Fraktur Bees was stitched on 36 ct. Weeks Dye Works Light Khaki linen using DMC:301, 310, 783, 840, 938, 3011, 3031, 3773, 3830, 3857.  The design size is approx.:

14/28 ct. = 8 1/8" x 7 1/4"

16/32 ct. = 7/18" x 6 3/8"

18/36 ct. = 6 1/4" x 5 5/8"

20/40 ct. = 5 5/8" x 5 1/8"

Project Quarantine: Stay Home and Stitch- When we were informed that we would have to quarantine, many people were frightened not only by the Pandemic but also the amount of time they would be stuck at home.  When stitchers found out they would be spending every day at home for weeks on end, they ran to their closets and pulled out their stitching.  Never have so many stitchers, men and women, had so much time to work on their projects and the flood of pictures on Instagram and Facebook shows how industrious they have been.  Brenda has designed this pincushion, pillow, picture (whatever it is to you) for you to have your own souvenir of this time.  

DMC: 647, 754, 3778,640

Weeks Dye Works: Putty, Oscar, Arrowhead, Oil Cloth

Classic Colorworks: Chili Pepper, Chesapeake Bay

Gentle Arts:  Wood Trail, Freedom

Finished design size is approx:

14/28 ct. = 9 1/2" x 3 1/2"

16/32 ct. = 8 1/2" x 3 1/8"

18/36 ct. = 7 1/2" x 2 3/4"

20/40 ct. = 6 3/4" x 2 1/2"

Bower Birds is a monochrome piece stitched on 36 Weeks Dye Works Dove linen using 2 skeins of DMC 3024.  The finished design is approx:

14/28 ct. = 09" x 11 1/8"

16/32 ct. = 7 7/8" x 9 3/4"

18/36 ct. = 7" x 8 5/8"

20/40 ct. = 6 1/4" x 7 3/4"

An original needlework design by Theresa M. Baird.  Virginia-A Cumberland Country Inspiration is the 6th sampler in Theresa's 13 Colonies Series.  It made its debut at the Loudoun Sampler Guild in 2019 and recently won a First Place Ribbon at the 2020 Woodlawn Needlework Exhibit in Alexandria, Virginia.  As with most of the samplers in this series, Theresa gained inspiration from antiques from the State she's This.  The inspiration came from a rare and important antique needlework sampler wrought by Phebe Walton of Cumberland Country, Virginia in the 4th quarter of the 18th Century.   The sampler incorporates a number of specialty stitches, which are illustrated in the stitch diagram section of the instructions for this chart.  It is stitched using Belle Soie Silks by Classic Colorworks or Needlepoint, Inc. silks, or DMC.  The model was stitched on a fat half of 40 Lakeside Linen's Vintage Strawflower.  However should you decide to use a different count, here are the approx. design sizes:

28 ct. over 2 = 31 1/2" x 38 1/4"

32 ct. over 2 = 27 1/2" x 33 1/2"

36 ct. over 2 = 24 1/2" x 29 3/4"

40 ct. over 2 = 22"  x 26 3/4"

The majority of Virginia is stitched in Cross Stitch, but because there are a number of specialty stitches, Closed Herringbone, Spiral Trellis, Smyrna Cross, Algerian Eyelet, Backstitch, Over One, Tied Windmill, French Knot, Satin Stitch, Long and Short Stitch, Tent Stitch, Reverse Chain Stitch, Queen Stitch, Alternating Double Backstitch, Diamond Eyelet, and Rhodes Stitch.  Stitch directions are included in instructions with a total of 36 pages including chart and instructions.  

In Full Bloom is a celebration of a love of gardening and bees.  The sewing pocket is folded and tied with ribbon.  Inside reveals a pocket for stashing a pair of small scissors, floss, and a tiny beehive pinkeep.  Wendy has also included an alphabet and number chart so you can personalize your work.  Shown stitched on 36 ct. R & R Reproductions Ligonier Latte linen and stitched with Weeks Dye Works: Skinny Dip, Amber, Palomino, Bark, Grasshopper, Olive, Cognac, and Sunset.  Finishing directions are also included for making the pocket and the pinkeep.  

Finished design size is approx: 5.25" x 5" (folded) Pocket and 1.5" x 2.5" for the Pinkeep

Bountiful is stitched in the soft, muted colors of the early autumn garden.  It is a quick project that you can make into a pincushion or a hanging pillow, or perhaps set in a wooden bowl amidst dried yarrow or tansy blooms.  Shown stitched on 36 ct. R & R Reproductions Old Towne Blend linen using Weeks Dye Works: Parchment, Guacamole, Garrison Green, Whiskey, Chrysanthemum, Swamp Water.

Finished design size is approx. 8" x 3"

Simona has become know for her wonderful box and mini tote creations.  My Dream House Box is one of her latest.  You make a box using your stitched pieces, and then you make smalls to put in the box.  There are charts for a pincushion and a thread keeper.  There are also finishing directions with the chart with pictures as well.  Shown stitched on Weeks Dye Works 32 ct. Parchment linen using Weeks Dye Works: Rum Raisin, Baked Apple, Galvanized, Linen (2), Whiskey (3), Flatfish (3), Sage (3)

Finished size of the box is approx. 5" x 7" x 2"

Mani di Donna's Let Freedom Ring box is another of her boxes constructed by you using your stitched pieces.  You will also construct the divided tray in the box.  After finishing the tray and box you can stitch a thread keep, which chart is included in the chart pack.  The finishing directions with pictures are also included.  Shown stitched on Weeks Dye Works 30 ct. Cocoa linen using Weeks Dye Works: Mascara, Whitewash, Blue Jeans, Amber, Driftwood, Grape Vine, Cocoa, and Baked Apple (2).  

Celebrate 15 years of needlework with Teresa as she releases a collection of 15 cross stitch charts in one book.  You will find seasonal and every day designed in Teresa's whimsical folkart style, compiled and shown in a spiral bound book.  Teresa provides measurements for 4 different linen (14/28-16/32-18/36-20/40) sizes with each design, and uses DMC and Weeks Dye Works throughout.  

Designs included are shown to the left in the bottom two pictures

This whimsical bunny lounging among the flowers is just perfect for a pincushion, or done over one for a key fob. The bees so tiny I almost missed him, but the rabbit is looking straight at him.  Too cute!  It's stitched on 32 ct. Vintage Pear linen from Lakeside Linens and stitched using DMC ecru, white, 355, and 356.  Finished design size is approx. 4" x 2 1/4" stitched over 2 and 2" x 1" stitched over 1.  

2nd in the series of Teresa's original samplers. While this is designed as a sampler, you could also break it up and stitch it as three different pieces, or if you smalls you can pull out the motifs and stitch them on needlebooks, fobs, etc.  Shown stitched on 40 ct. Parchment linen from Weeks Dye Works and stitched using:

Classic Colorworks: Joshua Tree

DMC: 146, 898, 3864

Weeks Dye Works: Fawn, Bright Leaf, Palimino, Kris' Bon Bon, Grave Vine, Collards, Brick, Kudzu, Whiskey

Finished Design is approx. 14 1/4" x 18"

1st in the sampler series from Teresa,  you can stitch it as it is shown, or break it down in parts, or pull motifs out when you need a small and make pincushions, needlebooks, fobs, etc.  It is shown stitched on 40 ct. Weeks Dye Works Straw using fibers from:

Classic Colorworks: Barn Door, Colonial Rose, Pine Needles

DMC: 422, 611, 3012

Weeks Dye Works: Light Khaki, Havana, Swiss Chocolate, Bark

Finished Design Size: 13.25" x 16"

4th in the sampler series, Newcastle Bouquet Has a bold border surrounding a floral vase with 2 birds sitting amongst the flowers.  Stitched on 40 ct. Weeks Dye Works Straw linen using:

Classic Colorworks: Licorice Red, Glazed Carrots, Pine Needles

DMC: 167, 437, 739, 801

Weeks Dye Works: Bark, Cayenne

Finished design size is approx. 17" x 10 1/4"

3rd in the Sampler Series, Pet All The Dogs if for the dog lovers in the crowd as dogs can be seen running around the trees, as well as  part of the line border near the bottom.  The trees are stitched with an interesting pattern which makes this a little more unique to me.  Shown stitched on Weeks Dye Works 35 ct. Tin Roof linen using:

DMC: 221, 3032

Weeks Dye Works: Beige, Palamino, Cocoa, Chestnut, Charcoal, Tarragon, Kudzu

Finished design size is approx. 15 3/8" x 8 3/8"

If you are a cat lover Teresa has included the option to change all the dogs to cats and she's charted the words to "Hug all the Cats

Adding to her Seaside Series, Judy has designed a mermaid and a starfish and in each outline, you see seaside related motifs.  This would be a perfect time to pick your favorite linen and your favorite floss and just stitch.  Mermaid is shown on Caribbean linen and stitched using DMC 597 while the Starfish is stitched on Ant. White. and stitched using Classic Colorworks Strawberry Parfait.  Finished design sizes are:

Mermaid: over 2 on 32 ct.- 4.6" x 2.5"

Starfish over 2 on 32 ct. - 3.25" x 3.8"

Did you know swans mate for life....well most do and this would make such a fabulous wedding gift for a newlywed couple.  To do that you can just remove Les Cygnes (the words "the swans" and put in the couple's first names and under that the wedding date.  Easy and the plus is it won't take a long time to do.  Shown stitched on 32 ct. Belfast Blue Whisper linen using Classic Colorworks Morning Glory.

Finished size is 7' X  3 3/4"

Sometimes it's the simplicity of a design that makes it so beautiful and that's what this design is for me.  It's beautiful in it's simplicity.  But at this time in the world, it also has another meaning....courteous goodwill, something that is lacking as we all struggle through the pandemic, some attacking others for their views.  This is a gorgeous reminder to us all to have grace and treat others with grace. If you were lucky enough to be named Grace, this would be perfect hung on your bedroom door, or hung in your room.  Shown stitched on 32 ct. Antique White using"

Classic Colorworks: Blueberry Tart, Cool Azul, Dandelion Stem, Eve's Leaves, Desert Mesquite

Weeks Dye Works: Begonia, Emma's Pink, Sophie's Pink

Finished size is 10.8" x 1 3/4"

Puntini Puntini is usually thought of as the makers of the gorgeous little pins they supply for our pincushions, well no longer as they are now designers of cross stitch.  When I Think of Spring is part of a seasonal series  with iconic designs dispersed among the letters.  Spring shows a cloverleaf mixed in with the S & P  while a rabbit holding a carrot is sitting on the R, and daisies in a flower pot are behind the N and G.  Included with the chart is the ladybug button and a daily button to attach to the design.  Model shown stitched on 32 ct. Belfast Raw linen using DMC 310, white,024, 957, 842, 841, 3024, 839, 498, 3862, 3853, 646, 169, 729, 3012, 3033, 400

Finished size is approx. 7" x 2.5"

As with the first two in the seasonal series, Spring and Summer, Autumn is interwoven with Autumn symbols, fall leaves, an acorn, and a pumpkin.  The acorn and one leaf are Puntini Puntini buttons and included with the chart.  Stitched on 32 ct. Raw linen using DMC: 310, 975, 435, 167, 921, 839, 3051, 3012, 3857, 842, 640.

Finished design is approx. 6 3/4" x 2 3/4"

The final season in the series, Winter which includes the word, "Winter",  surrounded by motifs depicting snowmen, snowballs, mittens, a cardinal sitting on a snow-covered branch, and snowflakes. Stitched on 32 ct. Raw linen using DMC: 310, 840, 3777, 3012, 937, 932, 930, 3853, white, 168

Finished size is approx. 7" x 3"

Beth released this design in 2014 to celebrate the fact that she had reached 100 designs distributed in the cross stitch world.  She felt that it had to be a big project to celebrate the occasion.  Taking birds, critters, and flowers from a variety of her previous designs and adding a lot more, Beth came up with a Tree of Life on a grand scale.  While Beth encourages you to pick your favorite fabric in your favorite floss she stitched hers on PTP 28 ct. Doubloom linen, and stitched using:

Weeks Dye Works: Chickpea, Havana (2), Mocha, Oscar (2), Putty

Gentle Arts: Bayberry, Brethren Blue, Caramel Corn, Cidermill Brown, Country Redwood (2), Endive, Fisherman's Wharf, Gold Leaf, Grecian Gold, Heirloom Gold, Lexington Green, Mulberry, Old Hickory, Pecan Pie, Piney Woods, Pomegranate, Tarnished Gold, Terra Cotta, Toffee

Finished size is approx. 31" x 26"

Mrs. Bunn E. Tail features a cute spring design with a robin, flowers and a flowery vine along the bottom.  Shown stitched on 36 ct. Winter Brew linen from R. & R. Reproduction using fibers from:

Gentle Arts-Rhubarb, Geranium, Caramel Corn, Toffee

Classic Colorworks-Fallen Leaves, Trail Dust, Mossy, Rose Petal, Wasabi

Weeks Dye Works- Seafoam

DMC- 310

Finished Design is approx. 3 7/8" x 5 7/8"

Rabbits, Rabbits, Rabbits, everywhere in all different poses.  This is not only cute to stitch as one piece but its a great source for rabbits in all different positions if you need to add one to an on-going project.  Also included is another chart with a rabbit holding an umbrella.  While this is shown as a monochrome, you can add color if you wish.  Rabbit in the Round is shown stitched on 32 ct. WDW Blush linen over 2 and Rabbit with Umbrella is stitched over one on 28 ,ct. Ant. White Cashel linen.  Rabbit in the Round is approx. 5" in diameter.  Rabbit with Umbrella is approx. 2" x  2 1/4".  While the models are stitched using WDW Strawberry Fields and Classic Colorworks House Wine pick your favorite color to stitch with.

Judy has put several of her favorite Itty Bitty Christmas Ornaments in a 5" x 7" spiral-bound book which is such a saving for those who haven't stitched them all.  There are designs from her series featuring mittens, trees, hearts, and stockings.  Limited Edition Collector's Book.

The Green Gables sampler is Judy's ode to Anne of Green Gables and an interpretation of what she may have stitched so long ago in her beloved town of Avonlea.  Shown on 32 ct. Belfast linen using:

Classic Colorworks: Rosy Glow, Strawberry Parfait, Nature's Trail, Mossy, English Ivy, Whatley Woodlands, white

Weeks Dye Works: Begonia, Scuppernong

Finished Design size is approx: 5.4" x 8.3"

This is an antique French Sampler that was originally stitched entirely red silk thread, with the exception of the "e" and "t" in the stitcher's last name.  Kathy has charted the reproduction identically to the original.  She chose a 36 ct. Beige linen from Weeks Dye Works and stitched using Needlepoint Inc. 635, 861, silks.  The finished size is

14/28 ct = 8" square

16/32 ct. = 7" square

18/36 ct. = 6 1/4" square

20/40 ct. = 5 5/8" square

During this Pandemic many of us have others who are getting our groceries, medicines, or any errand we need to be done, they do for us.  This project would make a wonderful gift from the heart when this is over.  A floral basket filled with stitched flowers surrounded by loads of micro-sized blue flower buttons as buds.  It also features a specialty pack of floss to use, from House of Embroidery.  Under the word Friend you stitch, "Thank you for all you do."  The only thing you need to furnish is the 32 ct. Antique White Linen, or what ever linen you prefer and a needle.  Finished size is : 6" x 8"

Comes with button pack, chart and Floss.

This Olde Colonial Designs kit when finished becomes a 2" paperweight.  It features a bird on his "nest" birdhouse surrounded by flowers.  Kit includes chart, linen banding, fibers, needle, finishing items and finishing instructions.  It looks like a fast and fun project.  

New Company for us, Haystack Stitching which is an English Company owned by Caroline Seldon.  Freedom Fob is a humbug scissor fob.  The design uses three different types of cross-stitch: standard cross-stitch, Long-arm cross stitch and Smyrna crosses.  This comes as a kit and includes linen, threads and satin ribbon, as well as instructions for finishing.  

Another fob from Haystack but a little different.  This scissor fob is three-dimensional and made up of three squares.  The design uses three stitches: cross-stitch, Algerian Eyelets and Rhodes Stitch.  Kit includes linen, threads, silk ribbons, and beads.

Consider the Lilies is the sequel to His Eye is on the Sparrow that was Beth's first large sampler celebrating the release of her first 100 designs, in 2014.  Consider the Lilies is in celebration of her release of 100 more designs since then.  Based on Matthew 6:28, a Biblical passage in which Jesus was speaking to his disciples teaching them to be selfless and humble, to care for those that are in need, to speak the truth and not take advantage of others.  He asked them to consider the birds of the air and the flowers of the field how they were content and did not worry.  This is how he wanted them to also live; at peace with each other, and not striving for personal gain.  While Beth does give us information on supplies she used, 28 ct. Winter's Brew linen from R & R Reproduction and fibers used:

Classic Colorworks- Cinnamon Toast, English Ivy (2), Gingerbread, Glazed Carrots, Hazelnut (2), Hickory Sticks, Honeycomb (2), Onion Skin, Pine Needles (2), Tennessee Red Clay, Used Brick

Gentle Art- Brethren Blue, Dark Chocolate, French Lilac, Grecian Gold, Green with Envy, Roasted Marshmallow (2), Tarnished Gold, Terra Cotta (2)

Weeks Dye Works- Cadet, Chrysanthemum (2), Concord, Dolphin, Grasshopper, Havana (2), Mocha, Oscar (3), Red Rocks

Beth encourages you to change up the color scheme to reflect your own style and tastes, pick and choose your favorite motifs to turn into an ornament or pincushion, stitch it over one, or frame it to add to your sampler collection.  Use two threads or one, stitch on your favorite linen or Aida.  Her goal is for you to have fun and find comfort as you work your needle and thread.  Be creative!

Finished Design is approximately (when stitched over 2 threads):

28 ct. - 31" x 226"

32 ct. - 27" x 23"

36 ct - 24 1/4" x 20 1/4"

40 ct - 22" x 18 1/4"

This simple marking sampler may have been stitched by a student at Catherington Infants School or a resident of the area's Parish Workhouse for the poor.  The Village of Catherington in Hampshire, England was orignally called "Cater inga tun." the farm or estate (tun) belonging to the people of (inga) Cater, it was a small and isolated village in the Forest of Bere during the Middle Ages.  A 1777 Parliamentary report recorded a Parish Workhouse in operation in Catherington.  A new Workhouse for the poor was constructed in 1835 and closed in 1935.  The Infant's School established in 1852 is still in operation today and enrolls children through age 7.  Is it run by the Church of England.  The model is stitched on 40 ct. Vintage Country Mocha linen and stitched using Classic Colorworks Bandana and BlueCorn.  

The finished design is approx. 5.5" x 6"

Spot was first introduced when Kathy designed under Carriage House Samplings a long time ago.  She loved Spot so decided to bring him back into another sampler.  The larger sampler is stitched on 40 ct. PTP Tycho using while the smaller design uses 40 ct. PTP Bramble.  Both are stitched using NPS 224, 244, 342, 634, 692, 693, 704, 763, 911, 955(which is only used for 15 stitches so you might want to use DMC 08 instead) and The Thread Gatherer's Chimney Sweep for Spot.  Finished designs are approx.

Larger Sampler                            Smaller Sampler:

14/28 ct. - 8 1/2 "x 8/1/2"            14/28 - 4" x 4"

16/32 ct. - 7 1/4" x 7 1/4*           16/32 - 3 1/2" x 3 1/2"

18/36 ct. - 6 1/2" x 6 1/2"           18/36 - 3" x 3"

40 ct.     -  6 x 6                         40 ct. -  2 3/4" x 2 3/4"

This sampler is an original design.  Kathy has wanted to do a simple marking sampler for some time and she wanted to use the most aged colors she could find to stitch it.  Stitched on 40 count PTP Heartland linen with Gentle Arts Overdyed floss:Aged Pewter, Caramel Corn, Cider Mill Brown, Flax, Lexington Green, Maple Syrup, Sage, Wood Smoke.

Finished approx. design size:

14/28 ct. = 6 3/4" x 7 3/4"

16/32 ct. = 5 7/8" x 6 3/4"

18/36 ct. = 5 1/4" x 6"

20/40 ct. = 4 3/4" x 5 3/8"

Kathy found this through a Pennsylvania antique dealer who informed her it came from England.  The original was stitched all in one color of deep, dark shutter green, in 1806..  The reproduction is stitched on 36 ct. PTP Legacy Linen using Needlepoint Silk #646.  The finished size is 

40 ct. = 7 1/4" c 9 1/4"

36 ct. = 8 18" x 10 3/8"

32 ct. = 9 1/8" x 11 5/8"

28 ct. = 10 1/2" x 13 1/4"
 

Originally taught at a retreat at Salty Yarns, this 4" x 4" sized piece became a topper for an orts container with a matching strawberry fob for scissors, both to help the stitcher organize their stitching area.  The original container was from a metal container from Hobby Lobby and if you are able to get a metal tin of some kind to use you could also attach a magnet to hold your scissors so that your organization is complete.  If you can't find a metal container, any container will work.  This is shown stitched on 40 ct. Patriot's Brew from R & R Reproductions.  I also know 40 ct. is too daunting for some of you so just stitch on a more comfortable linen count, find a larger container, a basket or box and mount the design on that.  Stitched using Weeks Dye Works: Bark, Blue Spruce, Cattail, Curry, Fathom, Grasshopper, Kohl, Madison Rose, Merlot, River Rock, Sanguine, Teal Frost, and Whiskey.  

Finished design size:  Ort lid:4" x 4"  Strawberry: 4" x 2 12" on 40 ct.

36 ct. = 4 1/2" X 4 1/2"   AND   4 1/2" X 3"

32 CT. = 5" X 5"    AND 3.25" 3.25"

28 CT. =  6" X 6"   AND  3.5" X 3.5"

A continuation of the original twelve animals charted in 2018, 2020 is bringing in a new set of animals.  While there is no definite number of charts known at this time, they will continue.  Llamas and Lovebirds are the first 2 for 2020.  Shown stitched on 36 ct. Patriot's Brew from R & R Reproduction, they are stitched using:

WDW- Sanguine, Parchment, Garrison Green, Kudzu, Grapevine, Molasses, Cayenne, Crimson, Baked Apple

CC- Bean Sprout, Hazelnut, Snowball

DMC- 677, 758, 3778

Finished design size is approx. 3.2" x 2.7"

Shepherd's Pie is the latest entry in the Jack's Sweet Shoppe series. It's also a companion piece to "A Shepherds Song" and both are based on Psalm 23.  ( A Psalm of David. 1 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.......) Shown stitched on 36 ct. WDW Confederate Gray using:

CC-Black Coffee, Muddy Puddle, Wasabi, Lighthouse, Hazelnut, Cinnamon Toast, Snowball

WDW- Lily Pad, Banana Pudding, Collards, Caper

DMC- 950, 3778, 3857

Finished design size is approx. :4" x 4"

Finished in a 4.75 mini tart pan using Lady Dot Creates Barn Door Chenille

A Shepherd's Song is based on Psalm 23.  ( A Psalm of David. 1 The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. 3 He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.......May goodness and mercy follow thee) Shown stitched on 36 ct. linen using:

CC-Black Coffee, Muddy Puddle, Wasabi, Lighthouse, Hazelnut, Cinnamon Toast, Snowball, Nature Trail, Pebble Beach, Tennessee Red Clay, Rose Petal, Used Brick

WDW- Lily Pad, Banana Pudding, Collards, Caper, Seagull, Gold, Seafoam

DMC- 950,728. 782, 

Finished Design Size is approx. 16" x 10"

This sampler depicts a typical one-room schoolhouse surrounded by traditional Quaker motifs and several sets of initials to make it personal.  Shown stitched on 28 ct. Vintage Country Mocha using

Classic Colorworks-Cayenne, Onion Skin

DMC- 869, 3031, 3371, 3790

Finished size is approx. 18.7" x 16.3"

A beautiful sampler surrounding the verse, "Great God mine eyes with pleasure look-On the dear volume of thy book-There my Redeemer's face I see - And read his name who died for me - Let the false raptures of the mind- Be lost and vanish in the wind - Here I can fix my hope secure - This is thy word and must endure."  Like with many samplers, this one has several motifs that can be pulled out and used for smalls, needlebooks, pin keeps, fobs, etc.  Shown stitched on 46 ct. Cocoa linen from Weeks Dye Works using Needlepoint Inc. silk:

993, 147, 332, 348, 502, 532, 533, 534, 622, 854, 871, 901, 921, 925, 952

The finished size on 46 ct. is approx. 10.50" x 12.50"

If you prefer a different count:

28 ct. -  17" x 21"

32 ct-   13.5" x 18.25"- 

40 ct.`  12.25"  x 14.5"

It's as if this was designed for stitchers living through the crisis of 2020, "When the world seems to be out of control- I find a way to nurture my soul - Seeking refuge with needle and thread - The angst and anxiety no longer I dread."  Needlework is such a relaxing, soothing activity and one we run to in order to relax.  The model is shown stitched on 40 ct. New Castle Country Mocha using,

WDW - Beige, Cocoa (2), Juniper (2), Broom Tree, Pamlico, Whitewash

CC - Cherry Cobbler(2)

GA - Green with Envy, Old Hickory

DMC - 310

Finished design on 40 ct. is 12 3/8" x 9 1/8"

If you choose to use a different count:

28 ct. =18" x 13"

32 ct. =15 1/2" x 11 1/2"

36 ct. =14" x 10 1/4"

This is a collaboration between Heartstring Samplery and The Scarlett House dreamed up during the 2019 Nashville Market.  "Life is sweeter when shared with Friends."   Stitch it as shown, or use the motifs for needlebooks, pinkeeps, fobs, etc.  A Wealth of motifs on this.  Tanya and Beth each did one side using different fabrics, PTP 36 ct. PTP Heartland and Wren, using 

Classic Colorworks: Blacksmith Blue, Tennessee Red Clay

Gentle Art: Nutmeg, Picnic Basket, Piney Woods, Grecian Gold

Weeks Dye Works: Collards, Dirt Road, Gold, Grasshopper, Lichen, Mascara, Oscar, Parchment, Red Rocks, Sanguine

Finished size is approx. 11" x 11" (both sides joined)

Each side if approx. 5 1/2" x 11"

If you prefer we have included the option of using one fabric to stitch the sampler.

Sewn-in Friendship is a collaborative project with Plum Street Samplers.  Each of the designers has designed their own chart which is sold separately, sharing the same title.  The two patterns were designed to fit together like puzzle pieces and could be stitched together on one piece of linen by omitting a column of stitches from one chart or the other, where they meet in the middle.  Both designs are stitched on 36 ct. Confederate Gray from Weeks Dye Works. and the finished size for each one is approx. 6 1/4" x 4 1/4".Sew   If you decide to stitch them together on one piece of linen the design size would be approx. 12 1/2" x 4 1/4"

Sewn-in Friendship-Heartstring Samplery uses

     GA- Apple Cider, Brethren Blue           WDW-Carolina WDWCecil, Cayenne, Grits, Mascara, Oscar

Sewn-in Friendship-Plus Street Samplers uses:

     WDW- Mascara, Baked Apple, Adobe, Oscar, Grits, Cayenne, Meredith's Pink, Bark, Crimson

For Finishing both used Lady Dots Vintage Mini Rick-Rack.

This sampler is Welsh and is believed to have been about exotic animals that were brought by the circus to the valleys of Wales. The circuses toured to even the smallest of towns and in the 19th century, the development of the railways enabled circuses to travel further.  in July 1848 the town of Tregaron's population was treated to a procession of caravans, horses, bears, and elephants from Batty’s Travelling Menagerie. Some reports state that the elephant drank water contaminated by a lead mine and died shortly afterward. The traveling show -moved on, leaving either a dying or dead elephant behind.  Shown stitched on 40 ct. Weeks Dye Works Parchment linen using Au Ver a Soie, 524, 622, 943 (2), 1414, 1735, 1844, 2132, 2145, 2757, 3312, 3724, 4114, 4222, F10

Finished size is approx. 

28 ct.-21.64" x 23.14"

36 ct - 16.83" x 18"

40 ct.- 15.15" x 16.20

46 ct.- 13.17" x 14.09"

Ann Gardner of Pilerton Priery, did not record her age, but we suspect that she was a very young child and that this was her first attempt at stitching a sampler. She diligently recorded the alphabet although her spelling certainly needed improvement. While there are still Gardners living in the English village, we have been unable to find Ann's name anywhere and feel Ann was a diminutive of her given name. 

Showed stitched on 53/63 count Sycamore Seedpod using Au Ver a Soie:2213, 4633, 2531, 2925, 3416, 3711, 3724, 4636, 5381, 5384, 5386

For those who would prefer to stitch on a different count design size on different counts:

28 ct - 15" x 17"

36 ct - 11.67" x 13.22"

40 ct. - 10.25" x 12"

46 ct. - 9.13" x 10.35"

Stitching related things is the theme and these lovely, easily conquered pieces may be done singly (as pincushions) or in a set to be framed. There will be a total of 8 different designs. While Jeannette stitched hers on 40 ct. Lakeside Examplar linen, you can choose your favorite linen and stitch it. If you stitch it on another size linen here is the approx. design size:

40 ct. - 3.35" x 3,55"

36 ct. - 3.72'  X 3.94"

32 ct - 4.19" x 4.44"

28 ct - 4.78" x 5"

The colors used for the whole set include:

Gentle Arts: Brethren Blue, Cast Iron Skillet, Garden Gate, Old Brick, Old Red Paint, Weathered Barn, Wood Trail

Weeks Dye Works: Whitewash, Gingerbread, Stepping Stones, Ye Olde Gold

DMC: 926, 927, 3011, 3012, 3041, 3042

Part 1- Samplers

Part 2 - Pins & Needles

Part 3 - Scissors & Thread

Part 4 - Linen & Flax

Part 5 - Buttons & Bows

Part 6 - Ribbons & Trims

Stitching related things is the theme and these lovely, easily conquered pieces may be done singly (as pincushions) or in a set to be framed. There will be a total of 8 different designs. While Jeannette stitched hers on 40 ct. Lakeside Examplar linen, you can choose your favorite linen and stitch it. If you stitch it on another size linen here is the approx. design size:

40 ct. - 3.35" x 3,55"

36 ct. - 3.72'  X 3.94"

32 ct - 4.19" x 4.44"

28 ct - 4.78" x 5"

The colors used for the whole set include:

Gentle Arts: Brethren Blue, Cast Iron Skillet, Garden Gate, Old Brick, Old Red Paint, Weathered Barn, Wood Trail

Weeks Dye Works: Whitewash, Gingerbread, Stepping Stones, Ye Olde Gold

DMC: 926, 927, 3011, 3012, 3041, 3042

Part 1- Samplers

Part 2 - Pins & Needles

Part 3- Scissors & Thread

A lovely old-style sampler that combines cross stitch and 15 different stitches into a modern twist. Delightful to learn new stitches and enjoy the presentation in a 43 page spiral bound booklet, with the main graph folded in the back of the booklet. Shown stitched on 32 ct. PTP Colorscapes Sand linen. The booklet also has detailed instructions for each stitch as well as a photo. Stitches included are Hungarian Stitch, Ray Stitch, Algerian Eyelet, Modified Florentine Work, Blackwork, Modified Parisian Stitch, Florentine/Bargello, Broken Hungarian, Bargello Motif, Woven Ribbons, Boxed Hungarian Diamond, Satin Stitch, Scotch Stitch,

Finished Design size is : 11 1/4" x 14"

An embellishment pack is available which contains the following silks:

Thread Gatherer-Everygreens, Forest of Greens, Madeline Locks, Maidenhair Fern

and Sea Foam

Aver a Soie- Tan (F22), Dark Blue (1746), Dark Red (4624)

Rainbow Gallery Splendor- Cream (961), 1 strand of 971 for the date

Gloriana Threads- Blythe Green, Old Gold, Red Clay

Needlept. Inc. Silk- Mouse Brown Rge (974), Taupe Range (986)

Mill Hill Beads- 40557, 42028, 42038, 42101

Variety of 5 charms

Little 3" x 4" x 1" open-topped bag to hold your loose thread ends (orts).  The city side shows a black stitched and city scene while the countryside has the florals you would find in the country.   Sold as a complete kit containing the banding it is stitched on, black twill ribbon to make the sides, pink grosgrain ribbon, and a hand-made clay tag.  Very cute!

These seasonal 4" posey designs are kitted and come with a small chart and include a cut of 40 ct. natural linen and Tudor silks in the colors of that season. 

Fall Posey comes with shades of oranges, rusts, gold and green

Spring Posey comes with shades of burgundy, blue, pinks, greens, gold

Summer Posey comes with shades of blues, greens, Amethyst, gold

A new booklet from Stoney Creek, one featuring Easter with three adorable Easter creations, Easter Bunny, Mrs. Easter Bunny, and Easter Sampler,  included in one bookletAlso included are detailed finishing directions to make each design into a stand-up, with plenty of pictures to reference in both booklets. 

Easter Bunny- approximately 5" x 11" 

Mrs. Easter Bunny -approximately 4" x 8" 

Creative Needle Arts came out with a series of Christmas Ornament kits which are stitched on Perforated Paper using Mouline Finca Floss.  Each kit comes with th3 14 ct. Perforated Paper, floss, tapestry needle, pattern and illustrated basic cross stitch instruction.  

Finished ornament size is approx. 3.6" x 5.1"

Creative Needle Arts came out with a series of Christmas Ornament kits which are stitched on Perforated Paper using Mouline Finca Floss.  Each kit comes with th3 14 ct. Perforated Paper, floss, tapestry needle, pattern and illustrated basic cross stitch instruction.  

Christmas Tree Ornament

Christmas Bells Ornament

Finished ornament size is approx. 3.6" x 5.1"

Sharon has presented an interesting thread palette for this kit with a multitude of different stitches.  Along with this, she has also included A Definitive History of Cross Stitch for your reading pleasure..always good to know.  In addition to the thread-palette is a chart used to stitch a scissor fob.  The Thread palette also has loops on the back to secure a pair of scissors.  The stitches involved are Cross Stitch, Double-Cross, 4 Sided Italian, Queen Stitch, Rhodes, Rice and Algerian Eye.  The kit includes the 9 bitty silver rings to hold the threads, linen, flosses, stitch diagrams, rick rack, and felt for finishing.  

This sampler was inspired by Stacy's own farm where she has a big red barn and 2 horses.  Shown stitched on 36 ct. Winter's Brew from R & R Reproductions and stitched using Weeks Dye Works: Dirt Road (2), Cinnabar, Dolphin, Baby's Breath, Merlot, Grape Vine, Parchment(2), Teal Frost, Moss(3), Charcoal, Whiskey, Mascara, Lancaster Red.  

Finished design size is approx. 18.25" x 13.25"

Buttons, we all have a stash of buttons that we've collected over the years.  Some may be personal because they came off of something we loved, like a wedding dress, or just beautiful buttons that you have collected.  This set has five "button cards."  Four of the cards will need buttons from your collection.  One of the cards will come with three Mother of Pearl blue buttons because they just look good with the "Blue Bunny Buttons" card.  This set also includes a beautiful wooden box made just for this design by Joseph's Workshop.  The antique cardboard needle holders fit nicely in the slots, as well as a pair of embroidery scissors.  Included is the is the 32 ct. PTP linen, fibers by Weeks Dye Works and the Thread Gatherer, cotton lining, needles and instructions for finishing.  

Just the accessory for your Swan Button Box, a new fob to match.  Kit includes Delica beads, a cute little button and a gorgeous swan charm, specialty beads, findings, Nymo thread, instructions and needles.

Santa's Wreath is a bracelet kit that includes Delica beads, specialty beads, barrel clasp, findings, Nymo thread, instructions, and needles.

There is a flower in the Snapdragon family names, "Death Rose."  In ancient times this flower was thought to have supernatural powers.  It offered protection from witchcraft and was believed to restore beauty and youthfulness.  As it begins to wither and fade, the center of the flower looks like a skeleton.  The purple silk thread in this design was made especially for Death Rose by Tweenway Silks.  The purple pearls change to green in different lights.  A little bit spooky!  Kit includes 28 ct. linen, quilt cotton lining, specialty beads, Treenway silk fibers, Treenway silk ribbon, rayon ribbon, waxer, wooden ruler and thread winder, interfacing, stitch witchery, instructions and needles.