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Ribbon Art ~ Handiwork Of The Victorian Edwardian Era ~ Dresser Runner And Matching Pincushion

Ribbon Art ~ Handiwork Of The Victorian Edwardian Era ~ Dresser Runner And Matching Pincushion

OH..... here is such a fantastic matching runner and pincushion from the late Victorian / early 1900's.  Done of ribbon art, the pieces are extremely well done.  . Can you imagine such a lovely dresser runner and pincushion upon milady's vanity or dresser?   Especially in the beautiful flora motif of roses.The roses are scattered at the edge of the runner and across the top side of…
A Study Of Ribbon Rosettes From The 1920's ~ What Was The Purpose?

A Study Of Ribbon Rosettes From The 1920's ~ What Was The Purpose?

Love these two beautiful hand made rosette with lace edging.  Somebody's lovely creation.  The boudoir ribbon embellishments date from the later teens-1920's. Although, I am not sure of the usage, possibly a decorative tie for storing pretty bed linens? Or maybe even curtain tie backs?   Maybe you can decide.Here's the construction of the pieces: The handmade round center, wit…