This lovely chart for embroidering an dahlia is part of Sajou's collection dedicated to Tinctorial Plants in the Museums and Heritage Collection.
The Latin name for the dahlia is credited to the Swedish botanist Andreas Dahl. The plant is native to Mexico and arrived in Europe at the end of the 18th century.
The petals of the darker flowers yield gorgeous violets, garnets and dark reds.
The full colour pattern chart is printed on large A3 sheets with all the necessary explanations.
The size of the motif is 77 points wide by 200 points high. When embroidered on 12 count linen fabric the finished dimensions are 12.8 x 33.3 cm.
These “Tinctorial Plants” are the fourth project in Sajou's Museum and Heritage Collection. The aim of this collection is to offer embroiderers original subjects and discover different aspects of the history of French textile. Included in the collection along with the Tinctoral Plants are the Bayeux Tapestry collection, the Toile du Jouy Colletion and The History of Sajou Collection, all of which can be found in my shop in the form of kits and charts.
Sajou produce haberdashery items made in France to the highest standards (in some cases even produced on the original old machinery). Perfect for gifts and collectors, and for those of you unable to resist a quality that is seldom found in today's mass produced haberdashery products.
Sajou was created in 1828 by Jaques- Simon Sajou, selling haberdashery for embroidery, tapestry, lace, crochet and weaving. His pattern albums are sought after to this day by collectors worldwide. In 2005 the Sajou brand was purchased and revived by avid collector; Frederique Crestin- Billet. Many of the old designs have been faithfully reproduced and there are some new designs that have been added in the Sajou style.
