New Release for Aug. 2022!

"Noel en Bleu" (Christmas in Blue) consist of 4 Sweater ornament charts. Stitch count for each ornament is 63w x 54h. The models are stitched on 40 count Light Mocha, Newcastle by Zweigart.

Threads used are DMC: 3865, 816, 3045, 520, 3750, 3752, 931, 840, 3781, 729, 310, and 167

New Release for Aug. 2022!

"Noel en Rouge" (Christmas in Red) consists of 4 Sweater ornament charts. Stitch count for each ornament is 63w x 54h. The models are stitched on 40 count Light Mocha, Newcastle by Zweigart.

Threads used are DMC: 310, 3865, 816, 3045, 520, 729, 945 and 840.

1. " Spring Quaker". Model is stitched on 40 ct. Sand Dune by Seraphim Fabrics.

Stitch count: 268w x 215h

See photo below for Thread list.

See "News and Updates" for a correction on Pages 4 and 9.

2 . " Ellen Bullifent 1881". Model is stitched on 46 ct. Sand Dune by Seraphim Fabrics.

Stitch count: 161w x 152h

Threads: Au ver a Soie 100.3: 107, 508, 022, 542, 209, 644, 362, 547, 356, 741, 318, and 274

DMC conversion: 321, 898, 831, 780, 319, 349, 3807, 561, 930, 3778, 898, 3011 respectively.

Please see the "News & Updates" section for more notes regarding the thread colors used on this sampler.

3. "Maria Decompadri 1896". Model is stitched on 40 ct. Summer Khaki, Newcastle Linen.

Stitch count: 218w x 222h. (10-3/4"w x 11"h)

Threads: 2 skeins of DMC 319 and 3346. 1 skein each of DMC 498, 733, 3045, 504, 3801, 3799, 352, 3771, 902,  931, 3857, 712, 900, 728, 301, 321, and 436.

Correction on earlier thread list: 505 should be 504, Very Light Blue green for the Lt. Blue flowers on the border.

4. "Jane Gildroy 1853". Model is stitched on 40 ct. Vintage Luna by Lakeside Linens.

Stitch count: 193w 191h. (9-5/8"w x 9-1/2"h)

Threads: Au ver a Soie 100.3: 252, Noir, 122, 177, 352, 396, 707, 236, 135, 067, 108, 468, 148, 703 and 191.

DMC conversion is available.

5. " AS Sampler 2". Model is stitched on 40 ct. Bees Knees by Seraphim Fabrics.

Stitch count: 110w x 341h ( 5-1/2"w x 17"h)

Threads: DMC 3799, 730, 816, 310, 844, 535, 645 and 646.

6. "Spring Parade 1"

Ornaments are stitched on 40 ct. Rustic Drab by xJudesign. Fabric used to stitch all 4 designs is 40 ct. Star Dust by Fabrics by Stephanie

Stitch count for each ornament: 70 x 70.

To stitch all 4, stitch count is 277w x 70h.

Threads are DMC.

7. "Spring Parade 2".

Ornaments are stitched on 40 ct. Rustic Drab by xJudesign. Fabric used to stitch all 4 designs is 40 ct. Star Dust by Fabrics by Stephanie

Stitch count for each ornamnet: 70 x 70.

To stitch all 4, stitch count is 277w x 70h.

Threads are DMC.

Dec.2021 Release. "Wintertime". Model is stitched on 40 count. Vintage Meadow Rue by Lakeside Linens.

Total stitch count: 155w x 89h

Threads: Classic Colorworks- Ribbon Red, Mistletoe, Hickory Sticks, 12 Grain. Anchor-Black, DMC 728, and 931.

Nov. 2021 release!

"Eliza Stephenson 1827" reproduction sampler.

The model is stitched on 40 count Mocha by Weeks Dye Works. Total stitch count is 188w x 221h.

Finished size on 40 ct. is 9-3/8" x 11"h.

Threads: DMC 407, 420, 435, 738, 830, 840, 869, 975, 3032, 3721, 3722, 3750, 3777, 3781.

New Release for July 2021! "With Love", is stitched on a 40 count, Old Massachusetts by the Primitive Hare.  Stitch count: 117w x 81h.

Threads used: DMC 932, 309, 3799, 3713, 152, 3750, 370, 3051 and 943.

 "Busy Bee" . The model is stitched on a 40 count  Prairie Grass by Seraphim Fabrics.

Stitch count: 180w x 171h (9"w x 8-1/2"h on 40 ct.)

Threads: Gentle Art: Cast Iron Skillet, Pomegranate, Ohio Lemon Pie, Pine, Summer Shower, Apple Cider, Espresso Bean, Brethren Blue, Faded Rose, Shutter Green, Maple Syrup and DMC  3865 and 3774.

DMC substitute for the Gentle Art threads are 310, 3328, 3822, 319, ,927, 167, 3371, 3768, 152, 320, and 839 respectively.

"Miss B's Apiary". The model is stitched on a 40 count, Prairie Grass by Seraphim Fabrics.

Stitch count: 178w x 160h (9" x 8" on 40 ct.)

Threads:  Cast Iron Skillet, Rose Garden, Ohio Lemon Pie, Bayberry, Summer Shower, Apple Cider, Espresso Bean, Brethren Blue, Faded Rose Shutter Green, Maple Syrup and DMC 3865 and 3774.

DMC substitute for the Gentle Arts threads are 310, 3772, 3822, 520, 927, 167, 3371, 3768, 152, 320, and 839 respectively.

 "MT 1828" is an adaptation to the Mary Taylor 1828 reproduction sampler.

The model is stitched on 40 count Luna by Lakeside Linen. Other suggested fabric is Parchment by Weeks Dye Works.

Stitch count: 206w x 140h

Floss: Classic Colorworks: Licorice Red, Cherry Cobbler, Nutmeggie, English Ivy, Cayenne, Pebble Beach.

Gentle Art: Piney Woods, Blue Spruce, Pomagranate, Woodrose, Tarnished Gold, Apple Cider. DMC equivalent color is provided.

 "Season's Blessings 2". The model on both the Spring and Summer Blessings is stitched on 40 count, Oaken by Picture This Plus. Stitch count : 62w x 71h. Finished size on a 40 count is 3"w x 3-1/2"h.

Floss: 1 skein each for both designs. 

Classic Colorworks: Holly Berry, Queen Bee, Weeping Willow, Hickory Sticks, Rose Petal, Deep Blue Sea, Colonial Copper, 12 Grain, Baking Tin. DMC equivalent: 326, 3821, 3052, 3031,152, 806, 3776, 3865, 535.

Mary Taylor Stackney 1828. A reproduction sampler.

Model is stitched on a 40 count, Sandcastle by Seraphim Fabrics. Stitch count: 234w x 246h

Other recommended fabric: Sand Dune by Seraphim Fabrics.

Threads: Gentle Art: Piney Woods, Blue Spruce, Pomegranate, Woodrose, Tarnished Gold, Apple Cider. 

Classic Colorworks: Cocoa Bean, Wagon Wheel, Fallen Leaves, Cherry Cobbler, Nutmeggie, English Ivy, Cayenne, Pebble Beach, Licorice Red.

Original Mary Taylor sampler

LW 1884 is an adaptation of the Lily White 1884 sampler. The model is stitched on a 46 count, Grandma's Slip by xJuDesign. Suggested fabric is Confederate Gray by Weeks Dye Works.

Stitch count: 135w x 86h.

Threads: 1 skein of Turkish Red by Weeks Dye Works.

Lily White 1884 is a reproduction sampler.

Stitch count: 175w x 206h.

The model is stitched on 46 count Parchment by Weeks Dye Works.

Threads: 2 skeins of Turkish Red by Weeks Dye Works.

"Season's Blessings" includes 2 charts, Fall Blessings and Winter Blessings.

Winter Blessings is stitched on 40 ct. Oaken by Picture This Plus. Stitch count is 63w x 71h.

Fall Blessings is stitched on 40 ct. Cyprium by Picture This Plus. Stitch count is 62w x 72h.

See image below for the list of threads needed. A DMC equivalent is provided.

"All Hallows' Eve". The model is stitched on a 40 ct. Ancient by Picture This Plus.

Total stitch count: 99w x 125h .Finished size: 4-3/4"w x 6-1/4"h.

Threads: 1 skein each of DMC 224, 951.

Classic Colorworks: Queen Bee, Bamboo, Gingerbread, Fallen Leaves, Hickory Sticks, Cauldron, Sticks&Twigs.

Gentle Art: Onyx, Royal Purple, Grecian Gold

"Harvest Time". The model is stitched on a 40 ct. Ancient, by Picture This Plus.

Total stitch count: 97w x 124h.

Finished stitch size: 4-3/4"w x 6-1/8"h

Threads: 1 skein each of DMC 224, DMC 951.

Classic Colorworks: Bamboo, Gingerbread, Fallen Leaves, Hickory Sticks, Cauldron.

Gentle Art: Onyx, Grecian Gold, Endive

Free chart! " Be Well" . The model is stitched on a 40 ct. Sand by Picture This Plus.

Total stitch count: 62w x 60h.

Finished stitch size: 3" square.

Threads: DMC 610, 317, 3362, 152, 3722, 161, 3822, 612, 732, 3865 or White.

This is my contribution to the Needlework community for the #bewellandstitch, #stayhomeandstitch. Feel free to share with your stitching friends!

See PDF download below. Be well and happy stitching!

Coming soon! "Anna Ohman 1873" is a reproduction sampler. Model is stitched on 40 ct. Stars Hollow Blend by R&R Reproductions. Stitch count: 158w x 156h. Floss: 3 skeins of Used Brick by Classic Colorworks.

"A Quaker Welcome". The model is stitched on 40 count Olde Massachusetts by The Primitive Hare.

Total stitch count: 232w x 172h

Threads: 2 skeins of Onyx by The Gentle Art, 1 skein each of Garrison Green, Hazelnut, Grapefruit by Weeks Dye Works. 1 skein each of DMC 3828, 3781, 356, 3865, 3012 and 3822.

"Coffee Obsessed". The model is stitched on a 40 count, Oaken by Picture This Plus.

Total stitch count: 95w x 135h

Threads are by Classic Colorworks: Queen Bee, Cherry Cobbler, Hickory Sticks, Cocoa Bean, Jolly Holly, Blackbird, Steamed Broccoli, Holly Berry and Chesapeake Bay and DMC 3865

" Janet Robertson". The model is stitched on a 40 count, Vintage Autumn Gold by Lakeside Linens.

Total stitch count 100w x 231h

Threads: Gentle Art: Cherry Wine, Apple Cider, Piney Woods, Shaker White and Juniper by Weeks Dye Works.

DMC alternate threads: 3685, 167, 730, 935 and 712

"Spirit of Christmas"- Set 1

The models are stitched on a 40 ct. Summer Khaki , Newcastle Linen by Silkweaver/Zweigart.

Stitch count: 58w x 58h. I used a Fat Quarter (18x26) for all the 8 ornaments.

Threads used: Gentle Art- Schoolhouse Red, Wheatfields, Cucumber ,Freedom and Apple Cider. DMC equivalent: 815, 3045, 520, 930, 167.

Other DMC needed: 310, 3865 and 162.

162 is only for Set 2.

"Spirit of Christmas"  - Set 2

Set of four ornament charts for each set.

"With The Needle 2". The model is stitched on 40 ct. Espresso by R&R Reproductions.

Stitch count: 426w x 186h.

Floss used: DMC, Classic Colorworks and The Gentle Art. See list in the photo below.

Correction: Maple Syrup is by the Gentle Art. See updated list in the photo below. Oct. 10, 2019

1. "Susanna Lynch 1862". The model is stitched on 40 Vintage Meadow Rue by Lakeside Linen. Other fabric option : Straw by Weeks Dye Works

Total stitch count: 219w x 264h.

Threads by Gentle Art: 2 skeins each of Buckeye Scarlet, Burlap and Ragdoll. All others, 1 skein each of Gold Leaf, Harvest Basket, Rhubarb, Raven, Cinnamon, Ruby Slipper, Avocado, Piney Woods, Faded Rose, French Lilac, Chives and Apple Cider. A DMC conversion is provided.

Photo above is of the original sampler.

Stitched model of the Susanna Lynch sampler.

See list of threads (above).

DMC equivalent: 817, 782, 612, 739, 3712, 310, 3045, 434, 355, 733, 3011, 152, 3726, 3012 and 167.

2. S.L. 1862- Small Sampler. This is available as a separate chart if you choose not to stitch the whole sampler.

The model is stitched on a 32 ct., Straw by Weeks Dye Works.

Total stitch count: 191w x 91h

11-7/8" x 5-5/8" finished size.

Threads by Gentle Art -Wool: Avocado, Buckeye Scarlet, Gold Leaf, Cinnamon, Copper, Harvest Basket, Cidermill Brown, Parchment, Raven, Chives, Piney Woods, Ruby Slipper and Rag Doll. You can use the equivalent overdyed threads with the same thread name.

3. "The Bee Comes". The model is stitched on 40 ct. Doubloon by Picture This Plus.

Total stitch count: 149w x 138h

Threads by Weeks Dye Works: 1 skein each of Kohl, Curry, Gold, Collards, Red Pear, Whitewash, Carnation and Beige. A DMC conversion is provided.

Photo of stitched model to follow.

4. "A.S. Sampler"- Circa 1890. The model is stitched on a 40 ct. Gold Sand by xJudesign. Other suggested fabric: Linen or Light Khaki by Weeks Dye Works or any Light beige color.

Total stitch count: 242w x 252h

Threads: Your choice of color, approximately 5 skeins on 40 ct., and 1 skein each of DMC 312, 422, 3052 and 3740.

Photo is of the original sampler.

A.S. Sampler. An adaptation of the original sampler.

"Nevermore". New Release now available at your Local Needlework Store as of Oct. 1, 2018

The model is stitched on a 40ct.(13" x 17") Feldspar by Picture This Plus.

Total stitch count: 161w x 235h

Threads: Gentle Arts: 2 skeins Blackboard, 2 Cast Iron Skillet, 1 Lagoon

Weeks Dye Works: 1 each Gunmetal, Pecan, Straw, and Cocoa

1 skein of  Slug Bug by Silk N Colors; The Thread Gatherer

"Sirena" is a new Summer release.

The model is stitched on 40 ct.,Alchemy by Picture This Plus.

Total stitch count: 127w x 100h

Materials: DMC 168, 729, 839, 841, 842, 930,931, 3021. Weeks Dye Works: Saltwater Taffy, Graphite, Ocean, Blackboard, Capri, Bullfrog, and Grapefuit. Kreinik BF 044 (50M)Blending Filament or #4 or use the #8 for lower count fabric, Mill Hill AGS Bead 03035 (Royal Green).

See "News" section for notes, and correction on the Floss list.

1. "Holiday Quaker". The model is stitched on a 40 count Dapple by Picture This Plus. Total stitch count is 263w x 180 (13-1/8" x 9").

Threads used by Gentle Arts : Cucumber (2), Blue Spruce, Claret, Gold Leaf, Country Redwood, Acorn, and Raven.

DMC: 310, 645, 738, 932, 3755, 3820, and B5200. You will need 2 skeins of Cucumber and Blue Spruce if this is going to be stitched on a lower count fabric.

A "Merry Christmas" chart is included as an alternate to the "Happy Holidays" on the design. Stitch the motifs to make ornaments. See pictures below.

"Holiday Quaker", stitched with the Merry Christmas title. This was stitched on a 32 count, Dwarf by Picture This Plus. Stitched 2 over 2 fabric threads using the called for threads.

This is beautifully stitched by Dee ! Please go visit and see what she shares on her Instagram page: deeznutz1272.

2. "Bless Us". The model is stitched on 40 count Burch by Newcastle Linen. Total stitch count is 180w x 129h. 

Floss used: DMC 3371, Classic Colorworks: English Ivy(DMC936), Little House Brown(3861), Stepping Stone(3032), Bing Cherry(814), Eve's Leaves(3053), Weeping Willow(3052),Blacksmith Blue(930), Queen Bee(3821), Honeycomb (3820), Catterpillar(3031 with 3371) and Razzleberry (902).

DMC equivalent in Parenthesis.

3. "Dinah's Garden- Strawberry"

The model is stitched on a 40 count Espresso by R&R Reproductions. Total stitch count: 102w x 93h (5" x 4-5/8") Threads used are by Classic Colorworks: Cherry Cobbler, Hickory Sticks, Sunkissed, Mossy, 12 Grain or DMC White, Colonial Rose, Queen Bee and Olive Branch.

One skein each will be enough to stitch the "Strawberry", "Blueberry", and "Grow A Garden" which are a part of the series. If they will be stitched on a lower count fabric, you will need 2 each of Mossy and English Ivy. See thread list for each design.

4. "Dinah's Garden- Blueberry". The model is stitched on a 40 count Espresso by R&R Reproductions. Total stitch count:103 x 93.

Threads are by Classic Colorworks: Cherry Cobbler, Hickory Stitcks, Sunkissed, English Ivy, Weeping Willow, 12Grain or DMC White, Queen Bee, Betty Bluebell, Blacksmith Blue and Morning Glory.

5. "Grow A Garden". The model is stitchd on a 40 count Espresso by R&R Reproductions. Total stitch count: 102w x 98h.

Threads are Classic Colorworks : Cherry Cobbler, Hickory Sticks, Sunkissed, English Ivy, Mossy, 12 Grain or DMC White, Finley Gold, Morning Glory, Blacksmith Blue, Chili Pepper, Persimmon, Cocoa Bean and DMC 3371.

"Halloween Quaker" is a new release for September! As of 9/19,the charts have been shipped or are on their way to your Local Needlework Store. Halloween Quaker is stitched on a 40 count, Murky by Picture This Plus.

Total stitch count: 261w x 180h.

Floss by Classic Colorworks: Bamboo, Lobster Claw, Honeycomb, Blackbird (2skeins), Smoke, Black Coffee (2skeins), Rainy Day, Frogs Legs, Sassy Brass, and DMC 310

You will need 3-4 skeins of Blackbird, Black Coffee,2 skeins of Smoke and DMC310 when you stitch this with 2 strands over 2 fabric threads for lower count fabric e.g. 30, 14,etc. Stitches are full cross stitches, a few backstitches.

See "News" section for DMC conversion and other notes on this sampler.

New release! Season series -Autumn and Winter. The models are stitched on a 40 count, Dapple by Picture This Plus with Gentle Art and DMC floss. Total stitch count for each design is 100w x 70h.

Seasons series- Spring and Summer.The models are stitched on a 40 count Legacy and Heritage, by Picture This Plus.

Stitch count for Spring : 104w x 69h

Stitch count for Summer: 99w x 67h

Floss: Gentle Arts and DMC

Autumn and Winter to be released in July!

New release for the Nashville market !

"Let Freedom Ring". The model is stitched on Classic Homespun, 35 count by R&R. Total stitch count: 311w x 238

Floss: DMC and Gentle Art.

New Release for the Nashville Needlework market ! 

"The Anniversary". Model is stitched on Belfast, 32 count, Country Vintage Mocha using DMC floss and Gentle Arts Sampler and Shaker.

Total stitch count : 136w x 90h.

Alphabet  is included to customize your sampler.

"All Is Calm". Model is stitched on a 40 count, Raw by Newcastle linen. Total stitch count is 157w x 115h.

"Give Thanks"

Model is stitched on a 40 count, Legacy by Picture This Plus.

Total stitch count : 101w x 102h

Floss: DMC 407, 3021, 3864, Lancaster Red and Oscar by Weeks Dye Works.

New Release! " Witch's Night Out"

Model is stitched on Belfast, 32 count, Haunted by Picture This Pluse. 

Total stitch count: 108w x 110h

"Spring is Hare". Model is stitched on a 40 count Fog by Picture This Plus. Total stitch count is 115w x 102h. Floss used are DMC 310, 640, 720, 834, 927, 3021, 3046, 3773, 712 or use Wisper 60, Gentle Arts Shaker, Brethren Blue, Baby Spinach, and Rose Garden.

Item No.0216

 "On Friendship". The model is stitched on a 40ct., Fog by Picture This Plus. Total stitch count is 119w x 102h. Floss used are DMC 310,372,640,834,3021,3773,3841, 712 or use Wisper 88, Gentle Arts Shaker Brethren Blue, Baby Spinach, and Rose Gardern. DMC 3768, 7050, 7068 equivalent to the Gentle Arts floss.

Item No. 0116

"Gathering Acorns". The model is stitched on a 14count Cashel, Vintage Country Mocha. Total stitch count is 93w x 90h. (6-5/8" x 6-3/8" on a 14 ct. fabric). Floss used: DMC 3021, Gentle Arts Sampler: Old Covered Bridge (2 needed), Buckeye Scarlet,Maple Syrup,GA Shaker: Autumn Leaves (2 needed), Portabella and Toffee. 1 Skein each except where 2 is indicated.

"Barefoot Days- Summer" is stitched on a 40 count, Fog by Picture This Plus. Total stitch count is 46w x 109h for one slipper. Floss used are by DMC: White, 150, 472, 581, 598, 726, 830, 930, 3023, 3051, 3787, and 3864. Stitch used are cross stitch and backstitches. Finishing instructions are included with the chart.

Soon to be available at your Local Needlework Store.

"Bee Sampler" is a Quaker inspired sampler with a bee theme and a perfect companion to "Save The Bees". The sampler is stitched on a 40 count, color Mello by Picture This Plus. Total stitch count is 188w x 84h. Floss used are Kohl by Weeks Dye Works, Mustard Seed and Sunflower by Gentle Arts. DMC equivalent are 310, 832 and 972 respectively.

"Save The Bees" is stitched on a 40 count, Mello color by Picture This Plus. Total stitch count is 167w x 166h or 8-1/4" x 8-1/4" using a 40 ct. fabric.

Floss used are 3 skeins of Kohl by Weeks Dye Works, 1 skein each of the following:GA Sampler, Blueberry, Poppy, GA Shaker; Mustard Seed, Baby Spinach and Sunflower. DMC equivalent are 310, 161, 956, 832, 936 and 972 respectively.

"A Happy Halloween" is stitched on a 32 count,"Picture This Plus", Murky. Total stitch count is 227w x 63h (14-1/8"w x 4"h). Embroidery floss used are: Gentle Arts Sampler: Slate, Ohio Lemon Pie, GA Shaker: Fragrant Cloves, Raven, Chalk, Garden Gate, DMC 208 and 907. Use 3 skeins of Raven and one each of the other floss.

"Be Mine" is stitched on a 36 count, Sand color; Edinborough. Total stitch count is 156w x 81h ( 9-1/8" x 4-1/2"). The total stitch count for the small pillow is 79w x 56h stitched on a 40 count Goldfinc by R&R Reproductions.

Floss used are by Gentle Arts shaker: Straw Bonnet, Chamomile, Tin Bucket, Briar Rose, Raspberry Frost, Endive, WheatFields and Pecan Pie. An alphabet chart is provided to customize your sampler.

"Stitch Often" is Third in a series of "Verses for Stitchers".

Total stitch count is 105w x 150h. Model is stitched on a 40 count, Lambswool Linen by Wichelt Imports. Floss used are GA Sampler: Brandy, Highland Heather, GA Shaker: Apple Cider, Weathered Barn, Cucumber, Endive and Pecan Pie.

"Peacock Sampler" is stitched on a 40ct. Belfast Linen, color is Sandstone. Total stitch count is 169w x 166h, or 8-3/8" x 8-1/4" on a 40 ct. fabric. I used 3 and a half skeins of "Brethren Blue" by Gentle Arts Shaker. The DMC equivalent floss is 924.