Ruth's sampler - CBE 59 Countryside At the time of the

At the time of the 1851 census

Due to thread lass and counting mistakes made by the original stitcher

It measures 265mm wide by 315mm high

this is not a completely true reproduction but is a close copy

Her father was a ship owner

Ruth's sampler - CBE 59 Countryside At the time of theThe chart measures 136 stitches wide by 150 stitches high. The pattern is stitched in cross stitch, 4 sided stitch, a small amount of back stitch, and a couple of french knots. It is suitable for linen and aida. This traditional sampler of an alphabet , numbers and decorative motifs is stitched in wool on cotton fabric. It measures 230mm wide by 280mm high. Ruths surname is unclear, but looks to be Hall, so it has been charted this way. Ruth stitched