The brick and mortar will be closed May 21st to 27th to attend Spring Fling in Riverview. Please note that the following hours are somewhat variable. I am in the shop alone and sometimes I have to be out of the shop during the posted hours. It’s best to call ahead so that I will be there for you. I really don’t want to disappoint anyone and won’t if you take a moment to call ahead please. Shop hours Tuesday, Thursday through Saturday 10:30 to 4:00. 1212 NW 12th Ave, Suite C2, Gainesville, FL 32601. Phone 352-275-7870. Follow us on Instagram at victorianrose.needlearts and Victorian Rose Stitching Corner on Facebook.

Victorian Rose Needlearts Christian Geissinger, 1839

Victorian Rose Needlearts Christian Geissinger, 1839

Regular price
$20.00
Sale price
$20.00

What drew me to this sampler at first was the lovely bold rose border. Then, I learned it was stitched by a boy 180 years ago, which made it extremely rare. Most boys, then and now, would rather be off doing other things. The model was stitched for me also by a male stitcher, the incredibly talented Robert Smith who insisted on doing it in the wools just like the first stitcher. Cottons can be used instead of wool. Framing was done by Edie Antl of Art Etc in Cincinnati, OH, who provides service by mail for those interested.  Stitch count is 167 x 176.