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The dictionary of needlework : an encyclopædia of artistic, plain, and fancy needlework ... (1882)

Caulfeild, S. F. A. (Sophia Frances Anne), 1824-1911, Saward, Blanche C · London : L. Upcott Gill · leaf 21

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oured stuffs areamalgamated, and the effect obtained by the variety andbeauty of these tints; in Broderie Perse the applied piecesare shaded and coloured pieces of chintz or cretonne,representing flowers, foliage, birds, and animals in theirnatural colours. These require no backing, and aresimply… … Fig. 12. ECEU AFPLIQTJ13. In Fig. 13 we have another design suitable for velvetapplication. The animals and scrolls, cut out in brownvelvet and lay upon golden-coloured satin or sheeting,and secure their edges either with Feather Stitch or aplain gold cord of purse silk; the same design can be…

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