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Sewing Collection (page 8)

"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

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Sewing Collection: Mlle. Boisso, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
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Sewing Collection: Laura Le Clair & Lottie Forbes, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
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Sewing Collection: H. D. Glentworth, between 1855 and 1865. Creator: Unknown
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Sewing Collection: Sioux and Arrapahoe Indian Delegations, between 1865 and 1880. Creator: Unknown
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Sewing Collection: Group of Sioux Indians 'Spotted Tail'(photo c. 1875). Creator: Unknown
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Sewing Collection: Ein new Modelbuch... title page (recto), October 22, 1524. Creator: Johann Schonsperger the Younger
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Sewing Collection: Schon Neues Modelbuch, 1597. Creator: Johann Sibmacher
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Sewing Collection: Design for the Verso of a Cross-Shaped Pendant Above a Pair of Oval Ornaments and A... before 1573
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Sewing Collection: Title Plate, from Pendant Designs with Architectural Elements and Vegetal-Arabesque... before 1573
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Sewing Collection: Plate 45: Embroidered Bedspread (St. James): From Portfolio 'Spanish Colonial... ', 1935 / 1942
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Sewing Collection: Round Sampler, c. 1936. Creator: Eva Wilson
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Sewing Collection: Economy Handkerchief and Mitts, c. 1938. Creator: Eva Wilson
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Sewing Collection: Sampler, c. 1938. Creator: Eva Wilson
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Sewing Collection: Embroidered Collar, c. 1938. Creator: Eva Wilson
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Sewing Collection: Victorian Shelf Drapery, c. 1940. Creator: Vera Van Voris
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Sewing Collection: Economy Sewing Supply Holder, c. 1938. Creator: Eva Wilson
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Sewing Collection: Pincushion, c. 1936. Creator: Vera Van Voris
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Sewing Collection: Sewing Settee, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Vera Van Voris
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Sewing Collection: Economy Night Cap, c. 1938. Creator: Eva Wilson
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Sewing Collection: Sampler, c. 1936. Creator: Eva Wilson
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Sewing Collection: Beaded Silk Bag, c. 1938. Creator: Carmel Wilson
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Sewing Collection: Silk Couch Cover, c. 1938. Creator: Carmel Wilson
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Sewing Collection: Embroidered Stool Cover, c. 1939. Creator: Carmel Wilson
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Sewing Collection: Cross Stitch, c. 1938. Creator: Elmer Weise
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Sewing Collection: Bag, c. 1941. Creator: Georgine E. Mason
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Sewing Collection: Embroidered Rug, c. 1937. Creator: Dorothy Lacey
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Sewing Collection: Ingrain Carpet, c. 1937. Creator: Dorothy Lacey
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Sewing Collection: Gros Point Needlework - Flowers, c. 1939. Creators: Ivar Julius, Albert Rudin
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Sewing Collection: Caswell Carpet, c. 1936. Creator: Dorothy Lacey
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Sewing Collection: Bag, c. 1936. Creator: William High
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Sewing Collection: Quilt, c. 1937. Creator: William High
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Sewing Collection: Bag, c. 1937. Creator: Gene Luedke
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Sewing Collection: Crazy Quilt, c. 1938. Creator: Dolores Haupt
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Sewing Collection: Beaded Bag, c. 1941. Creator: Dolores Haupt
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Sewing Collection: Suspender, c. 1930. Creator: Dolores Haupt
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Sewing Collection: Hooked Rug, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Dorothy Lacey
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Sewing Collection: Silk-straw Reticule, 1935 / 1942. Creator: Dolores Haupt
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Sewing Collection: Knit Beaded Bag, c. 1938. Creator: Dolores Haupt
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Sewing Collection: Hand Made Quilt, c. 1938. Creator: Florence Hastings
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Sewing Collection: Blackwork Designs with Various Mammals and Birds, Plate 5 from a Series of Blackwork... after 1622
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Sewing Collection: Needlework Panel, Portugal, Late 17th century. Creator: Unknown
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Sewing Collection: Mans Court Badge, China, 1880 / 1900, Qing dynasty (1644-1911). Creator: Unknown
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Sewing Collection: Buzi (Court Rank Badge), China, 1825 / 50, Qing dynasty(1644-1911). Creator: Unknown
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Sewing Collection: Blackwork Designs with Flowers, Plate 6 from a Series of Blackwork Ornaments combine... after 1622
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Sewing Collection: Part of a Skirt, India, Late 19th century. Creator: Unknown
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Sewing Collection: Boys Baijia Pao ('One Hundred Household'Robe), China, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), 1850 / 1900
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Sewing Collection: Blackwork Designs with Flowers and Commedia dell Arte Figures, Plate 4 from a Series... after 1622
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Sewing Collection: Patchwork Picture: 'Gossips', c. 1938. Creator: Carmel Wilson


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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.