A Vintage Framed Sampler

10.12.2014

When I was hunting at the Liberty Antiques Festival a couple weeks ago I came across another piece of artwork.

 
I stood there and looked at it and pondered about whether I really wanted it or not....for about half a second.

I've always had a fondness for these handmade pieces though and the time it took someone to create it.

I can't sit long enough to work on a piece of art like this, but sure am glad that someone else did so I can enjoy it now.

This is such a good size and the farm scene with the bible verse is perfect for this room. 


And for $30.....SOLD!

You can see some other purchases from the antiques fair here and here.

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24 comments:

  1. Anonymous10/12/14, 9:29 AM

    I love the sampler Kim! So much work goes into it. That's the perfect spot for it too.

    Kathy

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  2. Mimi10/12/14, 9:30 AM

    What a great find at a great price! I love it and it's just perfect for that room!

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  3. marty (A Stroll Thru Life)10/12/14, 9:51 AM

    I love samplers too. They are always so pretty and this one is very nice.

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  4. ℳartina @ Northern Nesting10/12/14, 9:56 AM

    I love it Kim...it looks perfect in that room!

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  5. Catherine10/12/14, 10:05 AM

    I think it fits perfectly in that room. Have a beautiful Sunday. Catherine

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  6. Kelly10/12/14, 10:13 AM

    That sampler looks like it was meant for that room! I love that phrase too.

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  7. Dawn10/12/14, 10:23 AM

    Love it, I couldn't create that either. I have tried to cross stitch and it is a mess. LOL

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  8. Wild Oak Designs10/12/14, 10:39 AM

    I used to do cross stitch....that is a lovely piece....great find...
    Nancy

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  9. Susan N.10/12/14, 10:50 AM

    i love it! last sunday i bypassed an embroidered scene of two deer that was in a booth at my favorite antique arcade and I have been thinking of it all week and regret I didn't grab it. It would be a 50 mile one-way trip to go back to see if it's still there...though on second thought, I could call and ask them to hold it for me... hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm?

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  10. Junkchiccottage10/12/14, 11:02 AM

    Kim,
    Wonderful find and boy that was made for this room. It looks perfect with your red armoire and check drapes. It was meant to be.
    Kris

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  11. Cozy Little House10/12/14, 11:33 AM

    It's beautiful! As someone who in the past did a lot of handwork, it IS a lot of tedious work. I love the apple painting too.
    Brenda

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  12. Art and Sand10/12/14, 11:40 AM

    Love the piece and always like a chance to peek into one of your rooms. Oh, that red cabinet!!!

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  13. Sally Somervill10/12/14, 11:43 AM

    Hi Kim, what a sweet and cozy room, I love the pops of red! Your new treasure looks just perfect in there!
    Sally

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  14. Michele @ The Nest at Finch Rest10/12/14, 11:52 AM

    Wewll done, Kim 0 that is perfect right in that spot. I absolutely ♥ it!!!!

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  15. Anonymous10/12/14, 12:43 PM

    A great piece and it looks wonderful next to your wardrobe closet!

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  16. Colleges in Houston10/12/14, 1:18 PM

    ma'am i loved your post.

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  17. Deb @ Frugal Little Bungalow10/12/14, 1:26 PM

    It is absolutely darling handwork ..love it! :)

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  18. Michelle Mortensen10/12/14, 3:27 PM

    It is such a special piece as there aren't as many people who do this type of work anymore. I also appreciate the message...
    Michelle from simplysantabarbara.blogspot.com

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  19. Shirley@Housepitality Designs10/12/14, 5:23 PM

    It is a beautiful cross-stitch...looks great in the room...perfect find for the farmhouse room!...I used to cross stitch all the time...but now I do not seem to have time for that anymore...or the "eyes"...would need a huge magnifying glass!!! :)

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  20. Pinky at Designs by Pinky10/12/14, 8:59 PM

    I have a cross stitch of my parents wedding!!!! I haven't gotten it hung in this house yet but you have inspired me. I just wish I had ANY idea of who did it. Yours is beautiful and perfect in your room. Great find, Kim!

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  21. Something Nice and Pretty10/12/14, 9:57 PM

    I does go so well in that room, I've did those samplers back in the 80's and 90's and they are a lot of work, the price you paid for it is a great one!

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  22. Laurel Stephens10/13/14, 9:22 PM

    Your new piece reminds me of my mother-in-law's beautiful cross stitching. I love them, too. It's just perfect in this corner!

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  23. Anne10/14/14, 11:02 AM

    What a beautiful sampler....and a steal of a price! Looks lovely in that room!

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  24. Ann from On Sutton Place10/14/14, 4:38 PM

    Not only do I love the sampler but I love the whole corner. So cozy...

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