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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 142

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Half of Table Mat, in Guipure dArt and Drawn Work. Foundation of fine linen. Drawn Work in squares, with Point de Reprise worked over llie dividing threads, and Guipure stitchesin the open spaces. Stitches: Wheels, Point dEsprit, Point de Feston, Overcast, and Buttonhole. Plate aiX. Foundation… … No. 386. Drawing-room Pincushion. spangles in thecentresof the em-broidery. Trimthe edges of theCushion with awide ruche ofcoffee-colouredlace, and ornamentone corner with along bow madewith gauze ribbon—colours match-ing the embroi-dery.

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