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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. Illustrated with upwards of 800 wood engravings, and coloured plates. Plain sewing, textiles, dressmaking, appliances, and terms (1885)

Caulfeild, Sophia Frances Ann, 1824-1911 · London : L. Upcott Gill · leaf 103

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ner.Cut out the exact shape and size required in cardboard,and lay the cardboard on the foundation, and carefullysew it down; the arm of the r requires very delicateadjustment. Then lay a line of carpet thread down thecentre of the letter and fasten it, and cover all the card-board over with lines… … Fig. 138. Church Work overCAnnBOARD.—Latin Cross,Anchor, and Circle. Tig. 139. Church Work overCardboard.—Greek CrossTriangle, and Trefoil. grey holland, sold expressly for the purpose, and securethe mateiial to be embroidered to it. If velvet, or a largepiece of plush, paste it down; if silk, sew…

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