Lot # 94 - Vintage 1970s Revival Needlepoint Storybook Handbag

Opening Bid : $ 10.00
Pickup Instructions: Seattle, Queen Anne area pick up. Note: Stairs and sloped driveway.
Start Date/Time: 22-Apr-2026 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 29-Apr-2026 8:33:00 PM
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Description :

​Step back into the height of 1970s kitsch with this one-of-a-kind keepsake needlepoint purse. Expertly handcrafted using a classic plastic canvas and yarn technique, this bag is a tactile piece of folk art that captures the "favorite things" aesthetic of a bygone era.

​The "Grid of Memories" Layout: The exterior features a meticulous geometric grid pattern. Each individual box serves as a miniature canvas for a different embroidered vignette, creating a panoramic "story" as you turn the bag.

Charming Embroidered Scenes: * Lyrical Figures: A wandering musician playing an instrument and a rider atop a horse.

​Nature & Flora: Vibrant scenes of birds and blooming flowers.

​Heritage Touches: Historical markers and scenic landscapes that evoke a sense of nostalgia.

The Volunteer Spirit: This specific piece features a custom University of Tennessee "Vols" logo and a "Tenn." panel, making it a rare find for collectors of vintage collegiate memorabilia or Tennessee residents.

​Hardware & Finish: Secured with a vintage button closure. ​Features a gold-tone chain strap for a touch of mid-century elegance.​Fully lined interior to keep your essentials snag-free.



Dimensions : 9 in L x 6.5 in H x 3 in D

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