{"product_id":"ancien-journal-le-journal-des-brodeuses-1950-broderie-lyon-motif-vintage","title":"Vintage Le Journal des Brodeuses 1950 embroidery Lyon vintage pattern","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis old issue of \"Journal des Brodeuses\" is a professional embroidery periodical, dated July 1st, 1950 (35th year, issue 684). The cover, richly illustrated with a black and white floral frame, features a graphic style typical of the mid-20th century. The main title, \"Le Journal des Brodeuses,\" is printed in decorative typography surrounded by plant motifs, highlighting the artistic orientation of the publication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe visible page also shows embroidery patterns, including two large drawn bib designs, as well as a pattern for a pocket corner. The designs feature arabesques, stylized floral compositions, and geometric details, all with great precision. The monochrome printing on period newsprint evokes a matte texture, slightly yellowed by time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the margin, editorial information can be found: the journal was published in Lyon, at 22 rue d'Algérie, under the direction of F. Laurent and Madame J. Laurent. Subscription rates, legal notices (legal deposit 230), and the table of contents are also visible, confirming the professional and didactic nature of the review. The table of contents announces various themes: bibs, blouses, trimmings, dress patterns, embroidered alphabets, monograms, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe layout is neat, typical of specialized reviews from the 1940s-50s, with a large emphasis on technical illustrations and patterns to reproduce. Some traces of handling and slight stains or marks are visible on the surface, testifying to the document's age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis journal was intended for professional or amateur embroiderers and seamstresses of the time, offering advice, patterns, and inspiration for hand embroidery. It constitutes an authentic testament to textile craftsmanship in France in the mid-20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed item, sold as is. Shows visible signs of wear: yellowing of the paper, small tears at the edges, stains and marks on the cover. Illustrations and text remain legible on the presented side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The \"Journal des Brodeuses\" was one of the leading periodicals for the art of embroidery in France between the late 19th century and the mid-20th century. Each month, it offered new patterns, alphabets, and technical advice, playing a key role in transmitting textile savoir-faire at a time when embroidery was a valued domestic skill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping are assured by a professional seller specializing in antique and vintage items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: old embroidery magazine, vintage embroidery pattern, Lyon embroidery magazine, 1950 embroidery periodical, antique textile motif, embroiderers' journal, retro embroidery pattern, specialized sewing press, embroidery magazine, embroidery France, old bib motif, professional embroidery journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54243637526855,"sku":"50335-df9c1419-50d0-40a1-bc07-44a22af6b572-PA0.47","price":2.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_4d1386aa-f1f1-4b94-9117-0d4bb15440ca.jpg?v=1782607416","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/ancien-journal-le-journal-des-brodeuses-1950-broderie-lyon-motif-vintage","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}