Women’s folk costume
Women’s folk costume
Sleeves are sewn from two types of fabric, the bodice part is made of hemp and the sleeves are made of cotton, woven on looms. The sleeves have a decorative fabric inserted between two parts, woven from colored cotton and wool. The pattern is created by ribbing and interweaving. The cuffs and a narrow collar are also woven. Gypsy ribbons are used to tie the collar.
The skirt is sewn from indigo-dyed fabric with a green-yellow pattern. A strip of red patterned cashmere is sewn above the lower edge, and below it is a strip of black glot with a colorful embroidery done with a curved needle. Both sewn strips are bordered by white piping. A serrated tape and wool piping are sewn at the edge of the skirt. The front panels have an upper part made of white factory canvas. Apart from this panel, the entire skirt is pleated and sewn into a casing lined with hemp fabric. A red wool piping is sewn under the casing.
The apron is woven from cotton, mostly flat with a ribbed weave pattern, interwoven with colored cotton and wool to create stripes. Individual motifs are further embroidered with wool. The warp threads at the bottom edge are tied into knots and tassels are attached in the final row. Gypsy ribbons are stitched to the upper part for tying.
The shoulder wrap is made of factory canvas, in a triangular shape. Two corners are stitched with a curved needle and edged with crocheted lace. The lace also edges the third corner of the wrap.
The corset is made of glot, lined with hemp fabric. It is embroidered with colorful cotton using a curved needle. The embroidery is complemented by appliqué of metal trimmings. The corset is fastened with metal hooks. The belt is made of satin, lined with hemp fabric. It is fastened with metal hooks and decorated with wool piping and various trims.
The bonnet is made of factory canvas, with the front part crafted from bobbin lace. The entire surface of the bonnet is embroidered with beads and various decorations made of ribbons. Headbands are part of the bonnet, made of canvas and cotton damask. Beads and ribbon decorations are sewn onto this base.