The Workwoman's Guide

The Workwoman's Guide: A Guide to 19th Century Decorative Arts, Fashion and Practical Crafts by A Lady

An amazing book... The 'Lady' provides hundreds of clear line drawings, illustrating the proper methods of making children's clothing, bed draperies, baskets, plus recipes for care of the household, from stain removers to home made ink. Unmatched in the breadth of topics covered, or the depth of instruction. The modern researcher will find this book especially rewarding to use with head-to-toe descriptions of men's, women's and children's clothing for the poor and the wealthy. Instructions for period household textiles from bed hangings, window draperies and scouring flannels, to burial shrouds and jelly bags. Unique plates show cutting layout and appearance of finished articles. Designed "to assist the unpracticed", this book is an invaluable tool for reproducing patterns and understanding period cut and construction. Highly recommended for anyone interested in studying or recreating the 19th century household.

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