by ann_jen | Dec 26, 2024 | Trips
Part 1: The Social Threads of Needlework – A Brief History of Tools and Their Meaning For as long as people have been twisting fibres into thread, needlework tools, such as, sewing & knitting needles, bobbins, thimbles, embroidery hoops or crochet hooks,...
by ann_jen | Dec 26, 2024 | Trips
Part 2: Beyond Gendered Roles – Men’s Influential Presence in Needlework Traditions While needlework tools often evoke images of domestic femininity, history reveals a more nuanced story. Men have played significant roles in the evolution of textile...
by ann_jen | Oct 3, 2024 | Trips
This brass paper clip from the late Victorian era features a bird’s head design, intricately detailed with featherwork and set with onyx glass eyes. The craftsmanship captures the bird’s naturalistic features, including a slender beak and expressive...
by dygiphy | Apr 17, 2023 | Trips
The world of antiques is filled with enchanting pieces that echo a rich and storied past. Among the myriad of timeless treasures, one must not overlook the exquisite elegance of the Royal Worcester Ernest Phillips cup and saucer sets. As true works of art, these...