Pattern for an apron decorated with flowers and a lace edged bonnetCuffie da Cuginaapron pattern, bonnet pattern, flower embroidery, marcela bole

Square white cotton doyley with centre flower embroidery in white. Scalloped edging in button hole stitch.handcrafts, needlework, manchester, table linen

This item is an example of a handcrafted item and reflects the needlework skills of women in the early 20th century.Small hand-crafted linen doily with embroidered lace-like edging. Flower embroidery and the word "scones" sewn along bottom.Front - "scones"doily handcrafts needlework linen embroidery

Two white cotton collar pieces. Blue scalloped edging with blue flower embroidery. White cotton attached for tucking under neckline.costume accessories, collar accessories

Bought by donor in Glasgow in 1961.Cream silk dress in a traditional style, round neck, puffed sleeves and high yoke. The dress is decorated in machine lace and a small amount of flower embroidery in cream silkembroidery, scotland, surface stitchery, garments - childs, 1960-80

Embroidered picture of bunch of flowers, darned embroidery on fine linen.handcrafts, embroidery, needlework

Part of Betty Jones collectionBlack chiffon scarf, square. White flower pattern embroidery in one cornercostume, female underwear

BHS CollectionCamisole. Sleeveless. 5cm wide embroidered lace edges the neckline and arm holes. A 7cm wide peplum, with a spoke stitched hem. Three lace loops are sewn into the back of garment, two of which enclose the blue bird, and pink flower embroidery. Machine stitched.costume, female, underwear

Else Oertel and her daughter Else-Lore were interned in Camp 3A from 1940. Her husband was not interned as he was on a business trip to Germany when war broke out. Friedel Dehnel "Tante Fiffi" made the authentic Bavarian doll and clothes. Friedel, wife of Walter Dehnel, arrived as a young woman from Austria, working in the Victorian snowfields as a chef and was a champion skier. She then became a dressmaker for Melbourne society and insisted that she be interned to be with her husband. She made costumes for the internment camp plays and took over her husband's duties as a cook for Camp A when he was locked up for "insubordination". She was deported with her husband back to Germany after the war and cared for her orphaned nephews and nieces in Garmisch-Partenkirchen.Hand made Authentic Bavarian doll. He wears a bottle green woolen hat with light green band and white feather. Bottle green jacket with red trim on front opening and pockets. Red jumper with white pointed collar. Leather lederhosen with flower embroidery on waist and braces. Arms and legs made from hessian? Leather boots with laces. White knitted socks with green band. Hand sewn and painted face.else oertel, friedel dehnel, bavarian, doll, dressmaker, else-lore hukins

The maker Larissa Borodich was a guest tutor in the Guild in 2017 and left a picture as a sample of her work.Raised embroidery flower, embroidered with fresh water pearls, metal beads, blue stones and goldwork. Details are stitched in salmon silk . beading, embroidery

Label attached to record card states "Chinese Embroidery from the Royal Palace, Pekin J.M.S." Chinese sleeve embroidery bands, or wanxiu became popular in the late 19th century during the Qing Dynasty, evolving from the traditional Han cuff embroidery and Manchu styles. These detachable, decorated bands were added to women's informal jackets and robes, often featuring symbolic motifs like landscapes, flowers, and auspicious symbols. They served both a decorative function, displaying artistic skill and personal wishes, and a practical one by covering the sleeves when hands were folded at the waist. History and evolution: Origins: The practice of embroidering cuffs on robes existed during the previous Ming Dynasty for Han women, and this was adopted by the Manchu rulers who founded the Qing Dynasty. Qing Dynasty (1644-1911): The practice was popularized and elaborated upon during this era, with detachable bands becoming a fashionable element for informal wear. Symbolism: The embroidery included a complex visual vocabulary of wishes for a long life, many offspring, and a happy marriage, derived from nature, mythology, and classical literature. Functionality: Women would fold their arms, often with their hands inside the sleeves, so the embroidered bands, which were sewn to hang down the back of the jacket, would be displayed prominently down the front. 19th century peak: The late 19th century was the peak of their popularity, with intricate designs becoming fashionable and even influenced by court tastes, such as those favoured by the Empress Dowager Cixi. Later developments: The late 19th century saw the introduction of chemical 'aniline' dyes from Europe, leading to brighter, bolder colours in embroidery. Motifs and their Meanings: Auspicious symbols: Designs often included symbols for good fortune, wealth, and longevity. Natural imagery: Birds, flowers, and landscapes were common motifs that could represent natural beauty or convey specific symbolic meanings. Figurative scenes: Bands could also feature narrative scenes from classical stories or legends. The choice of motifs allowed women to express personal desires, cultural values, and aesthetic preferences, reflecting a more personal and informal style than official court attire. Pagoda: an omen of good. Two birds (possibly swallows): an omen approaching spring and also of approaching success. Rooster: a symbol of high rank (it's comb/crown (jinguan) is a pun for 'official' guan). Peony: a symbol of wealth. Deer (lu): means wealth and prosperity. Willow: a symbol of spring (chun). Willows with apricot blossoms (xinghuo), willlows (liu) and swallows (yan) symbolizes 'may you attend the spring banquet in the apricot grove (xinglin chunyan), or may you become a successful candidate. Pine: longevity. Mouth organ (sheng): is a pun for giving birth or 'to rise' as in rising in rank.Meaning : this pair of sleeve bands may have been wishing the owner of them good luck, success in an upcoming exam and that he may rapidly rise in rank, live a long life and continue to receive an official salary. Information from 'Hidden Meaning in Chinese Art' Terese Tse BartholomewFine white satin edged in shades oft blue silk flower embroidery. A fine example of Pekin knot stitch outlined with gold thread showing traditional Chinese motifs and figures. From bottom to top there is an outdoor scene with water and a building. Above this are flowers, hills, a rock formation, a pine and an animal (? pig or deer). Another building, blossoms and pine trees and a pot containing a cypress tree. Above the tree there is a male figure holding a bamboo pipe in one hand and a bird in the other. Further buildings follow, with a willow tree and two swallows flying.embroidery, garments, silk embroidery, late 19th century, china, trees, animals, pagoda

Used by Mrs Jean Ashcroft (nee Broad) and probably worked by her. She came from Galashiels ScotlandFine white linen table runner with drawn threadwork hem and whitework embroidery of flowers, leaves and ribbonnonemanchester, table linen

From the estate of the late Jean Ord, mother of the donor.A scalloped edge square mat with lace filled three petalled flowers at corners. Buttonhole stitched edging with satin stitch flowers. All white embroidery and material.handcrafts, embroidery, manchester, table linen

This postcard was hand-embroidered in France and sent to Australia during World War I. A large piece of silk would be hand-embroidered by French women with the same pattern 20 times or so, then the large completed piece would be sent to a factory to be cut up and the individual pieces mounted on card. They had varying themes and patterns, greetings such as happy birthday or thinking of you, featuring butterflies, flowers and sometimes patriotic flags of allied countries involved in the war. They were marketed to troops to send home to female members of the family and girlfriends. It was estimated 10 million silk postcards were produced in Europe between 1915 and 1919. During World War 1 postcards were a welcome means of personal communication for many people. Most information came from newspapers or broadcasts.A small Christmas postcard of fabric with embroidery of flowers around the British flag and "Happy Christmas" sewn along the bottom."I am still going well & strong Love to all Maurie"ww1-correspondence ww1 postcard

White cotton camisole with small pearl buttons. Scalloped edges and flower and cut out embroidery. Drawstring ties.costume, female underwear

These were worked by Mrs Elma Wright before she joined the Guild.Set of three round mats (1 large, 2 small) in blue, grey linen. Each has a circle of flowers in surface embroidery in stranded cotton in shades of burgundy and pink.embroidery, surface stitchery, mats, 1840-60, australia

White cotton with a very fine border (35 mms) of drawn thread embroidery. Delicate flower heads fill the corners.embroidery, handkerchiefs, 1900-20

Belonged to a Mrs Bowman of Bendigo, born 1840, died 1925Black satin hostess apron with a bib with colourful silk embroidery of flowers and a parrot. Wide black machine lace edging.embroidery, surface stitchery, late 19th century, australia, aprons

This fan was embroidered by Mrs Ethel Oates (O.B.E.) It is a leaf fan made of coffee organza and lace with shadow work embroidery of flowers and an insect.embroidery, fans

Hessian apron edged with blue binding. Wool embroidery - blue flowers with green leaves - top and bottom pocket (2) rope tiesdomestic items, laundering, costume, female working

Collected by Adele Grey and owned by Jenny Lang who was a member of the Embroiderers Guild of Victoria and held exhibitions of her work at the Arts & Crafts SocietyTwo White pillow shams (3861.1 and 3861.2) with white embroidery flower design and eyelet work in each corner and oval design in centre. 7cm crochet lace around edge. Make Reg No NA3861.1-2manchester, bedding

From the estate of Jenny LangOval piece of hand embroidery. Yellow flowers and two sets of leaves on purple silk background. Bound with gold metallic fabric and apricot silk.handcrafts, embroidery

Made for donor's mother by Vietnamese ladies in her house in Vietnam.White linen pillow case with a design of scrolls and flowers in white work embroidery and filet work. The back flap is closed with handmade Dorset style buttons.embroidery, vietnam, whitework, pillow case

BHS CollectionClothing. Cream lace camisole with fabric inserts. Fabric inserts have cut out flower embroidery. Front opening with centre panel of lace fastened on RHS with four press studs - two at neckline, two at waistline. Two front panels have rectangular fabric inserts on either side of the centre lace panel. Fabric panel at back extends under arms to front of bodice. No side seams. Waist has 4 cm lace border tapered slightly to waist. Wide U shaped neckline at front and back. Yoke made up of triangular lace pieces that join at the shoulders to from shoe string straps at the top of the shoulders. Scalloped edges along neckline. Below the yoke on the centre back, a triangular lace insert dips to 1 cm above the lace waist band.LHS front panel of fabric. Black ink stamp E Fry (twice) Smudged.costume, female, underwear

Donor, Mary Gilbert lived in Orbost 1905-1989 and was teacher/headmistress at Orbost High School 1927-1968. A local historian, she collected stories from local families, compiling the book "Personalities & Stories of the Early Orbost District"This item is of aesthetic significance and is an example of the skill and craftmanship of women in early times.A colourful embroidery of flowers, in bloom and bud. Leaves are variegated.Worked on a blue background and framed in a gold-coloured wooden frame. Frame has tiny raised leaves along sides.

White linen supper cloth with deep edging of fine cotton crochet lace. White mount mellick embroidery in flower and leaf pattern with lover's knot pattern in corner.manchester, table linen, handcrafts, needlework

Ecru textured cotton, design basket of flowers and sprays of flowers. Basket and leaves in silk embroidery and flowers in silk ribbon work. The mat's edge is marked in a scalloped shape. (no threads with kits).embroidery, silk embroidery, silk ribbon embroidery

Tea pot would have been covered with a thick tea cosy and this cover placed over the top as decoration.White teapot cover- semi-circle in shape and doubled. Hand made tatting edging and drawthread. Cut out embroidery of flowers in a basket on one side and diamond cutout pattern on the other.handcrafts, needlework, manchester, table linen

Off-white, muslin pillow sham with shadow embroidery depicting flowers, leaves, a bow and two butterflies in opposite corners. It has a 10 cm. wide scalloped, white lace border.bed linen., bed accessories.