Is it tatting? Is it knitted? Crocheted? What is the difference between bobbin lace and needle lace? The world of lace is large and complex, and proper identification is a key to selling...and...
Know Your Vintage Linens! I was inspired to write this guide when I saw four lovely embroidered Tea towels listed as Napkins on ebay. It is worthwhile to do some research before you list your items....
Found a linen treasure that you are willing to try cleaning on your own? Crocheted, tatted, and embroidered vintage items are beautiful but often are yellowed or stained. Through trial and error, I have found...
I frequently find old linens that are gorgeous and intact but have unsightly stains. Using patience and the method below, old linens often can be restored. In my experience, it is possible to remove stains...
INEXPENSIVE STIFFENING SOLUTION FOR CROCHET AND LACE WORK Please vote on this guide at the bottom of the page. I like to use this solution for my crochet work that needs to be stiffened because it is...
This Guide was written by me,little "B" to give you some "Helpful Hints" on Cleaning Restoring Vintage Antique Linens. I do not claim to be an "Expert On Cleaning" nor a "Professional Cleaner" just a Gal who...
What is Tatting? The French call it frivolité; for the Italians it’s occhi; to the Danish it’s orkis; in English it’s tatting, but no matter what the language, it’s still a fun way to make lace. Just what is...
COLLECTING VINTAGE VALENTINES DAY HANDKERCHIEFS I love all kinds of vintage linens and handkerchiefs, but I am unable to collect all I like. Since I like hearts better than anything I was drawn to collect...
FAKE 19th C CHINESE EMBROIDERED ANTIQUES (with 2008 updates) By Nicole la Bay \ After 6 years on eBay and being a collector of antique Chinese embroideries myself, I've seen SEVERAL WAVES of FAKES!And from...
Fairly often on eBay there exists honest confusion about whether an item is constructed of genuine mother-of-pearl or one of the imitation plastics, especially in such items as folding hand fans, straight...
