We have selected a large bonus project and several other projects in different sizes and styles of samplers for our annual challenge pieces. The goal is to offer something for everyone. Finish one of these projects by the September 2019 meeting and you will receive a gift! Additionally, since Vickie LoPiccolo Jennett of NeedleworkPress will be our Seminar teacher this year, we have selected three of her samplers as extra inspiration to get everyone ready for the Seminar. If you complete one of the three pieces before the April Seminar, you will receive a gift at the Seminar.
Larger Samplers:
“Merrily, Merrily We Welcome Spring” Blackbird Designs
This sampler was only available if you attended the retreat and purchased the chart. The model is stitched on Picture this Plus 36 count Oaken using Weeks Dye Works threads. The stitch count is 273w x 275h.
Jannet Speirs 1813” NeedleworkPress
Model is stitched on 36ct hand-dyed Toasted Almond Linen from Fabrics by Stephanie. It uses Classic Colorworks Belle Soie silk thread in Old Crow, Tortoise Shell, Her Crowne, Indigo, Sister Scarlet, Malted Milk, Vanilla Pudding, Eiffel Tower, and Evergreen. The stitch count is 142w x 286h.
“Esther Iddison 1832” Chessie and Me
Gentle Art Sampler threads, in wool or cotton are used on this sampler: Apple Cider, Barn Grey, Black Licorice, Brandy, Buckeye Scarlet, Cidermill Brown, Cinnamon, Copper, Cranberry, Forest Glade, Honeydew, Lambswool, Mulberry, Portabella, Roasted Marshmallow on Lakeside Vintage Examplar. The stitch count is 239w x 280h.
Medium-sized Sampler:
“In Friendship” Plum Street Samplers
This sampler was a class piece for a Retreat and will be released in October. It is stitched on 36 count R&R Reproductions Patriot’s Brew using Weeks Dye Works threads: Roasted Figs, Oscar, Chrysanthemum, Sanguine, Sandcastle, Seagull, Parchment, Olive, Cayenne, Cadet, Hazelnut, Grapevine, Driftwood, Onyx. The stitch count is 158w x 158h.
“Catharine Isabella Suliss” Needlework Press
Needlework Press tells us: "Born five days before Christmas in 1827, Catharine was 11 years old when she stitched her vibrant sampler. She died in Hillsburgh only eight years after finishing her needlework." The verse reads: "Good humor is the greatest charm that children can possess. It makes them happy and what’s more, it gives them power to bless." The model was stitched on 32 count hand dyed Straw linen from Weeks Dye Works with Weeks Dye Works threads in Bullfrog, Pea Coat, Liberty, Sweet Potato, Jay Bird, Curry, Cocoa, Havana, Skinny Dip, Begonia, Kudzu (2), and Loden. The stitch count is 165 x 345.
“Lucy K. Moore” NeedleworkPress
There are two versions of this sampler, one in Gentle Arts cotton, the other in Gentle Arts wool with a few Needlepoint Silks to replicate the antique. The first option of stitching this sampler with wool and silk gives the sampler more depth and dimension. Stitching the sampler with hand dyed cotton floss gives the sampler a similar but more muted look. The chart includes extensive history about Lucy, her family and her teacher. The model was stitched on 30 count hand-dyed Straw linen from Weeks Dye Works. The stitch count is 345w x 110h.
Smaller Samplers:
“Isabella Johnstone” NeedleworkPress
Isabella’s sampler tells us she is from Longtown, a town in Cumbria, England - an area long known for its sheep markets. So why she included this delightful cow front and center of her sampler will remain a mystery. This sampler uses Vintage Light Examplar and Belle Soie threads. The stitch count is 154w x 219h.
“Betsey Snyder 1822” With Thy Needle and Thread
This Sampler is stitched on 36 ct. American Chestnut by R&R Reproductions Weeks Dye Works: Taupe, Putty and Classic Colorworks: Blue Corn, Tartan Plaid, Ye Old Gold, Wilderness) & DMC 610. The stitch count is 186w x 142h.
“Anna Grater 1812” The Scarlett House
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 ct. Tin Roof linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads: Woodrose, Endive, Pecan Pie, Oatmeal, Country Redwood, Tin Bucket, Black Licorice. Stitch Count: 149w x 161h.
“Anna Grater 1812” The Scarlett House
Model stitched over 2 threads on 36 ct. Tin Roof linen with Gentle Art Sampler threads: Woodrose, Endive, Pecan Pie, Oatmeal, Country Redwood, Tin Bucket, Black Licorice. Stitch Count: 149w x 161h.
Bonus Sampler:
“Hannah Sanderson 1849” Dutch Treat Designs
One Sampler, two versions. The chart contains a DMC color key for a lighter version on cream linen and a DMC color key for a darker, more antique version of the sampler. The stitch ount is 275w x 364h.
Katrina will be doing an overdyed thread conversion. Let Katrina know if you want her conversion, katrinad64@gmail.com.
There is a special gift for finishing this piece!!!!!!
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