Ann Grimshaw 1818 Cross Stitch Pattern by Scarlet Letter

Ann Grimshaw 1818 Cross Stitch Pattern by Scarlet Letter. An Ackworth Quaker School sampler from the collection of the Philadelphia Museum of Art Samplermaking styles (encompassing motifs, color palette, design placement) usually evolved from cultural, nationalistic roots. The Quaker designs are reflective of the Quaker theology, extolling the virtues of plainness, of standing apart from the sphere of influence of the outside world, and of peace and serenity (as symbolized by the popular sampler motifs of floating swans, wreaths, floral sprigs, and paired doves.) Ann Grimshaw stitched this sampler on a plain weave woolen ground, using only black silk floss, in cross and eyelet stitches. Historical background on Ann and the Grimshaw family is provided in the kit.

• Linen: 35 count 
• Size: 330 x 417
• Stitches: cross and eyelet