Classic Uppercase-Lowercase Alphabet with Numbers
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Alphabets are the fundamental building blocks of written language, and teaching or displaying them has been a tradition in needlework for centuries. Samplers like this one, showing both letter cases and numbers together, were historically created as practice pieces for young embroiderers learning their craft. The pairing of uppercase and lowercase forms helps readers understand letterforms at a glance—a practical reference tool that transformed from educational necessity into decorative wall art.
- Stitch count: 103 x 64
- 3 colors in the palette
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103 x 64 stitches 3 colors
Pattern description
This bold, muted-color alphabet sampler presents all 26 letters in both uppercase and lowercase forms, paired with reference numbers (01, 23, 45, 67, 89) and punctuation marks. The design uses just three DMC thread colors—navy blue for the letters, burgundy red for the numerals, and a single green accent—creating a clean, legible composition perfect for learning or reference purposes. Stitched on Aida fabric, the 103×103-stitch count and intermediate skill level make it an engaging needlework project that produces a functional, frameable alphabet chart.
The stitched lettering reads: AaBbCcDdEe 01
FfGgHhIiJjKk 23 ?
LlMmNnOoPp 45 :
QqRrSsTtUu 67
VvWwXxYyZz 89 ..
Material Type: Aida Generic Brown
Sewing Count: 14/inch or 55/100mm
Design Size: 103 x 64 stitches
Sewn Design Size: 7.4 x 4.6 inches or 187 x 116 mm
Suggested Material Size: 13.3 x 10.5 inches or 337 x 266 mm
Stitch Style: Cross-stitch Using 2 strands
