Embroidered Silk Postcards from WWI
Hand-embroidered postcards from WWI are an interesting relic from the past century. Decorated with symbols of peace, flags, flowers, and messages, they were created by women who lived near the front lines as gifts for soldiers to send home to their loved ones.
The postcards were delicate in nature, and so they were often sent as a part of other packages rather than alone.
Embroidered memories: The WWI silk postcard industry
Find out how these WWI silk postcards, hand embroidered by women near the front lines, are beautiful examples of sentimentality and wartime industry.
