The Blackbird Designs Honeysuckle Manor pattern book is a 40-page publication featuring nine vintage-style counted cross-stitch designs, including two larger samplers and seven smaller accessory projects. The patterns use an aged aesthetic inspired by antique samplers.
"Hannah Lovina Joslin - 1856" Sampler
Stitch Count: 143 x 159.
Recommended Fabric: 30 count Sheeps Straw linen by R&R Reproductions.
Threads: Classic Colorworks, Gentle Arts, and Weeks Dye Works threads.
"Margaret Harris - 1877" Sampler
Stitch Count: 142 x 123.
Recommended Fabric: 35 count Straw linen by Weeks Dye Works.
Threads: Classic Colorworks Belle Soie Silk (DMC alternatives listed).
"A Tiskey, A Tasket" (Keepsake Box Top)
Stitch Count: 54 x 67.
Recommended Fabric: 35 count Straw linen by Weeks Dye Works.
Threads: Classic Colorworks and Gentle Arts threads.
"A Stitcher's Companion" (Fob)
Stitch Count: 60 x 60.
Recommended Fabric: 30 count Ligonier Latte linen by R&R Reproductions.
Threads: Gentle Arts thread.
"Honeysuckle Pin Box"
Stitch Count: 59 x 54.
Recommended Fabric: 30 count Korty's Special Blend linen by R&R Reproductions.
Threads: Gentle Arts Garden Gate and Parchment threads.
"Flower Tape Measure"
Stitch Count: 27 x 24.
Recommended Fabric: 30 count Korty's Special Blend linen by R&R Reproductions.
Threads: Gentle Arts Garden Gate and Parchment threads.
"Vintage Pin Ball"
Stitch Count: Bird motif is 14 x 14; Small Flower motif is 13 x 13.
Recommended Fabric: 30 count Korty's Special Blend linen by R&R Reproductions.
Threads: Gentle Arts Garden Gate and Toasted Barley threads.
"Summer House Pincushion"
Stitch Count: 100 x 95.
Recommended Fabric: 30 count French Vanilla linen by R&R Reproductions.
Threads: Weeks Dye Works threads.
"Pin and Needle Cupcakes" (three motifs)
Black Motif Stitched On: 28 count Natural/Straw Gingham linen by Weeks Dye Works.
Moonlit House Stitched On: 28 count Natural/Tin Roof linen by Weeks Dye Works.
Flower Bouquet Stitched On: 30 count Ligonier Latte linen by R&R Reproductions.
Threads: Weeks Dye Works, Classic Colorworks Belle Soie silk, and Gentle Arts threads, depending on the motif.
Blackbird Designs blends traditional sampler looks with contemporary appeal. Many stitchers personalize it for weddings or family history, adding names and dates. Features a variety of motifs, keeping it engaging.