Anne Thomas 1854 by Hands Across The Sea 46CT and Higher Count Stork Scissors 90mm

Stork Scissors 90mm

Included in this counted thread embroider is  Cross stitch

You'll get a glimpse into her creative process

Without the lettering

monograms and borders

Anne Thomas 1854 by Hands Across The Sea 46CT and Higher Count Stork Scissors 90mmWhilst acquired by Nicola at an auction in Wales, the sampler was destined for Sandra who has a life long love of birds and flowers. Anne finished her sampler in 1854 when she was fifteen years old. Executed in thirty seven delicious colours, the scene she diligently stitched is contained within four sumptuous garlands laden with flowers which include Bourbon roses, auriculas, irises, campions and ragged robins. An inquisitive pigeon, head cocked,