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Tuesday, 19 February 2013
Straw hat c.1960
Synthetic straw/raffia hat with large tassel.
Inside grosgrain headband stitched with herringbone stitch along the edge. c1960
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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.
Runner c.1940s
Possibly worked from a pre-transferred design on beige linen with pre-finished hems. Floral design worked in straight, stem & satin stit...
Seating pouffe c.1990s
The inset panel of the Humpty (ie. seating pouffe) is hand smocked with 2 different variations - both are handstitched. For more information...
Cushion cover c.1950s
Possibly worked from an iron-on transfer onto beige linen. Floral design worked in satin stitch. Multi coloured & uses stranded cotton, ...