"1) Reticule: Entirely hand stitched white cotton. U shape with ruched strip connectin g front and back. Embroidered in stem, outline and satin stitches, white cotton. Initials E.M. and 1812 on one side; little grape sprig bouquet on reverse. Drawstring. 3” long. 2) Pocketbook: Entirely hand stitched. Cardboard base covered with cotton or linen, and then white silk. Red thread edging with skimpy fringe; scalloped flap with pink silk ribbon tie. Tarlatan ‘page’ edged with same finish; 2 tiny red felt hearts with embroidered “S,” and cream wool flannel leaf. 1 1/4” x 2” folded."