sampler

n. [ See Exampler, Exemplar. ] 1. One who makes up samples for inspection; one who examines samples, or by samples; as, a wool sampler. [ 1913 Webster ]

2. A pattern; a specimen; especially, a collection of needlework patterns, as letters, borders, etc., to be used as samples, or to display the skill of the worker. [ 1913 Webster ]

Susie dear, bring your sampler and Mrs. Schumann will show you how to make that W you bothered over. E. E. Hale. [ 1913 Webster ]