"For those unfamiliar with the Book of Days, it's a monthly calendar with plenty of space to jot down notes each day--whether stitching progress, appointments or birthday reminders. The Book of Days is a favorite among stitchers and non-stitchers alike. Each year we include a different antique... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring a variation of the Centennial Eagle design. Adapted by NeedleWork Press from an antique in the Collection of Linda Danielson, Samplers Rembered.
Stitched on your choice of fabric using DMC or Classic Colorwork floss. Stitch Count is 130 x 124. Finished size is 9.3" x 8.9" on 28 count fabric.
Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring an antique sampler reproduction. Ellen's sampler brings to life a variety of flora and fauna that an 11-year-old might have observed in her surroundings back in 1870. You will delight in stitching the birds, dogs, and deer that join the plants,... Read more
Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring an antique animal design. Sometime during the height of Berlin Wood Work, a child saw a deer resting in the woods and decided to recreate its regal presence, along with some delightful motifs frequently seen on samplers of the era. Found in the UK... Read more
This cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress is a reimagining of a 19th Century pinkeep.
The model was stitched with 1 strand of floss over 1 fabric thread on 32 Ct. Straw linen by Weeks Dye Works with Au Ver A Soie 100/3 silk floss. Stitch Count: 110x117 for each side. Finished size: 3.4" x 3.7". Finishing instructions included.
Stitched on your choice of fabric using Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 104 x 87. Finished size options are: 40 count: 12" x 11". 36 count 5.8" x 4.9". 32 count is 6.5" x 5.5". 28 count is 7.5" x 6.2".
Model stitched on 36 Ct. Vintage Country Mocha linen with one over two using Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 95W x 380H. Finished size: 5.28 in wide X 21.11 in high.
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 Needle Work Press featuring a sampler with animals and a house!
Model is stitched on your choice of fabric, suggested fabric listed, using Gentle Art and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 183 x 237. Finished size on 32 Ct is 11.4" x 14.8".
A banner from Needlework Press featuring alphabets! Model was stitched on 40 count Paperbark hand dyed linen from Fox & Rabbit and stitched with silks from Soie 100/3. DMC conversion is included in the chart. Stitch count is 436 x 40.
Model stitched one over two on 37 Ct. Aesthetic White Legacy Linen using Gloriana Red Tudor Silk or Classic Colorworks. Stitch Count: 485W x 233H. Design Size: 27" x 13"
Pattern is stitched on 36 Ct linen using Classic Colorworks and Gentle Arts threads with DMC conversion (may need more or less threads than listed, depending on fabric choice). Stitch count is 270 x 282. Finished size is 15" x 15.7".
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".
Reproduction sampler from NeedleWorkPress - "The greatest blessing of our God, what mortals can explain. He gives the blossom and the bud and gives us timely rain."
The model was stitched over 2 threads (with some lettering over one thread) on 46 Ct. Cocoa linen from Weeks Dye Works... Read more
Model stitched on 36 count linen with 2 over 2 of your choice using Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch count is 121 x 150 and the finished size is 6.72" x 8.33".
Pattern is stitched on 18 ct perforated paper from Mill Hill using either DMC floss or Au Ver A Soie 100.3. Stitch count is 218 x 149. Finished Size is 12.11 in wide X 8.28 in high.
Pattern by Needlework Press featuring a vintage sampler reproduction with a floral border.
Model stitched over two on 46 Ct. Parchment using Dinky Dyes Silk. Over dyed cotton equivalents also provided. Stitch Count: 224W x 234H. Finished Size: 9.75" x 10"
"See the kind shepherd Jesus stands and calls his sheep by name gathers the feeble in his arms and feeds each tender lamb. Sarah Stewart Hardman Work Age 7 1824"
Model stitched on 28 Ct. Vintage Light Examplar using Classic Colorworks. Also can be stitched with Tudor Silk. Stitch... Read more
Note from the designer, "We were so excited to discover this clever way to mark a sampler! Motifs are borrowed from an antique alphabet pattern book in our ephemera collection. The entire alphabet is included and can be mixed and matched to mark your initials or those of a friend."
Cross stitch pattern from NeedleWorkPress featuring a beautiful spring garden with birds.
The model is stitched on 36 ct. Baked Clay linen by Fox and Rabbit with one strand over two using Classic Colorworks (DMC conversion included). The stitch count is 106 x 111 and the finished size is 5.9" x 6.2".
We are so excited to recreate a well-used and tattered watch pocket that no doubt held a lady's watch from bygone days. A ribbon tab on the back of the antique likely was intended to be used to hang the stitched pocket from a display book. We did examine the inside of the antique, revealing some... Read more
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
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
Reproduction sampler from NeedleWorkPress. The Model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Ale linen by Picture This Plus using Dinky Dyes, Gloriana, and Classic Colorworks Bella Soie silks. Stitch Count: 242 x 164.
Finished size: 13.5 x 9.25.
Model stitched on 28 Ct. Vintage Buttercream by Lakeside Linens with Gentle Art Sampler Threads. Stitch Count: 88x90. Finished size: 6 x 6. Shown finished in a Lone Elm Lane Shaker Box.
Model stitched on your choice of antique linen two over two using Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works. Stitch Count: 270W x 238H. Finished size on 32 count is 14.88" x 14.88".
Also required, but not listed above Smokey Violet 145 from Valdani.
Model stitched on 36 ct. Up In The Attic by Fox and Rabbit using Valdani and Classic Colorworks threads. Stitch count is 218 x 191. Finished size: 12 x 10.7.
Also required but not listed are 120 Medium Gray, 196 Golden Brown, and 6 Natural.