Snooty Parrots Sampler., The

Cross stitch pattern by Barbara Ana Designs. Designed in the manner of an antique late 18th century sampler, it features a beautiful little ode by Samuel Wesley as a centerpiece; "No glory I covet, no riches I want Ambition is nothing to me the one thing I beg from Kind Heaven to grant Is a mind independent and free". Surrounding the poem are the two "snooty parrots" each perched on a tree. The sampler features many interesting motifs including trees of life, Adam & Eve, and an exquisite countryside scene with several characters and animals. The initials are those of family members and are randomly distributed around the pattern. An alphabet is provided for personalizing the design. The piece was cross stitched on 40ct linen fabric. Stitch count 248 wide x 329 high. (wide x high)