This flame stitched, single pocketbook, found in Newburyport, Massachusetts, was originally worked in simple Irish stitch, in still-brilliant rainbow hues.

Origin and date: American 18th century
Linen count and finished size: 35-count same as the original: 5-3/8"x3-1/2" folded, and 5-3/8"x 9-7/8" flat, 10-5/8"x4-1/8" when flat
Stitches: only cross and Irish stitches used

Sourced from the Old Sturbridge Village Collection

Kit contains fabric, cotton or silk thread, needle and instructions.