Hannah Cummins stitched her sampler in Stockton, England in 1828 when she was 9 years old. A photo of the antique sampler is included in the package. "My thoughts before they are my own are to my God distinctly known. He knows the words I mean to speak ere from opning lips they break.
Ada Mary Hornsey of Wellingborough, England stitched her sampler at age 10. "My father, my mother I know I cannot your kindness repay, but I hope that, as older I grow, I shall learn your commands to obey."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 40 Ct Light Sand linen with Needlepoint Inc Silks. Stitch Count: 184W x 238H. Finished Size: 9 1/8" x 12".
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Summer Khaki linen with Soie d'Alger silks and silk chenille. Stitch Count: 204W x 278H. Finished size: 12 3/4" x 17 3/8" Stitches used: cross stitch, satin stitch, queen stitch, double running stitch, outline stitch, chain stitch, and stitching over one. Stitch diagrams are included.
"Count the day lost whose low descending sun views from thy hand no worthy act done."
The model was stitched over 2 threads on 32 Ct. Black linen with silks from Gloriana and The Thread Gatherer. Stitch Count: 251W x 111H. Finished size: 15.6" x 7".
Package contains patterns for both a multicolor and one color version of the design. The models were stitched on 32 Ct. Light Examplar by Lakeside Linens with DMC, Gentle Arts and Olde Willow Stitchery threads (not listed). Stitch Count: 222W x 139H. Finished size: 13.8" x 8.6".
"A box for needlework - My needle does my heart engage."
Note from the designer - This little box which measures nearly four inches is the perfect size for holding your needlework tools. Place it on a table next to you when stitching or pack it up to take to your favorite stitching... Read more
This small design is inspired by Rebecca's Price sampler which is available separately. The project can be framed, made into a pillow, or attached to a bobbin/spool. Three slightly different designs are included to fit a variety of bobbin sizes as well as detailed assembly instructions.