Bugler’s Jacket with Frogs 967.521

“Frogging” is a style of fastening on some military and military-inspired clothing.  Frogging is made with decorative cord or braid….

Making a Frog

Min made her own Frogging, using these instructions:  http://www.janeausten.co.uk/how-to-make-decorative-frogs/

Cheong Sam with “Frogs” 980.183.27

The intricate knot and braid fastenings on some Chinese clothing are called Frog Knots by English speakers. The Chinese word for this kind of fastening has nothing to do with frogs.

The kids in this photo are wearing clothes fastened with knots and loops.

http://search-bcarchives.royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/chinese-new-year-victoria-bc

Small “frogs”

Min found a Chinese robe fastened with “frogs” in the Textile Conservation office and wishes it were her size.