Cross Stitch Antique Style Samplers

Cross Stitch Antique Style Samplers

Author: Jane Greenoff

Publisher: David & Charles

Published: 2005-10-15

Total Pages: 112

ISBN-13: 9780715318300

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A collection of cross stitch projects featuring a variety of traditional sampler designs.


A to Z Cross-Stitch Samplers

A to Z Cross-Stitch Samplers

Author: Vanessa-Ann Collection (Firm)

Publisher:

Published: 1989

Total Pages: 136

ISBN-13: 9780848707156

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A collection of 26 new sampler designs, one for each letter of the alphabet, ranging from sophisticated designs to more traditional ideas. There are designs for every level of skill with easy to follow instructions, graphs indicating every stitch and a list of specific materials.


Donna Kooler's 555 Cross-Stitch Sampler Motifs

Donna Kooler's 555 Cross-Stitch Sampler Motifs

Author: Donna Kooler

Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 1600591922

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Donna Kooler, a renowned designer of gorgeous cross-stitch projects for more than 30 years, has now come up with nine colorful sampler patterns that celebrate home, nature, holidays, and more. Each one--from the charming and playful "Pet Friends” to the lush flower-filled "Beautiful Blooms”--is showcased in a breathtaking two-page spread with a themed beauty shot of the framed piece. Several pages of patterns follow, along with suggested alternative motifs to help stitchers unleash their creativity and make the samplers their very own. A brief introductory section teaches some basic stitches, as well as how to prepare the fabric and center the design. A Main Selection of the Crafter’s Choice Book Club.


Sampler & Antique Needlework Quarterly Collection 1991-2015

Sampler & Antique Needlework Quarterly Collection 1991-2015

Author: Annie's

Publisher: Annie's

Published: 2016-11

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9781590128060

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Containing unique reproductions of samplers and smalls from private collectors and museum collections, this DVD edition features one-of-a-kind antique needlework projects from the 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th centuries, as well as antique-inspired designs. Also featured are well-researched articles profiling sampler makers, sampler-producing schools, needlework tools, museums and the various historical events that have shaped needlework. Some of the articles and projects cannot be found anywhere else, making this DVD essential to any collection. The DVD incudes full-color photography, easy-to-read charts and complete instructions.


Historic Samplers

Historic Samplers

Author: Patricia Ryan

Publisher: Bulfinch Press

Published: 1992-01-01

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13: 9780821219317

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Presents thirty American samplers and their patterns from the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries


Schoolgirl Sampler

Schoolgirl Sampler

Author: Kathleen Tracy

Publisher: Martingale

Published: 2020-10-01

Total Pages: 83

ISBN-13: 1683561163

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Designer Kathleen Tracy is back with more delightful little quilts! This time she's gathered a treasury of 4" blocks reminiscent of those sewn by schoolgirls during the nineteenth century. Make all 72 timeless blocks and combine them in a sampler quilt or select a few favorites to use in any of six other charming quilts. Quick to stitch and perfect for reproduction-fabric scraps, the blocks are easy to make and you can complete several in one sitting or complete a small quilt in a weekend. Kathy includes plenty of tips for sewing small blocks, and her simple cutting instructions and clear piecing diagrams will help you succeed as you stitch each pint-sized treat.


Brenda Keyes' Traditional Samplers

Brenda Keyes' Traditional Samplers

Author: Brenda Keyes

Publisher: David & Charles

Published: 1999-03-15

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780715305706

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Reproduce a wealth of historic antique samplers -- simple schoolroom motifs, intricate band samplers, and charmingly personalized handwork to commemorate every occasion. Embroider samplers with alphabets and homey sayings, and "sign" them with your name. Stitch a Little Girl's Birth Sampler in pink-and-white or an Edwardian Boy's Birth Sampler. Give others at weddings, housewarmings, christenings, and anniversaries. Bonus projects include pillows, bookmarks, and bags. Every one is a classic!


Cross Stitch Antique Style Samplers

Cross Stitch Antique Style Samplers

Author: Jane Greenoff

Publisher: David & Charles Publishers

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 104

ISBN-13: 9780715326602

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Samplers were traditionally used to teach young girls a variety of skills: darning samplers improved mending skills, alphabet samplers helped with literacy, and band and spot motif samplers helped record the stitches they had learned. This work uses a historical sampler collection as the inspiration for over 30 antique style cross stitch designs.