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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 21

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. Pin themto the back of the frame, and interlace them outsidethe square formed by the meeting of the straight rib-bons, so that they surround it with a diamond. Weave string is a suitable work for ladies with weak sight, or foranyone who, in the intervals of uioro engrossing employ-ment, requires… … Fia. 6G2. PLAITED STfilNGWOEK. them over and under the straight ribbons. Run a goldcord down the centre of each plait between the twostraight ribbons and over the ribbons forming the dia-mond, and under those forming the square. Tack theends of these cords to the ribbon ends, and securethese latter…

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