The Lady's Knitting-Book by Elvina Mary Corbould
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"The Lady's Knitting-Book" by Elvina Mary Corbould is a practical guide dedicated to the art of knitting, written during the latter half of the 19th century. This instructional book provides readers with a comprehensive collection of eighty clear and easy patterns that encompass both useful and ornamental knitting techniques. The focus is on detailed explanations and simple patterns catering mainly to woman knitters, reflecting the Victorian era's interest in domestic crafts. The
book consists of a wide array of patterns and instructions ranging from items like socks, stockings, and sweaters to decorative motifs such as antimacassars and quilts. Each pattern includes specific details about the yarn, knitting needles, and methods, accommodating various skill levels, from beginners to more experienced knitters. Corbould's meticulous approach emphasizes the importance of using the correct yarn for each project and aims to demystify common knitting techniques, making it accessible for all women interested in expanding their knitting repertoire in an era where crafting had social and practical significance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Corbould, Elvina Mary, 1849- |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Lady's Knitting-Book Containing eighty clear and easy patterns of useful and ornamental knitting |
| Credits |
Produced by Susan Skinner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 83.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TT: Technology: Handicrafts, Arts and crafts |
| Subject | Knitting -- Patterns |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 62646 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-62646-8 |
| Release Date | Jul 14, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 523 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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