{"product_id":"william-curtis-1826-the-2026-lord-of-the-may-hands-across-the-sea-samplers","title":"William Curtis 1826 ~ The 2026 Lord of the May | Cross Stitch Pattern by Hands Across the Sea Samplers","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"889\"\u003eChosen as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"673\" data-end=\"697\"\u003e2026 Lord of the May\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"720\"\u003eWilliam Curtis 1826\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a remarkable and historically significant sampler reproduction celebrating youth, learning, perseverance, and the often-overlooked tradition of schoolboy needlework.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"891\" data-end=\"1342\"\u003eOriginally stitched in 1826 by William Curtis at just nine years of age, this vibrant sampler stands as an extraordinary example of discipline, patience, and technical accomplishment. While samplers are most commonly associated with the education of girls, William’s work offers a rare glimpse into the broader landscape of nineteenth-century childhood education and the values of diligence, obedience, and moral instruction shared across generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1574\"\u003eInspired by historic English May Day traditions, \u003cstrong\u003eHands Across the Sea Samplers\u003c\/strong\u003e presents William as the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003eLord of the May\u003c\/strong\u003e — a fitting companion to the Queen of the May, symbolizing balance, renewal, continuity, and youthful promise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003eWilliam’s sampler is beautifully structured with orderly alphabets, repeating floral motifs, stylized trees, birds, decorative bands, and a graceful floral border that frames the composition with remarkable balance and clarity. His stitched verse speaks directly to the viewer with humility and aspiration, preserving the authentic voice of a young boy across nearly two centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1959\" data-end=\"2247\"\u003eEspecially impressive is the progression of stitching techniques demonstrated throughout the sampler. Beginning with cross stitch over two threads, William advances through four-sided stitch, eyelets, over-one stitching, and satin stitch — an astonishing achievement for a child so young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2249\" data-end=\"2461\"\u003eRich in color, symmetry, and historical significance, \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2303\" data-end=\"2324\"\u003eWilliam Curtis 1826\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is both an heirloom-worthy project and a moving testament to education, identity, and craftsmanship preserved through needle and thread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2463\" data-end=\"2466\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-start=\"2468\" data-end=\"2500\"\u003e📏 Design \u0026amp; Stitch Information\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2502\" data-end=\"2746\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2502\" data-end=\"2543\"\u003eHistoric schoolboy sampler reproduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2544\" data-end=\"2673\"\u003eFeatures:\n\u003cul data-start=\"2558\" data-end=\"2673\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2558\" data-end=\"2589\"\u003eCross stitch over two threads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2592\" data-end=\"2622\"\u003eCross stitch over one thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2625\" data-end=\"2644\"\u003eFour-sided stitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2647\" data-end=\"2656\"\u003eEyelets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2659\" data-end=\"2673\"\u003eSatin stitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2674\" data-end=\"2712\"\u003eSuitable for stitchers of all levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2713\" data-end=\"2746\"\u003eNot recommended for Aida fabric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2748\" data-end=\"2751\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-start=\"2753\" data-end=\"2776\"\u003e🧵 Thread Information\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2778\" data-end=\"2860\"\u003eWilliam’s sampler is stitched using a carefully balanced palette of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2846\" data-end=\"2859\"\u003e14 colors\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2862\" data-end=\"2891\"\u003eThe model was stitched using:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2892\" data-end=\"2925\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2892\" data-end=\"2925\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2894\" data-end=\"2925\"\u003eSoie 100.3 by Au Ver à Soie\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2927\" data-end=\"2956\"\u003eConversions are provided for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2957\" data-end=\"2985\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2957\" data-end=\"2975\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2959\" data-end=\"2975\"\u003eSoie d’Alger\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2976\" data-end=\"2985\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2978\" data-end=\"2985\"\u003eDMC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2987\" data-end=\"3160\"\u003eThe palette combines vivid blues, antique mauves, pistachio greens, aquamarines, mocha browns, and warm reds to create a sampler full of youthful energy and refined harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2987\" data-end=\"3160\"\u003e05.07.26\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hands Across The Sea Samplers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53481167847608,"sku":"214005501-26-2080","price":59.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/3475\/7560\/files\/William_Curtis_1826_Cross_Stitch_Pattern_2_by_Hands_Across_the_Sea_Samplers.jpg?v=1779153809","url":"https:\/\/www.crossed-hearts.com\/en-ca\/products\/william-curtis-1826-the-2026-lord-of-the-may-hands-across-the-sea-samplers","provider":"Crossed Hearts Needlework \u0026 Design","version":"1.0","type":"link"}