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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 132

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No 14 Flower Basket. Foundation, wicker ; ornamentation, Ma-cram(5 lace.and silk cords and tassels. No. 15. Ralsed Embroidery. Foundation of rep silk; leaves and flowerscut out in velvet and plush materials, withbeads to form centres. Stitches used;Rope Stitch for stems and for cord;Satin Stitch… … Key Basket Foundation, wicker; ornaments, Beadwork onbrown plush—gold beads only are used.Ornamental balls, of shades of yellow-brownsilks. No. 17. Ladys Companion. Made of a long strip of oatmeal cloth, linedwith satin, and folded together as shown.Length of strip, 12 inches; width, 5…

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