Ruth Boterworth- 1766
Ruth's fabulous sampler is of British origin and features some lovely motifs which make it suitable as a Christmas sampler. There is a scene with Joseph, Mary and baby Jesus and what might be a Christmas tree. There are wonderful birds and flowers. Stitches used are cross, stem, satin, tent, Cross over one, French knots, algerian eye, four sided, eyelet over two threads and free hand embroidery.
You will receive the linen, silks, metallic thread, chart and a line drawing.
Size: 16" x 21" (41cm x 53cm)
Thread Count: 40 count (16 thr. per cm) linen
Colour:
Recommended Level: Intermediate
Cost: $39.00
Categories: Last Year, 18th Century English, This Year
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All prices are in US Dollars.