten featuring a pretty bird trying to steal some strawberries. Kit includes 36 count linen, backing fabric, threads, trim, and charm to finish the pinkeep as shown. Needle and filling are not included.
The perfect heart to celebrate that special person with a key to your heart. This kit contains 36c linen, thread, trim, backing fabric, ribbon and key charm.
Cross stitch pattern from Samplers Not Forgotten featuring needlebook set with flowers! This chart also includes the pincushion and scissor fob pattern along with finishing instructions.
Model stitched on 36 ct Gray from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works threads. Stitch count and finished size varies.
Cross stitch pattern from Samplers Not Forgotten featuring a beautiful purple pansy sampler design with the words "It does me good, thou flowers of spring, Thy blossoms to behold, Thou bloom'st when birds begin to sing, in purple and in gold".
Cross Stitch Kit from Samplers Not Forgotten featuring pink roses forming a scrollwork design around a large letter. Kit includes linen, backing fabric, threads, trim, and charm to finish the pinkeep as shown. Needle and filling are not included.
"Even if something is left undone, everyone must take time to sit still and watch the leaves turn" Elizabeth Lawrence 1644-1720. Second in the series of samplers with lots of fun stitches to enjoy!
Pattern is stitched on 32 ct linen using Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count is 187 x 178. Finished size is 11.7" x 11.2".
"Immortal made what should we mind So much as Immortality we beings for a heaven designed what but a heaven our care should be". Yes, this sampler is large... but such a joy to stitch. this is a stunning English sampler from 1803 done in muted colors.
The motif on this piece was taken from an antique Dutch sampler. This piece inspired the English Garden Sampler. Kit contains linen, thread, calico fabric, and ribbon.
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".
"July 4, 1776". Model stitched on 36 Ct. Legacy linen by Picture This Plus with Gentle Art Sampler threads. Stitch count is 130W x 100H and the finished size is 7.22" x 5.56".
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Vintage Pecan Butter from Lakeside Linens using Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 79 x 116. Finished size is 4" x 6".
Wash. Dry. Fold. Repeat. Sound familiar? Not sure how much time you spend in your laundry room... I felt the need to make it a place to enjoy spending time in.
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct linen using Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count is 195 x 193. Finished size is 11.1" x 10.9".
This sampler was brought to me by Stephanie Jirak of Lincoln University, PA. She is the Great Great Great Granddaughter of Nancy Anne Cassell. The family history is included in the chart.
Pattern is stitched on 28 ct Vintage Buttercream using Gloriana and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 162 x 152. Finished size is 11.6" x 10.9".
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Buttercream by Lakeside Linens with Classic Colorworks Belle Soie Silk floss, Gloriana Silk floss, and Needlepoint Inc silks. Stitch Count: 496W x 202H. Finished size approximately 27.7" x 11.3".
Assembled by 123Stitch.com. This convenient floss pack contains all the floss you'll need to stitch Samplers Not Forgotten "Peony Pocket & Accessories".
Floss pack includes Weeks Dye Works Whitewash, Meredith's Pink, Dirt Road, Loden, Blue Jeans, Lily Pad, Bullfrog, Whiskey, Aztec Red, Sun Dried, Peony, and Hibiscus.
This sampler has no name on it so I lovlingly, refer to it as the Black Cat sampler. I believe the original was crafted in England. There are two sets of initials on the sampler but I have not been able to determine if they are that of the stitchers.
"Lord give me wisdom to direct my ways I ask not riches nor yet for Length of Drop. From rocks and sands And stormy weather Pray God Protect John Negus for ever". "My dear friends I will Bless and praise for giving me learning in My Early days Catherine Negus her Sampler finished... Read more about Catherine Negus 1810 - Cross Stitch Pattern
"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 about Elizabeth Lamb 1837 - Cross Stitch Pattern
"Lord what is life tis like a flower That blofsoms and is gone We see it flourish for an hour With all its beauty on". This sampler is dated December 24, 1834. I was told this sampler was a Christmas gift to Louisa's parents. Louisa was 9 years old when she completed this brightly... Read more about Louisa Dodd 1834 - Cross Stitch Pattern
"Few to good breeding make a just pretence Good breeding is the blossom of good sense. The last result of an accomplished mind. With outward grace the bodys virtue joined". I love the bands and motifs Mary Ann used in this sampler. The colors in this sampler are beautiful... the mix of blue... Read more about Mary Ann Robey 1810 - Cross Stitch Pattern
This original design was inspired by many antique samplers.
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct Aspen from Weeks Dye Works using Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts, and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 225 x 211. Finished size is 12.5" x 11.75".
"By this work You may see My parents Love to me". Such a sweet sampler, I love the little verse.
Pattern is stitched on 40 ct Vintage Buttercream from Lakeside Linens using Classic Colorworks, NPI, and Gloriana threads. Stitch count is 298 x 293. Finished size is 15" x 14.8".
"How good is God to me Though he denies me wealth He gives me still a greater gift The precious gift of health My health I would devote To spread his praise abroad And would my youthful powers employ To love and serve my God". Sarah stitched this piece when she was 12 years old.
"Hope is the thing with feathers That perches in the soul And sings the tunes without the words And never stops at all" Emily Dickinson 1830-1886. Fourth in the series of samplers with lots of fun stitches.
Pattern is stitched on 36 ct linen using Gentle Arts threads. Stitch count is 196 x 196. Finished size is 11" x 11".
This little kit takes me back to childhood when the neighbor girls and I would pick all of their Mom's Forget Me Nots. Kit contains linen, thread, velvet, and ribbon.
Cross stitch pattern from Samplers Not Forgotten featuring a lovely sampler with the phrase "Thou, before whose face the children's angels stand grant me a helpless child the grace that thy angelic band. May watch my ways and guard my bed and minister to me till I in death shall bow my head and... Read more about Isabella Bickerdike 1810 - Cross Stitch Pattern