Spring house sampler
CROSS STITCH PATTERN READY TO DOWNLOAD, DESIGNED BY Lesley Teare Designs

Brought to you by Lesley Teare, this classic cross stitch sampler is a delight to stitch with regular symetrical motifs on either side of the work. The focus is on the elegant Georgian home, typical of the English countryside, and its front garden surrounded by a wooden fence. Yet, as your eye travels down, you will discover the potted plant, the birds digging out worms in the grass; and rabits springing among the daffodills.

The pattern features full cross stitches only, a couple of backstitches for detail, and French knots used for eyes and the hearts of the flowers. The latter could easily be susbstituted with beads, should you prefer.

The design is worked in a lovely palette of pastel colour threads, and black Aida fabric is used for maximum contrast. Alternatively, if you prefer a softer effect, you could cross stitch the pattern on a white background fabric. The design includes a couple of White stitches, but they are all surrounded by color.

This sampler is part of a series, with 3 more seasons to follow.

A tutorial is included with the chart for all stitches.

A cross stitch pattern by Lesley Teare Designs.

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Chart info & Needlework supplies for the pattern:
Spring house

Chart size in stitches: 84 x 112 (wide x high)
Needlework fabric: 14 ct Aida or 28 ct linen/evenweave, Black
Size of stitched area: 6.0 x 8.0inch (15,2 x 20,3 cm)
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Stitches: cross stitch, backstitch, French knots
Chart: color, incudes a one page overview for digital viewing
Threads: DMC stranded cotton
Number of colors: 24

Themes: Spring, joy, pansy, cottage, birds, butterfly
 

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