Using a needle and thread was considered a necessary skill for girls in the 1800's. Using a needle and thread was considered a necessary household skill for girls and women in the 1800s. Samplers were ...

Before Dan Campanelli passed away, he and his wife, Marty, worked on an article for American Ancestors, a quarterly magazine put out by the New England Historic Genealogical Society ...

On nearly every wall in JoAnn Myers' home hangs at least one sampler featuring the alphabet, animals, flowers and decorative borders. Myers created most of the samplers, often using a magnifying glass ...

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. This sampler was owned by the family ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Kase Wickman After additional testing, we’ve added a charming half-stitch ...

One of the best places to find vintage items to add to your home decor that really have that cozy cottage vibe is the thrift store. Vintage embroidery samplers are one of the most unique and rewarding ...

Elizabeth Fishel shares how she became interested in embroidery.