Tuesday 30 June 2009

Half Apron from Canada.


I found this in an op shop today, and had an interesting discussion with the lady behind the counter, about its origin. She thinks it was a souvenir brought back here for someone who didn't wear aprons, and discarded it with other stuff destined for the op shop.
I pounced on it as soon as I walked in to the shop because it is so beautifully stitched, and an unusual design for an apron. I was surprised to find a label on the back of it in French. Some of the words are a bit hard to make out, but I think it says:
Tisse a La Main Hand Loomed
Au Terroir
STE Madeleine, Quebec
Fabrique au Canada. Made in Canada.

3 comments:

Eggs In My Pocket said...

What a great find. I love the coloring of the stitching as well! blessings,Kathleen

Unknown said...

hello. This is not an apron but i found a great handbag with this terrific label in a thrift store and love the rich colors and weave. label looks vintage but cant find much if any info about it.I love it. take care. Annie

Gloria Rodriguez said...

Hi Gina. I knew your blog by apronista. What wonderful embroidered aprons! I love them. Thanks for sharing.Blessings