Antique book 'The Encyclopedia of Needlework' by Thérèse De Dillmont published by Simpkin, Marshall, Hamilton, Kent & Co Ltd of London. The book was originally published in 1886 and this is probably a later edition, it is complete with all pages clean and readable, the internal join between the covers and the book are worn and feel a little fragile. The book measures 14 x 10 x 4cm and includes very many line diagrams and patterns and 13 full page colour plates.

The content covers from crochet to tapestry, fine French seams to intricate bobbin lace and has explanations and illustrations for everything necessary for an excellent needlework project. It has information about the size of the needles to use and the thread type that works best for the project that is being worked. There are clear instructions and methods for each type of needlework and also suggestions for backing and framing. A complete guide for many projects.

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