Kensington embroidery and the colors of flowers : a complete guide to art needlework (1884)
[Lynn, Mass. : T.E. Parker] · leaf 66
60 The Cat’s Head, done in Kensington stitch, is given simply to show the appearance of the embroidery done in this stitch. The Lamp Shade shows clearly how it is made. It is com- posed of two shades of satin, the centre band embroidered and a … band of plush across the top. It is attached to the brass rod by small stitches of silk hidden by the bows of ribbon. The rods may be bought at any fancy work store. The design for the em- broidery may be as elaborate as desired. The colors may be
Embroidery · Needlework
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