The ladies' hand book of fancy and ornamental work ... (1859)
Hartley, Florence · Philadelphia : G. G. Evans · leaf 45
ot be of thesilk, as it does not appear to the eye. This can be sewn round the edge, so thatthe tacking threads, which have been put in as for patchwork, may in the sameway be taken out. A row of small gold beads over this sewing makes an excel-lent finish and hides all the stitches. This being… … FRENCH FEATHER FAN. BRAIDING. 41 margin should possess a perfect sweep. After this, the front of the fan, whichhas already been prepared, must be laid on, which, fitting the back exactly, allthe stems of the feathers are completely hid and secured. The handle, of course, must be purchased, and…
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