• Three decorative cross stitch bookmarks on an open book with a wooden surface and glasses in the background.
  • Decorative cross stitch bookmarks with intricate patterns on an open book, with a plant and glasses in the background.
  • Decorative cross stitch bookmark with red and blue patterns on an open book
  • cross stitch bookmark on an open book
  • Open book with a decorative cross stitch bookmark on a wooden surface
1 5

Folk Fabric Sampler Linen cross stitch kit

Folk Fabric Sampler Linen cross stitch kit

$32.00 USD
$32.00 USD
Sale Sold out
Shipping calculated at checkout.

The Folk Fabric Linen Sampler cross stitch folk embroidery kit is the linen companion to the Folk Fabric Sampler, giving you the chance to explore three of my most beautiful European linen colorways while stitching a trio of classic Avlea border designs. Each bookmark is worked on a different linen, so you can experience firsthand how the color and hand of the fabric changes the character of the finished piece. 

The three linens included are Vanilla, Porcelain, and Ashwood, each a distinctive and beautiful ground for folk embroidery. Stitching all three side by side is the best way to find your favorite!

What you'll make: A set of three bookmarks

What's in your kit:

  • One 4 x 10" piece of 30ct European linen in Vanilla
  • One 4 x 10" piece of 30ct European linen in Porcelain
  • One 4 x 10" piece of 30ct European linen in Ashwood
  • DMC 6-strand embroidery floss
  • John James size 24 cross stitch needle
  • Full color chart and instructions

Stitches used: Cross stitch, backstitch Skill level: beginner Stitch count: 2,943 cross stitches, 206 backstitches total (18-21 x 105 stitch area per bookmark)

View full details

Historically-inspired, modern-made!

Avlea Folk Embroidery brings ancient beauty to the modern world with beautiful folk embroidery kits of the finest quality. I design and make each kit by hand in my Central Oregon studio, to give you a wonderful stitching experience no matter your skill level.

Why is folk fabric so special?

Folk fabrics have been used for hundreds of years to make folk costumes and household embroideries. When you work a cross stitch design on them, they give your stitching a beautiful texture and are a delight to stitch on, plus they're made to stand up to daily use. I source mine from a 3rd-generation family mill in Athens, Greece so you can have an authentic stitching experience.

What if I'm new to cross stitch?

One of the wonderful things about cross stitch folk embroidery is that you can learn how to do it in a couple of hours and enjoy it for a lifetime! If you're new, watch my How To Cross Stitch video to get started on your folk embroidery journey.

How to videos

So, you've been stitching a while now?

I can't wait to share traditional folk embroidery with you! The intricate designs, the unique color palettes, the wonderful texture of folk fabrics will provide you with stitching joy. I suggest browsing my Runners & Squares sections as they have the most intricate designs to appeal to an experienced stitcher and every design is available as a kit or a PDF pattern.

Cross stitch runners & squares