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To Dazzle The Eye ~  A Flapper Era 1920s Silk Ribbon Rosette Powder Puff Purse

To Dazzle The Eye ~ A Flapper Era 1920s Silk Ribbon Rosette Powder Puff Purse

Oh, I love this delicate and dazzling powder puff purse from the Roaring 20's!  Made of silk edged with lace and embellished with tiny rosette yardage, it is a piece of eye candy. The side is made of pleated silk, separated from the upper part, by a row of lace. Drawstrings at the top secure the opening of the dance purse. A round mirror forms the base. The condition is as excellent as…

Ribbon Rosettes ~ The Finishing Touch From The Edwardian 1920's Era

I am always excited to find lovely vintage ribbon rosettes, especially because I love them so well!  These pretties date from the Edwardian - 1920's flapper era.    Thought I would share and showcase a few of this type of flower.   Not only a treasure trove, but a testament to the makers of these lovely creations. Each of these rosettes are unique from any of the others. …
The Opulent Flapper Age ~ A Discerning Helmet Style Cloche Hat

The Opulent Flapper Age ~ A Discerning Helmet Style Cloche Hat

Here's a extraordinary vintage 1920's cloche hat, in what is called a helmet style.  It has applied horsehair braid, sewn in loops and scrolls, completely covering the hat for a stunning design.  Wow!  Crown of hat is made in 6 panels with each panel coming to a point at the top. Yet, another panel is sewn the circumference around the lower edge of hat. A short pleated ruffle of a…

Vintage 1920 Flapper Paper Mache Half Doll Pin Cushion ~ From An Era Of Silent Movies

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…

An Edwardian 1920's Dance Purse ~ A Confection Of Pretty

What a charming purse to have carried to a social function and how splendid it must have looked ~Here is a wonderful Edwardian - 1920's lady's openwork coin or dance purse in a gold-tone metal. Purse is oval in shape, in a pleasing up and down scroll work.  Situated in the center is a large faucet purple glass jewel.  Two smaller purple jewels, in a lighter shade, accent either side of…