Dillmont, Thérèse de, 1846-1890 · [Mulhouse (Alsace) : Printed by Brustlein & Co.] · leaf 336
ls. — A strongly twisted thread such as Fil d’Alsace D.M.C, Fil a dentelle D.M.C, or Cordonnet 6 fils D.M.C, is best for tatting. We particularly recommend Fil d’Alsace, as forming the best shaped knots and picots. A soft material such as Coton a tricoter D.M.C, can also be used where it suits the… … Fig. 486. First position of the hands. indications here given. One thing, to be constantly borne in mind is, that when the right hand has passed the shuttle through the loop, it must stop with a sudden jerk and hold the thread tightly extended until the left hand has drawn up the knot. After…
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