An unlikely fashion archetype emerged in France between the late seventeenth and early nineteenth centuries.
Before magazine advertising became popular, collectible trade cards marketed consumer products, including sewing thread, to the public.
Many revere Molière as a comedic genius, but he should also be recognized for his use of needlework references to comment on the narrow scope of women’s lives in his time.
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We offer up a poem, “The Needle,” to delight and amuse you. Share it with your stitching group, guild, or on social media.
Former PieceWork editor Veronica Patterson shares some of her treasured bags from around the world.
