Tuesday, January 12, 2010

hand stitched inspiration

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!























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6 comments:

  1. rosie/the fabric shopperJanuary 12, 2010 at 1:53 PM

    A couple of those would look cute on the bottom of a pair of jeans or appliqued on the bottom of a khaki skirt.

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  2. monalunaJanuary 12, 2010 at 2:04 PM

    Ooh, that's a great idea! I have some jeans that could use some pizazz...

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  3. Linnie Blooms ShopJanuary 12, 2010 at 7:57 PM

    These 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.

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  4. Willard B. MooreJanuary 14, 2010 at 8:49 AM

    How about using these designs on a baby's quilt?

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  5. My Owl BarnJanuary 14, 2010 at 10:07 AM

    These are some very pretty embroideries. You could cut the embroidered parts and use the patches for the kitchen curtains.

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  6. monalunaJanuary 14, 2010 at 3:34 PM

    Oooh, kitchen curtains would be perfect! I need some, too.

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