{"product_id":"needlework-1","title":"VIntage French Schoolgirl Marking Sampler (Abécédaire)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIGBAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eBring a piece of French history into your home with this beautiful, authentic \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"SmjhRb bqYA2d\" data-cid=\"\" data-pid=\"\" data-iid=\"\" data-link-behavior=\"nocobrowse\" role=\"link\" id=\"pvlinkefXUaoTrKqbip84P-KSVwAQ_x7lcfj_4\" aria-describedby=\"pvlink-desc-efXUaoTrKqbip84P-KSVwAQ_x7lcfj_5\" data-ved=\"2ahUKEwjEi6H1_8OXAxUm8ckDHXhSBUgQ-ooSegYIAAgYEAE\" data-processed=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003evintage hand-embroidered alphabet sampler\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[[null,null,0,1,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,[\u0026quot;vintage hand-embroidered alphabet sampler\u0026quot;,\u0026quot;It isn\u0026#39;t cross stitch\u0026quot;,null,1,[null,null,null,0],null,null,0],null,null,null,[null,1,0,1,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,[296314,null,1]],0],\u0026quot;efXUaoTrKqbip84P-KSVwAQ_3\u0026quot;,\u0026quot;\u0026quot;]--\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (traditionally known in France as an \u003cem class=\"zhvwWe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eabécédaire\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem class=\"zhvwWe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003emarquoir\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e). Lovingly worked on crisp linen, this textile band was a mandatory exercise for young French schoolgirls practicing \"le marquage\"—the vital skill of embroidering family initials and numbers onto household linens. \u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIGBAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIGxAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eRather than common cross-stitch, this piece is beautifully executed using the traditional \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003ecounted French marking stitch\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (\u003cem class=\"zhvwWe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003epoint de marque\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e). This historic technique uses dense, horizontal straight blocks aligned perfectly with the weave of the linen to form crisp, typographic letter forms with a beautiful textured depth. \u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIGxAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIHBAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eThis particular piece features a striking, multi-colored layout. The letters transition beautifully down the fabric in a striped gradient, moving from deep burgundies and teals at the top into sunny oranges, yellows, and earthy forest greens toward the bottom.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIHBAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIHRAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eA fascinating detail for collectors: \u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003ethe letter \"W\" is omitted entirely\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e from the final row (reading \u003cem class=\"zhvwWe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eR S T U V X Y Z\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e), a definitive hallmark of historic European alphabets before the letter was widely integrated into the French language.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIHRAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIHhAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eFramed by a delicate dark dotted border and finished with a charming vertical wavy line in the lower margin, this textile is a captivating piece of folk art. Left unframed with its authentic fringed raw edges intact, it is ready to be mounted, framed, or displayed as-is. Float-frame this piece between two panes of glass to showcase the delicate fringed edges, or hang it in a gallery wall alongside vintage oil paintings and botanical prints for a timeless European aesthetic. It measures 8\" x 13\". \u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIHhAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIHhAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"n6owBd awi2gc\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIHhAA\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"XSq4R KI3fJ\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIIBAA\" data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIIBAC\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eType:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique\/Vintage French Marking Sampler (\u003cem class=\"zhvwWe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eAbécédaire\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIIBAD\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e France\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIIBAE\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-embroidered cotton thread on woven linen fabric\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIIBAF\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" aria-owns=\"action-menu-parent-container\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eTechnique:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Counted straight marking stitch (\u003cem class=\"zhvwWe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003epoint de marque\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIIBAG\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eDesign:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete uppercase alphabet (excluding \"W\") arranged in colorful horizontal rows\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"Z1qcYe\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAAIIBAH\" data-complete=\"true\" data-sae=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"iNqyIf\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003e\u003cstrong class=\"rQesXe MPyX\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\"\u003eColor Palette:\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Burgundy, teal, orange, golden yellow, forest green, and sage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yhAwj\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-sfc-inited=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ZLzG0d ncoeY E8xBUb\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"3\" data-animation-nesting=\"\" data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-wiz-attrbind=\"aria-level=cBxEDc_38\/fLk2Md\" data-sfc-root=\"ep\" data-epip=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-processed=\"true\" data-sae=\"\" aria-owns=\"action-menu-parent-container\"\u003ePlease email me with questions. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Monahan Papers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60344762335518,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/6170\/1150\/files\/2026-10-1617.20.51.jpg?v=1792190946","url":"https:\/\/www.monahanpapers.co\/products\/needlework-1","provider":"Monahan Papers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}