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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 69

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andflower petals in Satin Stitch, the centre of each flower asan Eyelethole, and the stems in Overcast. Mat.—A lace makers term for the close part of adesign. In Pillow Laces this is worked in ClothStitch, in Needle made laces with close and even rowsof Buttonhole. Mat Braid.—A thick worsted Braid,… … Fig. C05. MARKING IN EMBROIDERY. Marking Cotton.—An ingrain coloured sewing cotton,to be had in Turkey-red and blue, and sold in smallballs and reels; the numbers running from 40 to 120,by tens. Marten Fur.—This animal is of the Weasel tribe.There are two kinds of Marten, the Baum, or Pine…

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