Crewel Embroidery
Author: Erica Wilson
ISBN: 684-10673-6 Copyright: 1962
Format: Hardcover DJ 8" x 10" Pages: 154
Condition: Good; pages are slightly yellowed & have some foxing on edges, but are are clean, complete, securely bound; dustjacket is scuffed & has edge tears but
Includes images of historical & contemporary (1960's) pieces, 6 pages of which are in color. From the inside flap: "This book is designed to teach the beginner the fundamentals of crewel embroidery and also to enable the more advanced worker to improve her techniques and enlarge her repertoire of stitches. It tells how to choose patterns, materials and wool, mark designs on the fabric, mount the work on a frame, stretch and block the finished piece. Detailed instructions for 64 different stitches are illustrated with diagrams, which give the book permanent value as a reference work. Crewel embroidery, which dates back to 16th century England..." (Note: photo shown is of a different copy of this book.)
Published By: Charles Scribner's Sons, NY
Notes about value: Found for $5 to $12 online
Price: $ 4.00
