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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 58

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from them until dry. Hercules Braid is a cordedworsted Braid, made for trimming mantles and dresses,the cords running the lengthway, not across. GrecianBraid is a closely woven article, resembling a plait of elevenor thirteen. There are also waved white cotton Braids, usedfor trimming childrens… … Fig. W. INDIAN BEAIDING IN GOLD. ing edges with crochet cotton : they are a heavy article.Fancy cotton Braids are made in different colours andpatterns, and a chintz Braid in many colours is includedamongst them, suitable for cuffs, collars, and childrensdresses. There are also thin narrow ones,…

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