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Tuesday, 19 February 2013
Cushion c.1940
Possibly worked from an iron-on transfer on black satin.
Worked in straight & stem stitches using stranded cotton.
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Book cover c.1990
The background currently here is one stitched as a kit & now pending to make into a book cover.
Book cover c.1990
The background currently here is one stitched as a kit & now pending to make into a book cover.
Pair mats c.1960s
Possibly worked from a pre-transferred design on off-white linen with pre-finished hemstitched edge. Floral design worked in stem & chai...
Ecclesiastical garment c.1890
Fine cotton lawn - ecclesiastical vest All hand stitched including ribbon 'stays' at sides