My copy went the way of all good things, and, then, suddenly, i wanted to have this book as a reference again. I have taught myself to crochet, to knit, to embroider, to. This is an exlibrary book and may have the usual libraryused book markings inside. Free audio book that you can download in mp3, ipod and itunes format for your portable audio player. If you are interested in any kind of needlework, including lacemaking, crochet, and knitting, this is the book. The absolute want of any comprehensive book on needlework such an one as contains both verbal and pictorial descriptions of everything included under the name of needlework has led me to put into the serviceable form of an encyclopedia, all the knowledge and experience, which years of unceasing study and practice have enabled me to accumulate on the subject, with the hope that. The encyclopedia of needlework is presented here in its entirety. Free kindle book and epub digitized and proofread by project gutenberg. Encyclopedia of needlework is a classic reference covering all aspects of needlework. 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.
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. In one of the books, the editors foreword mentions the universal expo in chicago, so it would be in 1893 or 1933. This book includes the historical work in the needlework and contains more about needlework. The encyclopedia of needlework is published in english, french, german and italian. Encyclopedia of needlework by theresa dillmont and a great selection of related books.
Encyclopedia of needlework illustrated on apple books. Publication date 1890 topics needlework publisher mulhouse alsace. The chapters are sewing, mending, single and cut open work, net and damask stitches, white embroidery, flat and gold stitch embroidery. I have not found any publication date in the books i have, but i think they were printed after 1886. The project gutenberg ebook of encyclopedia of needlework. Vintage needlework book, encyclopedia of needlework. This book is a treasure when i have travelled internationally, i take this with me i have a very tiny old edition.
The complete encyclopedia of needlework book, 1996. Buy encyclopedia of needlework and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay. This is a wonderful resource if you have any inclination to sew, mend, embroider, knit, crochet, macrame, tat, net or work with lace. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The absolute want of any comprehensive book on needleworksuch an. 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 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. 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. Link to the book embed a mini book reader 1 page 2 pages open to this page. We personally assess every book s quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. First published in 1886 by dmc in france, the book quickly became very popular.
If either 19th century needlearts or 19th century recreation is your interest, this book is essential. It was used as a book that every lady in that era that is interested in the arts. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. There were so many inspirations in the encyclopedia of needlework. Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include previous owner inscriptions. And this book is a treasure trove of late 19th century needlework. See all 84 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. First published in 1884, this remarkable volume is an exhaustive resource on virtually all forms of needlework, from crochet to macrame.
Great savings free delivery collection on many items. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. I have taught myself to crochet, to knit, to embroider, to macrame, and many other techniques from this book alone. Dillmont s encyclopedia of needlework 1886 has been translated into 17 languages. An introductory tutorial on two techniques for creating cutwork embroidery using the buttonhole and overcast stitches. This book contains the full text and over 900 illustrations. The complete encyclopedia of needlework has 2 available editions. Encyclopedia of needlework is highly recommended for both novice and seasoned needlework enthusiasts and would make for a useful addition to collections. The absolute want of any comprehensive book on needleworksuch an one as contains both verbal and pictorial descriptions of everything included under the name of needleworkhas led me to put into the serviceable form of an encyclopedia, all the knowledge and experience, which years of unceasing study and practice have enabled me to accumulate. The encyclopedia of needlework is presented here in.
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