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The primary style of cross stitch wedding patterns is the sampler. These popular patterns come with instructions to complete every letter of the alphabet as well as the numerals 0-9. This allows the sampler to be personalized for the individual couple with their names and wedding date. Most sampler patterns will have an elaborate border and the larger patterns often contain Scripture or a romantic quote or poem within the design. People of all religions get married but if you are not Christian it might take a little more searching to find suitable cross stitch patterns to include in your sampler. Different cultures have different traditions, which may be worth researching, if the couple tying the knot are of a different denomination to you. For example two glasses of wine are used during the Jewish wedding ceremony and these could be depicted in the stitched piece. Dimensions offers over 20 different cross stitch wedding patterns, most sold as kits complete with the mat, instructions, and thread. Many are samplers, and the instructions include complete alphabets, while some are complex, photo-realistic pictures. Other companies that produce marriage themed kits or patterns are Bucilla and Janlynn. Some of Bucilla's patterns and kits are cross branded with Mary Engelbreit. There are two books by Leisure Arts that have wedding patterns to cross stitch. Each only has one or two wedding patterns mixed in with several other types of patterns. They are "The Best of Paula Vaughan" with a pattern titled Wedding Ring Bouquet and "The Best of Teresa Wentzler: Sampler Collection". McCall's published a book with several wedding samplers called "Better Homes & Garden's Country Cross Stitch". In addition to gifts, there are many items that are used in the actual wedding ceremony that can be stitched. Some people embroider their wedding dress; a handkerchief for the bride to carry offers a personalized touch; and the ring bearer's pillow can be cross stitched with the bride and groom's initials or other personal information. So whether you choose a sampler, a pillow for the ring bearer, a picture frame or any one of a number of other items, cross stitch wedding patterns are a wonderful piece of artwork that allows you to give a unique wedding gift that will always provide a reflective memory for the bride and groom. Article Source: http://www.articlewheel.com
Julia Wigham is an experienced writer and co-founder of Patterns Patch cross stitch forums. An online cross stitch community whose subscribers get free: patterns, articles and tutorials. Visit our colorful => cross stitch blogs today!
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