{"title":"Mojo Stitches","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"mojo-stitches-sarah-handley-1847-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-antique-reproduction-sampler-fall-needlework-expo-2021-pattern-only","title":"MOJO STITCHES \"Sarah Handley 1847\", Counted Cross Stitch Pattern, Antique Reproduction Sampler, Fall Needlework Expo 2021, Pattern Only","description":"MOJO STITCHES, New South Wales, Australia\u003cbr\u003e\nNeedlework Designs \u0026amp; Delights\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFrom Mojo Stitches:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nI can’t help it. I call this the ‘Chilli Sampler’ in my head. Those rosebuds in the border? They just look like chillis to me! And yet somehow this fits. I can’t shake the impression of heat and warmth with this sampler. The palm-like trees, the bright colours – I wish I knew where Sarah stitched her lovely piece.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWith such a common name and no place, Sarah is proving difficult to pin down. Even with the age, I’m uncertain. I sourced the original from England, but there is a Sarah Handley of the right age in US records. My hunting will continue and I will add an update if successful.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSarah’s original sampler was worked in bright wools in a combination of full crosses over two and Algerian Eyelets. Lots of eyelets! I love the texture and look of that eyelets give, but if you prefer not to stitch them, you could always use Smyrna crosses or cross-stitches over 4.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nA hint for stitching it too: Sarah’s chilli border is far from even, and I’ve retained the small errors she had in the heart and wave borders. Even some of the windows in the house are a stitch off exactly even. When creating an exact antique reproduction, it is standard practice to keep such errors, even as the designer in me longs to correct them!\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn your stitch, you could easily fix them if you want, but I love these little touches. It reminds me that nothing we do needs to be perfect – heaven knows nothing I stitch ever is …\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nI have stitched my reproduction in overdyed flosses, and included a DMC conversion. Using a combination would work great too: some of the pinks and reds in the roof only use a few stitches, so you could easily use DMC for those to cut down on costs (Clay Pot, Baked Apple, Barn Door and Sweetheart Rose).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nI also think that it would look great using a majority of DMC, with just a couple of overdyes to add texture and movement. Since elements of the design (such as the borders and alphabets) use colours in small areas, using DMC would be less noticeable than in larger areas. For that reason, if you were going to just use a couple, I’d choose Roasted Marshmallow for the house, and the greens: Pine Needles and Chives (Schneckley would be good too, but is used less in the design). Keep in mind that depending on the size of fabric you’re using and whether you’re using one strand or two, you might need an extra skein of Roasted Marshmallow and Pine Needles. In my model, I stitched using 1 over 2 on 37-count fabric and only needed one skein each.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nI’m really looking forward to seeing how you frame and stitch Sarah and her chillies. I just had to recognise her boldness and warmth with a bright red frame. It’s not the usual way to present reproductions, but I think it brings out the strength of the design. What do you think?","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45944665964717,"sku":"ET-1109424435","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.3472217723_h2cf.jpg?v=1777095006"},{"product_id":"mojo-stitches-lt-1909-an-antique-reproduction-mini-design-sampler-counted-cross-stitch-patterns-chart-pattern-only","title":"MOJO STITCHES  \"LT 1909: An Antique Reproduction \u0026 Mini Design Sampler\"  Counted Cross Stitch Patterns  Chart  Pattern Only","description":"MOJO STITCHES, New South Wales, Australia\u003cbr\u003e\nNeedlework Designs \u0026amp; Delights\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAntique reproduction:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nStitch count: 190w x 148h.Stitched using 1 over 2 on 36-count ‘Vintage Coffee‘ by JaysXStitch on Etsy (a warm brown) using Cottage Garden Threads JK03 Bronte\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMini:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nStitch count: 81w x 46h. Also 1 over 2 on 36-count ‘Iced Coffee‘ by JaysXStitch (a warm neutral) using CGT JK02 Leather Bound","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45944732319917,"sku":"ET-1420344913","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.4688317991_f82t.jpg?v=1777097781"},{"product_id":"mojo-stitches-peace-plenty-a-new-years-wish-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-chart-pattern-only","title":"MOJO STITCHES  \"Peace \u0026 Plenty: A New Year's Wish\"  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  Chart  Pattern Only","description":"MOJO STITCHES, New South Wales, Australia\u003cbr\u003e\nNeedlework Designs \u0026amp; Delights\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFrom Joanna Kabanoff:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nA design inspired by antique embroidery\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAn antique adaptation from a piece of Hungarian embroidery in my collection. I hope that stitchers can focus on their intention for the New Year with this design that‘s easy to personalise. Bring on #NewYearStitching!\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nModel stitched on 40-count white linen, 1 strand over 2, using Cottage Garden Threads ‘Raspberry‘ (closest DMC is 302). It can, of course, be stitched in any colour, or colour combination. If stitched on 40-count, it fits into a standard 8x10-inch frame.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n6-page clear black-and-white chart with colour cover. The design uses full crosses over 2, backstitch and Smyrna crosses.","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45944895373485,"sku":"ET-1126845587","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.3537013831_cdkn.jpg?v=1777108224"},{"product_id":"mojo-stitches-bushland-quaker-series-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-australian-flora-pattern-only","title":"MOJO STITCHES  \"Bushland Quaker\"  Series  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  Australian Flora  Pattern Only","description":"MOJO STITCHES, New South Wales, Australia\u003cbr\u003e\nNeedlework Designs \u0026amp; Delights\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFrom Joanna Kabanoff:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nA celebration of Australian Flora (with a bit of fauna tucked in there too), in a Quaker style.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe stitch count is 142w x 178h.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMy model was stitched on 36-count ‘Weak Tea‘ by JaysXstitch, using 1 strand of Cottage Garden Threads and DMC. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe design uses only full crosses over two and the printed chart is in black-and-white, printed double-sided to save paper. I‘ve also provided a full DMC conversion and suggestions for other overdyed threads.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe first in a series.","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45944987451565,"sku":"ET-1093223647","price":16.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.3409463555_tm19.jpg?v=1777112527"},{"product_id":"mojo-stitches-a-is-for-aardvark-b-is-for-balloon-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-plus-cgt-threads-fall-needlework-expo-2021","title":"MOJO STITCHES  \"A is for Aardvark; B is for Balloon\"  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern plus CGT Threads  Fall Needlework Expo 2021","description":"MOJO STITCHES, New South Wales, Australia\u003cbr\u003e\nNeedlework Designs \u0026amp; Delights\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nA is for Aardvark, B is for Balloon: no. 1 in the Alphabet Blocks series\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nINCLUDES called for CGT Threads (2 skeins)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nJoanna Kabanoff 2021\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal designs inspired by antique alphabet blocks, featuring a range of ‘A‘ and ‘B‘ motifs from Agapanthus, Aardvarks and Anchors, to Bluebells, Balloons and Bobbins. The first in a series (and yes, I‘ll be doing the whole alphabet). Black-and-white, clear chart and colour cover. Full, illustrated finishing instructions will be on my blog. Finishing technique requires no sewing machine and is easy to accomplish.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPLEASE NOTE: these are intended as decorative items only, and are not guaranteed or recommended as safe for babies or young children‘s play.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nEach block is stitched in 1 Cottage Garden Threads colour and 1 DMC.","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45945241600173,"sku":"ET-1079034530","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.3360796330_8515.jpg?v=1777117033"},{"product_id":"mojo-stitches-notre-dame-alphabets-joyeux-noel-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-french-sampler-pattern-only","title":"MOJO STITCHES  \"Notre Dame Alphabets \u0026 Joyeux Noel\"  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  French Sampler  Pattern Only","description":"Designer: Mojo Stitches\u003cbr\u003e\nCollection: Needlework Marketplace 2023\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis stunning French sampler contains some of the most beautiful alphabets I‘ve come across, and can be stitched as a whole, or used for reference to personalize your own stitching. ‘Joyeux Noel‘ was inspired by the antique, showing how you can use elements of the design for smalls.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe antique is pictured on the cover and has a stitch count of 277w x 237h and only uses full crosses over 2. It could be stitched on any warm neutral. It is charted in DMC, with conversions in overdyes, Cottage Garden Threads and silks to be published on Mojo Stitches blog.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe model of ‘Joyeux Noel‘ was stitched 1 over 2 on 36-count Toasted Mallow by Number12StitchCo using Cottage Garden Threads \"Bookshelf\" Edit - my collaboration with CGT. Colors included: Conservatory, Cloth Bound, Woolf, Gilt, Bronte. DMC conversion provided; stitch count 99w x 55h.","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45945249661101,"sku":"ET-1570660386","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.5429811619_lbfo.jpg?v=1777117286"},{"product_id":"pdf-instand-download-manons-garden-by-mojo-stitches-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-antique-reproduction-sampler-pattern-only","title":"PDF INSTAND DOWNLOAD  \"Manon's Garden\", by Mojo Stitches  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  Antique Reproduction Sampler  Pattern Only","description":"MOJO STITCHES, New South Wales, Australia\u003cbr\u003e\nNeedlework Designs \u0026amp; Delights\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPDF INSTANT DIGITAL DOWNLOAD\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFrom Mojo Stitches:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMy heart skipped a beat when I first saw the antique – such a sweet collection of flowers, such a bright, rainbow palette and such an enigma. The almost anonymous stitcher only left us a single initial. Having sourced the antique from France, I decided to give her a French name, and to recreate her design as a kind of walled garden that might lie alongside a chateau…\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nReproducing this design was such a pleasure. I love stitching flowers, and this little sampler has rows of flowers blooming and fruit ripening, flowerpots bursting with blossoms and even a couple of birds fighting over a tasty morsel.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn my reproduction, I only made one small change from the original – the colour of the initial. In the original antique, it was stitched in a bright blue and purple, which were not used elsewhere in the design. I replaced these colours with a couple already used, which I think create a sense of harmony and add to the quiet enigma of the stitcher’s presence.\u003cbr\u003e\nIf you would like to stitch the initial exactly as the original, simply replace the stitches in Scuppernong with Weeks Dye Works Navy\/DMC 3750, and the Raspberry Frost stitches with Classic Colorworks Mulled Berries\/DMC 3834.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAlternatively, you might like to stitch your own initials, or the name of a favourite garden that you’ve visited.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe design uses full crosses over two and a small area of full crosses over one. I think this over one border gives a lovely sense of delicacy, but if you prefer not to stitch over one, you could also add your initials and the date here instead.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe fabric I used (and which I failed to photograph in all its warmth and loveliness), is 36-count ‘Toasted Mallow’ from Number12StitchCo on Etsy. My model was stitched in Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts and Classic Colorworks overdyed cottons, and the chart provides a full DMC conversion. I’d love to see it stitched in silk too…","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45945345081517,"sku":"ET-1144039304","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.3332172876_535t.jpg?v=1777119248"},{"product_id":"mojo-stitches-wild-rose-biscornu-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-fancy-pincushion-charts-pattern-only","title":"MOJO STITCHES \"Wild Rose Biscornu\", Counted Cross Stitch Pattern, Fancy Pincushion, Charts, Pattern Only","description":"MOJO STITCHES, New South Wales, Australia\u003cbr\u003e\nNeedlework Designs \u0026amp; Delights\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFrom Mojo Stitches:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis biscornu (fancy pincushion) pattern is provided in two colourways: a monochrome and a coloured one. The models were stitched on 36 count Platinum by Zweigart (cream fabric) and 32 count Spilt Merlot by Mojo Stitches (pink fabric). See other listings for kits. Stitch count 62 x 136. It is mostly cross-stitch, with some satin stitch, a few French knots and Algerian Eyelets, as well as a little bit of backstitch for the finishing.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nI had great fun designing my first biscornu, and I love playing with designs through the use of colour. I hope you will play with this too and customise it to your favourite colours, and use what‘s in your stash. And I promise: it‘s easier to make than it looks :)","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45945601097901,"sku":"ET-1109426981","price":10.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.3424553584_dt79_bec11393-19a6-4832-a639-85179448bdc3.jpg?v=1777120526"},{"product_id":"mojo-stitches-two-from-tasmania-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-previous-exclusive-sampler-pattern-only","title":"MOJO STITCHES  \"Two From Tasmania\"  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  Previous Exclusive Sampler  Pattern Only","description":"Designer: Mojo Stitches\u003cbr\u003e\nCollection: Needlework Marketplace 2023\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCombining 2 previous retreat\/shop exclusives, this Full Color chart captures the beauty and resilience of Tasmania‘s plants and animals.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe main design, \"Tasmania, After the Fires\", is stitched on 36-count \"Bush Tea\" by JaysXStitch (a warm neutral) and has a stitch count of 142w x 178h. \"Tasmanian Tiger\" - celebrating the enigmatic creature considered extinct, but on its way back - is stitched on 36-count ‘Flax‘ by Zweigart. Both are stitched in a stunning Cottage Garden Threads palette, using full crosses over 2, French Knots, Smyrna Crosses and long backstitches. Approximate DMC and overdye conversions included.","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45945731940525,"sku":"ET-1584848691","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.5429865309_cfsx.jpg?v=1777122584"},{"product_id":"mojo-stitches-the-humble-sampler-harriett-turner-1868-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-an-antique-adaptation-sampler-pattern-only","title":"MOJO STITCHES  \"The Humble Sampler: Harriett Turner 1868\"  Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  An Antique Adaptation Sampler  Pattern Only","description":"MOJO STITCHES, New South Wales, Australia\u003cbr\u003e\nNeedlework Designs \u0026amp; Delights\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe model is stitched on 36-count ‘Toasted Mallow‘ by Number12StitchCo\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nStitch Count 111w x 221h\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nStitched with a glorious collection of overdyed threads from Weeks, Classic Colourworks and Gentle Arts\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nGentle Art Floss: Wood Trail, Raspberry Frost, Baby Spinach, Antique Rose, Burlap\u003cbr\u003e\nWeeks Dye Works Floss: Sand, Dried Sage, Chrysanthemum, Whiskey, Schneckley, Cornsilk, Dove\u003cbr\u003e\nClassic Colorworks Floss: Cherry Cobbler, Steamed Broccoli, Joshua Tree\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nA SAL is starting on Valentine‘s Day using the hashtag #stayhumbleharrietsal hosted by @handmadeatnumber12\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\na DMC conversion is also provided\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFrom Joanna Kabanoff:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAn antique adaptation with heart.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSometimes a little piece of history comes your way and just captures your heart. From the moment I saw Harriett’s needlepoint sampler, I knew she was a kindred soul. While the beautiful, almost abstract flowers first caught my eye, it was the sentiment that really drew me to the piece. To me, it beautifully captured values that are important to me: of being of service to others in need and of humility.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHumility gets a bad rap in contemporary Western culture – and is often misunderstood. It is not the same as being a doormat and this sentiment is not saying to always place everyone else’s needs above your own. Instead, humility is the recognition of living in a community, where one’s own needs must be balanced with the needs of others. I love how Harriett’s sampler reminded me of the beauty of this humility and of the strength and compassion that it demonstrates.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe antique original and its reproduction\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHarriett’s sampler was a complete joy to reproduce. Originally stitched in wools on a rough and very uneven canvas, I have converted it to cross stitch using the colours from the front. As you can see below, the original colours (which you can see on the back) were a great deal brighter! I am creating a colour conversion for these colours on the back – which I will post here later.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe canvas used to stitch the original demonstrates a feature that is not easy to reproduce now: the width and height of the threads were very unequal. Our fabrics today are woven with equal widths and lengths, so in a reproduction, the shape of the sampler will shift. The original appears wider than my reproduction, although the stitch count is the same.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nBeing a needlepoint, the background was fully stitched in the antique; in my reproduction, I have chosen not to do this, but to let the beautiful buttery cream colour of the linen stand in for the heavy stitching.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nReproducing antique needlepoint into cross-stitch can require some more adjustments. Typically, needlepoints can use a high number of colours, and uneven fading can result in even more shades becoming visible. In the original, there were four or five extra colours that only had a few stitches each; I decided, for the sake of design cohesion and to make the costs of stitching it more budget-friendly, to forgo these extra colours. In my opinion, the loss of these is barely noticeable, but if you would like information on these changes, just let me know.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAs I was making these colour adjustments, and with the shape of the sampler naturally different due to the fabric differences, it was clear that I was creating an adaption of the antique, rather than a strict reproduction. With this, I decided to make a couple of other design changes. The third line of text in the original was stitched with a higher number of stitches than the rest of the sampler (Harriett appeared to use the double threads of the canvas to her benefit). To copy this exactly, I would have had to have partial letters stitched over one, with other parts over two. To me, this appeared clumsy and didn’t reproduce the original well. Instead, I opted to keep it to full crosses over two, adjusting the spacing slightly to make it more legible.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe last change I made was the colour of Harriett’s name and the date. In the original, it was in a different brown to the rest of the text, which was not used elsewhere. I wanted to better differentiate her name from the text, and so charted it in Weeks Dye Works ‘Dove’, which I wanted to highlight in the design. You can, of course, choose to stitch it in your preferred colour from the palette.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe antique piece is unframed and a little rough around the edges. It is fraying on most edges and there is a little stitch loss in the corners; to me, it looks well-loved, and a little humble.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nColours and finishing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMy model was stitched on the glowing 36-count ‘Toasted Mallow’ by Number12StitchCo on Etsy: a beautiful, warm cream that is a very good match for the stitched background of the original. It is stitched in full crosses only, and I stitched using 1 strand of floss over 2 threads of linen. Being full crosses, it can be stitched on linen, evenweave or Aida, in your preferred count.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nI used a mix of Gentle Arts, Classic Colorworks and Weeks Dye Works overdyed threads to stitch the design, and the chart has a full DMC conversion. As there are quite a few colours, you could very well use a mix of overdyes and DMC and get a similar effect.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nTo frame the design, I am lucky enough to have a father who is a woodworker. He built the frame for me, which I painted in a beautiful, dusky blue that is close to the Weeks Dye Works ‘Dove’ that I used for Harriett’s name. I often paint frames (both thrifted and standard size ones) to customise them to my preferred palette. I will be creating a post soon about how I do this, but if you want to match my colour, I used a small sample pot of matt interior housepaint by Porter’s Paint called ‘Explorer Blue’. I purchased it from a local hardware store (if you’re in Australia). If you’re overseas, I’m sure you have similar paints that you can use.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nLast thoughts and a stitching variation\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nI loved every stitch of this ‘humble sampler’ – and I hope you do too. In fact, I plan to return to it and stitch the lower section on its own: I think the stunning, almost abstract flowerpot would look fabulous stitched on its own and framed in a square frame, or perhaps stitched on a very high-count fabric for a little pin pillow.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe chart is available to order from your local needlework store now, and the hard-copy chart and PDF will be up in my Etsy store in a few weeks. If you would like a kit, visit the lovely Nicola at Number12StitchCo on Etsy – she has some very special kits with her beautiful linen and the threads ready to go.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nI hope stitching this sampler reminds you of the strength of your humble heart. Happy stitching…","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45946647019693,"sku":"ET-1420339321","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.4640024980_pzrd.jpg?v=1777123942"},{"product_id":"pdf-instant-download-another-spring-hannah-hodgkinson-sampler-by-mojo-stitches-cross-stitch-pattern-pattern-only","title":"PDF INSTANT DOWNLOAD  \"Another Spring \u0026 Hannah Hodgkinson Sampler\"  by Mojo Stitches  Cross Stitch Pattern  Pattern Only","description":"MOJO STITCHES, New South Wales, Australia\u003cbr\u003e\nNeedlework Designs \u0026amp; Delights\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPDF INSTANT DIGITAL DOWNLOAD\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFrom Joanna Kabanoff:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis cross stitch chart contains both an exact reproduction of the original Hannah Hodgkinson sampler from my collection, and the adaptation that I created based on Hannah‘s lovely colours and motifs, and Montgomery‘s quote. Both have cheerful, bright colours that remind me of Spring.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nYou will receive:\u003cbr\u003e\n- a 5 page b\/w pattern of the antique reproduction\u003cbr\u003e\n- a single page colour pattern of the antique reproduction\u003cbr\u003e\n- a 5 page b\/w pattern of my adaptation\u003cbr\u003e\n- single page colour pattern of my adaptation\u003cbr\u003e\n- floss recommendations including overdyed cottons and a DMC conversion\u003cbr\u003e\n- clear photographs of both versions.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe stitch count of each version is 140w x 137h. 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It has a stitch count of 150w x 150h and uses full crosses over 2 and a couple of backstitches.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe design is suitable for beginners to advanced stitchers, on Aida, linen or evenweave. 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The almost anonymous stitcher only left us a single initial. Having sourced the antique from France, I decided to give her a French name, and to recreate her design as a kind of walled garden that might lie alongside a chateau…\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nReproducing this design was such a pleasure. I love stitching flowers, and this little sampler has rows of flowers blooming and fruit ripening, flowerpots bursting with blossoms and even a couple of birds fighting over a tasty morsel.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn my reproduction, I only made one small change from the original – the colour of the initial. In the original antique, it was stitched in a bright blue and purple, which were not used elsewhere in the design. I replaced these colours with a couple already used, which I think create a sense of harmony and add to the quiet enigma of the stitcher’s presence.\u003cbr\u003e\nIf you would like to stitch the initial exactly as the original, simply replace the stitches in Scuppernong with Weeks Dye Works Navy\/DMC 3750, and the Raspberry Frost stitches with Classic Colorworks Mulled Berries\/DMC 3834.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAlternatively, you might like to stitch your own initials, or the name of a favourite garden that you’ve visited.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe design uses full crosses over two and a small area of full crosses over one. I think this over one border gives a lovely sense of delicacy, but if you prefer not to stitch over one, you could also add your initials and the date here instead.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe fabric I used (and which I failed to photograph in all its warmth and loveliness), is 36-count ‘Toasted Mallow’ from Number12StitchCo on Etsy. My model was stitched in Weeks Dye Works, Gentle Arts and Classic Colorworks overdyed cottons, and the chart provides a full DMC conversion. I’d love to see it stitched in silk too…","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45947898429613,"sku":"ET-1071590076","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0764\/7703\/8765\/files\/il_fullxfull.3332172876_535t_bd9de3bd-2962-4249-8569-86dce2157bb4.jpg?v=1777134138"},{"product_id":"pdf-instant-download-redwork-sampler-by-mojo-stitches-counted-cross-stitch-pattern-an-adapted-antique-reproduction-pattern-only","title":"PDF INSTANT DOWNLOAD  \"Redwork Sampler\"  by Mojo Stitches   Counted Cross Stitch Pattern  An Adapted Antique Reproduction  Pattern Only","description":"MOJO STITCHES, New South Wales, Australia\u003cbr\u003e\nNeedlework Designs \u0026amp; Delights\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPDF INSTANT DIGITAL DOWNLOAD\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFrom Joanna Kabanoff:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nBased on an antique in my collection, this sampler is designed for you to use your favourite red thread on your favourite fabric. 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