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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 126

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No. 359. Wall Bracket. Foundation of cardboard; lining of bluesilk; front of dark blue velvet, towhich is Appliqued sky blue velvet.To work : Cut out the design ofApplique, and attach to the velvetfoundation with lines of Button-hole matching the light blue velvet.Finish by Couching two rows ofgold… … No. 360. Canvas Bag for Garden Tools. Foundation of strong sailcloth, the centre part stiffened with cardboard. The two rows of smallpockets in the front are used for labels, seeds, &c. The large pocket at the back of the frontis made the entire length and width of the apron, and holds large…

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