Guide to Needlework - Hardcover

J. Henry Symonds

 
9780666689528: Guide to Needlework

Synopsis

Master essential needlework skills with a clear, step-by-step guide to every common stitch and craft technique.

This practical manual gathers explicit guidance on working implements, choosing materials, and mastering a wide range of stitches. It covers running, hemming, patching, seams, and cutting-out, with careful explanations and illustrations to help beginners and intermediate sewers gain confidence and accuracy.

  • Learn how to set up tools, select the right needles and threads, and keep hands clean and steady for smooth work.
  • Follow structured instructions for common stitches, from running and hemming to patching and various seams, with tips to avoid mistakes.
  • Understand how to choose fabrics and patterns, practice on canvas or linen, and progress from simple practice to useful finished pieces.
  • Get clear guidance on preparing patterns, cutting-out garments, and finishing details to create neat, durable results.
Ideal for readers beginning their sewing journey or studying traditional needlework techniques, and useful for those seeking a solid, historical reference on basic craft skills.

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Other Popular Editions of the Same Title

9781331663461: Guide to Needlework: Containing Explicit Instructions for Every Kind of Stitch, in Plain and Fancy Needlework (Classic Reprint)

Featured Edition

ISBN 10:  1331663466 ISBN 13:  9781331663461
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018
Softcover