Ribbon Ladies

Arts & Crafts Revivals

Ribbon Ladies

These intricate and delightful artworks first appeared around 1850 and are enjoying a renewed popularity among handcraft revivalists. “Ribbon Ladies” were traditionally mounted on black velvet and framed, and these lovely portraits graced many a genteel turn-of-the-century parlor and hallway.

As a craft, they demanded skill and creativity, and required long hours of painstaking detail. Often, the fabrics used had some meaning to the creator, like a piece of christening ribbon, or silk from a wedding gown. Today they are extremely rare, commanding high prices at auctions and estate sales, if they ever show up.

Heart of Hearts can create an original Ribbon Lady artwork for you, bringing this timeless art to your home. We stitch every delicate piece of lace and ribbon by hand into an exquisite Ribbon Lady that will make you the envy of your friends. We will individually select each piece of silk, or use your own fabrics to create your original family heirloom. Beautifully framed, and traditionally mounted on velvet, your Ribbon Ladies will be the envy of your friends!

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Victorian-inspired Ribbon Lady Doll meticulously hand stitched skirting and hand-embroidered lace appliqués. Professionally framed and ready to display.	Victorian-inspired Ribbon Bride Doll assembled with hand stitched satin ribbon skirting and elegantly simulated movement and positioning of the body. This Ribbon Art is professionally framed and ready to display.

Stunningly framed Victorian-inspired Ribbon Lady Doll painstakingly hand assembled using fine pink lace and appliqués. Contact Us