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This is a highly detailed antique reproduction cross-stitch chart created by Cross Stitch Antiques. This pattern replicates a traditional 19th-century Italian sampler, characterized by rows of alphabets, numbers, and spot Christian motifs stitched entirely in a striking monochrome red thread.

The layout reflects historical Italian school or convent samplers. It features seven sets of alphabets and numbers used by young stitchers for practice. The left flank of the text is adorned with seven distinctive Christian crosses. Four additional alphabet variations fill the lower-left quadrant to personalize the piece, though the original stitcher's identity remains anonymous. The physical chart includes specific educational insights detailing the historical meaning behind each included motif and symbol.

• Stitch Count: 292 stitches wide by 227 stitches high.
• Design Size: Approximately 12.70 inches wide x 9.87 inches high (approx. 32.3 cm x 25.1 cm) when stitched on the recommended fabric.
• Stitches Used: Standard cross stitch stitched over two threads.

Materials Recommended by the Designer

• Fabric: 46-count Light Hazelnut linen by XJude Designs.
• Primary Thread (Silk): Au Ver à Soie (Soie 100/3) in shade 523.
• Alternative Threads : DMC stranded cotton in shade 3831, or  The Gentle Art Sampler Threads in 7068 Rose Garden