Practice Sewing Sampler
Date19th Century
Object NameSampler
Mediumcotton ground, silk thread and silk trim
ClassificationsTextiles
DimensionsOverall (Unframed and Unmounted Height x Width): 232 × 170mm
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS002248
About MeThis sampler shows some of the skills a girl was expected to master before leaving school. There are examples of various stitches including eyelets and there is a buttonhole in the centre.
16-May-1859
19th century
Possibly 1820s - 1830s
