Accessories for the ladies' costume and tools to help make them
from
Harper House
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Princess
Anne Style
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Tall
/ height
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BATPARW-8......$22.00 White |
10" Tall8" lace parasol
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BATPARB-8.......$22.00
Black
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BATPARW-12......$30.00
White
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15" Tall12" Lace Parasol
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BATPARB-12........$30.00 Black |
BATPARW-15..........$35.00
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21" Tall15" Lace Parasol
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BATPARB-15 ..........$35.00 Black |
BATPARW-17.........$45.00 White |
23" Tall
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BATPARB-17..........$45.0 |

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Paper Parasol |
Paper Parasol
Bamboo and paper parasol. 23 inches wide to shade m'lady's face.
SF-AC93.......$11.00
Victorian Sewing Bird
This
beautiful sewing bird is an exact replica of the 1890s original.
It is 4 1/2” high, made with brass plating and if fully functional as a
sewing accessory or as a lovely
Victorian accent. Packed
in a velour box with satin lining,
this tool will be come treasured for generations.
LA-LV10.........$28.00
The Picken Square
by Lacis

A universal tool which combines a large square, a set of drafting curves and 8 different proportional scales for pattern design and layout. Originally developed in 1916 by the Women's Institute of Domestic Arts and Sciences. Includes a 28 page book of complete instructions including the drafting of a basic waist. Made of heavy plastic, printed on both sides. Comes in two sizes the original is 27" and a 13.5" half size for drafting of doll costumes.
LA-LC89 27"............$34.00
LA-LF05 13.5".........$26.00
Basic
Needle Tatting Kit
This kit contains 3 needle set (sizes 7-0, 5-0 and 3-0), a wrist ball holder, 8" round linen center and two balls of #5 Perle cotton.
This is a fun item and great for the very beginning tatter (like me).
LA-LX10...............$18.00
Hook
Tatting
Hook Set of 4 in sizes #4 (2.0mm), #1 (2.5mm), #0 (3.0mm) and #00 (3.5mm). A unique tatting method suited to any traditional tatting pattern using any size threads or yarns.
Basic instructions for use are included.
LA-LF25.............$24.00
Needle Threader/ Needle Case

Combination Needle Threader and Needle Case from Heritage Crafts.
This is a very convenient tool to hang from your Chatelaine. Available in silver plate or brass
HC146Silver..........$32.00
HC146Brass.............$24.00
Gold (plated) Cupid Chatelaine Pin
HCCPDG...........$38.00
Goldtoned chain for the Gold Chatelaine HCCHNB..........$5.00
Silver Cupid Chatelaine
HCCPDS.........$36.00
Silver toned chain for the silver chatelaine HCCHNS......$5.00
Stitcher's Foursome.
This set is made up of a matching seam ripper, stiletto, needle case and molded beeswax, all tied together with matching ribbon and gift boxed. Available in solid brass or silverplate.
HC136Brass.......$33.50
HC136Silver.......$54.50
Seam
Ripper (Center)
This is a very high quality seam ripper blade to which a fancy hand-turned solid brass or silver-plated handle is attached. Like the other tools on this page, it has a ring for attaching to a chatelaine. 3 1/2" long when closed.
HC104Brass..........$12.00
HC 104Silver..........$19.00
Stiletto
(Right)
A recreation of an antique sewing tool, this stiletto has many uses. It can be used to remove fine stitching, for easing extra fabric under the foot of the sewing machine, or for doing trapunto work (stuffed quilting). 3 1/2" long when closed. Has a loop for hanging.
HC105Brass.......$11.50
HC105Silver.......$18.50
Needle Threader
The ultimate in needle threaders (left), this will turn heads at your quilt group. A standard wire threader has been made to match the other accessories in this group.
HC134Brass.......$12.00
HC134Silver........$19.00
Needle
Cases
The needle cases offered here are approximately 3" long, with an attached ring for hanging. HC112 matches the needlework accessories above, HC109 has a thistle design. Both are available in either solid brass or silverplate.
HC112Brass........$12.00
HC112Silver.........$19.00
HC109Brass..........$14.00
HC109Silver...........$21.00
Thimble Case
Every thimble deserves a pretty case and we have two to offer you. Each one is 2" high, 1" diameter and lined in Ultrasuede. HC209 has an embossed scroll pattern while HC211 has a spiral groove running around its barrel. Both have screw-on caps with loops for hanging and are available in solid brass or silverplate.
HC209Brass........$25.00
HC209 Silver........$35.00
Spiral
Thimble Case (described above)
HC211Brass...........$25.00
HC211Silver...........$35.00

19th Century Chatelaine Safety Scissors
A fine sharp pointed embroidery scissors for using on neck chain or chatelaine. Reproduced from late 19th century original. Silver toned finish only.
LA-LB38.........$18.95
Molded
Beeswax - Beeswax is indispensable to the hand sewer. One pass across it with your
thread and tangles and knots are prevented. These pretty molded shapes have a ribbon
attached and they are a nice compliment to the fancy needle tools. You may choose
the shape or leave the choice to us. (If a shape is preferred, please note bear, shell or
heart in the note area of the order form.)
HC117.........$1.80 each
Tambour
Needle Kit
The preferred tool for "Tambour" or "French Frame Beading", as well a general chain stitch embroidery, couching and embroidered net lace. Includes three needles, #70 (extra fine), #90 (medium) and #110 (heavy); a wooden handle with brass needle grip, a carrying vial and instructions.
LA-LB79..........$16.00/set
Tambour
Work
by Yusai Fukuyama
Tambour work, from it's eastern origins, has become the preferred embroidery technique of haute couture and decorative bead embroidery. It has likewise been the popular technique for the Irish embroidered tulle laces.
Essentially a chain stitch technique, its myriad forms are fully explored through photos and drawings. 120 pages, 99 photographs and 194 diagrams and pattern drawings.
LABA18.........$25.00