EditorialSampler, Susannah Cathells, American, Medium: silk embroidery on cotton foundation Technique: embroidered in cross, satin and stem stitches on plain weave foundation, Two verses with baskets of flowers, an inscription, and in the lower third, a landsca...
EditorialSampler, Elizabeth Miskey, American, b. 1811, Medium: silk and wool embroidery, linen foundation Technique: embroidered in chain, stem, rococo and cross stitches on plain weave foundation, A large basket of fruit surrounded by flowering sprays, and a v...
EditorialWith our constant need to hit ‘refresh’ right now, sparkling water is in high demand — you can save money and the planet by making it yourself. (Son of Alan/The New York Times)