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Stitches by Penelope, The Book of
Textile

Stitches by Penelope, The Book of "Hows" Series

Wm. Briggs & Co. Ltd.

1970

A booklet outlining an alphabet of embroidery stitches, from the Algerian eye stitch to the weaving stitch. The booklet is for instruction for people new to embroidery and the first page outlines the...

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Hardanger by Penelope
Textile

Hardanger by Penelope

Wm. Briggs & Co. Ltd.

mid 20th Century

A booklet focussing on Scandinavian hardanger embroidery form Norway. The first page gives an introduction and and example of making hems. The patterns are geometric in design. Designs are: viking, B...

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Modern Crochet by Penelope, book 2
Textile

Modern Crochet by Penelope, book 2

Wm. Briggs & Co. Ltd.

mid 20th Century

A booklet with crochet projects. Project include cobweb mat, shamrock lace, bowl of flowers, wild rose, dainty edgings, necklets, double Dutch, lace trio, smart neck wear, Celtic motifs, Grecian tray ...

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