Sampler was stitched at R.S.N. and is a design used in the training school between 1900 and 1935. Letter from RSN principal Mrs Elizabeth Elvin, dated 7/2/1994 is attached to back of frame.Royal School of Needlework sampler of goldwork techniques, including couching, or nue, padded work, silk embroidery and cordwork. Some work is incomplete so padding and design can be seen. 9 motifs include fleur de lys flower, colour in greeens, cream, gold on natural linen ground. Dark wooden frame.Letter on the reverse embroidery, goldwork, couching, or nue, silk, royal school, sampler

Sampler designed by 4 Guild members to celebrate the Guild's 50th Anniversary, Rosemany Tonkin, Jan Green (member), Margaret Freeman and Susan Davies.Sampler on cream evenweave linen stitched with green, blue and peach variegated stranded cotton and metallic thread. Sampler was designed by Guild members for the 50th anniversary of The Embroiderers Guild Victoria. Framed green/gold.The Embroiderers Guild Victoria Fiftieth Anniversary 1960-2010embroidery, sampler, australia

Artist, Joan Lander, worked at the Royal School, London.Teaching sampler of the Royal School. Crewel work on linen canvas. Location: C7 Top Shelf 97Joan Lander 1963embroidery, panel, canvas work, samplers, 1940-60, england

Worked in Needlework Class - 1960s at Technical College Sampler was made by students to help understand how thread, fabric and needlework work together to create a pattern and texture.Blue cotton sampler embroidered with various embroidery stitches, ends bound with bias binding. Includes cream insert with needles. embroidery, needlework

McNamara collection - sampler of drawn thread work. - various patterns.- Sampler of drawn thread work. - Cotton, machine edged.Nilsampler, drawn thresd

Pam Breukhoven, member EGVAntique borders in beads stitched on linen with coloured Mill Hill beads and DMC threads. Pattern included with sampler.sampler

One of a number of samplers embroidered by the donor's aunt, while she was studying at the Royal School of Needlework. She taught and judged embroidery throughout England.Cream sampler with counted thread work, probably in stranded cotton or fine linen (52 threads to the inch). The sampler is divided into rectangles and each rectangle has a different counted thread pattern. It is mounted on board.embroidery, samplers, 1940-60, england, white work

Purchased by the Guild 1/6/1967 from an Exhibition in N.S.W. From the 1962 Group, The Embroiderers Guild London who sent out several pieces to be shown.Framed embroidery with three sections showing design process exploring sunflower theme 1.Pencil sketched head of sunflower 2. Muslin over a yellow background with machine and hand stitchery in white 3. Bright yellow slub silk with yellow/orange threads, yellow and orange bugle beads. sampler, 1940-60, england, creative embroidery, sunflower, flower

Small sampler with alphabet letter and name of embroider.Victorian Sampler 1874 Ellen Ripper age 12handcrafts, embroidery

Sampler given to donor from her pen friend Sven Sandbe Hohogsgaten in Sweden in 1991.Red cross stitch sampler, Groningen Netherlands. Off white even weave linen with alphabets and numbers. Woven red borders (2 rows) and one row of reverse herringbone on 2 sides.A. Simonides. Gronigen. 1918embroidery, cross stitch, sampler

One of a number of samplers (see 1206, 1207, 1208) embroidered by the donor's aunt, Miss Elizabeth Lewis while studying at the Royal School of Needlework. She taught and judged embroidery all over England.This is a typical Royal School of Needlework Jacobean Crewel Sampler showing different stitches and techniques in shades of pink, gold, yellow, green and blue/green crewel wool on linen twill.embroidery, samplers, 1940-60, england, crewel work

This woolen sampler was of the type created by learners practicing their stitches, in this case Phoebe Lowell, a schoolgirl who made this in 1918 at St Michael's, St Kilda where she won the Form V Needlework Prize in that year. It was purchased in the late 1990s by the donor who later moved to Emerald but, at the time, had a 2nd hand decoration shop in Camberwell when she purchased this as part of a group of garments which included bloomers, lace collars and cuffs, camisoles etc - all of which have been donated to the Museum. The donor was advised at the time of her purchase that the garments were over 100 years old although that would not have been the case for this sampler.This sampler is a reminder of the tuition which schoolgirls routinely received in sewing and embroidery as these were considered essential skills for a future housewife.Piece of cream-colored woolen fabric hemmed with herringbone stitching. A circle and a square have been cut out and a larger circle and square have been sewn with herringbone stitches as a backing.On small cardboard piece sewn to sampler: 'Phoebe Lewell / Form 5 R / Age 16'female, lynne findlay collection, sampler, phoebe lowell, 1918, st michael's

The Hamilton-Smith collection was donated by the children of Grace Mary Hamilton-Smith nee Ellwood (1911-2004) and John Hamilton-Smith (1909-1984) who settled in Wodonga in the 1940s. The Ellwood family had lived in north-east Victoria since the late 1800s. Grace’s mother, Rosina Ellwood nee Smale, was the first teacher at Baranduda in 1888, and a foundation member of the C.W.A. Rosina and her husband Mark retired to Wodonga in 1934. Grace and John married at St. David’s Church, Albury in 1941. John was a grazier, and actively involved in Agricultural Societies. The collection contains significant items which reflect the local history of Wodonga, including handmade needlework, books, photographs, a wedding dress, maps, and material relating to the world wars. This quilt sampler was made before 1900 by Rosina Ellwood. Crazy quilts were fashionable in the late Victorian era. The rise of the trend is attributed to the display of Japanese art and ceramics at the 1876 Philadelphia Centennial Exposition (U.S.A.) that featured asymmetrical designs. Inspired, quilters began sewing pieces of fabric of different sizes and textures together into abstract, asymmetrical patterns. The craze spread from America around the world. Embroidery, ribbon and silk embellishments, and hand stitched applique birds and flowers were popular additions. One magazine estimated that a detailed crazy quilt could take over 1,500 hours to complete. Crazy quilts remained in fashion in metropolitan cities until about 1910, though the style endured for longer in rural areas. This item is unique, handmade and has a known owner. It forms part of a significant and representative historical collection which reflects the local history of Wodonga. It contributes to our understanding of domestic and family life in early twentieth century Wodonga, as well as providing interpretative capacity for themes including local history, social history and women’s history.A colourful patchwork quilt sampler using mixed fabric types including velvet, cotton, brocade and satin, backed on cardboard.hamilton-smith collection, hamilton-smith, stiching, needlework, sewing, handmade, domestic, quilt, quilts, crazy quilt, crazy quilts, women's history

Sampler worked by Mary Ann Sebire at age 11. Eldest child of Henry and Martha Sebire.Embroidered Sampler with letters of the Alphabet and words. Cream mount in a wooden frame.textile samplers

This is a Victorian mourning sampler.This handwork is an example of the needlework skills of women in early settler families.Sampler of needlework with "sweet rest in heaven" . Simple geometric design and flowers. Gold and green carved ornate frame with nails.handcraft needlework hobbies

Framed sampler stitched by Grace Robertson. Alphabets and initials in various stitches and colours. c 182?Stitched: Grace Robertson Helensburghsampler, alphabet

Brought to Australia by ancestors of donor, Captain David H Warington. Donor unsure who stitched the sampler. Maternal grandfather was German and maternal grandmother was born in Australia (lived near Rapid Bay, South Australia)Berlin work sampler with alphabet, numbers, a parrot, squirrel, person, two fruit trees and a crown.alphabet, numbers, squirrel, parrot, fruit trees

This sampler booklet was made by Rose Plummer. She was born in Albury in 1886. During late 19th and early 20th centuries, women and girls made handicraft samplers as essential educational tools to learn and display needlework skills and record patterns. These embroidered pieces served as both a "textile Curriculum Vitae" for working-class girls and a public declaration of accomplishment and diligence for girls of all backgrounds. Simple samplers were a standard part of a girl's education and often simply recorded the alphabet, numbers, and more advanced stitches through a process of repetition and imitation. The samplers were also a way to record and share decorative patterns and stitches. They demonstrated a young girl's proficiency in needlework and sewing, essential skills for household linen and mending. For working-class girls, samplers acted as a practical "textile Curriculum Vitae," showcasing their sewing abilities to potential employers for domestic service or related employment. This book was donated to the Wodonga & District Historical Society by Nancy Beasley, daughter of Rose Plummer.A book filled with samples of embroidery and crochet work.embroidery skills, women's craft

This piece is a sampler for a major work "Frog in a whirlpool". Annemieke Mein OAM - designer/maker. Completed June 1994.Small framed panel, depicting a frog in a whirlpool. Hand painted silk organza - 'Dual Everfast Fabric Paint' diluted to watercolour consistency with reducer and water. Machine embroidery including free sewing. Underlying fabric a) fluoro organza and synthetic Lurex fibres under the frog's jaw, right arm and leg. b) cotton canvas backing behind painted silk organza. Quilting and padding with dacron filler behind the throat and body of the frog. Shades of blue and green. Blue grey wooden frame and mount.AM (bottom right - design maker's signature)machine embroidery, creative embroidery, panel, 1980-2000, australia

English sampler worked by Sarah Tatlock. Possibly Sarah Ann Tatlock born 7 June 1794, Baptised 27 July 1794 at St Leonards, Shoreditch, London. Parents James and Martha Tatlock.Sampler worked by child depicting alphabet, numerals 1-13 with simple geometric bands, trees and flowers. Worked in green and brown silk.Sarah Tatlock 1800alphabets, numerals, flowers, trees

Eileen Hall stitched this sampler in a class given by Winifred Clayton, who was the first teacher to come to the Guild from England. Threads saving technique employed, apparently a Danish king decreed that due to scarcity of thread that embroidery should be worked this way.Sampler shows a variety of stitches, satin, chain, stem, couching, etc., using a technique to save thread. Colours are pinks, light and dark, greens and yellows. A double sided mounting allows the back of work to be seen. This sampler was stitched to save thread. Threads have not been carried across the back of the work.1964embroidery, surface stitchery, 1960-80, australia

Brought to Australia by ancestors of donor, Captain David H Warington. Donor unsure who stitched the sampler. Maternal grandfather was German and maternal grandmother was born in Australia (lived near Rapid Bay, South Australia)Cross stitch sampler, cotton thread on linen. Inscription with house, trees and 2 crowns, one with initial K and the other with initial B (?)Lord of the lower world, Frail man was made, the creatures all to him. Their homage paid but when for sin Fod did him once condemn, He is neither master of himself or them. The path of virtue is the path of peacehouse, crown, tree

One of a number of samplers (see 1206, 1207, 1205) embroidered by the donor's aunt, whilst studying at the Royal School of Needlework. She taught and judged embroidery throughout England.Square linen mat with drawn thread borders and a floral spray with drawn thread designs in the centre.embroidery, samplers, 1940-60, pulled thread, drawn thread, england

Sampler worked by Jane Sutherland in 1852 in Scotland, just prior to her migration to Australia in 1855. The sampler house not believed to belong to the family. Family history in Collection archives. The first lines quoted are the opening stanza of a metrical psalm written by Isaac Watts (1674–1748), a prolific English hymnwriter. It is his adaptation of Psalm 1 (The Difference between the Righteous and the Wicked).Sampler worked by Jane Sutherland in 1852. Piece embroidered in wool on linen in a variety of colours and in cross stitch. Design has trees and plants and a large house. Also has eyelets and satin stitch. Some stitches redone by donor's sister."Happy the man whose cautious feet, shun the broad way that sinners go, Who hates the place where atheists meet and fears to talk as scoffers do" Thess. 5 Chap 16 to 17 verses "Rejoice ever more, Pray without ceasing" Romans 8 Chap 31 verse "If God be for us, who can be against us" Jane Sutherland worked this sampler 1852 embroidery, sampler, scotland

Published by Semco Art Needlework Pty.Ltd> Semco Park Cheltenham Road Black Rock S.9. Farrow Falcon Press Pty. Ltd. 226 Lonsdale Place, Melbourne. For Girls learning embroidery- home/schoolSemco Embroidery Text Book. White outline around Black cover. Large red circle with girl siting in front doing embroidery wearing Victorian style short puffed sleeved dress polka dot pattern and pantaloons red stockings and lace up ballerina style shoes1st Edition Semco Embroidery Text Book 3D Free sampler transfer inside. Booklet contains illustrations and instructions for each stich. Pages 2 and 3 have pencil squiggles across the top.: Stem stitch, Snail Trail, Back Stitch, Lazy Daisy Stitch, Thousand Flower Stitch, Buttonhole Stitch, Long and short buttonhole stitch, Chain Stitch Seed Stitch, Arrow stitch, Feather Stitch, Herringbone Stitch, Cross Stitch, French Knots, Lattice Stitch. Illustrations of designs with stiches referred to on previous pages. stawell

It is assumed to be made by Jane Flatt in 1847, On receipt came as a framed sampler.Framed rectangular sampler. Natural linen with shades of brown, green and blue cross stitch and fine hem-stitched edge.Jane Flatt Aged 13 Year February 10, 1847embroidery, sampler, cross stitch, mid 19th century

Sampler worked by Beverly Anne in 1988'Contentment is not the fulfilment of what you want but the realization of how much you already have. 1988handcrafts, embroidery

From Estate of Jenny LangSewing sampler. Beige background with blue and red embroidery with different stitches.handcrafts, embroidery