Eliza 1877 Sampler Pattern Printed Version

Eliza's original delightful sampler was 9 x 3 inches stitched on uneven weave linen. She came up with some fancy design choices with just a couple of different types of stitches. Eliza used backstitches in the most unusual way.  She also used the cross stitches to create a "pattern" by alternately changing the direction of her top cross in the light-colored border. I included close-up pictures for you. It is a one-of-a-kind antique piece and it is beautiful as it is. Since this will be a new addition, I adjusted some of the stitches to fit current designs. We can leave all the quirkiness in honor of sweet Eliza who made it unique.

Design Area:  187 stitches wide by 53 stitches high.

This pattern is designed to be stitched on linen. Eliza used two strands of silk.

The chart consists of a color image of the finished design, instructions, and a list of floss colors; A color & black and white symbol chart spread over several A4 sheets for printing.

Thank you and happy stitching!
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