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Antique Italian Shams Pair Layover Pillow Bedding Edwardian c1900 Lovebirds Drawnwork Raised Whitework Embroidery
A beautiful pair of antique Italian layover pillow shams, dating from the late 1800’s to early 1900. Delicately embroidered in raised whitework with a romantic motif of lovebirds surrounded by fruit and floral vines. Crafted from fine white linen and … Read More
Edwardian Sewing Notions Curated Lot Genesee Skirt Fastener Collar Wires Dress Weights Original Cards
A thoughtfully curated grouping of original Edwardian sewing notions, preserved on their advertising cards—a rare and evocative glimpse into early 20th century dressmaking. Perfect for display in a sewing room or for the collector who delights in the small, ingenious … Read More
Vintage Ombre Silk Rayon Ribbon Rosettes – Doll Dressmaking, Millinery, Craft Trim
A delightful gathering of vintage ribbons and rosettes, softly aged and full of creative promise—perfect for doll dressmaking, millinery accents, journaling, and thoughtful handwork inspired by the past. “The miniature 1920s ribbon rosettes are particularly scarce and highly sought after … Read More
Antique 1910 Embroidery Guide by Helen Marvin – Woman’s Home Companion Needlework Booklet – Ephemera
A charming glimpse into the artistry of everyday life in 1910, this original embroidery guide by Helen Marvin offers both instruction and inspiration, complete with delicate color plates and timeless designs once stitched into the fabric of Edwardian homes. ***A … Read More
Antique Moiré Silk Watered Taffeta Ribbon, Pink and Blue Lot Edwardian Millinery Trim 1900s
A charming pair of antique silk moiré ribbons from the early 1900s, preserved in soft Edwardian colors of blush pink and pale blue. With their distinctive watered silk pattern and generous width, these ribbons once adorned fine millinery or dressmaking … Read More
Vintage Tatted Coin Purse Bag Green Lining Ribbon Drawstring 1900s
Dating from the early 1900’s – 1920, a hand tatted coin purse in an ecru color. A sweet style, the bag is lined in a green taffeta fabric. Remnants of a silk ribbon drawstring, also in a green. Length of … Read More
Vintage Rick Rack Copper Color 1950s Trim for Sewing Crafts 5 Yards
Here’s a neat copper color sewing trim from the vintage years of the 1950’s. The rick rack zig zag trim is 5 yards 27″ long x 1/8″ wide. Good unused condition. Perfect for many sewing and craft applications.
Antique Irish Crochet Doily – Tiny Steel Hooks & Embroidery Scissors, 1930s Sewing Notions, Milward
A tender glimpse into the quiet artistry of the past—this intimate assemblage brings together the very tools of creation: impossibly fine crochet hooks, a delicate Irish crochet doily, and a small pair of well-used scissors. One can almost imagine the … Read More
Children Bib Good Boy Blue White Terry Cloth Toweling Vintage 1900s Edwardian
Yesterday’s past always spells surprises, such as this unique child’s feeding bib made of terry cloth fabric. Interesting the fabric, but also the motto GOOD BOY woven front and center. Now what could be more rewarding than the child to … Read More
2 Victorian Asian Doilies Silk Fringe Drawnwork Print Geisha Girls Doily
With an Asian flair, a pair of Victorian Edwardian table doilies, made of off white silk taffeta. The doilies are embellished with drawn thread and a short fringe edging. The center of the square doilies are printed with Geisha girls. … Read More
Antique Victorian Black Chantilly Style Lace Collar Tie, Oak Leaf Acorn Motif Mourning Scarf
A striking and elegant Victorian black lace collar tie, delicately worked in a Chantilly-style cotton lace with a graceful oak leaf and acorn pattern. Measuring an impressive 45 inches in length, this airy lace accessory would once have draped beautifully … Read More
Linen Tablecloth Cross Stitch Embroidery Flower Fruit Vintage 1930s 1940s X Stitch
A pretty vintage linen tablecloth with plenty of hand cross stitched embroidery. Dating from the 1930’s, maybe 1940’s, the cloth features bold colors of flowers and fruit? in colors of blue, brick red-brown and harvest gold. Layout of the embroidery … Read More
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When Autumn Found Its Way Indoors
There is something about the colors of autumn that never seems to grow old. The golden yellows, warm reds, deep browns, and muted shades of harvest seem to find their way into our homes each year, reminding us of... Read More
A Little Box, a Handkerchief, and a Bygone Time
There was a time when even a simple handkerchief could be something special. It might be tucked into a handbag, slipped into a pocket, given as a small gift, or carefully folded into a dresser drawer. And sometimes, it... Read More
When Flowers Were Little Children: A Peek Inside an Old Book
Every now and then, something from the past comes along that makes us stop and smile. It might be a child’s tiny dress, a well-loved toy, or, in this case, a little book called *Flower Children: The Little Cousins... Read More
Little Treasures from Halloweens Past
Today, vintage Halloween memorabilia has a special appeal for collectors and anyone who enjoys the history of everyday American life. An old cardboard cat, a paper party decoration, a vintage mask, or a little whistle may seem like a... Read More
**A Little Cloth Coat for a Schoolbook**
There is something wonderfully touching about old schoolbooks. Perhaps it is because they were never meant to become treasures. They were meant to be **used**. Opened every morning. Carried home at night. Set upon a wooden school desk. Thumbed... Read More
A Little Red Skating Skirt and the Story Sewn Into Its Label
There are some pieces of vintage clothing that announce themselves immediately. A magnificent gown, an elaborate hat, an embroidered jacket—you know at once that you have found something worth stopping to examine. And then there are the little pieces.... Read More
76.3026 — The Little Doily With a Number
Every now and then, something comes into my hands that makes me stop. It may not be large. It may not be expensive. It may not even be something I can immediately identify. But it makes me curious. That... Read More
In Madame’s Boudoir: Silks, Satins & Ribbons of the 1920s
There is something wonderfully romantic about a lady’s boudoir of the 1920s. **Silk Before Breakfast** The morning might begin with a silk or satin bed jacket, perhaps delicately trimmed with lace or embroidery. These were not necessarily grand garments.... Read More