In reply to Heather Lobbezoo. Without seeing the plate I couldn't be sure, but ...
Hello, Do you know what Llama fringe is? I found it in a description of a dinner dress in a print from 1861 i think.
In reply to Mary LS. Wash silk was a soft silk with a dull finish that could be...
Have you heard of washer silk or washing silk? It's a term I remember hearing to describe possibly a poorer quality silk around ww2? However, I can't find any references to it anywhere.
I just read your article and I have to say that it's fantastic! The information you provide in the post is really interesting. You mentioned a lot of things which are relevant for me, especially ...
Ads for fabric in 1794 talk about Scotch Sheeting, so you know what this material was like or used for?
Have you seen fabric stickers that were used on bolts of fabrics in the late 1800s and early 1900s. They are quite elegant, palm-sized in gold or silver. I have four from my grandmother.
What is "superfine"? A fabric frequently referred to in stories of the 1800's. Often for men's suit coats.
awesome job dear please what kind of clothe is worn by Flora Tristan in her portrait
In reply to Rosie. Have you clicked through the links to the full blog posts? A...