From the genealogical information supplied by the owner of this sampler, it is assumed that it was made in Connecticut, although stylistically it is difficult to determine its exact origin, apart from New England.

A four-sided border of cross and queen-stitched strawberries surrounds a rather chaotic inner register mixing alphabets, spot motifs, and a house with a cloud bank, sun/moon and stars in it. Some beading was used which was on the original sampler. Turquoise glass beads are supplied with the kit.

Origin and date: New England, 1832

Linen count/finished size: 25 count, 16-3/4"x15-3/4". Kit contains fabric, silk or cotton thread, needle and instructions.

Stitches: Cross, four-sided, eyelet, rice, queen, herringbone, back, chain, lazy daisy, beading

Source: Private collection