Monday, January 13, 2020

Information about Elizabeth Savilles 1841 Sampler


Elizabeth Savilles was stitched on 32 count Vintage Meadow Rue by Lakeside Linens.  Alternate linens Prim Grey, Americana Froth, and Aged Saffron.  Design size 17.81" x 15.06" stitch size 285 x 241.  The original used Olde Willow Stitchery threads-here is the conversion for the colors.


Weeping Willow = Butter Bean Weeks Dye Works
Quaker Colors Bucks County Red = Rhubarb The Gentle Art
Quaker Colors Philadelphia Red = Raspberry Parfait The Gentle Art
Quaker Colors Emblem of Innocence Rose = Porcelain The Gentle Art
Quaker Colors Quaker Swan = Picket Fence The Gentle Art
Quaker Colors Providence Brown = Onyx Weeks Dye Works

This is a wonderful reproduction sampler-soft and muted colors.


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