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Needlework Demonstration Book
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Needlework Demonstration Book

Date1920-1939
Object NameSampler
Mediumcard, cotton, braid, paper, wool
ClassificationsFashion and Dress
DimensionsOverall (Closed Height x Width x Depth): 303 × 244 × 18mm
Overall (Open Height x Width x Depth): 303 × 488 × 17mm
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS054165
About MeNeedlework sampler notebook demonstrating various techniques and stitches including button holes, gathering, pintucks, darning, smocking and feather stitch on small pieces of cotton, wool and knitted wool attached to the card by thread. It would have been made by a student.