Antique Silk Embroidery Apron Ribbon Trim Asian Influence 1900s
Antique from the early 1900’s to 1920’s, a cream silk apron with embroidery, accented with rows of tucks and ribbon ties. Cut in a triangle shape, this pinner apron is embroidered in a simple style of flowers, in an Asian … Read More
Antique Stockings Hand Made Wool Knitted 1860 1880 Farmhouse Primitive
A wonderful early pair of hand made wool stockings from the 1860’s to later 1800’s. Perfect to add to the decor of a primitive country farmhouse. Made of a white, rather smooth texture, the pair would fit about mid calf. … Read More
Antique Tablecloth Square White Doily Embroidered Leaf Drawnwork Hand Needlework
A simple but striking composition unifies this lovely 1900’s square centerpiece tablecloth doily. Each corner of the doily is highlighted with padded embroidery stitches in a double leaf design. Gathered with a ribbon looped around the leaves, as if to … Read More
Antique Tape Lace Battenburg Circular Round 1900’s Trim
A beautiful piece of handmade Battenburg tape lace from the Victorian Edwardian era. This 1900’s piece is in a circular round pattern. More than likely an edging for a doily. Lovely fine needlework in a creamy color. Measurements: The lace … Read More
Antique Tin Apple Corer, Early 1900s Primitive T-Handle Kitchen Tool, Rustic Farmhouse Tinware
Antique Tin Apple Corer – Early 1900s Hand-Formed Kitchen Primitive, T-Handle Farmhouse Tool Dating from the early 1900s, this tin apple corer is a fine example of early American kitchen utility and handmade craftsmanship. Formed in the familiar T-handle design, … Read More
Antique Tin Kitchen Scoop Handmade Kitchen Primitive Victorian 1900
For your rustic primitive farmhouse vibes, a handmade kitchen scoop untensil. It would have been suitable for scooping many dry cooking ingredients. Dating from the Victorian into the early 1900’s, this well designed scoop features hand rolled seams, soldered at … Read More
Antique Tin Match Safe Wall Holder, 1900 Early Primitive Matchbox with Lid, Rustic Farmhouse
A wonderfully honest early tin match safe with pleasing squat proportions and time-softened patina — a humble yet deeply authentic primitive kitchen survivor. This early squat-form tin match safe is a quietly compelling example of everyday Victorian-era kitchen utility, likely … Read More
Antique Turkey Redwork Embroidery Dog Wall Hanging Crochet Edging Victorian Era
Possibly Pennsylvania German, a hand embroidery cross stitch in turkey redwork wall hanging. This wonderful dog stitchery is dated 1890 with the motto underneath Zum Andenken ~ in memory of. I am sure, a tribute to a pet. The embroidery … Read More
Antique Victorian Bed Sheet Redwork Embroidery Initials Crochet Trim
Dating from the later Victorian era a bed sheet with redwork cross stitched embroidery initials of EK. Stitched to the one edge of the sheet is a pretty filet crochet lace trim. This lovely work measures 11″ wide. Overall size … 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
Antique Victorian Black Taffeta Doll Coat Velvet Tam Hat Lace Trim Pockets Blue Lined 1890s
A rare and beautifully expressive Victorian doll ensemble, this hand-sewn black taffeta coat with matching velvet tam reflects the careful workmanship and refined styling bestowed upon cherished dolls of the late 19th century. Trimmed with lace and lined in blue … Read More
Antique Victorian Cabinet Card Child Portrait, Kate Greenaway Dress, 1891 J. Strauss Photography
A tender and beautifully composed Victorian cabinet card portrait, featuring a sweet young girl dressed in a charming Kate Greenaway–style frock. Photographed in St. Louis in 1891, this piece captures the gentle innocence and storybook fashion beloved at the close … Read More
Antique Victorian Edwardian Silk Brocade Sewing Pin Cushion
The pin cushion was an essential part of a lady’s sewing basket from the Victorian times. Most all are hand made, as the one featured. This pincushion is made of strips of fabrics, in triangle shape, were cut from silks … Read More
Antique Victorian Lace Mesh Stockings c1895–1910 Edwardian Ladies Openwork Hosiery Tan Cotton Silk
A delicate and beautifully patterned pair of antique ladies’ lace mesh stockings dating to the late Victorian or early Edwardian era, showcasing fine openwork knitting and the graceful elegance of turn-of-the-century hosiery. A lovely pair of antique ladies’ openwork mesh … Read More
Antique Victorian Primitive Toy Folding Wood Laundry Wash Tub Stand
Here’s a neat primitive toy wash tub stand dating from the later Victorian into the early 1900’s. This cute toy is made just like mama’s, of pine wood construction. It has a slatted wooden top with folding legs which fit … Read More
Antique Vintage Edwardian 1920 White Leather Baby Shoes Mint Condition In Box
Sometimes the joy of collecting antiques is in the hunt, as one never know what might be waiting at that next estate sale, outdoor market or any other venue collectors and dealers search. So it is, with this perfectly mint … Read More
Antique Warrens Bloomer Elastic Sewing Notion Advertising Bolt Spool Roll
An old time sewing notion from the early 1900’s, The Warren’s Bloomer Elastic, on the original spool could be a fun decorator item. The spool advertising wash it! boil it! is guaranteed. However, no guarantee today the elastic still has … Read More
Antique Wide Brussels-Style Lace Trim – 2 Pieces, 74″ Each – Fern & Sunflower Motif
A beautiful pair of antique lace trims, both cut from what was likely once a single continuous length. Each measures 74″ long, with one 7-1/4″ wide and the other 7-1/8″ wide. Worked on a fine machine-made net ground, the design … Read More
Artificial Flower Millinery Hat Craft Made In Japan Tag 1950’s Vintage
A vintage artificial flower with the Made in Japan tag still attached. This pretty millinery hat or clothing embellishment is unused old store stock. Dating from the 1950’s, these pretty flowers were so popular, especially with the younger generation. Trendy, … Read More
Artificial Silk Floss 1900’s Hemingway’s Embroidery Rope Thread Lot of 12
12 skeins of Hemingway Texto Rope artificial silk embroidery floss thread from the early 1900’s. Each of the skeins measure 4-1/2 yards in length and are grouped together in one bundle. The only indication as to color is the #2078. … Read More
Asian Silk Hanky Pillow Top Cover Tablecloth Doily Victorian Craft
Dating from the late Victorian or early 1900’s, a silk pillow top cover with an Asian influence. Women of the time period, enjoyed handiwork of many types. Pillow tops or vanity covers made from a group of hankies were one … Read More
August 1925 Needlecraft Magazine Needle Art Fashion Homemaking
Fashions, needlework, ads and more, are featured in this vintage Needlecraft magazine of August 1925. This magazine is nice, complete with covers but missing the four middle pages. What’s popular in the year 1925? Pretty table linens such as an … Read More
Bed Sheet Vintage 1900’s Edwardian Linen Cutwork Embroidery Antique
Dating from the early 1900’s – 1920’s, an Italian cutwork embroidery linen bed sheet measuring 96″ x 100″. A very pretty pattern of cutwork is centered at the one end with the pattern extending 36″ at the width. The depth … Read More
Black Bow Silk Velvet Dress Sash Beaded Netting Trim Edwardian Mourning Ribbon Antique Victorian
A dramatic antique black silk velvet dress sash, richly adorned with hand-applied beading and netted embellishment, once worn at the back of a Victorian or early Edwardian gown—an evocative survivor of late 19th to early 20th century dress. Condition As … Read More