Bib
Object/Artifact
Variety of small machine stitched bibs, purchased because 4 have backings of what would have been an “old” handspun, handwoven linen m’s and o’s towel. Those 4 made in square shape of fine dimity 1-2) two edged with simple eyelet edging; bound with twill tape 3-4) other two with a herringbone stitched braid. Bound with twill tape, extended into ties. Three more square ones made of diamond quilted dimity, backed with a napped diaper weave and edged with narrow eyelet edging (one of a slightly different design). Neck finished with twill tape, narrow ties of thin linen tape. Three made of fine dimity, pointed bottoms, backed with plain muslin, necks bound with same."
G2002.181.1-4
Bruce and Susan Greene Costume Collection
1880 - 1900
User Age: Infant Gender: Neutral
American
bib
infant
baby
machine stitched
linen
dimity
eyelet
herringbone stitched braid
herringbone stitch
braid
twill tape
muslin
diaper weave