Victorian Needlework Suitable for artists and students

Suitable for artists and students of moderate to advanced skills

atmospheric novels

Unabridged republication of the edition published by Kershaw Publishing Company Limited

books on artistic women

Victorian Needlework Suitable for artists and studentsSecond to none in their admiration of fine stitchery, the Victorians adorned their homes and wardrobes with lavish displays of needlework and similar handicrafts. Most nineteenth century women engaged in some form of sewing whether for pleasure, economy, or both and in the absence of a tutor, they turned to handbooks such as this rare and authentic guide to the rich and varied intricacies of needlecraft. Scores of diagrams and photos offer clear