Stitch count 237w x 242h. Model stitched on two on 40 count WDW Zweigart Parchment. Original 18 inches x 19 inches with wool threads over two on 28 count linen.
This vibrant red, green and gold sampler hails from Wales! Rich in history as is its country of origin, Sarah stitched the medieval St. Cybi's Church and a scripture verse from Proverbs Worthy Woman on her sampler. She herself was not idle and we can now replicate the fruit of her hands. Full provenance and photos included.
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The model was stitched over 2 threads on 36 Ct. Summer Khaki linen with Soie d'Alger silks (DMC conversions are provided). Stitch Count: 178W x 274H. Finished size: 9 7/8" x 15 1/8" Stitches used: cross stitch, satin stitch, algerian eye stitch, straight stitch, tent stitch, and cross stitch over one thread. Stitch diagrams are included.
Several girls named Sarah Welch appear in the historical records born in the year1756, in Devon and Berkshire, England, and so without more information it is hard to say which Sarah stitched this sampler at the age of eight in 1764. History does chronicle what was happening in England at that time:... Read more
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