Wednesday 20 July 2016

Needlework

Now the beautiful white linen could be adorned by needle work.  The north of Ireland became known for the production of shirts, lavishly trimmed ladies u derclothing and handkerchiefs as well as table and bed linens.




Selection of pincushions, 1900.



Stilettos for eyelet embroidery, 1900.

Hooks for fine crotchet, 1900.

Christening gown or carrying dress, mid 19th century.

Ladies collar.

Edwardian full length skirt and three quarter length jacket, c 1908.

Samples of Irish Peasant Women's embroidery skills!


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