These rose motif appliques have been embroidered onto cotton organza with cotton threads. Roses have a separate detached embroidered center that has been padded as shown in the picture. Used as an overlay for fashion garments or as accents for your millinery creations. These organdy appliques likely date from the 1960/70's. Appliques measure about 2 by 5 inches each. Sold by the the pair. The Swiss have always made the very best embroidered appliques, and these are no exception.