This embroidery sampler is printed in permanent color to large 14"x18" linen-cotton-canvas fabric. Finished project is ideal for framing in 11"x14" mat/frame.

Embroider a classic band sampler with a fall theme using freestyle hand embroidery stitches. You'll stitch a wheat sheaf, acorns and oak leaves, pumpkins, and apple trees. A pair of colorful, stitch-filled squirrels are the focal point of this piece. Fille the tail and body with chain stitched curving lines and firey flourishes of nested lazy daisy stitches.

The fall quote, "Every leaf speaks bliss to me, fluttering from the autumn tree" comes out of an Emily Bronte poem, and it not only builds up the theme but also adds more fun stitching opportunities.

Embrace the mindful hobby of embroidery and create decor for your home or gifting.

Quality materials include: a pattern that's color-printed to heavy linen cotton canvas with generous fabric border. You'll get full skeins of DMC-brand floss, size 5 John James-brand needles, and charming extras you won't find in other kits: a hinged storage tin and an enamel needle minder.

Finished project dimensions: 11"x14"stitched area on 14"x18" fabric. Frame and display or gift.

with KIT you'll get:

::> Linen-cotton-canvas fabric measuring 14"x18" with design pre-printed in permanent color filling an area 11"x14"

::> 9 Full skeins of coordinated DMC Embroidery Floss

::> 2 embroidery needles, size 5, from John James

::> 5.75" tin for organizing your supplies

::> Mini needle minder (teacup)

::> Easy-to-follow illustrated instructions in four-page 8.5" x 11" cardstock project guide

you can ADD-ON one or both of:

::> 7" Susan bates embroidery hoop with super-grip lip

::> 3.5" embroidery scissors in stork shape

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I do this if I've never embroidered?

Yes. All the instructions you'll need are included. If you've never handled a needle and thread, it might take a while to get comfortable. Take your time, keep your thread length under 18", and just be sure you're not tangling things and that you're pulling the thread all the way through. Once you've got this rhythm established with simple straight stitches, you can keep adding to the stitches you've mastered. The stitching guides actually tell you which stitches to start with on a design if you're new to embroidery.

What can I do with my finished project?

You can finish it in the hoop and hang it or get a frame with a circular cutout and glass cover. My favorite thing to do is to finish the design in a nicer hoop and then display on plate stand or small easel. I add it to styled vignettes around my house.

Will the printed pattern wash out?

No. You may wash your finished project but the printed design will not wash away.

What's the difference between kits and fabric prints?

The kits include not only the fabric print but also floss, needles, a storage tin, and hoop. The fabric prints include just the fabric print and the stitching guide. You will need to supply hoop, needles, and floss.

Do you offer PDF patterns?

No.

I see the option to add on scissors and needle minder. Do I need them?

You don't need a needle minder. It's simply a nice extra: it attaches to your work in progress with a magnet and will hold your needle when you need to put it down. 

You will need scissors, but any scissors that you have already will also work. Our scissors are the right size for fitting into the storage tin that comes with each kit, and I like having a few pairs for my my many works in progress.

Copyright

This embroidery pattern is designed by Debbie Hodge/Stitched Stories LLC and is for personal use only.

Patterns may not be reproduced or shared. 2023 Debbie Hodge, Stitched Stories.