The new issue of PieceWork is out! When I saw that the topic was Safekeeping: Preserving Needlework Histories I knew that I had to submit an article on textile conservation. My article talks about the conservation of William Gray’s World War I purse. This was the last (and hardest) conservation project that I completed during […]
When Moths Attack Part I: Introduction and Identification
Introduction One of the scariest things for a textile crafter is seeing a moth fly out of your precious stash of fibers and yarns. But how do you know if you have a moth infestation, how do you get rid of it, and how do you stop it from happening again? The enemies are the […]
Who are textile conservators?
Textile conservators are professionals who care for, treat, and preserve important textile objects. These objects may include a family heirloom christening gown, a famous wrestler’s ring attire, or a fragment from an archaeological dig. These textiles may be ancient or modern, in tatters or pristine, priceless or only valued by their owners. Textile conservators may […]