Beeton, Mrs. (Isabella Mary) 1836-1865 creator text utu 2005 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Beeton's Book of Needlework" by Mrs. Beeton is a comprehensive instructional guide on needlework techniques written in the late 19th century. This work serves as a detailed resource for various types of needlework, including tatting, crochet, knitting, and embroidery, aimed primarily at women looking to enhance their skills or engage in creative hobbies. The opening of the book introduces the art of needlework, highlighting its historical significance and the increasing interest among women of all backgrounds. It sets the stage for the instructional content that follows, beginning with a focus on tatting, detailing the tools required, and providing step-by-step instructions on stitches and patterns. The thoroughness of the guide is evident as it not only describes techniques but also mentions the quantities of materials needed for each project. Thus, the beginning of this manual presents an encouraging invitation for readers to explore and master the art of needlework through clear and practical guidance. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2005-02-22 Produced by Julie Barkley and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team. Original publication data not identified Needlework -- Patterns Crocheting Knitting Lace and lace making TT Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/15147 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/15147 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133344.0 15147