Crocheted Collection

Sunday Morning, 1865-1868. Creator: Hendrick Jacobus Scholten
Sunday Morning, 1865-1868

The Blind, Interiors of Library - Institute of The Blind, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
The Blind, Interiors of Library - Institute of The Blind, 1912. Knitted/crocheted items for sale

Doily, c. 1939. Creator: Frank Nelson
Doily, c. 1939

Bag, United States, c. 1840. Creator: Unknown
Bag, United States, c. 1840

Womens shingle cap 1929
Shingle cap, made of crocheted silk, with a choice of colours. Date: 1929

Model wearing close-fitting crocheted bourdoir cap Date: 1929

Model wearing a fur and a deep cloche hat, crocheted in Velveno and brushed to make it fluffy. Date: 1930

Model wearing tight crocheted cotton sweater in green with a tie collar, the cotton endorsed by couturier Mme Schiaparelli Date: 1935

Crocheted Bicycle Cap Date: 1879

Crocheted Deerstalker and Scotch Bonnet Date: 1879

A crocheted hat and a knitted and crocheted cravat scarf. The images accompanied instructions on how to create the garments yourself. Date: 1932

Scarf, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Sylvia DeZon
Scarf, 1935/1942

Border, 1875 / 1900. Creator: Unknown
Border, 1875/1900

Crocheted Handbag, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Erwin Schwabe
Crocheted Handbag, 1935/1942

1829 Show Towel, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Frances Lichten
1829 Show Towel, 1935/1942. (stitched 1829)

Woman in a printed and embroidered sheath dress, velvet blouse and pearl belt. Fourreau crepe blanc brode et peint, blouse velours emeraude broche ponceau, ceinture de perles

The Artists Mother, 1902 (tempera on panel)
BIR189850 The Artists Mother, 1902 (tempera on panel) by Southall, Joseph Edward (1861-1944); 48.5x35.5 cm; Birmingham Museums and Art Gallery; English, out of copyright

Purse, British, ca. 1785. Creator: Unknown
Purse, British, ca. 1785

Reticule, American, 1820-40. Creator: Unknown
Reticule, American, 1820-40

Pouch, American, 1850-59. Creator: Unknown
Pouch, American, 1850-59

Pouch, American, 1840-50. Creator: Unknown
Pouch, American, 1840-50

Mitts, American, 1830-35. Creator: Unknown
Mitts, American, 1830-35

Evening pouch, American, second quarter 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Evening pouch, American, second quarter 19th century

Mitts, American, 1875. Creator: Unknown
Mitts, American, 1875

CROCHETED ACCESSORIES
A woman looks in her bag, crocheted from red rust wool; her matching hat and scarf are also crocheted and look smart against her fawn tweed coat Date: 1930s

1960s knitting crochet pattern for dress modelled by Twiggy
Front cover of a crochet pattern for a quick crochet suit in Twilleys Stalite wool, worn here by archetypal sixties model, Twiggy. Date: c.1966

Three Girls in Minis
Take Three Girls Three young women wearing mini skirts in Trafalgar Square, London. A " No 11" bus going to Liverpool Street station passes by in the background

Beaded Bag 19th century America Glassbeads crocheted
Beaded Bag, 19th century. America, 19th century. Glassbeads, crocheted with silk thread, metal purse frame, velvet ribbon; average: 26.7 x 19.1 cm (10 1/2 x 7 1/2 in.)

Beaded Bag 1835-1840 America 19th century Crocheted
Beaded Bag, c. 1835-1840. America, 19th century. Crocheted, with beads; average: 12.7 x 13.7 cm (5 x 5 3/8 in.)

Doll in Knitwear
A doll wearing a knitted (crocheted) outfit, including a bonnet, cardigan, bootees and dress. Date: 1930s

Two women and a girl in ponchos
Two women and a girl in knitted and crocheted ponchos. 1960s

Crochet moonray dress by Clobber, 1966
Silver crochet moonray dress by Clobber, the boutique launched by designer Jeff Banks in Blackheath in 1964 (the same year Mary Evans Picture Library also launched in Blackheath)

Crocheted and embroidered greetings card. Date: early 20th century

Doll dressed in crochet as a soldier, WW1
A doll dressed in a crocheted military uniform - pattern in The Needle Worker magazine, March 1915. Date: 1915

WW1 crocheted cap and scarf combined for soldiers
Pattern and photograph taken from a Baldwins Wool Great War era knitting booklet for a crocheted cap and scarf combined. Date: c.1915

Model in Floppy Hat
A black model wearing a floppy hat with a machine crocheted dress. Date: 1967

Triplet Sisters 1960S
18-year-old teenage sisters, in matching machine-crocheted tops and slacks. Date: 1960s

Nurse holding baby
A nurse in white uniform holds a baby dressed in a long crocheted shawl and bonnet

Crocheted Accessories
A woman looks in her bag, crocheted from red rust wool; her matching hat and scarf are also crocheted and look smart against her fawn tweed coat

Woman Crocheting 1940S
A young woman sitting in her armchair sews together crocheted squares, todays equivalent of knitting blankets for the troops during World War Two

Pin-Up Girl / Xmas Party
Pretty blonde in a top with plunging, crocheted neckline & festive sequin embellishments, sits on a leopard skin rug by the fire awaiting her party guests

Female Type / Crochet Cap
All the nice girls love a sailor especially this young woman whose decided to crochet herself a cap to let everyone know which is her favourite armed service

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"Vintage Crocheted Fashion: From Boudoir Caps to Fluffy Cloche Hats" Step back in time and explore the exquisite world fashion. In 1929, a model graced the runway wearing a close-fitting crocheted boudoir cap, adding an air of elegance to her ensemble. The following year, another stunning creation emerged - a fur-trimmed deep cloche hat, meticulously crocheted in Velveno and brushed to achieve a fluffy texture. Fast forward to 1935 when couturier Mme Schiaparelli endorsed a tight crocheted cotton sweater in vibrant green with a fashionable tie collar. This piece showcased both style and comfort, making it an instant hit among fashion enthusiasts. But crochet wasn't limited to just hats and sweaters; it extended its creativity even further. A bicycle cap made entirely from crochet stitches provided both protection and flair for adventurous cyclists. Meanwhile, the iconic deerstalker hat and Scotch bonnet received their own unique twist through intricate crochet work. In 1932, images featuring instructions on creating your own garments took center stage. A chic crocheted hat paired with a knitted and crocheted cravat scarf demonstrated the versatility of this craft while empowering individuals to showcase their personal style. Moving into the swinging sixties, renowned model Twiggy donned an eye-catching crochet dress that epitomized the era's youthful spirit. It was proof that crochet had successfully transcended generations while maintaining its timeless appeal. Throughout history, various accessories have also been crafted using this technique – from women's shingle caps in 1929 to Sylvia DeZon's beautifully designed scarves dating between 1935-1942. Notable creators like Erwin Schwabe left their mark by crafting exquisite crocheted handbags during the same period.