According to Merriam-Webster, the sewing term ruching originates from the French ruche, meaning beehive, and the Medieval Latin rusca, meaning bark. And it’s first known use? Way back in 1827!

It’s pronounced roo-shing, not rush-ing, and that’s easy to remember because it’s a very time-consuming process. There’s no rushing in ruching!

The term can be applied to any pleated, gathered or fluted strip of fabric that form ruffles, scallops or petals and early hand-sewn examples can be quite stunning.

Today’s VPOD features a vintage velvet cape from the 1930s in a sparkling champagne hue that has magnificent ruching and incredible style.

It’s quite a glamorous find for a vintage fashionista!

Available at Topsy Design.

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