What to Do With Vintage Embroidery? Preserve It, Don't Toss It

So you found a piece of vintage embroidery — maybe your great-grandmother's handiwork tucked in a drawer, a needlepoint sampler from an estate sale, or a set of embroidered linens you can't bear to part with. Now what? In this episode, I'll walk you through exactly what to do with vintage embroidery so it lasts for generations instead of yellowing away in a box. I'm Tricia Diane Pottinger, Certified Picture Framer and owner of Tricia's Rose City Framing in Tyler, Texas, and textile framing is one of my very favorite things to do. I'll share why you should never glue, staple, or tape old needlework (oh my — please don't), how proper mounting and archival, acid-free materials protect delicate fibers, and why UV-protective glazing matters more than you think. I'll tell you about the time I framed a great-grandmother's embroidered jeans in a double-sided frame, and what I learned mounting a 79"x76" heirloom family quilt. Because here's the thing — every treasure has a story, and I want to hear yours before we ever pick a mat color. You'll learn how to spot damage before it spreads, when to leave it to a professional, and why "framing by committee" means I'll consult my Master Framer mentors on the tricky ones. What we don't know, we'll research. Indeed. Got a piece of vintage embroidery, needle art, or a textile heirloom you're wondering about? Y'all come see me. Call (903) 360-7004 or visit http://www.rosecityframing.com. Let's preserve your treasure together. Love you — have a great day!