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Blue Worsted TapeIn 1785 the General Carleton, an English ship, sank off the coast of Poland. One blue wool (faded on the outside to brown in the sea water) double breasted sailor's jacket was excavated from the wreck between 1995 and 1996. This sailor's jacket had 1/4" blue wool binding enclosing all outside raw edges. Medium blue 80/3 linen thread will work well for hand sewing. 7/8" (22 mm) $3.50/yd. |
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Dark Indigo Blue WorstedIn The Virginia Gazette of 1770, "Run away. . . AN apprentice lad. . . had on a light coloured frieze coat, with a small cape to it, and bound with ferreting". Navy blue 35/2 linen thread matches this tape well. 7/8" (22 mm) $3.50/yd. |
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Brown Worsted TapeBrown worsted lace was used as trim on civilian clothing. In 1766, in The Virginia Gazette, "RUN away . . . four convict servant men (ENGLISHMEN) . . . [one of them] by trade a baker . . . had on when he went away . . . double-milled drab coloured broadcloth breeches bound with worsted binding". Brown 35/2 linen thread match this tape well. 7/8" (22 mm) $3.50/yd. |
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Natural White Worsted TapeNatural white worsted lace was used as trim on British sergeant's coats. White worsted tape may also be used on civilian clothing. In 1745, in The Virginia Gazette, "RAN away from the Subscriber, living in . . . Maryland . . . Two Servant Men; one of them is a Convict . . . a Smith by Trade; had on, or with him . . . a red Cloth Jacket and Breeches, with white Trimming". Off white 35/2 or 60/2 linen thread match this tape well. 1" (25 mm) $3.50/yd. Add 1" Natural White Worsted Tape to Cart Add 7/8" Natural White Worsted Tape to Cart Add 3/4" Natural White Worsted Tape to Cart Add 5/8" Natural White Worsted Tape to Cart |
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Red Worsted TapeIn 1752 "a white Servant Man" ran away as advertised in The Virginia Gazette. He "had on when he went away, a blue Cloth Coat and Breeches, faced, lined and trimmed with Red . . . he's an Englishman, and hath been in the Country about a Year; and pretends to be a Coachman". Scarlet 35/2 linen thread will match this for hand sewing. 7/8" (22 mm) $3.50/yd. Add 7/8" Red Worsted Tape to Cart |
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Yellow Worsted TapeIn 1775, in The New England Chronicle, or Essex Gazette, "Left in a Barn on this Side Charlestown, a Bed, two Bolsters and Pillows, in a blue Curtain, trimmed with yellow" from personal communication with Mike Barbieri. Canary yellow 50/3 and 80/3 linen thread is a shade lighter than this tape but will blend well when hand sewing. 3/4" (19 mm) $3.50/yd.1/2" (13 mm) $2.85/yd. 3/8" (10 mm) $2.75/yd. Add 3/4" Yellow Worsted Tape to Cart |
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Gold Worsted TapeIn 1783 The Proceedings of the Old Bailey a court case recorded a constable was brought to the stand as a witness in a theft case. The constable said, "here is one green coat with gold binding, which I have seen on his back, or something similar to that; I make no doubt but it is the same." Both 50/3 or 80/3 orange yellow linen thread match this tape well. 1/2" (13 mm) wide $2.85/yd. |
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Black Worsted TapeIn the The Proceedings of the Old Bailey, London in 1773 a man "went to a public house to take a description of the man; they said he was dressed in a white waistcoat with black binding". When hand sewing this linen try 35/2 black linen thread.
3/4" (19 mm) $3.50/yd. Add 3/4" Black Worsted Tape to Cart |
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Highlander Green Worsted TapeIn 1767, in The Boston Post Boy, included "Ran away . . . an Irish indented Servant . . . had on when he went away, which was last Evening, a Felt Hat trimmed with green" from personal communication with Mike Barbieri. Green 35/2 linen thread match this tape well but the 80/3 medium green is only a slight bit off as well. 7/8" (22 mm) $3.50/yd. |
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Green Worsted TapeIn 1770, in The Virginia Gazette, "RUN away . . . a Mulatto fellow . . . [he had on] a dark coloured coat and waistcoat bound". Green 35/2 linen thread match this tape well. 5/8" (16 mm) $3.00/yd. |
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Natural White Worsted Wool Hat BraidIn the Newport Mercury in 1776 "DESERTED . . . from Capt. Aimelech Rigg's company, in Colonel William Richmond's regiment, a private . . . had on . . . a black hat bound with white". Off white 35/2 or 60/2 linen thread match this tape well. 1 1/4" (32 mm) wide $5.65/yd |
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Dutch Linen TapeLinen tape, finely woven in a natural color is a strong tape which takes to dyeing when necessary. Use the 3/4" for binding the tops of petticoats it will hold both pleats or gathered edges well. Allow enough tape to tie the back panel directly in front and the front panel in back to best hold up your 18th century petticoats. Use the 1/2" for binding pockets and stays. The 1/4" may be used for stay tape, stay lacing, tieing the back of breeches and for inserting in button shanks. Directions for securely sewing buttons into a garment using 1/4" linen tape are found in The Workman's Guide to Tailoring Stitches. Directions for securely sewing linen tape on to a garment are found in The Lady's Guide to Plain Sewing Book II. In 1757 in The Proceedings of the Old Bailey, London "John Mungotroid was indicted for stealing . . . 3038 yards of linen tape, 175 yards of quality binding." 1/4" $1.25/yd. Add Dutch Linen Tape by the Yard to Cart 1/4" $40.50/36 yd. roll save 10% |
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Narrow Cotton TapeCotton tape rolled into convenient 10 yard rolls are available in many sizes. The 1/8" and 1/4" may be used as ties for ladies caps, and bonnets, stay laces, and to tie the back of breeches. The 1/4" may be used for inserting in button shanks the directions for this method are found in The Workman's Guide to Tailoring Stitches. The 3/8", 1/2", come in white and natural and work well for tying petticoats, aprons, and cloaks. Directions for securely sewing cotton tape on to a garment are found in The Lady's Guide to Plain Sewing Book II. In 1783 in The Proceedings of the Old Bailey, London "WILLIAM HATCHMAN was indicted for feloniously stealing . . . 24 yards of cotton tape, value 4 s." 1/8" $2.00 each please specify white or natural |
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Eighth Inch Natural Cotton Cord
This 1/8 inch (4 mm) cotton cord is sold by the yard (91 cm). Although this is cotton, linen cord of this type is often found as lacing in stays and tying the backs of breeches. For example, there is a trade card from 1757-1758 advertising "stay straps, ferrets & french cord" at William Goodwin, haberdasher, at the Sun & Falcon. 1/8" $0.60/yd. |
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Wide Cotton TapeOne inch cotton twill tape is sold in 10 yard rolls in white, natural, and black or in 100 yard rolls in white and natural. Cotton twill tape of this size is often used for binding the bottom of linen or cotton petticoats. $3.50 Please specify white or natural. $4.50 Black. Add White or Natural Cotton Twill Tape to Cart |
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Wide Cotton Tape in Colors
Wide cotton twill tape in colors is sold by the yard. Cotton twill tape of this size is often used for binding the bottom of linen or cotton petticoats. 7/8" (22 mm) $0.55-$1.00/yd. 1" (25.4 mm) $1.00/yd. Add 7/8" Brown Cotton Twill Tape to Cart Add 7/8" Orange Cotton Twill Tape to Cart Add 7/8" Claret Cotton Twill Tape to Cart Add 7/8" Olive Cotton Twill Tape to Cart Add 1" Light Blue Cotton Twill Tape to Cart Add 1" Light Brown Cotton Twill Tape to Cart |
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Heavy 1 1/4" Cotton Twill Tape for Galuses/Braces/SuspendersOne and 1/4 inch heavy cotton twill tape similar to belting is sold by the yard. We worked with Kannik's Korner to be sure this is what they would like to see used for galuses on their trousers pattern. |
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Hooks and EyesHooks and eyes made of blackened wire are available and sold by the set. Directions for securely sewing hooks and eyes are found in The Lady's Guide to Plain Sewing Book II. These were used to close garments such as men's coats and to cock hats. They may be used in conjunction with a pair of ties to help keep a women's cloak shut as well and there is an unusual sample from 1738 The Virginia Gazette of a "RUN away . . . a Servant Man . . . he is an Irishman . . . He carried . . . one Half thick Wastecoat, with Hooks and Eyes, instead of Buttons". In 1774 London recorded in the The Proceedings of the Old Bailey during the trial of some highwaymen a witness stated, "I am a taylor: I made this coat for the prosecutor; I finished it on the 9th of April; I am sure it is the same; I made it myself; I know my own work perfectly well; the hooks and eyes are taken out, here are the marks where they were." Add Small Wire Hook and Eye Set to Cart Add Wire Hook and Eye Set to Cart small 3 sets for $0.50 |
Each medium hook and eye is 1/2" long and hooked they are 7/8" long. Each large is about 3/4" long and hooked they are 1 3/8" long.  The small hook is 1/2" (1.3 cm), the eye is 1/4" (6.4 mm) long. Linked they are just short of 3/4" long.  |
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Metallic Gold LaceDuring the 18th century each officer went to his own tailor for clothing. Therefore there was no regulation officer's lace. The same gold lace on an officer's coat could be found on civilian clothing. For example in The Proceedings of the Old Bailey in 1775 there was a trial for three thieves who "were indicted for stealing . . . a blue silk waistcoat, trimmed with gold lace, value fifteen shillings". $3.95/yd. Add 1/2" Bias & Stand Metallic Gold Lace to Cart $3.95/yd. Add 1/2" Double Vellum Metallic Gold Lace to Cart $3.95/yd. Add 1/2" Blue & Gold Lace, Evenly Spaced to Cart $5.95/yd. Add 1 1/4" Metallic Gold Navy Lace to Cart $7.95/yd. |
Metallic 1 1/4" gold navy lace which is only one of several to choose from.  |
Metallic Gold AnchorsThese metallic anchors are 1 3/4" (45 mm) long and 1 1/2" (4 cm) wide. They are made of vintage thread on a fabric backing. Metallic anchors were used in various parts of navel uniforms particularly on caps, epaulettes and the turn backs of coats. To see a very similar anchor on a pair of captain's epaulettes see the National Maritime Museum's collections. A livery suit of a servant of a navel officer could also have a metallic anchor on it. $10.00 each. |
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Torchon LaceTorchon is of Belgian origin by tradition and is now made all over the world as primary lace since it includes all of the structures of bobbin laces. Other named laces adopted specific structures as their trademarks. Built on a 45 degree angle, it is perfect for geometric designs. Totchon lace was inexpensive and strong. Our Torchon lace is hand made of white 120/2 linen thread by Kate Henry in the Illinois Territory and is reproduced from originals used during the early to late 18th century. This lace may be used as an edging or insertion. This would make a subtle but striking edging on a woman's cap, shift, gown or handkerchief. For example in The Pennsylvania Ledger in 1775 "Run away . . . an Irish Servant Woman . . . Had on and took with her . . . a lace cap with a white ribbon round it" as cited in Wives, Slaves, and Servant Girls. $2.00/inch |
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Cluny LaceCluny lace is sold by the inch and was named for Cluny, France. Charecteristics of Cluny lace are a heavy bobbin lace made of ivory-white heavy threads. Our Cluny lace is hand made of off white 80/2 linen thread by Kate Henry in the Illinois Territory and is a reproduction of a type used in the early to late 18th century. This would make a bold edging on a woman's cap, gown or handkerchief but was more common on houshold items such as table and bed linens. For example in The Proceedings of the Old Bailey, London in 1767 "Catharine Saunders and Mary Gibbons, spinsters, were indicted for stealing nine yards of linen lace, value 20 s. and ten yards of linen edging lace, value 8 s." $2.00/inch |
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1/4" Silk Satin Ribbon
The armband of women's shifts, especially in the first half of the 18th century, were sometimes tied with quarter inch silk ribbon in place of sleeve buttons. Necklaces of black silk ribbon with a cross below are often seen especially on French women and girls but ribbons were also simply tied around the neck or strung with beads or pearls. Quarter inch silk ribbon may also be used to decorate gowns. In The Proceedings of the Old Bailey, London of 1770 "Edward Holmes, Hannah Riddal, and Eliz. Soddi, spinsters, were indicted for making an assault on Elizabeth, wife of Michael Pever, in a certain field and open place, near the King's highway, putting her in corporal fear and danger of her life, and taking from her . . . a silk ribbon, value 5 d." and later in the same proceeding "Soddi took my necklace and ribbon off." $1.00/yd. |
Quarter inch wide silk ribbon in scarlet red and black. |
1/2" Silk Satin RibbonNecklaces of black silk ribbon with a cross below are often seen especially on French women and girls but ribbons were also simply tied around the neck. Half inch silk ribbon may also be used to decorate gowns, hats, and caps. Cited in the book Wives, Slaves, and Servant Girls a 1770 ad in The Pennsylvania Gazette included "Run away . . . an Irish servant girl . . . brown hair, wears sometimes ribbons, and sometimes caps". $2.00/yd. Add 1/2 Inch Blue or Black Silk Ribbon to Cart Add 1/2 Inch Red, Peach, or Light Pink Silk Ribbon to Cart |
Half inch wide silk ribbon in blue, and black. 
Half inch wide silk ribbon in red, peach, and light pink. 
Half inch wide silk ribbon in claret, olive green, and light olive green. |
3/4" Silk Satin RibbonSilk ribbon of 3/4" (18 mm) width has many uses such as accenting a chip (aka straw) hat, cap, or gown. But 3/4" silk ribbon may also be tied around the neck. For example look at this 1769 maid servant's use of silk ribbon in both her cap and around her neck from The Lewis Walpole Library Digital Collection. In The Virginia Gazette of 1751 "RAN away . . . a white Servant Woman . . . has a little of the Irish Brogue, but denies that Country . . . having stole an Ash colour'd Camblet Gown, tied at the Sleeves with blue Ribbons". $2.50/yd. Add 3/4 Inch Pale Blue, Blue, or Peach Silk Ribbon to Cart Add 3/4 Inch Red, Pink, or Gold Silk Ribbon to Cart |
Three quarter inch wide silk ribbon in pale blue, blue, and peach. 
Three quarter inch wide silk ribbon in red, pink, and gold. 
Three quarter inch wide silk ribbon in green and olive green. |
1" Silk Satin RibbonSilk ribbon of 1" (2.4 cm) width has many uses such as decorating a native American Indian rap skirt or accenting a chip (aka straw) hat. In The Pennsylvania Gazette of 1772 "Run away . . . an indented servant woman . . . had on, and took with her . . . a clean cap, with a black sattin ribbon, tied round her head, and brought under her chin" as cited in Wives, Slaves, and Servant Girls. $3.25/yd. Add 1 Inch Claret, Dark Green, or Navy Blue Silk Ribbon to Cart Add 1 Inch Violet, Brown, or Blue Silk Ribbon to Cart Add 1 Inch Olive Green, Pink, or Yellow Silk Ribbon to Cart Add 1 Inch Black Silk Ribbon to Cart Add 1 Inch Dark Olive Green, Ivory and Scarlet Red Silk Ribbon to Cart |
One inch wide silk ribbon in claret, dark green, and navy blue. 
One inch wide silk ribbon in violet, brown, and blue. 
One inch wide silk ribbon in olive green, pink, and yellow. 
One inch wide silk ribbon in dark olive green, ivory, and scarlet red. |
1 1/2" Silk Satin RibbonSilk ribbon of this width has several uses including to accent chip (aka straw) hats or for the sash of girl's white gowns. For example cited in Wives, Slaves, and Servant Girls The Pennsylvania Gazette of 1773, "Run Away . . . an Irish servant girl . . . had on, and took with her . . . a chip hat, with a red ribbon round the crown of it". $4.80/yd. |
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2" Silk Satin RibbonSilk ribbon of this width has several uses including to accent chip (aka straw) hats or for the sash of girl's white gowns. For example cited in Wives, Slaves, and Servant Girls The Pennsylvania Gazette of 1773, "Run Away . . . an Irish servant girl . . . had on, and took with her . . . a chip hat, with a red ribbon round the crown of it". $6.40/yd. |
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