So many things inspired the Ladies Garden Journal series, from my Grandmother's flower gardens to early 20th century periodicals, but I have always had a soft spot for Edwardian gardening journals. Every time I would see one, I would think, "How can I turn that into cross stitch?" Here is your answer! So, take a stitching walk with me through a whimsical garden and meet the flowers that live there.

First on our list is Sweet William, one of three "Gentle-blooms."

Ask your favorite needlework shop about the Ladies Garden Journal Finishing Kit, so you can turn your needle-sketches into your own gardening journal.

Stitch Count:
Sampler: 89 x 89
Stitched on 32 ct. Gray linen from Weeks Dye Works.

Floss from Classic Colorworks