The Young Ladies Journal, 1884: Complete Guide to the Work-Table

Description: This book presents a thorough exploration of embroidery techniques, revealing the artistry of a craft that has flourished for centuries. It traces the revival of embroidery in recent years, attributing it to the influence of historical pieces displayed at the South Kensington Museum, and the patronage of distinguished figures. The text meticulously details embroidery basics, including material selection, tracing methods, and stitch types, offering clear guidance for beginners. For experienced embroiderers, the book provides comprehensive instructions for specialized techniques such as crewel, silk, and arrasene embroidery, as well as advanced stitches like gold and silver thread work. The author examines historical roots and design evolution while providing detailed descriptions and diagrams of a wide array of stitches and motifs. By studying this book, readers will gain not only practical skills but also an appreciation for the rich history and artistic significance of embroidery. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.

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Original Language: English

Country/Region of Manufacture: America

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Book Title: Young Ladies' Journal Complete Guide to the Work-Table : Containing Instructions in Berlin Work, Crochet, Drawn-Thread Work, Embroidery, Knitting, Knotting or Macrame, Lace, Netting, Poonah Painting, and Tatting (Classic Reprint)

Number of Pages: 152 Pages

Language: English

Publisher: Forgotten Books

Topic: Needlework / General

Publication Year: 2016

Item Height: 0.3 in

Illustrator: Yes

Genre: Crafts & Hobbies

Item Weight: 7.5 Oz

Author: Unknown Author

Item Length: 9 in

Item Width: 6 in

Format: Trade Paperback