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Samplers are a form of embroidery art originating from the 16th century.
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10 Interesting Fact About Samplers (Embroidery)
10 Interesting Fact About Samplers (Embroidery)
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Samplers are a form of embroidery art originating from the 16th century.
Initially, samplers were used as learning tools for girls to learn to sew and knit.
Samplers often contain alphabeticals, numbers, and decorative motives.
In England, samplers are often used as wedding gifts.
Samplers are also used as historical documents, because some of them record the date and name of the maker.
Samplers made in the 17th and 18th centuries often contain quotes from the Bible or Poetry.
In the 19th century, samplers are often used as home decorations.
Some samplers have a very complicated design and take months to finish.
Modern samplers are often used as decorative arts and are sold at quite expensive prices.
Some museums around the world have a very valuable collection of samplers and are used to study the history of embroidery.
