I upcycled an embroidered cloth I bought in France into a cafe curtain. The children's motifs and line drawings in the embroidery evoke the atmosphere of home embroidery patterns popular in France in the 1920s and 1930s. Originally, there were some stains on the embroidered part that wouldn't come out, so I cut out those sections and tailored it into its current shape. The fabric is a tightly woven, sturdy cotton. The charm of this cloth lies in the true essence of hand-stitching: • Simple outlines, as if drawn with a single line • The warmth created by imperfectly aligned lines • Gentle expressions, like illustrations in a picture book In those days, "Enjoying the stitching for the family" was more important than "finishing it perfectly." The children depicted well represent the image of children in France in the 1920s and 30s: • Boys: Overalls, neat hairstyles • Girls: Large hats, fluffy dresses • A slightly mature expression, yet somehow childlike You can feel that atmosphere. Such patterns of children and flower motifs were not the work of special artists, but rather • Popular embroidery patterns widely used in homes at the time. As this is an antique item, we recommend it to those who appreciate the aged texture and the individual variations unique to handmade items. Size: Approximately 78 x 56cm