Embroidered reticule. Silk embroidered on both sides. Minor breaks to silk. Dimensions: 9.5 by 8" (not tiny)

ca.1915 toy peacock.

Stacey Manser-Knight.

Child's mug, circa 1820

Planet Express Ship by Volpin Props.

As we head into full holiday season one of my favorite things are the colors that we traditionally use this time of year. Bright gold and silver, deep red and

Goldwork class of stumpwork beetle!

Family - grandparents, parents ,uncle and and children dressed in Orange and beige , stripes and polka dots -handmade fabric dolls

A reticule bag of crimson silk decorated with cream silk ribbon, and an embroidered motif. The bag closes with a cord drawstring. Small bags such as reticules, miser's purses and other types, grew in popularity from the early nineteenth century. Previously, detachable pockets fitted easily under large skirts. When fashion slimmed, women began to carry their everyday articles in external purses. After wide skirts returned purses became mainly for decoration, perhaps to match a bonnet or…