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Design by Blackbird Designs. Models stitched on 30ct R&R Dark Chino Linen using Sampler Threads (Apple Cider, Endive, Garden Gate, Oatmeal, Onyx, Picnic Basket, Shaker White, Wood Trail, Oatmeal), Crescent Colors (Pea Pod) & Weeks (Galvanized, Lancaster Red, Bullfrog). DMC conversions given. Includes specialty stitches & finishing instructions. Stitch counts are 154W x 126H (sampler) & 75W x 31H (pincushion).

Anniversaries of the Heart 1-Snow Garden

Design by Blackbird Designs. Model stitched on 30ct R&R Creme Brulee Linen using Sampler Threads (Chamomile, Cidermill Brown, Harvest Basket, Lexington Green, Parchment, Portabella, Toasted Barley, Woodsmoke) & Weeks (Cocoa, LIght Khaki, Linen). DMC conversions given. Stitch count is 75W x 85H. This is the first in a series of 12. If you wish to stitch the entire collection on one piece of fabric, use 30ct R&R Olde Town Blend Linen & the stitch count is 387W x 261H. If you would like to receive all 12 designs automatically as they are released, please leave a comment in the comment box.

Anniversaries of the Heart 2-Valentine Rose

Design by Blackbird Designs. Model stitched on 30ct R&R Cafe Kona Linen using Sampler Threads (Apple Cider, Cherry Bark, Flax, Lexington Green, Old Hickory, Picnic Basket), Weeks (Bright Leaf, Charcoal, Lancaster Red) & Crescent Colours (Onion Skin, Used Brick). DMC conversions given. Stitch count is 75W x 85H. This is the second in a series of 12. If you wish to stitch the entire collection on one piece of fabric, use 30ct R&R Olde Town Blend Linen & the stitch count is 387W x 261H.

Honeysuckle Manor

Design by Blackbird Designs. Reproduction sampler plus 11 patterns & projects inspired by the sampler. Models stitched on 30ct R&R Sheep's Straw Linen, 35ct WDW Straw Linen, 30ct R&R Ligonier Latte Linen, 30ct R&R Korty's Special Blend Linen, 28ct WDW Natural/Straw Gingham Linen, 28ct WDW Natural/Tin Roof Gingham Linen & 30ct R&R French Vanilla Linen. Models stitched using Sampler Threads (Apple Cider, Cidermill Brown, Lambswool, Old Hickory, Raspberry Frost, Grasshopper, Lexington Green, Garden Gate, Toasted Barley, Antique Rose, Chives, Heirloom Gold, Parchment), Weeks (Baked Apple, Confederate Gray, Palomino, Putty, Red Pear, Cappuccino, Peach, Onyx), Crescent Colours (Country Lane, Olive Branch, Cappuccino, Bean Sprout, Cinnamon Toast, Ginger Snap) & Crescent Belle Soie (Attic Tea, Sandy Beach, Scarecrow, Terra Potta, Tortoise Shell, Rose of Sharon). Includes DMC conversions & finishing instructions. Stitch count of reproduction sampler is 143W x 159H.

Friendship Sweet Bag
Design by Jeannette Douglas Designs. Models stitched on 35ct R&R Park City Blend Linen using Rainbow Gallery Splendor (S1038, S1039, S1056, S1093, S1094) & Needlepoint Silk (242, 152, 975). Acorn charm available from Charland Designs. Includes specialty stitches & finishing instructions. You will need a piece of fabric 11"W x 14"H for bag & accessories.

Easter Blessings
Design by Elizabeth's Needlework Designs. Model stitched on 32ct Latte Country French Linen using DMC (155, 310, 340, 368, 676, 760, 761) Weeks (ButterBean), Mill Hill Beads (02103) & Mill Hill Treasures (12133, 12123, 12191). Includes specialty stitches. Stitch count is 169W x 77H.

Sunflower Cottage
Design by Elizabeth's Needlework Designs. Model stitched on 35ct Tea Linen using DMC (White, 155, 221, 414, 501, 739, 839, 841, 926, 3011, 3013, 3362, 3721, 3772, 3799, 3821, 8324, 3839, 3854, 3860, 3861), Mill Hill Beads (40065) & ThreadworX (1064). Includes specialty stitches. Stitch count is 100W x 80H.

Lazy Alphabet
Design by La-D-Da. Model stitched on 35ct WDW Tin Roof Linen using Needlepoint Silk (208, 315, 998, 348, 322). DMC conversions given. Stitch count is 100W x 92H.

In My Heart
Design by Blue Ribbon Designs. Models stitched on 40ct LL Porcelain Linen using Crescent Colours (Bandana(2), Barrel Cactus, Carrie Berry, Purple Aster, Really Teally, Ribbon Red, Roasted Chestnut, Sassy Brass, Spinach, Sunflower, Wavy Navy). DMC conversions given. Includes specialty stitches & finishing instructions. Stitch counts are 65H x 358W(sampler) & 45H x 43W (individual squares).

Schoolgirl Samplings
Design by Blue Ribbon Designs. Models stitched on 32ct LL Strawflower Linen & 32ct LL Sea Storm Linen using Weeks (Bluecoat Red, Bright Leaf(4), Carrot, Chestnug, Curry, Deep Sea(2), Garnet, Mascara, Ocean, Peach(3), Scuppernong(3), Seaweed(2), Tin Roof). DMC conversions given. Includes specialty stitches & finishing instructions. You will need a 12"H x 27"W piece of Strawflower & Sea Storm.

Sweet Songs of Spring

Design by Blue Ribbon Designs. Models stitched on 40ct LL Strawflower Linen using Weeks (Bordeaux, Begonia, Curry, Hazelnut, Ivy, Kris' Bon Bon, Peoria Purple, Pumpkin, Seaweed, Sky, Sweetheart Rose, Whitewash). DMC conversions given. Includes specialty stitches & finishing instructions. Stitch counts are 136H x 165W(sampler), 40H x 66W(2X) (pinkeep), 35H x 28W(2X) (scissor fob), 63H x 128W (needlebook) & 23H x 43W(2X) (ruler fob).

Emiliana's Sewing Case
Design by Praiseworthy Stitches. Model stitched on 35ct WDW (unnamed color) Linen using Weeks (Juniper), Sampler Threads (Dried Thyme(5), Avocado(6), Celery(2), Daffodil(2), Tea Rose(3), Briar Rose(6), Cotton Candy(2), Maple Syrup & Mill Hill Beads (42012, 42018). DMC conversions given. Includes specialty stitches & finishing instructions. Stitch count is 146W x 274H(2X).

Lighthouse Island
Design by Rosewood Manor. Model stitched on 32ct PT Glacier Belfast Linen using DMC (221, 223, 224, 310, 320, 367, 368, 500, 501, 502, 503, 613, 632, 645, 646, 647, 648, 676, 677, 729, 780, 924, 926, 927, 928, 3022, 3046, 3047, 3722, 3768, 3787, 3799, 3829, 3834, 3835, 3836, 3865) & Kreinik Blending Filament (100). Includes over-one work & finishing instructions. Stitch count is 150W x 150H(2X).

Antique Tin Tiles
Design by Rosewood Manor. Model stitched on 28ct Antique White Cashel Linen using DMC (926(10)). Includes specialty stitches. Stitch count is 140W x 300H.

A Tree By Itself
Design by Rosewood Manor. Model stitched on 28ct Cream Cashel Linen using DMC (56 colors). Includes specialty stitches. Stitch count is 300W x 270H.

Spring Blooms
Design by Shepherd's Bush. Model stitched on 28ct Blue/Antique White Newport Linen using Crescent Colours (Caribbean Waters, Cherry Tomato, Dandelion Stem, Frosty, Little Pink Peony, Poblano Pepper, Secondhand Rose, Sunflower), Weeks (Lilac) & Sampler Threads (Baby Spinach). DMC conversions given. Custom button available from Shepherd's Bush. Stitch count is 49W x 49H.

Winter Snows
Design by Shepherd's Bush. Model stitched on 28ct Antique White/Khaki Newport Linen using Crescent Colours (Antique Lace, Caribbean Water, Cherry Tomato, LIttle Pink Peony), Weeks (Mocha) & Sampler Threads (Bluebell). DMC conversions given. Custom button available from Shepherd's Bush. Stitch count is 49W x 49H.

Thank Heaven For Little Boys
Design by Sue Hillis Designs. Model stitched on 28ct Ivory Lugana using Sullivans floss. DMC conversions given (349, 350, 415, 434, 435, 436, 437, 498, 762, 676, 712, 725, 729, 738, 772, 817, 931, 932, 945, 951, 3348, 3371, 3752, 3778, 3865, 645, 3346, 356). Includes alternative skin & hair colors. Stitch count is 100H x 124W.

Thank Heaven For Little Girls
Design by Sue Hillis Designs. Model stitched on 28ct Antique White Lugana using Sullivans floss. DMC conversions given (340, 341, 356, 415, 434, 435, 436, 598, 676, 729, 738, 739, 743, 745, 760, 761, 772, 819, 818, 945, 951, 3072, 3328, 3346, 3348, 3371, 3746, 3747, 3865, 317, 433). Includes alternative skin & hair colors. Stitch count is 100H x 124W.

Shiver Me Timbers
Design by Sue Hillis Designs. Model stitched on 28ct Pewter Lugana using Sullivans floss. DMC conversions given (310, 350, 352, 415, 434, 435, 498, 610, 611, 612, 613, 676, 729, 741, 762, 772, 817, 819, 3021, 3347, 3348, 3371, B5200, 317). Stitch count is 99H x 125W.

Kris's Stitches-From The Heart

Commemorative sampler for Kris Stott of Norden Crafts. Model stitched on 30ct WDW Straw Linen using Weeks (Chestnut, Deep Sea, Dris' Bon Bon, Kudzu, Lancaster Red(2), Linen, Molasses, Mulberry, Onyx, Red Pear, Sweet Potato, Whiskey). DMC conversions given. Includes specialty stitches. Design features blocks by Kris' daughter (Katy Fong) & eight designer friends (The Needle's Content, Amy Bruecken Designs, Twisted Threads, SamSarah Design Studio, With My Needle, Deb Kirscht, Bent Creek & JBW Designs). Stitch count is 136W x 136H.

30ct WDW Linen-Sky
Hand-dyed fabric from Weeks Dye Works (dye lots vary).

Sarah Talbot 1787
Reproduction sampler by Chessie & Me. Model stitched on 32ct PT Ale Linen Linen using Gloriana Silk (Birch Brown, Honey Bronze, Olive Grove) & Crescent Belle Soie (Old Crow(2), Red Fox, Tortoise Shell, Wheatgrass). Includes specialty stitches. Stitch count is 176H x 127W.

Botanical Sewing Pocket & Fob
Design by Chessie & Me. Model stitched on 30ct WDW Straw/Grey Gingham Linen using Weeks (Bullfrog, Cadet(3), Cranberry Ice, Grasshopper, Linen, Rose Quartz, Whiskey). Includes specialty stitches & finishing instructions. Stitch counts are 65H x 181 (pocket) & 29W x 29H (fob).

Live Laugh Love
Design by PrimitiveBettys. Model stitched on 30ct WDW Linen Linen (that has been stained prior to stitching) using DMC (356, 355, 370, 830, 840, 3787, 3032). Includes staining instructions. Stitch count is 186W x 87H.

Spring Tweets
Design by PrimitiveBettys. Model stitched on 35ct WDW Parchment Linen using DMC (300, 400, 3781). Includes staining & finishing instructions. Model was stained after finishing was completed. Stitch count is 100W x 85H.

30ct Linen-Natural
From Northern Cross.

Ornament of the Month-Snowy Pines
Design by Little House Needleworks. Model stitched on 30ct Natural Linen using DMC (168, 420, 801, 926, 3051, 3371, 3865) & Mill Hill Beads (02010). Stitch count is 51W x 51H.

Mini Acorn Stitches
Design by Jeannette Douglas Designs includes embellishment & Gloriana. Model stitched on 32ct LL Examplar Linen using Gloriana Silk (Autumn Gold) & DMC (400, 420, 612, 730k 731, 780, 829, 898, 3041). Includes specialty stitches. Stitch count is 28W x 77H.

It's Your Mother
Design by Designs By Lisa. Model stitched on 32ct Lambswool Jobelan using Sampler Threads (Butternut Squash, Cherry Bark, Dried Thyme, Fragrant Cloves, Nutmeg, Pumpkin Patch, Sarsaparilla), Mill Hill Beads (02023) & Just Another Button Company (mm1003.t). Stitch count is 50W x 50H.

My Day Complete
Design by Keslyn's. Model stitched on 36ct Sand Edinburgh Linen using Thread Gatherer SNC (Acorn Woods). Stitch count is 150H x 148W.

Be Wise
Design by The Sunflower Seed. Model stitched on 30ct R&R Kansas City Blend Linen using Weeks (Emma's Pink, Whiskey, Moss, Garnet, Collards, Swamp Water, Love, Peoria Purple, Romance). DMC conversions given. Stitch count is 136H x 136W.

Clean & Green
Design by Raise The Roof Designs. Model stitched on 32ct LL Vintage Navy Bean Linen using DMC (152, 310, 347, 355, 435, 500, 518, 535, 701, 703, 740, 743, 772, 779, 909, 3746, 3813, 3847). Button pack available from Just Another Company (#9121). Stitch count is 88H x 204W.

Needle and Thread
Design by Little House Needleworks exclusively for Hoffman Distributing Company includes Crescent Colours (Tufted Yellow, Milady's Teal, Roasted Chestnut, Pea Pod, Wild Berries). Model stitched on 32ct Natural Raw Linen using DMC (754). Scissor Bed/Pin Pillow available while supplies last. Stitch counts are 83W x 63H (needle & thread) & 41W x 41H (fob).

A Flamingo Heart
Design by Sekas & Co. Model stitched on 10ct White Tula using Caron Watercolours (Jade, Celadon, Flamingo, Opal) & DMC Perle #5 (310, 818). Includes specialty stitches. Stitch count is 60W x 58H.

Tropical Fingertip Towels
Design by Sekas & Co. Models stitched on 14ct White Fingertip Towels (flip flops, flamingos) & 14ct Aqua Fingertip Towels (palms, geckos) using Caron Wildflowers (Jade, Pewter, Buttercup, Celadon, Rosebud, Porcelain Blue, 1092, Flamingo, Snow White, 0020, Mediterranean) & DMC (818). Includes specialty stitches. Stitch count is 156W x 28H.

Friendship Garden
Design by The Drawn Thread. Model stitched on 34ct Cafe Au Lait Legacy Linen using Needlepoint Silk (183, 101), Dinky Dyes Silk (Topaz, Swan Valley, Ghost Gum, Eungella, True Blue, Se Grass, Cherry Ripe, Taylor's Sweet Pea, Cherry Wood) & Mill Hill Beads (42011, 42024). Includes specialty stitches. Stitch count is 69W x 169H.

Hawk Run-Autumn At Hawk Run Hollow
Design by Carriage House Samplings. Model stitched on 40ct LL Sand Dune Linen using Thread Gatherer SNC (Rusty Amber) & Needlepoint Silk (60 colors). DMC, conversions given. Stitch count is 185W x 614H. Stitch count of each block is 92W x 92H.

Ole Pincushion
Design by Shakespeare's Peddler. Model stitched on 32ct Flax Linen using Crescent Colours (Pea Pod, Blue Beadboard, Deep Fennel, Tiny Vine). DMC conversions given. Includes finishing instructions. Stitch count is 37W x 37H.

Jan Philpott 1837-An Adam & Eve Sampler
Design by Shakespeare's Peddler. Model stitched on 40ct LL Vintage Homespun Linen using AVS Soie d'Alger (1814, 1845, 3431(2), 3723(2), 3735, 3745, 3812(2), 3815(2), 4232, 4525, 5025(2), Noir) & Needlepoint Silk (203, 222, 643(2)). DMC conversions given. Includes over-one work. Stitch count is 290W x 390H.

Antique Locks and Keys
Design by Shakespeare's Peddler. Model stitched on 36ct PT Fresco Linen Linen using Crescent Belle Soie (Plush Plum). Stitch count is 90W x 80H.

Jenny Bean's Humble Servant Sampler
Design by Shakespeare's Peddler. Model stitched on 40ct LL Vintage Navy Bean Linen using Sampler Threads (Royal Purple, Portabella, Chives, Endive, Wood Trail, Jasmine, Antique Rose, Baby Spinach, Grecian Gold, Camomile, Hyacinth, Lavender Potpourri, Old Purple Paint, Toasted Barley, Onyx). DMC conversions given. Stitch count is 180W x 180H.

Her Wicked Best

Design by The Primitive Needle. Models stitched on 40ct R&R Liberty Gathering Grey Linen (witches & pincushion) & 40ct S&S Sandstorm (bag) using Gloriana Silk (Charcoal, Mocha), Thread Gatherer SNC (Mississippi Mud, Weathered Barn) Weeks (Caper) & Pure Palette Soy Luster (Swamp Thing). Includes finishing instructions. Stitch counts are 80W x 163H (witches), 81W x 85H (pincushion) & 61W x 91H (bag).

Moon Sicke
Design by The Primitive Needle. Model stitched on 40ct PT Heritage Linen using Thread Gatherer SNC (Greystone, Toffee Crunch, Irish Cob, Chestnut, Bear Brown, Sherlock Woods, English Ironstone, Chimney Sweep, Straw Into Gold, Potters Clay). Stitch count is 70W x 200H.

Cape Cod's Boys
Design by The Primitive Needle. Model stitched on 40ct PT Heritage Linen using Sampler Threads (Carmel Corn, Barn Grey, Wood Trail, Mountain Mist, Grape Leaf, Bayberry, Dried Thyme, Grecian Gold, Bittersweet, Mustard Seed, Old Purple Paint) & Weeks (Bark, Swamp Water). Stitch count is 100W x 230H.

Black'd Skie
Design by The Primitive Needle. Model stitched on 40ct LL Vintage Pear Linen using Pure Palette Soy Luster (Whisper, Baileys, Ocotillo, Envy, Dry Martini, Spanish Coffee, Swamp Thing, Cauldron, Sedona Hills, Saffron, August Moon, Cinnamon Toast) & Thread Gatherer SNC (Wart Frog, Tuscan Olive). DMC & NPI conversions given. Stitch count is 195W x 289H.

Wicked Alphabet
Design by The Primitive Needle. Model stitched on 40ct PT Heritage Linen using Weeks (Swamp Water, Caper, Bark, Charcoal, Havana) & Sampler Threads (Dried Thyme). Stitch count is 122W x 249H.

French Country-Butterfly
Design by JBW Designs. Models stitched on 29ct Ivory Glenshee Linen using Crescent Colours (Second Rose). Sampler Threads, Weeks & DMC conversions given. Pillow available from JBW Designs. Stitch count is 62W x 62H.

French Country-Homes
Design by JBW Designs. Models stitched on 29ct Ivory Glenshee Linen using Crescent Colours (Blue Beadboard, Petite Maison, Blue Moon, Bamboo, Wild Oats, Little House Brown, Whatley Woodlands, Tufted Yellow, Sunflower, Little Pink Peony, Sea Shelly, Cherry Tomato, Tiny Vine, Bean Sprout, Spinace). Weeks & DMC conversions given. Stitch count is 130W x 57H.

French Country-Noah's Ark
Design by JBW Designs. Models stitched on 29ct Natural Glenshee Linen using Weeks (Garnet). Crescent Colours & DMC conversions given. Stitch count is 186W x 81H.