This vintage book contains a comprehensive manual of embroidery, with information on all aspects of the subject from designing to finishing. Written in plain language and profusely illustrated, his volume constitutes a must-have for anyone with an interest in embroidery, and is not to be missed by the discerning collector. Contents include: ¿Scalloping¿, ¿Canvas Embroidery¿, ¿Material and Technique¿, ¿Designs¿, ¿Stitches¿, ¿Cords, Fringes and Tassels¿, ¿Cords¿, ¿Fringes¿, ¿Tassels¿, ¿Simple Tassel with Buttonhole Top¿, ¿Cutting and Preparing the Squares¿, ¿Working a Filling¿, ¿Surface Embroidery¿, ¿Finishing the Edges¿, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on embroidery.
