Hobby House Needleworks is offering a new series based on The Mary Allcorn 1764 Sampler. The Sampler Drum is the first of several smalls that will be released by Hobby House as kits, culminating in the release of the full reproduction sampler later this year!
I decided I wanted to order this one especially since they offered an aida option (16ct Thornfiled from Needle & Flax. Linen is just too difficult for me to see to stitch on. The floss in the kit is Weeks Dye Works and Classic Colorworks. After a wait until the supplies, we received and shipping started, the kit arrived in my mailbox.
It was beautifully packaged, and the fabric and floss are just lovely. And yes, it is still available with a variety of fabric counts and floss.
Started Stitching: July 29, 2023
And here it is the middle of April 2024 and the sides of the drum are finally finished. I really love this fabric.
Now to stitch the top of the drum so I can assemble it.
I thought about changing the initials on the top to my own and the numbers to the current year but decided to just stitch it as charted. Now to assemble the stitched pieces into a drum.
She’s a BIG GIRL, measuring 16 1/2″ around and heavy. I used poly beads on the bottom, then crushed walnut shells and some fiber fill at the top.
What a beautiful drum project, Pat! I look forward to seeing your progress on it. I like that they offer fabric options. Smart decision on their part! Happy Sunday!