Samplers: From the Victoria & Albert Museum

by Clare Browne, Jennifer Wearden, Christine Smith (Photographer)

Embroidered samplers from the Museum's fine collection are used in this lavishly illustrated volume to provide a historical survey of this popular needlework art and a practical guide to the different type of stitches.

Genres: Nonfiction, Reference

144 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1999

Reviews

[Ann · Rating 4 out of 5]

Excellent review of sampler history in only 5 pages
Excellent photos
Excellent illustrated glossary of stitches