Needlework

Embroidery, Needlework, & Samplers

Leek Embroidery Society 1880-1900
Elizabeth Wardle and the Leek Embroidery Society.

Victorian Knitting
Lacy and lush, with delightful flower patterns and lovely colors – that is what Victorian knitting and crochet were all about.

Berlin Wool Purse 1865
Victorian Berlin Wool purse with beads and tassels from Godey's Lady's Book, 1865

Storing Antique Clothing
How to care for your antique and vintage textiles.

Southern Decorative Needlework

Sampler Collection, English (C.1879-82)
Eight samplers embroidered by one child.

Perforated Paper Needlework

Undersleeves in French Embroidery

History of Tatting

Knitted Heart Cushion
This luxurious cushion is a lovely way to learn to knit lace, including lacy cables.

Victorian Berlin Wool Work Men's Shoes

Christmas Card Box from "The Dictionary of Needlework"

Fancy Work for Handkerchiefs

Pattern for Smoking Cap  

"'SLIPS': Late 16th/Early 17th Century Embroidery"

Collecting 19th C. Chinese Sleevebands

Hooked Rugs

The Museum for Textiles

Newfoundland Museum:  Article: "Newfoundland Samplers"

 

 

 

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