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Tools of the Needlework Craft - Embroidery and Needlepoint Hoops

Tools of the Needlework Craft  -  Embroidery and Needlepoint Hoops

These circular tools are created by the bending of wood strips into rounded frames. Each is a beautiful memento of the crafts of needlework. The collection shown in this post was put together as a gift to a family member who is the creator of many of the needlepoint pieces featured in other posts on this blog. These pieces can be found under the label needlepoint. They are the finished work which was assisted by the simple artifact of the hoop.








Tuesday, February 4, 2014

Mother of Pearl Compact - Family Memento

Mother of Pearl Compact  -  Family Memento

A makeup compact is a personal family memento charged with meaning.  The passing of a compact to another generation highlights the tools of grooming and beauty.  A brush and comb set or shaving kit are other personal artifacts that can capture special memories as mementos.  Featured in this post is a compact which has bridged a couple of generations so far.









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