Wednesday 28 November 2012

Vintage embroidery transfers



At ebid i have a selection of vintage embroidery transfers ideal for hand embroidery most date to the late 1930's. Why not purchase one or more of my transfers and create a handmade cushion cover, pillow case, handkerchief or tea cosy. Most hand embroidered items are made using chain stitch, blanket stitch, running stitch, satin stitch and satin stitch.
Vintage embroidery transfers


Monday 26 November 2012

1920's star Norma Talmadge


Norma Talmadge was born in 1894 an American Actress and film producer of the silent era. Thelma's most famous film was Smilin Through made in 1922, other films included Within the law (1923, Secrets (1924), The Lady (1925), kIki (1926), New York Nights (1928) and a tale of two cities (1911).

Thursday 22 November 2012

Vintage Hats

Treat yourself to something a little more stylish than a knitted cap this winter.  Here is a selection of fur trimmed or velvety soft hats that will enhance your hairstyle rather than flatten it.









Friday 16 November 2012

Parrot & Thimble

No its not the name of a Pub lol.
I recently sold a job lot of old plastic and metal thimbles to a lovely Ebid  buyer and one of the plastic thimbles is now a drinking vessel for their parrot. What a novel idea I would never have thought of that.


Wednesday 14 November 2012

Can anyone date this old photo


When was this photo taken and how old is the couple? Are they in their 30's, 40's or older?
Is this the same lady ?



Sunday 4 November 2012

Add Some Christmas Bling To Your Party Outfit

Here are some eye-catching buttons to add a splash of glitter to your Christmas party outfit! Changing the buttons on a jacket or cardigan can give a whole new look to an outfit. Don't feel you have to stick to a set of buttons - mix and match buttons of similar size for a style that no one else can copy!

This collection of antique and vintage glass buttons would look lovely on an evening cardigan, or clustered on a bracelet. They cost £5.00 for nine buttons.

These chunky, vintage glass buttons would look great on a black or gold jacket... They cost £4.00 for four buttons
These weighty metal buttons have a stylised flower design and slightly domed profile. They would look stunning on an evening jacket. They cost £2.50 for eight buttons.

Posted by Julia of * Love Buttons HQ * Fire Horse Textiles on Folksy *