Singer Instructions For Art Embroidery Classic Reprint

Excerpt from Singer Instructions for Art Embroidery Sometimes the material upon which the em broidery is to be done is smaller than the hoops, or the design is so large that it comes close to the cloth. In such cases sew the material firmly to a piece of strong cloth large enough to cover the frame. In order to keep the work fresh and avoid disfiguring pinholes, it is advisable to sew to the outer rim of the larger hoop a piece of cloth large enough to permit of rolling in it whatever material may project beyond the frame while it is on the machine, and to wrap the entire design in while it is put away. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Excerpt from Art Embroidery: A Treatise on the Revived Practice of Decorative Needlework It is many years Since the samplers of our granda mothers gave place to the fancy-work of modern times, and we are only now beginning to perceive all the uselessness and ugliness of those productions which have brought this term into such dis repute, and have caused the adoption of one of greater refinement and at the same time of greater pretension, viz., Art Needlework. In order that we may be justified in the use of such a term, we Should be fully aware' of all that is implied in it, and, not satisfied With merely following a passing fashion, possess ourselves of lasting principles by which to regulate our work - principles that at the same time may be a growing source of refined pleasure, as leading to the cultivation of the artistic sense. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Excerpt from Art-Needlework for Decorative Embroidery: A Guide to Embroidery in Crewels, Silks, Applique, Etc., And Containing the Instructions Given at the Royal School for Art-Needlework at South Kensington, England Practical instructions in the art of embroidery have been ren dered necessary by the revolution in needlework that has taken place during the last few years. Berlin-wools have been sup planted by crewels, and cross-stitch and tent-stitch are superseded by that used in the old tapestries. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.