{"product_id":"rsn-embroidery-studio-1783-quaker-sampler-counted-cross-stitch-embroidery-kit","title":"RSN Studio: 1783 Quaker Sampler, Counted Cross Stitch Embroidery Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note this is a pre-order due in mid-November 2026, stock is limited so we ad use you order to avoid disappointment.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003estock will be limited 15 DECADES OF EMBROIDERY 1783\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe RSN Embroidery Studio has produced a series of 15 kits - one for each of the 15 decades since the founding of the Royal School of Needlework. The kit designs are taken from our archives and have been developed in a range of techniques and levels for embroiderers to enjoy and learn.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message x_skipProofing\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"x1ll2q23 x1a4oops x132q4wb\"\u003e 1783 Quaker Sampler, Counted Cross Stitch Embroidery Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStitch a piece of history, inspired by an 18th-century treasure.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eInspired by an exquisite sampler held in the Royal School of Needlework’s collection, this striking embroidery design celebrates the tradition of small-scale needlework practised in the 18th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eThe original sampler was stitched in 1783 by Benjamina Rickman, a young Quaker girl from Westminster, London, who attended Ackworth School in West Yorkshire between 1780 and 1785. Founded in 1779 to educate the children of poorer Quaker families, Ackworth School has a rich history, making this sampler a fascinating glimpse into the lives and needlework of its pupils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eThe inscription ‘B RICKMAN’ identifies the young embroiderer, while the date, 1783, marks the year she completed her work. Every detail offers a tangible connection to the past, preserving the skill, patience and creativity of a young girl learning her craft more than two centuries ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003eNow, inspired by this remarkable piece from the RSN’s historic collection, you can explore the beauty of traditional embroidery and recreate a design rooted in the rich heritage of British needlework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"x12ofw9d\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA timeless celebration of history, craftsmanship and the enduring art of the needle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message x_skipProofing\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSkill Level: Intermediate \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis kit contains: Even weave 28 count fabric, DMC stranded cotton, Tapestry 24 needles, Chart\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eEquipment Needed: 8-inch ring frame, dark thread for tacking, scissors \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFinal design size: 28.5 x 21.5 cm\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"x_ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message x_skipProofing\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe RSN Embroidery Studio has been at the heart of the Royal School of Needlework since it was founded in 1872. It is renowned for its exquisite hand embroidery for a range of clients including interior designers, fashion houses and private clients.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarning: Not suitable for children, kit contains sharp objects.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Royal School of Needlework","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63913794928970,"sku":"18720011890004","price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1036\/4541\/3706\/files\/IMG_0100.jpg?v=1791985621","url":"https:\/\/rsn.org.uk\/products\/rsn-embroidery-studio-1783-quaker-sampler-counted-cross-stitch-embroidery-kit","provider":"Royal School of Needlework","version":"1.0","type":"link"}