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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 133

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is em-broidered in Crewel Stitch.Blue cords suspend the needle-booh, pincushion and scissors,and a blue linen band fastensall to the waist. No. loi. Housewife. Foundation, Java canvas, lined withcoloured flannel. A piece of stiffmuslin is placed between the twomaterials. The pockets are made… … No. 102. Foot Warwek. The FigiUe shows front flap of a bag Foot Warmer, ornamentedwith Applique. Size of flap, 15 inches long by 13 incheswide. Foundation material, black cloth. Head of roebuck,ecru coloured satin, either painted in oils or embroidered withsilks. Oval round head, liglit grey cloth…

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