TY  - BOOK
AU  - Marsh,Gail
TI  - 18th century embroidery techniques
SN  - 1861084765
PY  - 2006///
CY  - Lewes
PB  - Guild of Master Craftsman
KW  - Embroidery
KW  - History
KW  - 18th century
KW  - Technique
KW  - Fashion design
N1  - Includes bibliographical references and index
N2  - Filled with intricate drawings, color photos of museum-held pieces, and excerpts from 18th-century writings, this highly readable book explains how embroiderers embellished the sumptuous clothing of the day. Gain insights into the working life of 18th-century embroiderers; and study the tools, equipment, stitches, and threads employed to embroider everything from petticoats to a polonaise robe. And learn techniques as relevant today as they were then, including working with metal thread and spangles, silk embroidery, quilting, tambour, and the forgotten arts of Hollie Point and knotting. A must for students of embroidery, fashion, and textiles; historical costume creators; collectors; and needlework enthusiasts.--From publisher description
ER  -