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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 138

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No. 381. Embroidered Sofa Cushion Cover. Foundation material, Java canvas. Embroidery executed in coloured filoselles matching the natural tints of the flowers. Towork: Make long straight stitches across the spaces marked with very fine lines, and work round these laid stitches inSatin Stitch. Work… … No. 382. Bracket of Silk Embroidery and Applique. Foundation material, olive-green ribbed silk. Applique design, pale blue silk, surrounded with a double line of Japanese goldcord. Embroidery in Satin Stitch, worked with fine floss silk, in shades matching the natural shades of flowersand leaves.…

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