Publication date 18 usage attributionnoncommercialno derivative works 3. Unfollow encyclopedia of needlework dillmont to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Vintage 1971 encyclopedia of needlework w dust cover by th. I have a copy of the encyclopedia of needlework by therese. There were so many inspirations in the encyclopedia of needlework. The project gutenberg ebook of encyclopedia of needlework, by. Free kindle book and epub digitized and proofread by project gutenberg. While there are things about needlework that are not in this book, i doubt there is much that can not be found here.
The encyclopedia of needlework is presented here in its entirety. If you are interested in any kind of needlework, including lacemaking, crochet, and knitting, this is the book to. Very good new edition no jacket, as issued new edition, revised and enlarged. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids. If we didnt like knitting, we would crochet things. Since her name was such an asset to the dmc company, even after her death dmc continued to use her name on many of their published books. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. I ran across this book while in a used book store recently.
Encyclopedia of needlework is her most famous work and has been translated into 17 languages. I never knew that there were so many aspects to needlework. 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. My copy went the way of all good things, and, then, suddenly, i wanted to have this book as a reference again. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. 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 on the subject, with the hope that diligent. Paper covers, 16 pp, followed by 20 pp of color plates and 10 pp of patterns. Buy a cheap copy of encyclopedia of needlework book. The project gutenberg ebook of encyclopedia of needlework. The book appears to be in quite reasonable condition but pages and page edges are yellowing. Free audio book that you can download in mp3, ipod and itunes format for your portable audio player.
Dillmont s encyclopedia of needlework 1886 has been translated into 17 languages. This ad originally appeared in the march 1916 issue of home needlework magazine. Just about every kind of needlework is covered embroidery, sewing, darning, smocking, cutwork, drawn thread, knitting, crochet, tapestry, lace. This wonderful book covers all aspects of needlework. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. Search for library items search for lists search for.
We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Encyclopedia of needlework fully illustrated hardcover jan. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle. The absolute want of any comprehensive book on needleworksuch an. Dillmonts encyclopedia of needlework 1886 has been translated into 17 languages. The classic resource on a wide variety of needle arts. I originally found it in a half price books store, but its also available free on the internet expired from the gutenberg project encyclopedia of needlework or at encyclopedia of needlework although this seems to not quite. The absolute want of any comprehensive book on needleworksuch an one as. There are 815 adorned gild top pages in this book, none of them are missing.
Publication date 1890 topics needlework publisher mulhouse alsace. Dillmonts encyclopedia of needlework 1886 has been. It is in english and copies exist in french, italian, spanish and german. Olive green cloth covers with black lettering and decoration. Encyclopedia of needlework 1890 edition open library. Nov, 2016 a collection of images from my favourite antique textile book, encyclopedia of needlework by th.
The books pages are in a good condition, just the spine and cover has wearing marks, which you can see on the picture. Oct 28, 1972 this is a musthave book for any stitcher. Jan 01, 2011 encyclopedia of needlework fully illustrated. Great savings free delivery collection on many items. I have a copy of the encyclopedia of needlework by. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Its an excellent and fascinating overview of needlework, first published in 1884. Needlecraft dillmonts encyclopedia of needlework is a treasure i inherited from my grandmother in 1989. Publishers pale green cloth with title and decoration to spine and upper board, top edge gilt, decorative endpapers printed in gilt, green silk marker. Olive green boards with black inlay print and design show moderate shelfwear with no major flaws.
Vintage dmc library encyclopedia of needlework book by therese. 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. Encyclopedia of needlework archives vintage crafts and more. 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. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. An introductory tutorial on two techniques for creating cutwork embroidery using the buttonhole and overcast stitches. See more ideas about needlework, stitch and pattern. This book is perhaps the most complete volume on needlework ever published. Buy encyclopedia of needlework and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay.
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