19th Century Embroidery Techniques

I am in love with this book, great condition and affordable price

Es un libro muy completo y definitivamente algo para tener en la biblioteca de bordado

This is a very good reference book but it can't stand alone if you are a student of either embroidery or historical costuming. I'll focus on embroidery for this review. When the author writes about Whitework, for example, she explains the important fabric/floss/design differences between Mountmellick, Ayrshire, Carrickmacross and Chikan pieces. However, I very much doubt that anyone unfamiliar with these techniques could work from her directions. She does get bonus points for most of her "case studies" especially for the one of the "lace effect on canvas". In short, this is a book worth adding to your library.

Gail's books are wonderful. History, technique, photos and drawings.

I had received a damaged book and received a prompt refund. I appreciate the excellent customer service. The book itself is very informative and helpful.

This book completes my set of these historical technique overviews. I found the first one I purchased in a used book sale. Then I had to have the others. I especially wanted this one, because it covers the Regency period of dress. But I enjoy reading about the history of needlework and embroidery in particular. This book is, like the others in the series, full of beautiful pictures as well as informative narrative. It is not a project book, although it does contain some patterns.

I am a textile/embroidery junky. This was historically correct but dull. Donated it to the library.

I love the excellence of this era's pattern design. The hand craft techniques illustrated in this book are striking. Opportunity to create my hand work is unlimited. A beginner or skilled artisan to embroidery can accomplish a beautiful product. Anyone can gain insight of the importance of the suitable attire and the working life of the embroiderers. It is just so much fun and interesting to read and experience the techniques.