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Connected by the Red Thread

Step into the world of red school samplers and uncover the fascinating history and tradition of this unique embroidery art. Once a mandatory part of girls’ education, these red samplers are now cherished by embroidery enthusiasts around the globe.
The book offers 64 pages with:
- A captivating insight into the history of red samplers and their educational significance.
- Patterns for 6 carefully selected red samplers, chosen by embroidery fans as favorites from my collection.
- Detailed explanations of stitches and techniques, including an extensive description of a darning sampler by Nan van der Storm.
- Authentic finishing techniques: no framed reproductions, but samplers finished with open seams and scalloped edges.
Bonus Material:
Gain exclusive access to two instructional videos, providing step-by-step guidance on how to master these finishing techniques.
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Soie 1003 499 150 m
Au Ver a Soie 100.3 is a single-stranded spun yarn, which is a fraction thinner than Soie d'Alger. This makes it suitable for embroidery on the finest fabrics.
It has the same 291 colours as Soie Perlee.
PLEASE NOTE: Unlike the photo, the yarn is not packed on a wooden bobbin but on a white, plastic bobbin with 150 metres of silk yarn.





Connected by the Red Thread – Samplers from the Classroom
Step into the world of red school samplers and uncover the fascinating history and tradition of this unique embroidery art. Once a mandatory part of girls’ education, these red samplers are now cherished by embroidery enthusiasts around the globe.
This book offers 64 pages with:
- A captivating insight into the history of red samplers and their educational significance.
- Patterns for 6 carefully selected red samplers, chosen by embroidery fans as favorites from my collection.
- Detailed explanations of stitches and techniques, including an extensive description of a darning sampler by Nan van der Storm.
- Authentic finishing techniques: no framed reproductions, but samplers finished with open seams and scalloped edges.
Bonus Material:
Gain exclusive access to two instructional videos, providing step-by-step guidance on how to master these finishing techniques.
Price: €26.00
Order your copy now and immerse yourself in the rich tradition of samplers with this unique book full of history and inspiration
Details:
- In both Dutch and English.
- Professional photos
- A4 size
- 64 pages

Sulky Cotton 30 Wt - 1169 Bayberry Red
Sulky 30 Thread: Color 1169 Bayberry Red
With Sulky 30 thread, you choose versatility, premium quality, and a professional finish. This cotton thread is perfect for fine embroidery on fabrics like 36 count and higher, and it is also excellent for quilting. Thanks to its smooth texture and subtle coverage, Sulky 30 is ideal for both decorative and functional quilting projects. Available in 36 stunning colors, this thread offers endless creative possibilities.
Features of Sulky 30 Thread:
- Perfect for fine embroidery on fabrics of 36 count and higher.
- Excellent as quilting thread thanks to its strong, smooth fiber.
- Extra-long spool of 450 meters, equivalent to more than 9 skeins of DMC.
- Made from 100% premium cotton for durable and smooth results.
- Fewer thread changes required due to the generous spool length.
Although the larger spools do not fit through a standard mailbox, the generous 450-meter length makes it a cost-effective choice for large and long-lasting projects. Whether you’re embroidering or quilting, Sulky 30 thread ensures top-quality results. Explore the versatile colors and get inspired!
Price: € 5.00 per spool.
Add a premium touch to your embroidery and quilting projects with Sulky 30!



40 ct Moonstone - Fiber on a Whim
40 ct. (16 thread count) hand-dyed linen from Fiber on a Whim, color "Moonstone".
Beautiful soft quality linen with a unique color.
Price is per Fat Eight. This is 1/8th of a yard, approximately 34 x 45 cm.(due to shrinkage during the painting process, the dimensions may differ slightly).
If you order multiple quantities, you will receive them in one piece.So if you want a piece measuring 45 x 68 cm, order quantity 2.



36 ct Moonstone - Fiber on a Whim
36 ct. (14 thread count) hand-dyed linen from Fiber on a Whim, color "Moonstone".
Beautiful soft quality linen with a unique color.
Price is per Fat Eight. This is 1/8th of a yard, approximately 34 x 45 cm.(due to shrinkage during the painting process, the dimensions may differ slightly).
If you order multiple quantities, you will receive them in one piece.So if you want a piece measuring 45 x 68 cm, order quantity 2.



32 ct Moonstone - Fiber on a Whim
32 ct. (12.6 thread count) hand-dyed linen from Fiber on a Whim, color "Moonstone".
Beautiful soft quality linen with a unique color.
Price is per Fat Eight. This is 1/8th of a yard, approximately 34 x 45 cm.(due to shrinkage during the painting process, the dimensions may differ slightly).
If you order multiple quantities, you will receive them in one piece.So if you want a piece measuring 45 x 68 cm, order quantity 2.



Sulky Cotton Petites 12 Wt - 1169 Bayberry Red
Sulky 12 Wt. Petites Cotton Thread is the handiest handwork thread because it is easier, faster and more fun than floss! Since one strand of our 12 Wt. Petites Cotton Thread is equivalent to two strands of floss, the huge benefits to you are:
(1) No separating floss
(2) No tangling
(3) Cut to any length
(4) Tidy storage with no loss of color identity.

36 ct. Affogato - Fiber on a Whim
36 ct. (14-thread) hand-dyed linen from Fiber on a Whim, color "Affogato."
Beautiful soft quality linen with a unique color.
Price is per Fat Eighth. This is 1/8 of a yard, approximately 34 x 45 cm. (Due to shrinkage during the dyeing process, the size may vary slightly.)
If you order multiple quantities, you will receive the fabric in one continuous piece. So, if you want a piece of 45 x 68 cm, order a quantity of 2.