The Wishing Thorn - Jane Parson 1841 Sampler Wool Pattern Stitch Count: 91 w x

Stitch Count: 91 w x 123 h

Model Fabric: 40ct Boardwalk linen by Colour & Cotton

as the black-dyed thread had disintegrated over the years

and I thank everyone who helped -- my model stitchers

only about two hours from where Jane was born in Hinsdale MA in June of 1823

The Wishing Thorn - Jane Parson 1841 Sampler Wool Pattern Stitch Count: 91 w xThe Wishing Thorn Jane Parson 1841 Sampler From Brigit: I found the Jane Parson Sampler in an antique shop in Massachusetts, only about two hours from where Jane was born in Hinsdale MA in June of 1823. Her being somewhat older (18) when she stitched this sampler explains the exactness of it. The border, the spaces between stitches, and the symmetry and composition were executed so well. Many sampler stitchers had difficulties aligning their border