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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 37

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ssively,to keep the separate portions of a garment or other articlein position, preparatory to their being sewn together. Alining: is said to be basted on the material for which it isdesigned. Knots may be used in Basting threads, as theyare not for permanent use. See Tacking. Bath. Coating, or… … made of it, embroidered at the edges. It is also used formens greatcoats. It varies in width from 48 and 60 to 72inches. See Flannel. Batiste.—A description of cotton muslin, having agood deal of dress in it, to be had in all colours, as well a3in white and black. Its chief use is for summer…

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