An 18th century embroidered applique Bible Cover depicting the sacrament Ada Davies 1852 The DMC conversion is as

The DMC conversion is as close as possible but with overdyed threads

Included is a rather morbid verse which is quite the opposite of the happy feel the sampler has

The measurements given are for 36ct natural linen over two threads or 18 Aida cloth

Fiona Managed to fit 2 complete alphabets into this tiny sampler not to mention the house scenery is stunning

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An 18th century embroidered applique Bible Cover depicting the sacrament Ada Davies 1852 The DMC conversion is asAn embroidered and applique bible cover, 18th century and later, depicting the sacrament beneath angels and a dove, with scrolling religious verse 'domne jesu miserere nobis', (Lord Jesus have mercy on us) Normal anitque aging and some loss in the embroidery. The applique is older than the velvet cover (19th century) In polychrome and gilt threads mounted upon purple velvet, edged with rope detail, to cover 12. 5 x 9. 75 inches (at fault).