Dublin Core
Title
Shadow box wreath
Subject
Social & Cultural
Description
This shadow box containing a hand-crafted wreath made of feathers, yarn, and chenille in a floral design is a fine example of women’s home craft. Wreaths such as this are particularly associated with the Victorian era. This example has incredible detail and was crafted by Mrs. W.E. Stevens and displayed in her Madison Street home.
Throughout the last century many do-it-yourself (diy) home decor trends have changed the appearance of Waukesha homes. Wreaths have long been a home trend, with each generation interpreting the form with new materials. From yarn and chenille, to burlap and felt today, generations of Waukeshonians have enjoy craft pursuits.
Fabric and textile crafts have supported specialty stores in the city. Frank’s Sewing Center (now Sew Much More), opened by Frank Kruchoski on Main St. in 1973, has provided sewing notions, fabric, and equipment repair and sales for generations of fabric artists, sewers, quilters, and customers.
Artisans and crafts persons have found new outlets for their work in the 21st century. Online marketplaces available through social media and e-retailer websites have created a new generation of homemade and cottage industry produced home goods.
Donor: William Seeley
Adopt an Artifact Sponsor: Sew Much More
Throughout the last century many do-it-yourself (diy) home decor trends have changed the appearance of Waukesha homes. Wreaths have long been a home trend, with each generation interpreting the form with new materials. From yarn and chenille, to burlap and felt today, generations of Waukeshonians have enjoy craft pursuits.
Fabric and textile crafts have supported specialty stores in the city. Frank’s Sewing Center (now Sew Much More), opened by Frank Kruchoski on Main St. in 1973, has provided sewing notions, fabric, and equipment repair and sales for generations of fabric artists, sewers, quilters, and customers.
Artisans and crafts persons have found new outlets for their work in the 21st century. Online marketplaces available through social media and e-retailer websites have created a new generation of homemade and cottage industry produced home goods.
Donor: William Seeley
Adopt an Artifact Sponsor: Sew Much More
Date
1890's
Rights
Waukesha County Historical Society & Museum