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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 129

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nit is worked on scarlet twill, and laid upon grey or white twill; for a Dress Apron, to the scarlet band blue stars areapplique, and the embroidery is laid on a black foundation. To work: Cut out the stars in grey or blue materials, laythem on the scarlet band, and work them round with Chain… … No. 189. Braided Mantel Border. This design is also suitable for a wood basket or a table border. It is worked on dark cloth, with fine gold-coloured braidand the centre fillings made with purse silk. To work: Trace the design, and Back Stitch the braid round the wholeoutline. For the fillings,…

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