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 84
ck silk—the only material that takes a sufliciently rich black colour.White thread will not dye black, but a rusty brown, solace worked with it should never be altered to black.Working with silk is more troublesome than working withthread, as the silk loosens after the stitches are made,unless… … Fig. -ISj. Honiton LiCE Srnio, executed with great care, and from good designs, and isremarkable for its Raised Work, or Work in Relief, of thefinest description. The making of it can be acquired byall who possess a good sight and touch, and a certainamount of patience. The materials for making…
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