Young girls of the 18th century not only learned to read and write , but were expected to learn needlework.Olde Alphabets in White is an example of a cross stitch stamped sampler from that era.This craft printed cross stitch sampler kit design would furnish the practice for their alphabet stitches.All white stitches on dark linen.This finished design compliments our 423/ Olde Alphabets in Red.