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Back in the day these walnut framed beauties with carved leaves at their corners were as indispensible to the country parlour as a fancy lambrequin or hair wreath.\"","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45944668258477,"sku":"ET-1508587521","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.5070943665_ne3p.jpg?v=1777095053"},{"product_id":"long-dog-samplers-high-dry-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-sampler-chart-pattern-only","title":"LONG DOG SAMPLERS \"High \u0026 Dry\"  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  Sampler, Chart, Pattern Only","description":"Julia tells us:\u003cbr\u003e\nAt first glance all the attention in this sampler appears to be focussed on the rather regal pairs of lions and unicorns doing what creatures like that are wont to do – rearing up, taking a stance and trying to look both brave and fierce all at once.. In heraldry these guys are known as “supporters”, or occasionally as “attendants”, because on working days they stand either side of shields and escutcheons to hold them up.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nBut in this charming sampler we get a rare glimpse of them on their day off having fun, sans shields and sans soucis either. The two young lions on the top band are bragging about the length of their lances; the unicorn ladies are doing a spot of flower arranging; and the chaps at the bottom are just squaring up for a bout of vigorous Cumberland wrestling to let off a bit of steam. It will do that all right, it can get very rough at times.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHowever, when you delve a bit deeper and step into the shadows, you’ll see that there’s all sorts of things going on undetected on the Edge of Darkness! Owls on the hunt; some nightjars hawking for food making their eerie mechanical call in the gloaming; the Fox brothers who would a wooing go; a couple of flitting pipistrelles after midges and mosquitoes; and a very tardy pair of hares who’ve cut it a bit fine and are trying to get home in one piece. And then there’s the eyes …….\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nArea in stitches: 171 x 339","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45944759812269,"sku":"ET-1750140373","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.6071943554_ap4n.jpg?v=1777098186"},{"product_id":"long-dog-samplers-count-your-blessings-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-sampler-chart-pattern-only","title":"LONG DOG SAMPLERS \"Count Your Blessings\"  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  Sampler, Chart, Pattern Only","description":"Area in stitches: 153 x 213","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45944781504685,"sku":"ET-1877642943","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.6661758600_ck9f.jpg?v=1777100257"},{"product_id":"long-dog-samplers-latitude-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-sampler-chart-2025-needlework-marketplace-release-pattern-only","title":"LONG DOG SAMPLERS \"Latitude\"  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  Sampler, Chart, 2025 Needlework Marketplace Release, Pattern Only","description":"Long Dog - Latitude\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nProduct Description\u003cbr\u003e\n303 x 332 stitches","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45944813682861,"sku":"ET-4360081148","price":24.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.7151327872_8ic5.jpg?v=1777102403"},{"product_id":"long-dog-samplers-fishy-goings-on-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-sampler-chart-pattern-only","title":"LONG DOG SAMPLERS \"Fishy Goings On\"  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  Sampler, Chart, Pattern Only","description":"Fishy Goings On\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFishy Goings On is a lighthearted romp on the ocean wave where two salty sea dogs are on barking terms with a kelpie; an unsuspecting lad, just landing his first tiddler, is about to be devoured by a sea dragon; and a small elephant has mistimed his parachute jump and is about to land in the oggin.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThere are seahorses, there are waves, there are sailing boats, there are twiddley bits, and to top it all off, there are three giant rings representing the three classifications of fish – agnatha, chondrichthyes and osteichthyes – the Piscium Olympics. Did I mention the sharks?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nDelivered to you as a pdf wrapped in protective seaweed straight to your inbox by a voracious herring gull, with beady eyes and a huge beak, called Snatch. Whatever you do, don’t attempt to feed him anything or you’ll find out how he got that name.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nArea in stitches: 187 x 212ed against and hanging framed Long Dogs is an absolute nightmare as you might imagine.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nArea in stitches: 179 x 274","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45944891769005,"sku":"ET-1863450774","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.6661755524_so64.jpg?v=1777108143"},{"product_id":"long-dog-samplers-pandemic-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-classic-norfolk-sampler-pattern-only","title":"LONG DOG SAMPLERS \"Pandemic\"  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  Classic Norfolk Sampler, Pattern Only","description":"Well someone had to do it.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nModel stitched on fabric of your choice with one color of floss. Finished sizes: 14\/28 Ct. fabric 26.07\" x 30.64\" with 395.5 meters of floss, \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n16\/32 Ct. fabric 22.81\" X 26.81\" with 347.1 meters of floss, \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n18\/36 Ct. fabric 20.28\" X 23.83\" with 157.1 meters of floss. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nStitch count 365x429.","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45944913559725,"sku":"ET-1418149946","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.4742395253_suoa.jpg?v=1777109339"},{"product_id":"long-dog-samplers-soliloquy-in-stitch-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-classic-norfolk-sampler-pattern-only","title":"LONG DOG SAMPLERS \"Soliloquy In Stitch\"  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  Classic Norfolk Sampler, Pattern Only","description":"Designer: Long Dog Samplers\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFetch your needle, be quick\u003cbr\u003e\nThere is stitching to do\u003cbr\u003e\nThis fine beauty might take you a while\u003cbr\u003e\nIt‘s so pleasant to stitch\u003cbr\u003e\nGuaranteed to bewitch\u003cbr\u003e\nIt‘s a sampler with charm and great style\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSoliloquy in Stitch is the Long Dog equivalent of \"talking to yourself\". It has plenty of little surprises hidden within its sinuous fronds, and the deeper amongst the foliate curves you venture, the more creatures you‘ll encounter along the way.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice using the thread of your choice. Stitch count is 211 x 277. Finished size on 14\/28 ct is 15.07\" x 19.79\".","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45944972312749,"sku":"ET-4471821666","price":20.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.7852285793_89mc.jpg?v=1777112060"},{"product_id":"long-dog-samplers-the-house-of-fun-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-classic-norfolk-sampler-pattern-only","title":"LONG DOG SAMPLERS \"The House of Fun\"  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  Classic Norfolk Sampler, Pattern Only","description":"Designer: Long Dog Samplers\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice with the thread of your choice! 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Shortly after publication the words were set to music by an anonymous composer and it quickly became a popular song in ale houses and bawdy taverns throughout Merrie England particularly at closing time when the beer had been flowing freely since lunch time.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n“Drink to me only with thine eyes,\u003cbr\u003e\nAnd I will pledge with mine;\u003cbr\u003e\nOr leave a kiss within the cup,\u003cbr\u003e\nAnd I’ll not ask for wine”\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nStitch count is 227 x 190.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWe suggest stitching on 32 count Blue Moon linen from Wichelt and stitching with 2 strands of White (Blanc) DMC Cotton floss over 2 threads.","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45944980471981,"sku":"ET-1494401758","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.5022689518_jr17.jpg?v=1777112272"},{"product_id":"long-dog-samplers-mots-damour-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-sampler-chart-pattern-only","title":"LONG DOG SAMPLERS \"Mots d'Amour\"  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  Sampler, Chart, Pattern Only","description":"Julia tells us:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAt the risk of sounding too sentimental, this design is dedicated to the memory of my late husband, David George Line, who died at home here in France with just me and his beloved dogs on 12th September 2012. He flew south along with the swallows who set off on their great migration that very same day. May he finally rest in peace.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nArea in stitches: 211 x 233 stitches","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45944982438061,"sku":"ET-1735457888","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.6117653703_6t0o.jpg?v=1777112331"},{"product_id":"long-dog-samplers-krozwyro-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-sampler-chart-pattern-only","title":"LONG DOG SAMPLERS \"Krozwyro\"  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  Sampler, Chart, Pattern Only","description":"Stitch count is 237 W x 210 H.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nModel was stitched on 32 count Antique White linen from Zweigart and stitched with threads from DMC.","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45944982831277,"sku":"ET-1494410212","price":13.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.5022725388_ehzr.jpg?v=1777112346"},{"product_id":"long-dog-samplers-hare-presumptive-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-sampler-chart-pattern-only","title":"LONG DOG SAMPLERS \"Hare Presumptive\"  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  Sampler, Chart, Pattern Only","description":"Designer: Long Dog Samplers\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nModel stitched on fabric of your choice with any one color of thread. Stitch Count: 131x258.","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45944987058349,"sku":"ET-1884845834","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.6771143522_c5na.jpg?v=1777112512"},{"product_id":"long-dog-samplers-the-galliard-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-geometric-sampler-pattern-only","title":"LONG DOG SAMPLERS \"The Galliard\"  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  Geometric Sampler, Pattern Only","description":"The Galliard was a lively dance popular in 16th and 17th century Europe which originated in Italy and then spread, like all good things were wont to do, to the courts of France, Spain and finally England. This little sampler is certainly full of swirling movement with a few pirouette a la seconde thrown in to keep you on your cross stitch toes.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAlthough usually described as “lively” the Galliard was, in fact, positively vigorous and allowed many a fine gentleman to let their hair down and channel their inner frog as it consisted of four hopping steps and then one almighty, doublet splitting high leap that only the most athletic of partners could perform without popping out of their hose or otherwise embarrassing themselves. Queen Elizabeth I was said to have danced the Galliard as part of her morning exercises, probably because Pilates and Hot Yoga hadn’t yet been invented.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nNow those of you who have already stitched Pavane For These Times please take note that musicians usually wrote Pavans and Galliards in pairs, the latter being a rhythmic “after dance” of the former. And everyone else please take heed that the Galliard was a spirited dance for two persons so could this be the first Long Dog sampler that can be stitched as a duet for two needles? Gadzooks, think about that!\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nArea in stitches: 179 x 179","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45944988795053,"sku":"ET-1635272779","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.5595145620_6tb0.jpg?v=1777112578"},{"product_id":"long-dog-samplers-the-raven-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-sampler-chart-pattern-only","title":"LONG DOG SAMPLERS \"The Raven\"  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  Sampler, Chart, Pattern Only","description":"Designer: Long Dog Samplers\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nUnder the gibbous moon‘s cold glow,\u003cbr\u003e\nWhere darkened tides and tempests blow,\u003cbr\u003e\nA raven black as peat and night\u003cbr\u003e\nSet forth to call, to warn, incite.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFrom crag to croft, from forest den,\u003cbr\u003e\nThrough Munlochy to the Fairy Glen,\u003cbr\u003e\nHe croaked and cried, \"Oh hear me all!\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Odhar stone is set to fall!\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAnd should it crash like a broken spire,\u003cbr\u003e\nThe earth will quake with ancient fire!\u003cbr\u003e\nThe trees will shed their golden hoard,\u003cbr\u003e\nAnd coins shall rain upon the sward!\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe deer stood still, the fox turned tail,\u003cbr\u003e\nA tapir stopped to heed the tale,\u003cbr\u003e\nThe wind grew thick with whispered fright,\u003cbr\u003e\nAnd then the raven soared in flight.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\"Fear not, though omens cloud the sky,\u003cbr\u003e\nThough shadows stretch and echoes sigh,\u003cbr\u003e\nFor when the world is torn and tossed,\u003cbr\u003e\nIt‘s blood that counts, kin matter most.\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThrough misted wood and hollow brake,\u003cbr\u003e\nHis silver words left truth awake,\u003cbr\u003e\nSo though the stars blink sharp and cold,\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Black Isle‘s secrets must be told.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe pattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice using the threads of your choice. Stitch count is 277 x 386. Finished size varies on the fabric used.","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45945050005677,"sku":"ET-4328186575","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.6981040902_do91.jpg?v=1777113619"},{"product_id":"long-dog-samplers-edge-of-darkness-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-sampler-pattern-only","title":"LONG DOG SAMPLERS \"Edge of Darkness\"  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  Sampler, Pattern Only","description":"Edge of Darkness\u003cbr\u003e\nAt first glance all the attention in this sampler appears to be focused on the rather regal pairs of lions and unicorns doing what creatures like that are wont to do - rearing up, taking a stance and trying to look both brave and fierce all at once.. In heraldry these guys are known as \"supporters\", or occasionally as \"attendants\", because on working days they stand either side of shields and escutcheons to hold them up. But in this charming sampler we get a rare glimpse of them on their day off having fun, sans shields and sans soucis either. The two young lions on the top band are bragging about the length of their lances; the unicorn ladies are doing a spot of flower arranging; and the chaps at the bottom are just squaring up for a bout of vigorous Cumberland wrestling to let off a bit of steam. It will do that all right, it can get very rough at times. However when you delve a bit deeper and step into the shadows you‘ll see that there‘s all sorts of things going on undetected on the Edge of Darkness! Owls on the hunt; some nightjars hawking for food making their eerie mechanical call in the gloaming; the Fox brothers who would a wooing go; a couple of flitting pipistrelles after midges and mosquitoes; and a very tardy pair of hares who‘ve cut it a bit fine and are trying to get home in one piece. And then there‘s the eyes ....... \u003cbr\u003e\nArea in stitches: 171 x 339","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45945090474157,"sku":"ET-1781260339","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.6258261581_mcpr.jpg?v=1777114421"},{"product_id":"long-dog-samplers-before-i-sleep-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-sampler-robert-frost-inspiration-pattern-only","title":"LONG DOG SAMPLERS \"Before I Sleep\"  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  Sampler, Robert Frost Inspiration, Pattern Only","description":"\"The Woods are lovely, dark and deep\u003cbr\u003e\nBut I have promises to keep\u003cbr\u003e\nAnd miles to go before I sleep...\"\u003cbr\u003e\n...the last three lines of \"Stopping by the Woods on a Snwy Evening\" written by Robert Frost, and the inspiration for this design.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nStitch count is 251 W x 327 H.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWe suggest stitching on 36 count Antique White linen and stitching with threads from DMC.","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45945127698605,"sku":"ET-1454656830","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.4897974979_occg.jpg?v=1777115363"},{"product_id":"long-dog-samplers-saga-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-mono-sampler-pattern-only","title":"LONG DOG SAMPLERS \"Saga\"  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  Mono Sampler, Pattern Only","description":"Stories Amidst Graceful Arches – or SAGA to his friends, is the biggest Long Dog offering to date. But this is more than just a sampler, it’s a whole new world for you to explore and become totally immersed in.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThere are streets of houses to wander along, castles, ships, marquees, beehives and even a lighthouse as well as twenty-five magnificent arches each one encapsulating a tale of its own. And the cast list of critters runs into triple figures from racing vultures to giraffes, and elephants to chickens.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSo, make yourself a cup of tea, settle down in your favourite chair and prepare to be enchanted by the “Tale of the Battenburg Cake”, meet Landseer the Monarch of the Glen and his chum wee Jocky McCockey and discover our 21st century take on the Garden of Eden aimed to reflect the diversity of life in this ever changing era. There are three options to choose from (all charted) – the traditional Adam \u0026amp; Eve, Adam \u0026amp; Steve or Alice \u0026amp; Eve. Cummings the snake in the grass with the seductive voice remains unchanged and unperturbed in all three versions. He says “Come on, I sense you covet this. No one need ever know except thee and me”. He comes from Yorkshire, didn’t I mention that?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nArea in stitches: 389 x 504","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45945138839725,"sku":"ET-1635274665","price":31.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.5643249613_plbt.jpg?v=1777115443"},{"product_id":"long-dog-samplers-the-folly-tree-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-sampler-chart-pattern-only","title":"LONG DOG SAMPLERS \"The Folly Tree\"  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  Sampler, Chart, Pattern Only","description":"\"When it rains, look for rainbows. 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The Sweet Bye \u0026amp; Bye. Let‘s hand stitch it as in days of yore. You‘ll find emus and elephants there. Spotted bunnies and critters galore. As we sew let us think of good times. Of the pleasures that are yet to come. And wonder where does the time go. And why does my bum feel quite numb? May this sampler bring you endless joy. Happy hours with a needle in hand. And when that last cross has been made. Hang it up with a black velvet band. Now try to sing that. Comes to you wreathed in smiles and perfumed like a wild flower meadow in the summer sunshine - with butterfly sprinkles and the odd rogue gnat.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice using the thread of your choice. Stitch count is 189 x 207. 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And all the time, during these fourteen magical, halcyon days, the sea remained unnaturally flat calm and unruffled.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nI’ve spotted twenty two little halcyon dudes in this sampler but it’s been a while since I did the head count so, if we’ve had calm seas recently, there could well be more.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nArea in stitches: 273 x 270","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45945214664877,"sku":"ET-1781263145","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.6210242054_4cr4.jpg?v=1777116144"},{"product_id":"long-dog-samplers-fishermans-friends-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-sampler-chart-pattern-only","title":"LONG DOG SAMPLERS \"Fisherman's Friends\"  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  Sampler, Chart, Pattern Only","description":"187x212 - Long Dog Samplers presents this offering featuring Friends of a Fisherman - featuring an owl and pussycat who have traded up their pea green boat for a fishing smack called The White Stag; Florence the Flamingo just fancied a paddle; Jormungandr, the legendary Midgard Serpent from Ragnarok, is on his holidays and having a quick snack of “fish ‘n ships” as he doesn’t want to spoil his dinner; and the octopus brothers, Olly an little Inky, are just hanging out and causing mayhem; plus there are jellyfish, lapwings, a couple of seahorses, whale, two whoopers dancing as well as Dogberry the Clown taking a break from his run in Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing at the Old Vic. The devil is always in the detail, so if you zoom right in you’ll find him in the trawler with his favorite balloon - D\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nYou pick the fabric count and color - could stitch on Navy using White floss","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45945241239725,"sku":"ET-4328185665","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.7029015339_qgo7.jpg?v=1777117021"},{"product_id":"long-dog-samplers-legal-high-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-classic-norfolk-sampler-pattern-only","title":"LONG DOG SAMPLERS \"Legal High\"  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  Classic Norfolk Sampler, Pattern Only","description":"MODEL INFORMATION:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nModel stitched on fabric of your choice with one color of floss. 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All fired up and full of enthusiasm but without expectations or preconceptions of what you’ll find at journey’s end. A truly liberating experience.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThat’s exactly what happened during the design of this delightful chart. It began with a burning desire to create something fun to stitch but with absolutely no idea what might evolve, imagination was at the helm.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAnd should you ever find yourself heading in the general direction of Cornwall in the far south west of England with nothing particular in mind, it’s to be hoped that fate might guide your steps to Newlyn and the gallery of Alex and Tracy of the legendary jugs. which also rejoices in the name of Coddiwomple. They have a wondrous and eclectic mix of antique and vintage objects coupled with paintings wrought by their own fair hands. 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Over the centuries candle leaping gradually superseded the ancient rural practice of bonfire jumping, which was very popular at country markets and fairs. Good luck was thought to attend anyone who could clear the candle without extinguishing the flame.  Don‘t even go there, I can read your minds, and please don’t try this at home (do it in someone else’s house!) It is also linked with lace makers who used special candle lamps to magnify their work during the darkest months of the year. 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It’s known in Dutch as Het Luilekkerland – the lazy luscious land. The story goes that Cockayne is a land of plenty where hard times didn’t exist. It was a fictional utopia, a parody of Paradise where idleness and gluttony were the name of the game.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHouses were made of barley sugar and cakes, the streets were paved with pastry and everything in the shops was free. Roast pigs roamed about all ready to be carved, grilled geese flew into your mouth and broiled fish leapt from the lakes. The weather was always fine, wine flowed like water, casual sex was almost mandatory and eternal youth was a given.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn European tradition the story has filtered down in a diluted form over the years and the last vestige is the Cockayne Pole which has a prize, such as a ham, fixed to the top. 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It represents agility, speed, inner wisdom and, in some cultures, trickery, madness, even death. The Celts linked it to the otherworld, which could be reached through mists, lakes, hills and cairns. And the Cornish believed these furry moongazers would warn them of tempests and storms. All in all, Lepus Europaeus is a very special creature, more harbinger or herald than a mere bunny with superlong ears.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nLong Dog‘s Twee Hazen, that‘s Dutch for \"two hares\", are both chilling out so boxing is currently off the menu. It‘s their daydream hour and if you listen very carefully you may be able to hear them chanting their ancient mantra, \"Clover, clover, clover .\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice using the thread of your choice(Number of skeins listed based on designers recommendations, may need more or less). Stitch count is 119 x 223. 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All of these surround a cross word puzzle design with the words \"love\",\"roots\", \"family\", \"life\", \"me\", \"you\", and \"us\" connected to one another.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nModel can be stitch on 14ct, 16ct, 18ct Aida or 28ct, 32ct, 38ct linen on the color of your choice using DMC thread. You will only need one color thread. If you are working on the 14ct Aida or 28ct Linen you will need 10 skeins, if you are working on 16ct Aida or 32ct Linen you will need 9 skeins, and if you are working on 18ct Aida or 36ct Linen you will need 4 skeins. 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Or, at least, not to get caught!\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPattern is stitched on the fabric of your choice using the thread of your choice(Number of skeins listed based on designers recommendations, may need more or less). Stitch count is 183 x 243. Finished size on 18\/36Ct is 10.17\" x 13.5\".","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45947442102445,"sku":"ET-4471813693","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.7852267929_jfv4.jpg?v=1777128684"},{"product_id":"long-dog-samplers-the-beast-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-mono-geometric-sampler-pattern-only","title":"LONG DOG SAMPLERS \"The Beast\"  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  Mono Geometric Sampler, Pattern Only","description":"\"Here is wisdom. 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Many years ago, insurance companies even used to feature Act of God clauses in their policies just to cover such contingencies should they arise.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn Long Dog terms, Act of God is an intricate network of little surprises; twists and turns that no one could ever see coming; combinations of motifs that no one could ever predict; and, once you start stitching, it has a momentum all of its own. 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