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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 140

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No. 298. Needlework Embroidery for Cigar Case. Foundation of cashmere, with centre star an Applique of pale coloured satin. To work :Fasten down the Applique star by working it over with trellis work, and work the restof the pattern in Satin Stitch, Point Russe, and French Knots. Line thecashmere… … No. 299. Assyrian Border for Table Napkins. Foundation of fine linen. Embroidery executed, with finewhite linen thread, in Satin, Rope, and Fancy CrossStitches.

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