Nantucket Sampler....

I had a good stitchy weekend and finished

up another Crazy Challenge piece.

Elizabeth's Garden "Nantucket Sampler"

stitched on 40ct khaki linen

w/DMC

This turned out to be a great little sampler

to stitch.   The finished size is only 6" x 3"

but this little sampler packs alot in it.   Although

I used DMC, the subtle thread changes in some

areas almost gives it an overdyed look.  I did give

my finish a little coffee soak to help tone

down the ecru border just a bit.

I love this little scene with the red house and

ship.  The bird and peacock are a little on the

large side but seem to make the sampler complete.

This design has been languishing in my basket

for many years and I am very happy it is stitched.

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With summer fast approaching, I hope to sneak

in a few little Americana smalls.   As always....

thanks for visiting and happy stitching!