For anyone who appreciates fine handwork, I hope you enjoy these.
For anyone who appreciates fine handwork, I hope you enjoy these. They were made by my great grandmother, for my grandmother who wore them as a young woman. The blouse on the left has collar stays that might be quite uncomfortable. They rest in a cedar chest with other family "fashion" items from the 1850s to 1940s.
heirloom stitching is quite popular, but this is the real thing! What a treasure!
ReplyDeletePrecious ☺
ReplyDeleteRamon Volante. England Thank you, I must agree!
ReplyDeletePatsy Priebe There seems to be a reviving interest in such handwork and I think that's a good thing. I do feel these are little treasures:-) Thanks, Patsy. Looking forward to your next drawing!
ReplyDeleteArlene Gasparello Thank you, Arlene.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful. You are so lucky to have them. Just awesome.
ReplyDeleteEvelon Burley Thank you, Evelon. They are special to me, and they were only given to me in the last few years.
ReplyDeleteAnn Kennedy They are very special. 🌹
ReplyDeleteWhat an incredible treasure! :-)
ReplyDeleteOshi Shikigami Thanks, Oshi.
ReplyDeleteWow, you have unique items.
ReplyDeleteThese hand embroidered clothes look very similar to the ones used in India/Pakistan.
Do you ever wear them?
Great Grandmother was quite skilled. When you think of the time, care and love that went into making these it just staggers the mind. And so nicely preserved too. Just wonderful to see, thank you so much for sharing with us.
ReplyDeleteThanks Ann. I had to show my wife this - and had a lecture on how the patterns and, what appear to be cut-outs, were made. Beautiful, time consuming work. Her mother had a long night dress very similar, full of embroidery and patterns which was from her great-great- grandmother. She wanted to be buried wearing this.
ReplyDeleteYou have a real treasures there!
Mike Perry I would love for you to tell us what your wife said in her lecture:-) I don't know much about such things! I am certain it was time-consuming however. A full length night dress would be gorgeous! Thank you for the appreciation!
ReplyDeleteThese are beautiful Ann Kennedy . It sheds light on why previous generations were so careful with clothing. The time, workmanship and love that went into each piece is irreplaceable. Thanks so much for sharing them!
ReplyDeletePam WhimsicalVintage Thank you, Pam. The one on the right has vertical tucks sewn at 1/4 " intervals across the entire back and I just can't imagine the time it took for that detail. I'm glad you appreciate them:-)
ReplyDeleteIt took forever to make, but it would last forever, so it worked out...
ReplyDeleteShamsa A. No, they are so old and fragile I wouldn't want to take any chances:-) I will look for some pictures of handwork from other parts of the world. That would be very interesting to see, and I imagine there are many similarities.
ReplyDeleteMargaret Siemers I always feel quite incompetent when I see such things:-) I admire those who can do such delicate and beautiful work, and I know Patsy Priebe is one of those people:-) Thank you, Margaret. I'm pleased that you enjoyed seeing these.
ReplyDeleteThere's something almost meditative about the process. Patience and focus that created a calmer mind...
ReplyDeletePam WhimsicalVintage That's true. When I was much younger I did a lot of needlework and crochet. It does calm the mind. Pam WhimsicalVintage
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ReplyDeleteThat Great Shop Thank you very much.
ReplyDeleteMy great grandmother did a lot of wonderful stitching. Reminds me of her. I have her sewing machine, receipt, manual and all
ReplyDeleteThat Great Shop How wonderful that you have her machine and all that went with it! That's a wonderful keepsake:-)
ReplyDeleteThat Great Shop I agree with Ann above, that is so nice that you have it.
ReplyDeleteIronically my computer sits atop it right now (the table is protected with a pad) I sometimes laugh at the combination of the trundle machine and loptop together 😀 (it had an attached motor that I took off and bought a new belt for the foot pedal) my mom said grandma could just see an outfit she liked and go home and make it (she lived 1892-1996) both her daughters are well and active in their 90s.
ReplyDeleteThat Great Shop I always think things have more meaning when they are used, so enjoy your "computer table"!You are lucky to have those women in your life. Now is the time to ask them every question you can think of! There aren't that many chances to learn from that generation anymore!
ReplyDeleteOh, I just love to listen to conversations like you and Ann have been having That Great Shop. Your Grandma must have been something.
ReplyDeleteAnn Kennedy is right, we need to learn from your mom's generation before all are gone, and it feels like more and more slip away every month. I just lost the very last of my aunts and uncles on my father's side of the family and now there are no living members on either side! Reduced to brothers and sisters of mine and cousins it makes on think about how quickly we loose the past.
Margaret Siemers Hi Margaret. Sorry about the loss of your family members. I know what that feels like. When my "last living aunt" passed away, I remember thinking, "Well, my cousins and I are now IT!" Suddenly, we are the old ones at family gatherings, we are starting to say to the newest young family members, "You might not remember me, but your grandma and I are cousins." etc. You know what I mean. It is odd to think of starting a new era. Our parents' generation is a tough act to follow.
ReplyDeleteAnn Kennedy I know exactly what you are saying. I was just the little kid running around at the family gatherings the other year, how did everyone go off and let us here on our own so quickly?
ReplyDeleteOur parents are a tough act to follow indeed, and I am sure they thought the same of their parents. I just wonder what future generations will think of us and our children's generations?
Well, it's why we need to document and preserve as much information as we can so the future can get a good look back at us.
I was fortunate enough to know 2 of my great grandparents well, have 3 grandparents left in their 90s. I was in college when my great grandmother died, it was amazing going through her things. Better than any history museum. (When we went to historical places, I often asked my mom if Great Grandma's house was older. It usually was older. A little frame house in Iowa) The snakes would crawl between the canning jars in the dirt basement. Fond memories, I think that is where my enjoyment of vintage life and history comes from. Having the pleasure to spend time with those who lived it. Now time to call Grandma before I can't.
ReplyDeleteThat Great Shop Thank you. Getting to know you a little bit better is a pleasure. Knowing that your love of the past is as fervent as ours is also a pleasure.
ReplyDeleteMargaret Siemers just typed up a short bio yesterday. Tell me what you think http://thatgreatshop.wix.com/tgshop#!about-us/g2ww4
ReplyDeleteTruth? Its really nicely done. :) although I do see two possible editing errors that could make it clear as to whom is speaking (voice) it is interesting.
ReplyDeleteI like the page immensely.
So lovely,i would wear it .
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