English Garden Sampler

 

English Garden Sampler
Stitch Count: 53W x 88L

Fabric: 25ct Antique White linen (Permin #3604/101)

Threads: DMC: floss and Perle 8; Caron Collection: Wildflowers-#64 Pale Lilac

Stitches: Cross, Back, Long Arm Cross, Algerian Eye (Eyelet), Queen, Pattern Darning, Pulled Satin, Bargello, and Rice

Charm: Sterling Silver Trowel

Originally designed for the English publication "NEEDLEWORK", the colors burst forth in garden hues of soft pinks, lilacs, and greens.

I've often thought that most cross stitchers are gardners, too, and this is a great piece to stitch, getting the jump on Spring. And, of course, English gardens are just delightful!