Dainty Work for Busy Fingers - A Book of Needlework, Knitting and Crochet for Girls (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781444657753)

This early works is a fascinating guide with much of the information still useful and practical today. Contents Include; I. The ancient art of needlework, II. The origin of implements and materials, III. Cross-Stitch, IV. Holbein Work, V. Bead Work - Ancient and Modern, VI. Embroidery Stitches, VII. How to Transfer Designs, VIII. Smocking - An Ancient Craft, IX. Applique Work, X. Broderie Anglaise, XI. Drawn-Thread Work, XII. Pretty Presents Simply Made, XIII. Crochet Work, XIV. The Art of Knitting, XV. Doll-Dressing. Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Author: M. Sibbald
ISBN-10: 1444657755
ISBN-13: 9781444657753
Publisher: Home Farm Books
Language: English
Published: 05/06/2010
Pages: 162
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.81lbs
Size: 8.50h x 5.50w x 0.56d