Description

This vintage book contains a complete handbook on macramé, with historical information, step-by-step directions, explanations of terms, tips for avoiding common mistakes, and much more. "Encyclopedia of Needlework" is highly recommended for both novice and seasoned needlework enthusiasts and would make for a useful addition to collections of allied literature. Contents include: "Materials", "Macramé cushion and other accessories", "Formation of the knots", "Knotting on the threads", "Knotting on threads on to a knotted heading", "Knotting on threads on to a picot heading", "Knotting on threads with round picots", "Knotting on threads with a fringe heading", et cetera. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction. This book was first published in 1890.