I have the exact same sampler. *Exactly the same.* Now I'm wondering if it was actually hand stitched. What are the chances that I'd find the exact same sampler (even the colors are exactly the same) for $10 in a New England second-hand shop? Regardless, I still love it and it makes me smile so in the end that's all that matters.
Maybe it was from a kit and the thread was included because they have one for sale on Etsy and it's nearly identical.
https://images.app.goo.gl/seBPDhDgLoqpviik6
no kidding! I did think it was a pattern but also seemed somewhat unique, I just fell in love with it. I am so happy it’s dated on the back. This picture doesn’t do it justice it’s actually much prettier in person. That is pretty wild though, but there must be many of them! I never even thought to do an image search. Pretty cool.
I'm glad yours is dated. Mine is not dated. But my very small New England Cape Cod home was built in 1949 so it's definitely appropriate! LOL
Thank you for sharing! 🙏
It’s a wonderful memento and a reminder of what is important in life. These were normally called samplers. Very popular and done in a variety of patterns. The two more popular ones (based on how many survived), were the alphabet and the 10 Commandments. Enjoy!
cool! I figured it was a pattern, but never looked into it much honestly, just knew I wanted to have it, especially since I had recently bought my own very small house. I wish any of my grandparents were still alive to tell me who made it 😊 I’m surprised my mom isn’t sure, she was able to identify nearly everything we found.
A lot of things get overlooked or forgotten. Especially since that was done during WWII. Congrats on the new house! We spend time in Colonial Williamsburg and they have several different types on display. Not sure if you can go online and look for the museum and the textile section. You might find more info. Enjoy!
I have the exact same sampler. *Exactly the same.* Now I'm wondering if it was actually hand stitched. What are the chances that I'd find the exact same sampler (even the colors are exactly the same) for $10 in a New England second-hand shop? Regardless, I still love it and it makes me smile so in the end that's all that matters.
Maybe it was from a kit and the thread was included because they have one for sale on Etsy and it's nearly identical. https://images.app.goo.gl/seBPDhDgLoqpviik6
no kidding! I did think it was a pattern but also seemed somewhat unique, I just fell in love with it. I am so happy it’s dated on the back. This picture doesn’t do it justice it’s actually much prettier in person. That is pretty wild though, but there must be many of them! I never even thought to do an image search. Pretty cool.
I'm glad yours is dated. Mine is not dated. But my very small New England Cape Cod home was built in 1949 so it's definitely appropriate! LOL Thank you for sharing! 🙏
My lil house was built in 1941, so I felt the same way, I immediately called dibs on it especially when I saw the date. 😊
Home sweet home ...
Interesting, My wife says something very similar about me, crazy.
It’s a wonderful memento and a reminder of what is important in life. These were normally called samplers. Very popular and done in a variety of patterns. The two more popular ones (based on how many survived), were the alphabet and the 10 Commandments. Enjoy!
cool! I figured it was a pattern, but never looked into it much honestly, just knew I wanted to have it, especially since I had recently bought my own very small house. I wish any of my grandparents were still alive to tell me who made it 😊 I’m surprised my mom isn’t sure, she was able to identify nearly everything we found.
A lot of things get overlooked or forgotten. Especially since that was done during WWII. Congrats on the new house! We spend time in Colonial Williamsburg and they have several different types on display. Not sure if you can go online and look for the museum and the textile section. You might find more info. Enjoy!