Kensington embroidery and the colors of flowers : a complete guide to art needlework (1884)
[Lynn, Mass. : T.E. Parker] · leaf 12
G SO that the silks will catch the light at different angles, and thus give a very natural appearance to the work. … NO. 6 Wound or Bullion Stitch. This stitch is very nicely adapted for work- ing the heads of grass, wheat, etc. It is very simple, the only care needed being to place the thumb of the left hand on the coil to hold it in place while drawing the thread through. A glance at the cut will show what is…
Embroidery · Needlework
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