I’ve been sorting through my fabric closet in my attempts to get organized for the new year, and I came across my stash of antique embroideries, most of which I purchased at the Alameda Flea Market. I don’t know what it is about this stuff, but I just can’t resist it. All the careful needlework, sometimes with handmade lace borders, just amazes me. I have no idea what I’m going to do with them – most of the linens are too stained to use – but I love looking at them. Maybe patches for a patchwork purse? Or appliques for a pillow? Anybody have any ideas? I’d love to hear them!
6 COMMENTS
rosie's whimsy
14 years agoA couple of those would look cute on the bottom of a pair of jeans or appliqued on the bottom of a khaki skirt.
monaluna
14 years agoOoh, that's a great idea! I have some jeans that could use some pizazz…
Linda B
14 years agoThese are so cool! Sure does bring back memories of childhood embroidered pillowcases we had. I love the idea of using them as appliques on a purse or a quilt.
Willard B. Moore, PhD
14 years agoHow about using these designs on a baby's quilt?
My Owl Barn
14 years agoThese are some very pretty embroideries. You could cut the embroidered parts and use the patches for the kitchen curtains.
monaluna
14 years agoOooh, kitchen curtains would be perfect! I need some, too.