This is an exceptional piece by designer Barbara Ana that quite sums up the work she has done over the last few years. Designed in the manner of an antique late18th century sampler it features a beautiful little ode by Samuel Wesley as a centerpiece:
"No glory I covet,
no riches I want
Ambition is nothing to me
the one thing I beg from Kind Heaven to grant
Is a mind independent and free"
Surrounding the poem are the two "snooty parrots" each perched on a tree. The sampler features many interesting motifs including trees of life, Adam & Eve, and an exquisite countryside scene with several characters and animals.
The initials are those of family members and are randomly distributed around the pattern. An alphabet is provided for personalization.
The piece was cross stitched on 40ct linen fabric, over 2 threads for the most part, although in several small areas such as the little frame for signing the work, tent stitch is used over a single thread.
Threads are from the Gentle Art range, in beautiful slightly faded colours.
The Snooty Parrot Sampler was stitched on 40 count Vintage Examples from Lakeside Linens using one strand of Gentle Art over two threads of linen.
Stitch count is 248w x 329h.
Threads Used
Gentle Art Simply Shaker - Onyx, Bayberry, Apple Cider, Baby Spinach, Rhubarb
Gentle Art Sampler Threads - Sea Spray, Cranberry, Grecian Gold, Dark Chocolate, Oatmeal
DMC Alternatives- 310, 501, 503, 610, 816, 832, 838, 3346, 3712, 3865