This lovely stitcher’s treat is inspired by early horn books found in the US and here in England from late 16th to the late 18th century. A sheet containing the letters of the alphabet was mounted on a wooden frame and protected with thin, transparent plates of horn. The frame was shaped like a table-tennis paddle, had a handle, and was usually hung from the child’s belt. I have never actually seen an original but have poured over photographs for years!
Antique Flower Horn Book
