The crinoline petticoat ~ a bouffant undergarment to support a skirt made of yards of fabric. Through the centuries, the crinoline has had its revival periods. One such, was the decade of the 1850's, when crinolines and hoops supported very full skirts.In 1947 Christian Dior reintroduced the crinoline in his "New Look" style, a style with very full skirts. To achieve the bo…
A collection of gorgeous dress trim embellishments from the past. Beautiful pieces to sew with today or just admire. The trims, featured, were imported from France, at the close of the Edwardian era into the decadent period of the roaring 20's. Some are silk embroidery on tulle net, highlighted with gold metallic thread. Others display the art of beadwork.Black sequin on tu…
Just have to share these absolutely adorable late 1920's or 1930's ankle strap button shoes. This pair of toddler shoes are unworn and probably from old store stock. A combination of leather in a caramel color - alligator-look, and a grey-white crinkle finish. WOW! It certainly give these shoes a high flying fashion statement. An just for extra measure, a brown shoe button fast…
Her look is so enchanting that it captivates your attention. Oh, from a time period so long ago, this paper mache pin cushion doll dates from the 1920's. A perfect choice for a dresser or vanity top. Her eyes, "Clara Bow" lips and rosy checks are hand painted with a discerning expression. Her head is wrapped in a cloth turban accented with gold braid and paper embellishment at the center of fore…
1930's Black Velvet With Fur Trim Winter CoatThis is a stunning, and I do mean stunning, lady's winter coat. Made of black velvet, it is trimmed in fur at the collar, down the front opening and at the front hem, only on the one side . The fur ends at the side seam - in other words, it does not extend around the back nor on the other side of the front. Unfortunately I am not much of a…
One of my favorite collection is handmade cloth sewing items, such as pincushion, emeries, sewing bags & rollups. Most of these items are one of a kind, with most born out of necessity, although I am sure, others, were made and given as gifts. They span the time, from very early museum pieces, to newly made today. My focus is on the items from the mid Victorian through the 1920's. One ca…
