A New England sampler dated 1828.
This sweet little American sampler features two little houses above alphabets and a short verse:
Would you be wise
Each moment prize
It is surrounded on four sides by a double sided satin stitched sawtooth border.
Stitches used include cross, outline, stem filling, counted satin, back, cross and queen.
On 35 count linen it will measure approximately 10-1/2" x 11-1/4".
It is recommended for any skill level.