Cover of Art in needlework
Read Time: ~4.4 hr

Art in needlework

by Lewis F. Day with Mary Buckle (1977)

About this book

At the turn of the 20th century, machine embroidery began to overtake hand work. Lewis F. Day and Mary Buckle look back on embroidery in history, not always flattering, and talk about the relationship between the embroiderer and the designer.

Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreArt in needlework Lead Character

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