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The dictionary of needlework : an encyclopaedia of artistic, plain, and fancy needlework dealing fully with the details of all the stitches employed, the method of working, the materials used, the meaning of technical terms, and, where necessary, tracing the origin and history of the various works described (1882)

Caulfeild, S. F. A. (Sophia Frances Anne), 1824-1911, Saward, Blanche C · London : A.W. Cowan · leaf 22

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oured stuffs areamalgamated, and the effect obtained by the variety andbeauty of these tints; in Broderie Perse the applied piecesare shaded and coloured pieces of chintz or cretonne,representing flowers, foliage, birds, and animals in theirnatural colours. These require no backing, and aresimply… … Fig. 12. ECEU APPLIQUE. In Fig. 13 we have another design suitable for velvet application. The animals and scrolls, cut out in brownvelvet and lay upon golden-coloured satin or sheeting,and secure their edges either with Feather Stitch or aplain gold cord of purse silk; the same design can be…

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