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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 32

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er colours. It isused for linings, cuttings, floorcloths, bags, &c, and ismade in various widths, from one yard to two. A superiorquality has latterly been made which is employed for table-cloths. Balayeuse, or Sweeper.—A French term to signify thefrilling of material or lace which lines the… … Fig. 23. BACK STITCH EMBROIDERY. Baleine.—The French word for whalebone, employed inthe stiffening of stays and dresses. It is sold in strips ofl^yd. in length, and is also to be had cut into shortlengths ready for the dressmakers use. It is sold by thegross sets. That designed for stay makers is…

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