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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 31

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lours. It isused for linings, cuttings, floorcloths, bags, &c., and ismade in various widths, from one yard to two. A superiorquality has latterly been made which is employed for table-cloths. Balayeuse, or Sweeper.—A French term to signify thefrilling of material or lace which lines the… … MiiKOini Ui Baleiue.—The French word for whalebone, empluyud mthe stiffening of stays and dresses. It is sold in strips ofliyd. in length, and is also to be had cut into shortlengths ready for the dressmakers use. It is sold by thecross sets. That designed for stay makers is cut into suit-able…

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