Resources

AuctionBytes.com - Auction Resources Keep up to date with the auction industry!

J'antiques & Collectibles: History of Jewelry: 1700s Georgian thru 1950 Retro. An absolute must link for any jewelry lover!

The Antique Corset Gallery Take a guided tour through the last 250 years of corsetry and undersupports. Discover the fascinating ways in which our ancestors managed to achieve those fashionable figures

Lace Fairy A MUST resource bookmark for anyone interested in lace identification!

Marla Mallett: Textiles and Tribal Oriental Rugs: Although this is a selling venue, I'm including it under my resources because you should visit this site regularly! It is beautiful, well written and educational, and most enjoyable. Marla has outstanding photo displays of rugs, kilims, bags, tapestries, embroideries, as well as Needlepoint Lace, Bobbin Lace and other handmade laces.

On the topic of lace, if you are looking for expert guidance in background, identification and values, be sure to contact Kate Henry - also known on the web as threadthing. Email: dankate@xvi.net. She has 50 yrs experience in making laces, teaching specific styles and a massive wealth of information. Fees apply - you'll be glad you wrote!

Beautiful and Practical Netting: From the creation of fishing nets to the creation of beautiful lace, the skills were passed down from one generation to another. Rita Bartholomew - comprehensive guide to the art and craft of netting & netted laces.

Researching Costume Jewelry An extensive database with jewelry history, jewelry designers & jewelry marks provided by Illusion Jewels (see above)

Adornment, The Newsletter of Jewelry and Related Arts is a quarterly journal with articles on jewelry from ancient to antique to period and modern studio jewelry. Also historic costume and other related subjects.

Vintage Fashion Guild: Visit the Guild website for an ever growing resouce library of fashion labels and articles on vintage clothing.