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 438
viz. : theFeather, Twisted, and Gathered Ruches, and that whichis known by two designations, the Fluted, or Ruche a laVieille (see Fig. 708). This latter is used as a dresstrimming, and resembles a single Box-Plaited Flounce.To produce the desired effect: Make a number of smallBox-plaits, leaving… … t£s Fig. 70S. Roche a la Vieille. bind both the edges of the material. A half inch is thecommon width of each Plait, and this is the best size forTarlatan, muslin, and thin materials ; but for silk the Rucheflutings should measure from half inch, to 1 inch. InTarlatan or Grenadine turn the edge…
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