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18th Century Embroidery Techniques by Gail Marsh (2006, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherGMC Distribution
ISBN-101861084765
ISBN-139781861084767
eBay Product ID (ePID)63057872
Product Key Features
Book Title18th Century Embroidery Techniques
Number of Pages192 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2006
TopicNeedlework / Embroidery, Fashion & Accessories
IllustratorYes
GenreDesign, Crafts & Hobbies
AuthorGail Marsh
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.7 in
Item Weight33.7 Oz
Item Length10.9 in
Item Width8.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2006-389320
Dewey Edition23
Dewey Decimal746.4409033
SynopsisBrimming with intricate drawings, color photos of museum-held pieces, and excerpts from 18th-century writings, this fascinating, highly readable book explains how embroiderers embellished the bewitching, sumptuous clothing of the day. Gain insights into the working life of 18th-century embroiderers; and study the tools, equipment, stitches, and threads employed to embroider everything from petticoats to a polonaise robe. And learn techniques as relevant today as they were then, including working with metal thread and spangles, silk embroidery, quilting, tambour, and the forgotten arts of Hollie Point and knotting. A must for students of embroidery, fashion, and textiles; historical costume creators; collectors; and needlework enthusiasts., For the wealthy, the 18th century was a period of decadent splendour, and their clothing was no exception - sumptuous fabrics were embellished with lavish, ornate embroidery. In this book, Gail Marsh looks at some of the techniques and tools that embroiderers of the day used to create their stunning items of clothing., In this fascinating book, Gail Marsh tells how 18th century embroiderers created such exquisite items. Relevant quotations from ladies and gentlemen of the period, intricate drawings of costume pieces with detail of the stitches, threads and techniques plus colour photographs of museum-held pieces provide the reader with a thorough understanding of 18th-century embroidery techniques.
LC Classification NumberTT770
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- Mar 10, 2022
Wonderful book
I have wanted this book for a long time but put it off because I'm a historical sewist not an embroiderer. I wish I had gotten it sooner. This is a beautiful book that is packed with knowledge. Generally, this book covers several types of embellishments that were popular at the very beginning of the industrial revolution and how they evolved into machine made trims and laces. What we modern individuals think of as embroidery is just part of what this book covers. I was thrilled and inspired by other topics including tambour, smocking, knotting and quilting. The information on the tools isn't limited to brief mentions of their names. The tools are thoroughly described, and information is given on how they were used or even set up in homes and workshops. The lives of the people doing this work are discussed and how the industry impacted the economy. This book is a gold mine. I highly recommend it for anyone with an interest in textile history.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Aug 19, 2019
Historical Elegance in Embroidery
The history is fascinating, the photography is clear and detailed, the drawings are very good, I am incredibly inspired by the beauty, workmanship, and creativity, presented in this book. I Highly recommend!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Apr 29, 2025
Very Good Purchase
Very informativeVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
