The art of hand crocheting is a very old form of lace making. There has been some early documentation of crocheted textiles known about 1812, although the craft was more than likely practice prior to that date. In 1824 the first known crochet patterns were published in the Penelope magazine, which was printed in Holland. Through the 1800's crocheting seems to be firmly established, and along with…
Feeding time is such a pleasure, although, many wee ones sometimes do show their displeasure with the taste of certain foods, wanting to feed themselves or just for other reasons sometimes only known to little minds.Still, the child's Victorian bib pictured above gives rise to the occasion that the baby is "Always Ready". And for many, at feeding time, the sentiment is exactly right.The darling pr…
Years ago when I first started to sell antique and vintage textiles, I fell in love with pieces embroidered in the turkey red floss (redwork is another term used today). Although there are many types of household items embroidered in this beautiful shade of red thread, and although I love them all, quilts are my favorite. Many of them are very graphic in designs and styles. Some elaborately embroi…
I thought this was really a fantastic piece of fabric from the turn of the century, 1900's 1920's. in Irish linen. Still with the original paper label, in unused condition. I am always amazed at the wonderful antique and vintage items that still can be found today, from long ago, which have the original boxes or labels. Still in pristine condition. such as this piece of linen yardage.A…
Do you remember cooking and baking with your mother? She teaching you the art of baking those special cookies perhaps? Following the recipe and measuring the ingredients correctly? Rolling of the dough, if cut out cookies were to be made. Each shape placed carefully on the cookie sheet for baking. Of course, the best part was the decorating of the cookies after they were baked. Oh, what fun!…
Team this great 1930's dress with a wide brimmed straw hat, or perhaps an adorable cloche, for a cool refreshing summer look.So typical of the 1930's with is flowing form, the dress is sewn of silk chiffon fabric in a red and white color. Clothing of the era were very feminine, soft lines, soft drapes. This dress states it all. It is of a simple construction with scoop round neck…
