Isabella Hopper 1834 - Sampler Reproduction Pattern by Cross Stitch Antiques hardanger Designed by Hannah Dale of

Designed by Hannah Dale of Wrendale Designs

keeping in mind the deteriorated state of the antique

and although this piece was model stitched for  me- I've always thought it looks like it would be so fun to stitch

Alabaster White Beads

These needle rest are made by the artisans of Irakato who make the roof tiles

Isabella Hopper 1834 - Sampler Reproduction Pattern by Cross Stitch Antiques hardanger Designed by Hannah Dale ofA typical red marking sampler, it could be of English or American origin. Isabella used red cotton threads on a loosely woven course ground linen. She personalized it with three sets of initials all ending with the letter H, most likely representing close family members. Isabella made use of every spare space to place her lovely double alphabet, numbers up to 27, eleven dividing bands, a row stitched all over one thread and a religious motto: Remember