
Textiles

wool dyed at Pleasant Hill

heated dye pot
Spinning

preparing the thread

spinning wheels

spinning wheel and winding wheels
Weaving at Pleasant Hill

loom

smaller loom


weaving work area
Their First Sewing Machine

Shakers sought to use the latest technology
From the Museum's Collection

women's dress cape

men's clothing

silk cloth woven at Pleasant Hill

Silk was produced on the Second floor of the East Family Sisters' Shop
1.
Silkworm eggs
2.
the Silkworm
3.
Mulberry Leaf
4.
the Cocoon
5.
the Silk filaments
6. the moth with lays the eggs

Quilted petticoat

button appliqué hanging

miniature bonnet
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