Making a sampler

In the past, needlework (sewing and embroidery) was a very important part of a young girl’s education. Making a sampler at home or at school was a way of learning and practising the many different stitches and patterns.

Often the sampler would show things about you and your life. For example, it might have the names of your family or a picture of your school or your house. Sometimes a personal or religious message is written on the sampler. The letters of the alphabet and numbers were also common.

Now it’s your turn!

(Instructions below)

To design your sampler:
• Click on add object
• Select object/letter
• Place it on the sampler
• Use flashing arrow to get more letters

To make changes:
• Click on change
• Select object/letter
• Use slide buttons to change size and shape, arrows to move
• Use rainbow bar to change colour of border
• Use delete to get rid of object/letter
  
  Well done! Now press print to get your sampler.