This shirt is made from a candlewick bedspread, circa 1920s-1940s. The candlewicking technique was common among bedspreads in colonial America and was named for the thread it used, meant for candle wicks. Makers would weave small sticks into their blankets, removing the sticks afterwards to reveal a pattern of tight loops. A machine-made version of the technique has remained a popular choice for bedspreads and pillowcases. Hand-mending throughout.
- Five front buttons
- One front patch pocket
- Dry clean only
All wear, mending, and idiosyncrasies are unique to the original textile.
