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Early 20th Century Embroidery Techniques (Hardcover)
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Early 20th Century Embroidery Techniques (Hardcover)
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In this visually stunning book, Gail Marsh has delved into the
archives to research the personalities, varied and unusual
techniques and tools that hand-embroiders used in the period
1900-1939, before the outbreak of World War II. All the examples
are from the RBKS Collection at Gawthorpe Hall, where Gail is
Curator. Much of the material is previously unpublished and comes
from her personal observation of the actual pieces of work and her
careful examination of the stitches and techniques used. A unique
and fascinating feature is the concentration on the embroiderers
and their involvement in the teaching, promotion, writing and
practice of stitching in this period. These include the unknown but
intriguing experts in the craft, as well as the famous and
well-known, including such luminaries as Jessie Newbury, Ann
Macbeth, Margaret Swanson, Mrs. Foster, Louisa Peel, Grace
Christie, Lewis F. Day, Rebecca Crompton, Kathleen Mann, Rachel Kay
Shuttleworth, Prof. Letharby and Joan Drew. Each chapter follows
the format of a short biography, design influences, materials and
working practice and then the actual embroidery and how it was
worked. Gail's in-depth research is presented in a highly readable
manner, with contemporary quotes and social comment and the final
chapter, 'Connecting the threads', connects all of the embroiders
together. This delightful book is essential reference for any
student studying embroidery, fashion and textiles; craftspersons
interested in historical embroidery techniques; collectors of
textiles and indeed any needlework enthusiast wanting to extend
their knowledge.
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