Cross Stitch Collection

Sampler with the Alphabet, worked by Rachel Folkard, aged 13, 1823 (silkwork)
CK125794 Sampler with the Alphabet, worked by Rachel Folkard, aged 13, 1823 (silkwork); Private Collection; Photo © Crane Kalman Gallery, London, UK

Afghan, c. 1941. Creator: Renee A. Monfalcone
Afghan, c. 1941

Embroidery Detail, c. 1940. Creator: Emily Gierman
Embroidery Detail, c. 1940

Bookmark, c. 1938. Creator: Edward White
Bookmark, c. 1938

Sampler, Massachusetts, 1775/1800. Creator: Unknown
Sampler, Massachusetts, 1775/1800

Fragment from Bedcover (Crazy Quilt Block), United States, c. 1884. Creator: Unknown
Fragment from Bedcover (Crazy Quilt Block), United States, c. 1884

Tablecloth, Ukraine, c. 1860. Creator: Unknown
Tablecloth, Ukraine, c. 1860

Fragment from Bedcover (Crazy Quilt Block), United States, c. 1884. Creator: Unknown
Fragment from Bedcover (Crazy Quilt Block), United States, c. 1884

Bedcover Depicting Thirty-four Scenes from the Old and New Testaments, United States, 1880s. Creator: Unknown
Bedcover Depicting Thirty-four Scenes from the Old and New Testaments, United States, 1880s

Panel Depicting Madonna and Child, Switzerland, 16th century. Creator: Unknown
Panel Depicting Madonna and Child, Switzerland, 16th century

Fragment from Bedcover (Crazy Quilt Block), United States, 1884. Creator: Unknown
Fragment from Bedcover (Crazy Quilt Block), United States, 1884

Fragment from Bedcover (Crazy Quilt Block), United States, 1884. Creator: Unknown
Fragment from Bedcover (Crazy Quilt Block), United States, 1884

Cushion Cover, Rhodes, 1700/1900. Creator: Unknown
Cushion Cover, Rhodes, 1700/1900

Sampler, Denmark, 1814. Creator: Unknown
Sampler, Denmark, 1814

Bedcover, United States, 1795/1820. Creator: Mary Jones
Bedcover, United States, 1795/1820

Pillow Cover, Rhodes, 17th/18th century. Creator: Unknown
Pillow Cover, Rhodes, 17th/18th century

Cushion Cover, Rhodes, 17th/18th century. Creator: Unknown
Cushion Cover, Rhodes, 17th/18th century

Chair Seat, England, c. 1880. Creator: Unknown
Chair Seat, England, c. 1880. Detail from a larger artwork

Chair Seat, England, c. 1880. Creator: Unknown
Chair Seat, England, c. 1880. Detail from a larger artwork

Chasuble, Central Europe, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Chasuble, Central Europe, 18th century

Carpet Bag, c. 1938. Creator: Adele Brooks
Carpet Bag, c. 1938

Needlepoint Dog, c. 1936. Creator: Evelyn Bailey
Needlepoint Dog, c. 1936

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Cross Stitch, c. 1938. Creator: Elmer Weise
Cross Stitch, c. 1938

Bag, c. 1937. Creator: Gene Luedke
Bag, c. 1937

The Lily Maid of Astolat otherwise known as the Lady of Shalott, illustration from Idylls of the King by Alfred
IL274117 The Lily Maid of Astolat otherwise known as the Lady of Shalott, illustration from Idylls of the King by Alfred Tennyson (1809-92), published by Hodder & Stoughton

Cushion Cover, England, 1601. Creator: Unknown
Cushion Cover, England, 1601

Band, England, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Band, England, 19th century

Sampler, France, 18th / 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Sampler, France, 18th/19th century

Chasuble, England, 1800 / 50. Creator: Unknown
Chasuble, England, 1800/50

Bedcover, New York, 1854. Creator: Unknown
Bedcover, New York, 1854

Panel Entitled "Night", England, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Panel Entitled " Night", England, 19th century. Probably after Bertel Thorvaldsen

Sampler, England, 1676. Creator: Katherine Veren
Sampler, England, 1676

Sampler, Italy, 18th / 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Sampler, Italy, 18th/19th century

Suspenders, c. 1935. Creator: Ella Josephine Sterling
Suspenders, c. 1935

Sampler, England, 1799. Creator: Elizabeth Dudley
Sampler, England, 1799

Border, Italy, 1675 / 1725. Creator: Unknown
Border, Italy, 1675/1725

Picture (Needlework), England, c. 1720. Creator: Unknown
Picture (Needlework), England, c. 1720. Man, woman and dog

Chair Seat and Back, England, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Chair Seat and Back, England, 19th century

Chair Seat, England, c. 1880. Creator: Unknown
Chair Seat, England, c. 1880

Prie-Dieu Cover, England, c. 1857 / 60. Creator: Unknown
Prie-Dieu Cover, England, c. 1857/60. Embroidered cover for a prie-dieu, a prayer desk for devotional use

Chair Seat, France, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Chair Seat, France, 18th century

Sampler, France, 1775 / 1825. Creator: Unknown
Sampler, France, 1775/1825

Chair Seat, France, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Chair Seat, France, 17th century

Sampler, England, 1775 / 1825. Creator: Unknown
Sampler, England, 1775/1825. The alphabet and the Ten Commandments

Panel (Unfinished), England, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Panel (Unfinished), England, 19th century

Needlecase Sampler, England, late 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Needlecase Sampler, England, late 18th century

Sampler, Massachusetts, 1793 / 94. Creator: Hannah Howard
Sampler, Massachusetts, 1793/94. Now in the sixteenth year of my age; my sample; When I am dead and in my grave, When all my bones are rotten; When this you see remember me, Let me not be forgotten

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Discover the timeless art of cross stitch with Lucky Clover Embroidery. From vintage designs like Elmer Weise's Cross Stitch from 1938 to Gene Luedke's stunning Bag from 1937, immerse yourself in the rich history of this craft. Delve into the world of literature and embroidery as you explore The Lily Maid of Astolat, also known as the Lady of Shalott, beautifully illustrated in Alfred Tennyson's Idylls of the King published by Hodder & Stoughton in 1910. Travel back even further with an exquisite Cushion Cover from England dating back to 1601, showcasing intricate needlework by an unknown creator. Admire a Band from 19th century England and a Sampler from France that offer glimpses into different eras and styles. Uncover hidden treasures like an enchanting Chasuble from early 19th-century England and a captivating Bedcover created in New York in 1854. Marvel at a mysterious Panel entitled 'Night' crafted in England during the same period. Step into history with Katherine Veren's Sampler from England dating all the way back to 1676 or explore Italian craftsmanship through an elegant Sampler created between the 18th and 19th centuries. Cross stitch is not just about stitching—it is about preserving stories, traditions, and artistic expression across generations. Join us on this journey through time as we celebrate the beauty and intricacy found within each thread.