Sewing Collection (page 19)

Bedcover (Cherry Trees and Robins Bride's Quilt), United States, 1820/50. Creator: Unknown
Bedcover (Cherry Trees and Robins Bride's Quilt), United States, 1820/50

Fragment from Bedcover (Crazy Quilt Block), United States, c. 1884. Creator: Unknown
Fragment from Bedcover (Crazy Quilt Block), United States, c. 1884

Tablecloth, Ukraine, c. 1860. Creator: Unknown
Tablecloth, Ukraine, c. 1860

Bedcover in "Pomegranate" Pattern, United States, c. 1840. Creator: Unknown
Bedcover in "Pomegranate" Pattern, United States, c. 1840

Fragment from Bedcover (Crazy Quilt Block), United States, c. 1884. Creator: Unknown
Fragment from Bedcover (Crazy Quilt Block), United States, c. 1884

Bedcover (Album Quilt), United States, 1845/50. Creator: Unknown
Bedcover (Album Quilt), United States, 1845/50

Rug, United States, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Rug, United States, 19th century

Rug, Turkey, 1875/1900. Creator: Unknown
Rug, Turkey, 1875/1900

Rug, United States, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Rug, United States, 19th century

Rug, United States, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Rug, United States, 19th century

Bedcover (Feathered Edge Star Quilt), United States, 1875/1900. Creator: Unknown
Bedcover (Feathered Edge Star Quilt), United States, 1875/1900

Fragment (Towel End), Turkey, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Fragment (Towel End), Turkey, 19th century

Rug, United States, After 1861. Creator: Unknown
Rug, United States, After 1861

Fragment (Towel End), Turkey, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Fragment (Towel End), Turkey, 19th century

Bedcover (Bride's Quilt), United States, 1861. Creator: Unknown
Bedcover (Bride's Quilt), United States, 1861

Bedcover (Princess Feather or Ostrich Plume Quilt), United States, c. 1850. Creator: Unknown
Bedcover (Princess Feather or Ostrich Plume Quilt), United States, c. 1850

Fragment (Towel or Napkin Ends), Turkey, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Fragment (Towel or Napkin Ends), Turkey, 19th century

Cover, Turkey, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Cover, Turkey, 18th century

Rug, United States, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Rug, United States, 19th century

Towel or Napkin, Turkey, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Towel or Napkin, Turkey, 19th century

Rug, United States, 1892. Creator: Unknown
Rug, United States, 1892

Bedcover (Crib Quilt), United States, 1875/1900. Creator: Unknown
Bedcover (Crib Quilt), United States, 1875/1900

Cover, Turkey, 17th century, Ottoman Dynasty (1299-1923). Creator: Unknown
Cover, Turkey, 17th century, Ottoman Dynasty (1299-1923)

Rug, United States, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Rug, United States, 19th century

Braided Rug, United States, late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Braided Rug, United States, late 19th century

Cover, Turkey, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Cover, Turkey, 17th century

Rug, United States, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Rug, United States, 19th century

Rug, United States, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Rug, United States, 19th century

Cover or Hanging, Turkey, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Cover or Hanging, Turkey, 17th century

Rug, United States, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Rug, United States, 19th century

Cover, Turkey, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Cover, Turkey, 17th century

Rug, United States, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Rug, United States, 19th century

Fragment (Cushion Cover), Turkey, 1675/1700. Creator: Unknown
Fragment (Cushion Cover), Turkey, 1675/1700

Bedcover (North Carolina Lily Quilt), United States, c.1850. Creator: Unknown
Bedcover (North Carolina Lily Quilt), United States, c.1850

Bedcover Depicting Thirty-four Scenes from the Old and New Testaments, United States, 1880s. Creator: Unknown
Bedcover Depicting Thirty-four Scenes from the Old and New Testaments, United States, 1880s

Cover, Turkey, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Cover, Turkey, 17th century

Fragment (Cover or Turban Cover), Turkey, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Fragment (Cover or Turban Cover), Turkey, 17th century

Panel, United States, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Panel, United States, 19th century

Cover, Turkey, 17th/18th century. Creator: Unknown
Cover, Turkey, 17th/18th century

Bedcover (Sunburst Quilt), United States, c. 1850. Creator: Unknown
Bedcover (Sunburst Quilt), United States, c. 1850

Cover, Turkey, 1675/1725. Creator: Unknown
Cover, Turkey, 1675/1725

Bedcover (Double Irish Chain), United States, c. 1850. Creator: Unknown
Bedcover (Double Irish Chain), United States, c. 1850

Fragment (Towel), Turkey, 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Fragment (Towel), Turkey, 17th century

Bedcover, United States, 1849. Creator: Unknown
Bedcover, United States, 1849

Bed Curtain and Valance, United States, 1750/1800. Creator: Unknown
Bed Curtain and Valance, United States, 1750/1800

Bedcover, United States, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Bedcover, United States, 19th century

Cover, Turkey, 1675/1725. Creator: Unknown
Cover, Turkey, 1675/1725

Bedcover (Mosaic or Honeycomb Quilt), United States, 1875/80. Creator: Unknown
Bedcover (Mosaic or Honeycomb Quilt), United States, 1875/80

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"In Love with the Art of Sewing: From Betsy Ross to Margot Fonteyn" Sewing has always been a labor of love, an art form that weaves together history and creativity. Just like Betsy Ross sewing the first American flag, captured beautifully in Henry Mosler's painting, it symbolizes patriotism and craftsmanship. The Singer sewing machine ad from the 1890s reminds us of how this revolutionary invention transformed the way garments were made. The Singer Sewing Machines factory in Clydebank became a hub for innovation and mass production, bringing sewing into every household. In Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice, Elizabeth Bennett hopes her handiwork will impress Mr. Bingley - a testament to how sewing was not only practical but also a means of expressing affection. "The Patchwork Quilt" evokes memories of cozy nights spent under handmade blankets stitched with care and love. Muriel Dawson's illustration "Little Miss Natty Fingers" captures the innocence and joy children find in learning this timeless skill. Hand block printing at Crysede Island Works in St Ives transports us to Cornwall in the 1930s when artisans meticulously crafted unique patterns on fabric using traditional techniques. A dressmaker's workshop is where dreams come true as fabrics are transformed into beautiful garments that make people feel confident and stylish, and is here that fashion takes shape through skilled hands guided by imagination. Even prima ballerina Margot Fonteyn knew the importance of attention to detail; she repaired her ballet shoes herself, ensuring perfection down to every stitch. This dedication exemplifies how sewing extends beyond clothing into other realms of artistry. Welsh Lady using a Singer Sewing Machine showcases how these machines brought convenience even to rural areas, empowering individuals with their own creative abilities while connecting communities through shared experiences. Lastly, Wheeler & Wilson industrial sewing machine engraving from c1890 illustrates how technology advanced alongside the art of sewing, enabling faster and more efficient production.