Very little is know about the origin of Chicken Scratch embroidery. It was a popular technique of embroidery in the 1930's-1950's in the United States. It is always worked on gingham check fabric. Some other names for it were Depression lace, Amish embroidery, and snowflake embroidery. (source: needlepointers.com)
I washed and pressed this apron and I was amazed at the work that went into it for such a simple piece that would be worn around the house.
There is even a row of stitching around the waistband.
Also, a little row of stitching on the top of the pocket.
How pretty the gingham looks embellished with the design.
If you have any information on the history of Chicken Scratch please comment. I would love to find out more. This apron is available in my Etsy shop.
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If you have any information on the history of Chicken Scratch please comment. I would love to find out more. This apron is available in my Etsy shop.
I will link this to:
Rednesday at It's A Very Cherry World
Vintage Thingy Thursday at Coloradolady
Go and visit these wonderful blogs.
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