I was very disappointed with this kindle book as although the descriptions were very good, none of the images of stitches, embroidery stitches, crochet, tatting etc, were visible on the kindle. The absolute want of any comprehensive book on needleworksuch an. Encyclopedia of needlework illustrated on apple books. The project gutenberg ebook of encyclopedia of needlework. Internet archive bookreader encyclopedia of needlework. If you are interested in any kind of needlework, including lacemaking, crochet, and knitting, this is the book to have. I have not found any publication date in the books i have, but i think they were printed after 1886. Dillmont s encyclopedia of needlework 1886 has been translated into 17 languages. It was used as a book that every lady in that era that is interested in the arts.
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Just about every kind of needlework is covered embroidery, sewing, darning, smocking, cutwork, drawn thread, knitting, crochet, tapestry, lace. Unfollow encyclopedia of needlework dillmont to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. My copy went the way of all good things, and, then, suddenly, i wanted to have this book as a reference again. Encyclopedia of needlework by theresa dillmont and a great selection of related books. And this book is a treasure trove of late 19th century needlework. See all 84 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. If you are interested in any kind of needlework, including lacemaking, crochet, and knitting, this is the book. Link to the book embed a mini book reader 1 page 2 pages open to this page.
First published in 1884, this remarkable volume is an exhaustive resource on virtually all forms of needlework, from crochet to macrame. Buy encyclopedia of needlework and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. She owned a string of shops in european capitals and she was one of the most important pioneers in the international and multicultural enterprise of hobby needlework in the late nineteenth century. Free audio book that you can download in mp3, ipod and itunes format for your portable audio player. This vintage book contains a complete handbook on macrame, with historical information, stepbystep directions, explanations of terms, tips for avoiding common mistakes, and much more. The encyclopedia has also proved to be of use to historians and translators in the field of art and crafts. In one of the books, the editors foreword mentions the universal expo in chicago, so it would be in 1893 or 1933. First published in 1886 by dmc in france, the book quickly became very popular. An introductory tutorial on two techniques for creating cutwork embroidery using the buttonhole and overcast stitches. This book includes the historical work in the needlework and contains more about needlework. This book contains the full text and over 900 illustrations. Vintage needlework book, encyclopedia of needlework. The chapters are sewing, mending, single and cut open work, net and damask stitches, white embroidery, flat and gold stitch embroidery.
This encyclopedia is dedicated to the field of craft work. Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include previous owner inscriptions. The complete encyclopedia of needlework book, 1996. The encyclopedia of needlework is published in english, french, german and italian. If either 19th century needlearts or 19th century recreation is your interest, this book is essential. The complete encyclopedia of needlework has 2 available editions. There were so many inspirations in the encyclopedia of needlework. I bought this book as a reference book and found a lot of new ideas in it. The encyclopedia of needlework is presented here in its entirety.
Encyclopedia of needlework is highly recommended for both novice and seasoned needlework enthusiasts and would make for a useful addition to collections. I have taught myself to crochet, to knit, to embroider, to. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. Publication date 1890 topics needlework publisher mulhouse alsace. Anniversary edition book online at best prices in india on. This is a wonderful resource if you have any inclination to sew, mend, embroider, knit, crochet, macrame, tat, net or work with lace.
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