Want to be a part of English History? 

Shining Needle Society is taking registration for my beautiful Esther Caton Advice Sampler Reproduction.  Stitches include cross stitch over two, chain, and Algerian eyelet.  Contact Kate Guant to sign up for this sampler being offered for the first time (kgaunt@aol.com).  Hope to see you in class.
Robin

Thanks!

Thanks to all  you lovely ladies at the Crafty Ewe Retreat.  I had so much fun!  A big thank you to Carol and Jodi too!

Robin

Crafty Ewe Weekend - Sept. 7, 2012

Looking forward to the Crafty Ewe Weekend.  I just enjoy getting together with stitchers!

Robin
  

Finished Samplers

Judy was kind enough to send me pictures of her two finished samplers from classes she took from me.  They are beautiful!

My Favorite Scottish Sampler:

Amelia Gilbert:

Ann Saunders - 1833

Check out this new samper release. 

This colorful William, IV sampler dated 1833 religious sampler was wrought by Ann Saunders.  The design size is 178 (w) x 288 (h).  Stitched on Lakeside Linens Fabric and Needlepoint Inc. silks are used.  Mainly cross stitch over two ground linen threads with a word over 1 ground linen and two small accent flowers in chain and satin stitch.  Contact your LNS to get a copy.

Thanks,
Robin

     

Hi,

Please see the newest issue of Sampler and Antique Needlework.  Mary Hargrave is on the cover.  Hope you enjoy stitching it.
Robin

Martha (sister to Ann) is in the September issue of Cross Stitch and Needlework Magazine.