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Sewing & Needlework
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Early American Weaving & Dying
- A Landmark Work, First Published in 1817
- Revealed Important Trade Secrets to Home Weavers & Dyers
- An Informative Read and an Important Historical Reference
$10.95
English Costume from the Seventeenth Through the Nineteenth Centuries
- Clearly Written Text Provides Information On the Evolution of Styles
- Over 400 Accurate Detailed Illustrations
- Covers Three Hundred Years of English Fashion
$24.95
The Dyer’s Companion
- A Complete Reprinting of the Original 1815 Edition
- Plant Usage, Specifications for Equipment and Much More
- An Historical Snapshot of a Different Way of Life
$13.95
Early American Embroidery Designs
- Authentic Treasury of Timeless Embroidery Designs
- Includes: Stylized & Traditional Patterns, Floral Bouquets, and More
- Excellent Treasury of Needlework Inspiration
$6.95
The Story Of Antique Needlework Tools
- Needlework Tools from the Simple to the Sumptuous
- Needles, Bodkins, Thimbles, Bobbins, Tapes & More
- A Great Reference for the Serious or Novice Collector
$47.96
Thimbles And Thimble Cases
- Opens a Door to the Charm of the Thimble
- Beautifully Illustrated in Color & Covers All Aspects of the Thimble
- Includes Valuable Tips & Tricks for the Collector
$11.95
The Story Of The Thimble
- The Story of the Thimble from Ancient Egypt to Today
- More Than 2000 Thimbles Illustrated in Full Color
- Includes Value Information for Collectors
$49.95
A Dictionary of Costume and Fashion: Historic and Modern
- Quickly Identify Over 10,000 Dealing With Apparel and Fashion
- 950+_Illustrations Depict Stitches, Weaves, Garments, Hair Styles, etc.
- a Must for Costume Designers & Anyone Interested in the History of Fashion
$23.95
Collecting Household Linens
- The Inside Story on Collecting Household Linens
- Includes Important Value Information
- Illustrated With Clear Photographs
$29.95
Shaker Textile Arts
- Definitive work on Shaker Textile Arts
- Covers: the Shakers, Household Textiles, Clothing, Fancy Work, etc.
- Filled with Dozens of Illustrations and Period Photos
$29.95
Vintage Clothing 1880 to 1980
- An Interesting History of High Fashion
- Written by an Appraiser and Dealer in Antique Clothing
- Includes Hundreds of Photos, Illustrations & Early Advertising Cuts
$22.95
Blueprints of Fashion: Home Sewing Patterns of 1940s
- Also Features a Wide Arrary of Pattern-Related Items
- 550 Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 176 PGS.
$29.95
The Complete Guide To Vintage Textiles
- The Most Comprehensive Book Available on the Topic
- Illustrated with Clear Photographs
- Includes Important Value Information
$19.95
About Buttons: A Collector’s Guide, 150 AD to the Present
- Most Informative Book Available for Button Collector's
- 1100 Color Photos
- 9" x 12", 320 PGS.
$79.95
Victorian Costume For Ladies:1860-1900
- Lavishly Illustrated with Hundreds of 19th Century Photographs
- Includes All Manner of Women's Garments
- Includes Commentary on Social History
$29.95
The Collector’s Encyclopedia of Buttons
- Features 3000+ buttons!
- 1100 Color Photos
- 7" x 10", 242 PGS.
$24.95
Old Lace & Linens Including Crochet
- A History and Survey of the World of Collectible Needlework
- A Helpful Identification and Value Guide
- Includes Tablecloths, Centerpieces, Doilies, Collars & More
$10.95
Weaving of the Southwest
- Covers Pueblo, Navajo, Rio Grande & N'ern Mexian Weaving Styles
- 579 Photos
- 9" x 12", 248 PGS.
$29.95
20th Century Linens and Lace A Guide to Identification, Care, and Prices
- Includes Both Rare and Common Examples
- Visually Exciting and Includes Very Useful Price Guide
- Great Buy for Collectors and Interesting Read for All
$39.95
Geometric Design in Weaving
- Great for Weavers of All Levels
- 45 Color & 205 Black & White Photos, 102 Diagrams & Drafts
- 8 1/2" x 11", 222 PGS.
$29.95
The Cotton Industry
- Story of the Rapid Growth & Devastating Decline of the Cotton Industry
- Contains Numerous Fascinating Vintage Photos & Engravings
- With Sections on Cotton's Impact on the World, Social Consequences, & More
$9.95
Spinning and Spinning Wheels
- Traces the Development & Principles of the Spinning Wheel
- Superbly Illustrated with Numerous Black & White Photos
- Provides Insight Into the Tools of a Traditional Domestic Skill
$8.95
Samplers
- Outlines the Long & Extensive History of Samplers
- Features Numerous Samplers in Black & White and Color Photos
- Contains Examples of Long, Darning, Map, School, Stitch, etc.
$10.95
A History of Costume
- Most Reliable & Authentic Account of Costume Throughout the Ages
- Detailed Illustrations & Photos are Plentiful and Extremely Accurate
- Feautres Measured & Detailed Patterns for Making Authentic Copies
$19.95