Vintage embroidery magazine Le Journal des Brodeuses 1951 vintage pattern

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Description

This document is an original copy of "Journal des Brodeuses" (Embroiderers' Journal), a professional embroidery magazine, dated January 1, 1951 (Year 1951, Number 670). The cover, richly illustrated with a black and white floral frame, displays the title in large stylized letters, accompanied by the note "Paraît provisoirement le 1er de chaque mois" (Temporarily published on the 1st of each month) and the editorial office address in Lyon (22, rue d’Algérie). The visible page also includes the issue's table of contents, listing topics such as bibs, tea towels, patterns for children's dresses, monograms, alphabets for linen, and various textile accessories.

The lower part of the page offers full-size patterns, including two bibs designed with decorative motifs and a child's motif adorned with dragonflies and flowers. The lines are clear, printed in black on a cream background, and the readability of the details is good. A "Médaille et Diplôme à l’Exposition de Lyon 1914" (Medal and Diploma at the Lyon Exhibition 1914) vignette also attests to the publication's recognition in the professional embroidery field.

The paper shows a uniform patina, typical of old publications, with signs of wear on the margins (slight brown stains, dog-eared corners, small visible creases). No major tears are apparent on the photographed area. The inscriptions, lettering, and motifs remain clear despite the document's age.

In the upper right corner are the journal's number (N° 670) and a discreet handwritten annotation. The page is partially folded, revealing the pattern structure, which highlights the journal's utilitarian purpose for embroiderers and seamstresses of the time. The graphic style, very representative of the early 1950s, combines ornamental elegance and technical clarity.

This type of publication was intended for professional and amateur embroiderers, offering monthly patterns to reproduce, alphabets, monograms, and practical advice for making linen, children's clothing, and personalized textile accessories.

The visible table of contents includes: 2 bibs, tea towel, pillowcase, various alphabets, carnation for combination, child's apron, dress pattern, doily, napkin corners, and monograms.

Condition

Used item sold as is, with visible signs of wear on the edges, period patina, and some superficial stains. The whole remains legible and usable for any research or reproduction of old motifs.

Did you know? The "Journal des Brodeuses" was an essential reference for French embroiderers for a large part of the 20th century, disseminating original patterns and designs every month. Its founder, F. Laurent, was recognized for the quality of his publications, which contributed to the transmission of traditional textile know-how.

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