Antique textiles

OK, so my intention to post everyday has gone a bit weird - I know it has been months since I last spoke to you ! But here goes.

Today- A few detailed images to inspire you from my huge  Antique Textile and Bag  collection .

1920s seed pearl evening bag, possibly French.

Raw Silk piece with embroidery from Indian. Made as panels to be made up into dress for the British Market. c.1860s.

Beaded silk bag from the 1930s.

Tambour embroidery on silk. Very old folded purse. c 1840s.

Purse (attached to a belt) from an Albanian costume . Couched Goldwork on felt. c. 1890s. Note the red beads on the tassels - to ward off the evil spirits. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

new Textile Blog

So here I am with my brand new Blog. - Little Scrap of Cloth !
And what's it going to be about I hear you cry?
All things TEXTILES of course.
I hope to add a post every single day ( if I remember !!!! And have the time !!!) Bare  with me while I get the hang of this new blog.

I will be showing and chatting about

• My own Textile work (I make loads)
• Antique textiles (I have a large collection)
• Art Quilts
• Machine Embroidery
• Art Dolls

And any beautiful textile that I see that I think will interest you.

Please do pop by often and see what's going on
Here are some pics to get going.