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 130
onit is worked on scarlet twill, and laid upon grey or white twill; for a Dress Apron, to the scarlet band blue stars areapphque, and the embroidery is laid on a black foundation. To work: Cut out the stars in grey or blue materials, laythem on the scarlet band, and work them round with Chain… … No. 189. Braided Mantel Border. This design is also suitable for a wood basket or a table border. It is worked on dark cloth, mth fine gold-coloured braid,and the centre fillings made with purse sUk. To work: Trace the design, and Back Stitch the braid round the wholeoutline. For the fillings, make…
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