English Smocking

Published in 1989 by Grace L. Knott Smocking Supplies Ltd. of Canada. Copyright 1989; by Grace L. Knott with Doris Webb, George Webb, and James Webb. Printed and bound in Canada. ISBN 0-921988-00-1. The classic English smocking manual: the early history of English smocking; preparation of materials, including gathering using dots or a pleater and thread preparation; basic smocking stitches and combinations - Outline, Stem, Rope, Cable, Double Cable, Baby Wave, Baby Diamond, Quarter Wave, Quarter Diamond, Simple Wave, Large Wave, Small Link, Link, and Cable Diamond; advanced and fill-in stitches - Herringbone, Turret, Spools and Bars, Dot, Wheat, Weaving (Stacking), Flowerette, Simple Rosebud, Bullion Rose, and Lazy Daisy; and special smocking stitches - Honeycomb, Van Dyke, Chain, and Feather. The "Devon" design is worked row by row on the back cover. The book is in Very Good condition. The covers are clean and bright with only light edge wear, and the photographed pages are clean and unmarked. Please review all photos for condition. Great find at a great price! Please note the S&H charges, which include USPS postage, materials, and handling. Pictured bookends are not included in the sale.…