The Young Ladies Journal & Guide To The Work Table.
Containing Instructions In Berlin Work, Crochet, Drawn-Thread Work, Embroidery, Knitting, Knotting or Macrame, Lace, Netting, Poonah Painting & Tatting.
With Numerous Illustrations
Published by E. Harrison: London 1888
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The Young Ladies Journal & Guide To The Work Table, published in 1888 by E. Harrison of London, is a comprehensive instructional manual that serves as an essential guide for young women of the Victorian era interested in needlework and various domestic arts. This fifth edition offers detailed instructions on a wide variety of crafts, including Berlin Work, Crochet, Drawn-Thread Work, and Poonah Painting, among others. These techniques were central to the decorative arts of the time and were highly valued for both their practical applications and aesthetic qualities.
In addition to the core needlework techniques, this guide covers other popular crafts of the period, such as knitting, macramé knotting, lace making, and tatting. The book is illustrated with numerous diagrams and coloured designs, providing clear visual aids to help readers learn and master these crafts. Each technique is carefully explained to ensure even beginners can follow along, making it an accessible resource for women looking to enhance their domestic skills or engage in creative hobbies.
With its focus on craftsmanship and beauty, this guide would appeal to collectors of Victorian-era books, crafters, and enthusiasts of vintage domestic arts. It is an excellent representation of the skills expected of women during the 19th century and remains a valuable piece for those interested in the history of craft and design in domestic life. The book's enduring relevance as a practical guide and its historical significance make it an important addition to any collection of 19th-century literature on women's work."
General wear, fading and rub through to covers and spine as shown. Appears to have had a bookplate removed from pastedown. Inside hinges split and covers are wobbly with fully relaxed binding. A good reading copy in decent, complete condition. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Size 22.5cm x 16.5cm x 1cm - 136 Pages + Publishers Advertising
