li^i ii |il.'l-»*;"tf";' , ■■ ■ If I/'.-' ■ *■. i ■■■ii. 111 '■il-',..= i' !■;!;' '■' Ill ',<'■' ',) > '.'''I, :;iiv':;:. MV-i ■I' ,1' BlMiin ^'^• "^ .^ x<^- V'■' .a'* ..^^ •%., kV '<^^ V*' -^^- V- ^-^ -c^ A-4. % .■*'' .■-^- . ■^,# ■*bo^- •:^, "-"^f ■5^, .XX^'"^-^ ./• ^•s 0' V " >~^ 't.. .>^% s^:^ -<>. -f' '^^ V*^ ■CiQ- .^^' .'X' .■^^' v s^ '•$:., 't. v^^ \\- "Or 0^ c-?-' .^:^ "^.. .^-^ -^-^^ \^^^ .0^^' -^z- ^,v'-!%% -^A s^^ .^v .^'' .■^^\. ■"o. -^bo^ '>, •a'^' x^-'^V ■fU. V A-^'>-. ^ • .0 0. o 0^ .•*- "'^A v^^ s^^ '^. .n:^'% >> !>5 -p ' >\ ^^^ <^' m m iffj^ A TREATISE ON THE SCIENCE. ART AND DESIGNS Brawn Motk •••D X •*• /Iftrs, ITsaac /Iftiller Mouch TIPHN, OHIO cK ILLUSTRATED TRICE, ONE DOLLAR A Tl^liATLSE ON THC SCI[:NCC, ART AND DESIGNS ..OF...., y.,yiu V- BY MPS. ISAAC milfzQ HOLICK TirriN, OHIO ^^ ILLUSTRATED .^^^ PRICE ONE DOLLAR MADE By THE WERNER COMPANY AKHON, OHIO ^I V OCT §3 1397 1 Copyright, 1897 By Mrs. Isaac Miller Houck Tiffin, Ohio i [.' • DINING-ROOM DEDICATION This book is dedicated to all interested in the Art of Drawn Work. '■Them has he filled with wisdom of heart to work all manner of work. Of the engraver, and of the cunning workman, and of the embroiderer in blue, and in purple, and in scarlet, and in fine linen, and of the weaver, even of them that do any work, and of those that devise cunning work.'" I N preparing an exhibit of fine needlework for the Paris Exposition, the author of this book searched diligently far and near for aid in designs and instruction outside of her own orig- inal arrangement of threads and stitches in different articles of drawn work. To her sur- prise and disappointment she found no book whatever aevoted to this most beautiful, artistic and ancient of decorative arts. A few commonplace sketches, with not always clearly expressed directions for use in an occasional magazine, or interspersed in small proportion in books delineating numerous other studies in handicraft, were the only reward of her efforts, and she continued to be her own designer and instructor. But the idea was thus suggested that there might be many other needle women who would like to avail themselves of the help furnished by a book devoted to this especial branch of the science of dainty stitches, and that there were doubtless many others who would gladly learn this most gracious and delightful art. In planning and arranging this book, while both classes have been kept in mind, yet the author has endeavored, by the most minute and explicit directions, explanations and placing of illustrations, beginning with the simplest and easiest and ending with the most difficult and elaborate, by her experience in the choice of material and appropriate combinations and colorings, to enable the beginner to proceed step by step, to become an expert and accomplished needle woman. To do this the directions must be carefully studied and correctly and intelligently followed, each thread patiently drawn and every stitch perfectly taken, and the worker must not be satisfied with any but the best work of her hands. In this, as in all other arts — "The work represents the worker." Such workers, earnest, faithful, true, who love their work, will find a constant source of pleasure in this most artistic employment. It comes closer than any other to the beauty of the fabric, as it enters into the very web and woof of the fair cloth itself for the fashioning of new designs, or in the carrying out of the thoughts that will suggest themselves as the perfect weaving grows apace, and these pages will silently offer to the eye and mind a fascinating occupation or pastime, as well as a means of profit to those who need to help themselves or lend a kindly hand. In offering this book to its patrons the author takes a sincere pleasure, remembering that with the earliest mention of the art of the silversmith, the carver, and setter of gems, the workers in pounded brass and polished woods, it was also told that — "The hanging of the gate of the court was needle work of fine-twined linen." DOILY IN GREEN AND WHITE ■** Si^*;*---, ^^ i ""'"'"'"""'"""'"''"'mnimiiiimimrmrmmiammmrajirammmmimmmmw ?: 3?^'^ WiiiiiimiiiaiiiKiiuimiiiiiiiiiiimwmmmiiuiiroaiimiiiiimimiiiiiimiimmuiimm ,^. -«ite..„..,«,.,.....,.^^^^^^.j^^^ . i E ^^ ^<^ 9: ^mm!immmiti^Mmm'mi^^!i^k^^^^^ ri'rimiriiiriiiiiiiiitririririiMKitMniiiiiiiiiiniii CENTERPIECE THE APPROPRIATIONS OF DRAWN WORK The uses of drawn work are many. The dining-room would seem empty without its decorations of linen. The bed-rooms, too, must have their share. The sitting-room also requires a few choice pieces to complete its decorations. In fact, pieces of linen scattered here and there add much to the beautifying of home. There is no work to which the mingling of threads and fabrics has the fine lace effect as drawn work, but with a thought to pleasing the tastes of all, this book repre- sents a mingling of drawn work, embroidery and Honiton braid, I trust, with pleasing effect; also shows drawn work in color which the author feels positive will please the most fanciful. ^^ CHOOSING OF MATERIALS Tlie uses just mentioned naturally suggest the materials used. In di-awn work linen is the most suited of fabrics. Choose linen as free from dressing as possible, then you will be enabled to see if the threads are even, round and smooth. Next give a thought to the pattern to be woven. This will help to decide the thread. Just here let me remark: always use fine thread, let it be silk, linen or cotton. It will bind and weave more even and smooth and lend a beauty to the work that is quite fascinating. If only the very best efforts satisfy the worker, let this quotation apply to your work, "A thing of beauty is a joy forever." I will give the benefit of my experience by giving the original size of each piece and materials composing it throughout the book. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK DRAWmO OF THREADS urr Materials chosen, the next step is the drawing of threads. In drawing for hem measure widtli of hem required and draw the entire length and width, being very careful that the drawn space be the same width all around. The same method is u^ed in drawing for fringe. No. 1. DRAWING OF THREADS This engraving shows the threads drawn as in a border, using caution to have the space in proj^ortion on all sides. Count threads, or measure space is the bet- ter way, as it will result in more accuracy of effect than counting. This comjileted, we will give the next step, which is Hemstitching. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK HEMSTITCHING u u Threads drawn, we are now ready to learn how to Hemstitch. This engraving shows very jilainly tlie stitches. I have endeavored to make these descriptions very phiiu by using coarse linen and thread. I also basted the hem with black thread, showing just how the hem should be placed at edge of drawn sj^ace. Do the wdi'k on wrong side of piece, holding work firmly over first finger with thumb No. 2. HEMSTITCHING and second finger. The bottom needle shows the first step, the taking up of threads. The upper one represents the binding of the same by catching into the linen, being very careful not to stick over two threads deep. Thus we have the strands of linen bound with two threads, making it very substantial. The first taking up of threads must be regulated by the grade of the linen, taking just suf- ficient not to draw linen. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK DOUBLE AND DIAGONAL HEMSTITCHING uu No. 3. TWO STYLES OF HEMSTITCHING This engraving represents two styles of Hemstitching, tlie top space shows the double, simply Hemstitching ou both sides. The bottom re])resents the diagonal. Execute one side same as plain Hemstitching, (ni the oj^posite side divide the strands, binding half and half of each. Now we have described each stvle of Hemstitching, the next step will be prejmring work for the fVanu'. PREPARING PIECE FOR FRAME Having mastered the different styles of Hemstitching, and taking it for granted you can execute a goixl button-hole, the next step is the preparing a piece for the frame. The threads should all be drawn, the edges Hemstitched, the corner button- holed. In fact all styles of work, such as embroidery, or the jilacing of fancy braids should be executed, leaving nothing but the outlining and weaving to be done in frame. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 4. PIECE FOR FRAME This engraving represents a j^iece ready fur frame. Threads have been drawn with the exception of a few showing liow (h-awii. Button-hoHng and Hemstitching comiileted, the jiiece is in readiness for frame. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK PIECE IN FRAME Having pivpaivd the piece, the next question that suggests itself is how should the frame he ? This engraving shows style of frame with piece adjusted. In presenting this out I have shown the work in all its details, taking it fmm the drawing of threads to its completion — placing needle, showing the laying of threads. This piece is executed in white and a very delicate green, as you have observed in the repre- senting of tlie 2)iece finished. It also contains what I term the wrapped border. In one section in whit-h the threads are not all drawn you will observe needle showing binding strands of linen at sections. The next division shows these spaces wrapped, and the outlining begins. The wra2)])ing is accomplished by holding finger firmly against work ; then slipping needle through and through binding at sections. Wrapped borders should be done in silk, as it wra2:)s more smoothly. Corticelli spool silk, letter A, was used in wrapping and outlining; Corticelli Filo for weaving. Size of piece, nine inches. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK PIECE m FRAME No. 5. STYLE OF FRAME A TKEATISE ON DRAWN WORK KNOT STITCH un No.6. SHOWING KNOT STITCH The foumlation stitch of all drawn work is here represented. It is called the Knot Stitch. In making this stitch, carry the threads to the left, then ujiward to the right; then forming a loop, as shown hy the engraving, the needle is then inserted under the threads to be bound and carried upward through the loop ; draw the thread carefully and the knot will be produced. As seen, this stej) should be thoroughly understood and may require some ])ractice, since it will be of great advantage to the worker to tie the knot neatly. Having mastered the Knot Stitch, energetic needle women may now consider themselves competent to execute the most difficult of designs in drawn work. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK OUTLmiNG, BINDING, WEAVING rr tJ No. 7. OUTLINING, BINDING, WEAVING In tlii.s engraving there are three styles of work shown. By Outlining is meant the threads carried through the piece on which to do the rest of work. In one section of this cut you will observe the needle placed as in binding, using knot stitch, drawing firmly to the center. Two sections show the lay of threads before bound, the remaining section represents the weaving. Notice how the needle is placed and you will jilainly see how the weaving is done. Now you have had jiresented the rudiments of drawn work. If all are learned carefully you can feel yourself competent for the work. 10 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK DESIGN IN WRAPPED WORK u u No. 8. DESIGN IN WRAPPED WORK As there are quite a few designs in Wrajiped Work throughout the book, I have endeavored to represent a very plain style of wrapping, that you may fully understand how the work is done. Size of piece, eight inches ; fringe, one inch ; width of border, two and one-fourth inches ; button-hole with Corticelli Filo ; wrap with Corticelli spool silk, letter A ; hemstitch Avith cotton No. 100 ; prepare for frame ; bind and wrap as described in description No. 5. Press while in frame on wrong side ; remove and fringe. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 11 DESIGN m BLOCK rr u It y- *^; f"% I'i'VfWlTiTk'i V'i'i'i ITii 4/^ iVi: •*}► 5^Jf 3i*^ Jt't ^> ^*i >^ ^ ^ ** ** ^* ^'^ ^^ ^ ,..,n,„,..,,....",vMi.nMM'".".'M iiniM^Mrmira''''^' •■■'ill 9mmm No. 9. DESIGN IN BLOCK As block work is very attractive ami ♦,♦« /(iKiniitriiiiiiiMiiimiiiiitiKiiiiiiiiiii r//.V.WV/.VAViVAV.V.V.V.V.V.'.'AV.".V.'.V/i -; a ♦^ -^ :: a * T- - :• a ^ :- •• -•♦ = :• S ^ = 3 !- ■■ k: '■• ♦ — !• •: = r :^- %; = ? :: i ^ ?^ : i ? No. 13. BORDER FOR TABLE-CLOTH 18 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 14. CORNER WITHOUT ROSES u u The preceding number rejjresents a corner witli a cluster of roses. This en- graving shows the opposite corner without the chister. Be vei'y careful to draw border true in corner. This style of banding is very durable, very easy to iron, and has a most jileasing effect. In the next cut you will observe a cluster in the straight border. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 19 § 1 i|i».f.,f.f,H,f.f,tf,«.t*,f ♦**.***.f.#**«X' § 1 * ■^^v^^v;J:J;:^^^^^^v;::::::^^\^^\^\'u\^^'^^^";^'^'^^v.•.■.^•. s 5 5; s »^|ffff,ff*f«.*.»*,*»,ff.ff»fttf.f ♦♦♦♦♦♦< g 5 ♦; r^ ^_„i„„iiiiiiiniiiimiiiiniiiiiiiimniiiriiiiiiiiiiiimimniii J5 5 5 E3 ♦; - — v•'•'''''vv/.'/////'V/A^v/Av.v^^'Av.v^'.v.'.v.•.v.v,VlV.•.v; ^" 5 ♦• "-: -^ = !? Ts 5 5 & ♦^ 2 r' :.= S *! :^ ■* 5 =: ?; 5 ♦• :> ^ = ' S 5: ♦• pi *! 5 ■;. ^4 5 t 't ^ = -^ S 5 ••■ 5 ♦^ ' ' ': = J: & ♦^ - *i T- ^ V s No. 14. CORNER WITHOUT ROSES 20 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 15. CLUSTER IN BORDER This engraving represents to you a cluster of roses as seen in border. This will give you a very concise idea of what was meant l)y space between roses, jtlainly showing how the clusters are basted and embroidered, drawing threads and cut close to roses. This design would make a handsome lunch cloth, with roses executed in yellow or pink. Corticelli File No. 742 for yellow, No. 129 for i)ink. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 21 fft-.w.v.ww.-.'4VAV.mv.-.v,. 'Iinmilllli|lll»l/in;;;ii;/i;/i. ff*t9tff.tt.t.t*tt.f%. f;^^^^^v;^vAl^^v;;^^\Vl^^^v^'^^'lV.v.•^^•.•.•.•.•.^ *4tfff**ff* ♦.♦*♦*♦*♦*♦ ♦ f ^, mitniitriiiiiiiiiuiiiiiiiiiiuittiiiinimim iitiKiiiiiiuiiiniiiiMiiiiiiii.'iiirti mnl*tf.i.ttft*tfff**f**f*i ^?;lV//iV.^vlue. Outline with spool silk. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 23 No. 16. DOILY IN COLOR 24 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 17. DOILY WOVEN IN LINEN uu This engraving represents a Sideboard Doily. Size, eight inches ; width of small border, three-eighths of an inch; webs in corner; wide border is one and one- fourth inches with seven outlining threads; bind corner threads in center; divide in four parts, small border inside of diagonal hemstitching. As this doily is woven in one-thousand linen the weaving shows very smooth, as most of the engravings in this Ijook will. I approve of fine threads. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 25 No. 17. DOILY WOVEN IN LINEN 26 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 18. BORDER FOR LUNCH CLOTH rrrr This engraving represents three borders suitable for lunch cloth ; plain satin damask linen is here shown. Size of cloth, forty-four inches ; width of hem, one and three-fourths inches; width of narrow borders "l)oth same width," three-fourths inclies; width of wide border, one and one-fourth inches with nine outlining threads, five in small borders. In the wide border the figures are broken with chain-stitch webs, making a very striking border. No. 80 cotton was used for hemstitching ; Corticelli spool silk, letter A, i'ur outlining and weaving. Space between borders three-eighths (if an inch. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 27 m ^m.\f/..iT/.:*m.\T!'.tf f.i^p^ ^ »f*t^: ^:^ r^'^^'S^ ^»)^ ?*:*5 ^^^^i ^gjgi No. 18. BORDER FOR LUNCH CLOTH 28 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 19. TOP FOR PINCUSHION n CJ The figure shows design in wraj^ped work. Size of ^liece, five inches. The scallops and dots are worked in yellow; center of cream, white. Wrap strands of linen between space. Outline three threads through center of space, l)ind in center and weave. The work was executed with Corticelli Filo except wrapping and outlining. Trim margin after removing from frame. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 29 No. 19. TOP FOR PINCUSHION 30 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 20. BLOCK DOILY IN LINEN uu Size of doily, seven inches ; fringe, one ineli ; space, one-half inch ; size of block, three-fourths inch. Hemstitch around block, so as to have the same number of strands on each side ; five outlining threads; bind these strands, passing through piece. Bind threads thus lain in center, weave designs to suit fancy. Three designs are here repre- sented. No. 700 linen used for outlining and weaving. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 31 No. 20. BLOCK DOILY IN LINEN 32 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 21. CAKE DOILY WITH THREE BORDERS The original size of tliis doily is ten inches. Pillow-case linen and Corticelli spool silk, letter A, materials for its construction. The small l)orders are five-eighths inch wide. Bind the strands of linen through the center with a double thread ; this thread is separated anil drawn apart with the remaining outlining threads. The rosette in corner is woven partly on one side; reverse frame, weave on the other side; this done to suit fancy of weaver. Wide border is one and one-fourth inches in width. Nine outlining threads are used in the jilanning of this border. Bind all threads to a center; divide corner in five jjarts; weave as shown. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 33 No. 21. CAKE DOILY IN THREE BORDERS 34 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 22. DOILY FOR POLISHED TABLE u u This engraving represents a very pretty polished table decoration seven inches, with a three-fourth inch fringe ; size of space one-half inch ; strands of linen bound at sections, counting sixteen sections for center; the linen in these spaces is wrapped before outlining ; the outlining threads are then carried through the entire piece ; the strands of linen and outlining threads ai-e then woven on from section ; finish section where bound with a smooth finish of silk ; bind outlining threads in center of space, weaving on those in middle sections. This entire piece was done in pure white Corticelli Filo. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 35 No. 22. DOILY FOR POLISHED TABLE 36 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 23. FIRST STEP IN HANDKERCHIEF BORDER This engraving shows to you the first step in borders suitable for handkerchiefs. Hemstitch, button-hole and draw threads before putting in frame. Baste a tape around hem so that fastening in frame will not draw on the material. Size of hand- kerchief, eleven inches with a half-iuch hem. Either styles of hemstitching are suitable; bind strands of linen at sections, binding on the wrong side. Use spool silk letter A, or 100 cotton for binding. If cotton is used for carrying out the designs and hemstitching, use 120. If silk, use the pearl white letter A, dividing thread in three parts. Use very fine handkerchief linen. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 37 1 1 kMSMIiaMefllAMMaHM / 1 ■■■1 1 1 1 1 i ■■■•■■B999999«aaBaa, | ■■■•••»■•■■■*»■•••■: m ■■■■ «■■■! 1 •III int . 1 iigi UN . 1 ■!■! iiu 1 1 ■■!■ !■■• 1 1 !!!! lui 1 1!!! ••■• 1 1 ■■■1 nil nm llli ■■!! fili s!BSssiS88S888i»8 f 9»88SS»S88888B& No. 23. FIRST STEP IN HANDKERCHIEF BORDERS 38 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 24. DESIGN IN CORNER tj u As seea by tlii.s representation, the foundation of work is same as shown in the preceding number. Size of handkerchief same as No. 23 ; width of hem, one-half inch ; work done in pearl white Corticelli s^iool silk, letter A, divided in three threads ; button-hole when linen threads are cut with the divided thread ; do all the work except button-holing on the wrong side ; sponge and press before remov- ing from frame ; if lace, or insertion and lace are used for a finish, make size of linen smaller. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 39 No. 24. DESIGN IN CORNER 40 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK CORNER FOR CENTERPIECE u ZJ mE & I if I '/ >>ui>.iiiiiii,iiii.iiiilhatuiiliiii,.i'.ii.ii..r.i..,.i,iil.,iiaiiiui.iiiiii,ii.ii. >«' ,V '?;;: No. 25. CORNER FOR CENTERPIECE This engraving represents the uniting of (h-awn work and Honiton braid, and the result is very fascinating. Hemstitch, draw thread.s, embroider braid, cut linen from beneath before it is ready for frame. If f(jr the dining-table use pure white materials. If for sitting-room cream is, very appropriate. Size of piece, twenty-two inches ; fringe, one and one-fourth inch. Size of square in corner, six inches ; width of border, one and one-fourth inch with nine outlining threads. Observe Honiton braid in center; also upjier corner of drawn work, with three clusters in space between corners. Embroider Honiton braid with Corticelli Filo. Outline and weave with spool silk, letter A. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 41 7 ^^""^r** "^r"^ "^ § i '^ <-i^ .s<. No. 26. STAND COVER 42 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 27. POLISHED TABLE CENTER u tr This piece represents a strikingly pretty design where wrapping and weaving are done purely in silk. This piece is twelve inches square. Allowing one and one- fourth inch for fringe, draw threads width of border, two and one-half inches wide; button-hole before drawing threads for sections; divide in three parts, leaving a few threads between each part to be wrapped; bind sections and wrap. Now ready to outline and weave. This piece was completed in cream, but let fancy dictate to weaver, dividing Filo into two threads, as it has a smoother effect. Webs were partly woven on right side and finished on wrong side. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 43 ,M,.M„.,..,,,,,,,|,p.,,,,.,,.,,,,..,.,,,,.,,.,.Mvi.v|,Miin''M".ni;';Tn«!riT\'r:^ MMiMWmMUfm No. 27. POLISHED TABLE CENTER 44 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 28. SIDEBOARD DOILY This engraving represents a lovely doily for bracket decorations for the sideboard. The piece in size is nine inches square; fringe, one inch; border, one and one-half inch, with thirteen fnitlining threads. The space between corners is separated into seven equal parts; three of these parts are woven on. You will notice that on the strands of linen I have wrapped part way and finished by weaving. Finish center with bands of hemstitching, using different styles. Divide threads in corners into eight parts, allowing five threads each for four })arts and eight threads each for the remaining four. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 45 1 ^iKS-^Jk^JSles N l^m = >v. :: ■iiiiiiriiiliiiiiiiiiiiiiiiillB S ^^B^ivO^ ii;;;;/wv;;;;A\v.v.v,v.v,v.v.ViV.'.vii ^5???fi*y** i6:^y,ff !Ml.lM ilH^MMii;'! I MSM No. 28. SIDEBOARD DOILY 46 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 29. CORMER OF CARVER'S CLOTH urr Here is seen a style of work very suitable for table use or lunch cloth. The work is principally hemstitching, with clusters of embroidered designs in one or more of the corners. Finish the entire border before placing clusters. The leaves in this corner were basted on border, as it would be almost impossil)le to complete border in space between leaves. They were also placed at the edge of hem so that the edge could be trimmed shape of leaves. Size of this cloth, twenty by thirty with a one-inch hem. Fine sheet linen was used, using same for figures. Embroider these with Corticelli Filo. Hemstitch bands with 100 cotton. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 47 No. 29. CORNER OF CARVER'S CLOTH 48 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 30. STAND COVER IN YELLOW In this engraving is represented a style of work a^si^ropriate for small stands. The size of piece, twenty-four inches; fringe, two inches; the fringe is double; baste same as hem ; button-hole edge instead of hemstitcliing. The narrow border is three- fourths inch wide ; strands bound with five threads, weaving webs on every alternate binding. Space between borders three-fourths inch, on which figures called jewel work have been done. Width of wide border is two inches. Divide in three parts; draw all but six threatls between, which are b(jund and wrapped. Outline with white. Weave in yellow. No. 743.5; finish inside with jewel work. The yellow and jewels were done with Corticelli Filo, outlining with spool silk, letter A. Sponge, iron on wrong side ; remove from frame ; cut hem at edge, and fringe. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 49 No. 30. STAND COVER IN YELLOW 60 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 31. CORNER FOR TABLE-CLOTH u tr The borders of this engravino; are similar to those I have shown in lunch cloth. The chainstitch web is farther apart in wide border, corners are filled with different designs, and woven in 500 linen instead of silk. Damask linen is the foundation. Size of cloth, two and one-half yards square before hems were basted ; width of hem, two inches ; width of small borders, three-fourths inch ; width of wide bor- der, one and one-half inches, with nine outlining threads ; use either of small borders for napkins. Size of napkin, twenty-five inches, with a three-fourths inch hem. Centerpiece same as shown in this cut. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 51 No. 31. CORNER FOR TABLE-CLOTH 52 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 32. DOILY FOR WASH-STAND u u No. 32. DOILY FOR WASH-STAND Tlii-s cait represents a style (if work very similar to Mexican. Size of doily, seven inches square ; all(jw three-fourths inch fcjr fringe. Divide into seven spaces, allowing six threads between spaces. Bind sections and outline; weave one figure; web the next ; thus every alternate figure is carried out. Use pillow-case linen. Outline with Corticelli spool silk, pearl white; weave with Filo, ])ure white. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 53 Mo. 33. DOILY m YELLOW U XJ No. 33. DOILY IN YELLOW This cut represents another style similar to Mexican. Can be used with taste wherever placed, but very suitable for mantels or tables. Size of piece, seven inches ; three-fourths inch fringe ; divide into half-inch sections ; outline and weave as shown ; outline with spool silk, letter A ; weave and button-hole with Corticelli File. A delicate tint of yellow was used in this. Filo No. 742 with spool silk to match. 54 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. m. DOILY IN BLOCK WORK u u Here is represented a pretty style of woj'k. As the first glance leaves an impression, this style of work is also very durable, and is readily admired in white or color. This was executed in delicate shades of yellow and green, no white being used excej)t for hemstitching around scjuares. Outlining done in green, same shade as center weavings. Allow threads to cross on to[) of small blocks ; button-hole with same thread. The other weavings were done in yellow. We luive not had this piece brought out in color, as the colors were so plainly rejjresented in photo. Size of piece, eight inches with one and one-fourth inch for fringe ; width of border, two inches ; divided into five equal jiarts. Do hemstitching and button-holing before adjusting to frame. Use pillow-case linen ; Corticelli Filo No. 125 for green, No. 138 for yellow. Press, remove and fringe. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 55 No. 34. DOILY IN BLOCK WORK 56 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 35. DmmG-TABLE CENTER uu In the following engraving will be shown corner nsed in a table piece. After service has been removed, spread linen piece and place thereon a tray of fruit, or bowl of flowers. Size of piece, thirty inches. Wild roses were embroidered around edge. In three corners were drawn- work squares; six inches size of square. Work in silk or very fine linen. I prefer silk. In the opposite corner scatter buttercups, as they give a very attractive finish to the piece. Use fine sheeting. Embroider roses and buttercups with Corticelli Filo ; the drawn work was done in spool silk, letter A. If bleached linen is selected for material, use pure white thread ; if cream, match thread. The second corner will appear on the following page. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 57 No. 35. FIRST CORNER OF CENTERPIECE 58 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 36. CORNER No. TWO. u u No 36. CORNER No. TWO In this representation is shown an entirely different style of Drawn Work. Size of square, six inches; work very easily done, as you will observe, but very at- tractive and durable. This style of work is very aj^projjriate for handkerchief borders. As you will notice, there are a few buttercups at corner of square. As has been said, Corticelli silks were used in this piece. The next cut will show third corner. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 59 No. 37. CORNER No. THREE u u ^^^^^^1^ No. 37. CORNER No. THREE This engraving shows you the last of three corners. Size of corners same as No. 36; three styles of work are shown in this corner, but when laid out in sec- tions all are very easily executed. The strands of linen in center are wrajjped, the outlining threads bound in center and webs woven. Tlie roses can be drawn from eye. Size of roses, two inches across, with five leaves. These were done in pui-e white Corticelli Filo. Yellow would be very appropriate, using No. 506. 60 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 38. DRESSER DOILY IN YELLOW AND BLUE u u This dainty doily of lemou and blue is very suitable for polished tables or dresser. Size of piece, nine inches, with one and one-fourth inch fringe ; space in border, one- half inch, with a small band to tinish center. In this piece will be seen three different designs w^oven in spaces. On plain blocks forget-me-nots are embroidered, using Corti- celli No. 518 for the forget-me-nots, and No. 741 for weaving; outlining with spool silk, letter A ; use pillow-case linen ; hemstitch witli No. 100 cotton ; press on wrong side ; remove and fringe. J A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 61 No. 38. DRESSER DOILY IN COLOR 62 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 39. SIDEBOARD COVER X3X3 As we have been studying Dining-Room Decorations, let me add a suggestion for a Sideboard Cover. Arrange the linen just the size of top, using hem or double fringe. The borders here represented were drawn the same width — three- fourths inch — allowing space between of two inches. In this space were scattered forget-me-nots, the borders cross in C(jrner, forming a square of linen on which are embroidered Honiton l)raid. In this you will notice the unison with which drawn work, Honiton braid and embroidery are blended. The fancy stitch at edge was made to secure a second thickness of linen, so the fringe would be double; baste on wrong side. Outlining with 80 cotton, weaving with 500 linen, embroidering with Corticelli Filo ; fancy stitch, Avith EE wash silk ; use damask linen ; with all styles of work in linen use wash silk. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 63 No. 39. SIDEBOARD COVER 64 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 40. DESIGN FOR PILLOW TOP T3-U Here are seen different styles of work : embroidering, etching, outlining, wrapping and weaving. Size of piece, eighteen inches; use unbleached butchers' linen a ad cream thread. The embroidering, etching, outlining and weaving of outside border or linen decorations were done with Corticelli EE wash silk ; outlining, wrapping and weaving of drawn center with Corticelli ball silk. The heavy work, to be at- tractive, must be evenly done. Sponge, press thoroughly on wrong side, remove from frame and trim edge. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 65 No. 40. DESIGN FOR PILLOW TOP 66 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 41. CORNER OF TABLE-CLOTH uu In this engraving will be .seen figures and designs aj^projiriate for lunch or table- cloth. Plain linen was used ; hemstitching done with No. 80 cotton ; Corticelli spool silk, letter A, pure white for outlining, button-holing and weaving ; Corticelli Filo for embroidering figures on lAiun blocks. Size of cloth, two and one-half yards when done; hem, three inches; finish with bands; width of l)lock l)order, two and one- fourth inches; finish with liands of hemstitching. In the following engraving will be seen corner of centerjjiece matching cloth. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 67 ...n.ninmtimu;vuunuuun,r.-.;n|inpMiinivAminuHHm»uti»miuimum»uiM.uiiuti.ninimMiwini« ritatf No. 41 . CORNER OF TABLE-CLOTH 68 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 42. CORNER OF CENTERPIECE utu In this cut is shown corner of centerpiece to match table-cloth on the preceding page. Size of jiiece, twenty-four inches, with one and one-fourth inch for fringe; width of first border, seven-eighths of an inch; width of block border, two inches; third border, three-fourths inch ; different designs have been woven in this center, as will be seen by referring to No. 53. Use as in table-cloth, Corticelli spool silk ; also Filo as stated; figures on plain blocks, same as table-cloth. Use either of small borders with bands for napkins. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 69 No. 42. CORNER OF CENTERPIECE 70 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 43. TABLE PIECE IN BOLTING SILK In passing through the book you have noticed a few j^ieces in this style of work. The work shows very jirettily on polished tables or over dainty colored pillows. Size of this piece, eight inches across. Do the work with Corticelli Filo, j^leasing fancy as to color. Press on wrong side before taking from frame. Lastly, trim edge. Grade of bolting, No. 9XX. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 71 No. 43. TABLE PIECE IN BOLTING SILK 72 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. m. CORNER OF CENTERPIECE u tu This is corner No. 1 of centerpiece as shown in iirst i^art of book. As all corners are of different styles of work each will be represented. Size of piece, twenty- four inches ; one and one-fourth inch hem ; width of small border, five-eighths of an inch, with three binding threads ; the second border is one and one-fourth inch wide ; the third, one inch in width; and on one side are the same borders as are .shown in No. 55. On the o^jposite side you will find two different styles of weaving. Button- hole square in corner so that threads can be cut, leaving the square to be done in a style of wrapping and weaving to please fancy. Use Corticelli spool silk, letter A, for outlining and weaving ; cotton No. 100 for hemstitching. Use pillow-case linen. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 73 w ^•v^mm\\m\\n\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\.:::.\\\\\\\\\ym\^^^^^^^ ,^«Y*~^ -^"^' 21""'""""""""'""''""'"™""""""™ 5'* SRS&»'^C' H^^"^-^ ^ fZ>:::::i!::inwwiinwiimwmwnim'Mn ^"^ *»*^ i*"*i 5 ^SuV No. 44. CORNER OF CENTERPIECE 74 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 45. SECOND CORNER OF CENTERPIECE In the preceding engraving was shown one of four corners of centerpiece. This represents the second, in that the size was given ; also width of hem. The borders on one side are the same, l)ut the borders on the opposite side and corner are of different designs. In the one ])order nine threads are lain, upon which to weave. In the other, seven. In this the figure is partly woven and partly wrapped. Either of the borders shown in this piece would do well for single borders; they are very firm and will laundry well. If linen is desired for weaving, use very fine thread. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 75 v. '..v'.u\v.\«u\iivuwu\nt!iiiitiii;!iii!iimiiniimiiwiuiir,miiii\iiiin\v,!ii:: iriiiiiin.if ^''*^«?:.yiS:«i*:M:«i?l>:i»*Sl»'iMi».:fi.':i>'i^.;!r'rf,i>'r»:«i?;yi?l :<<»: •*-T*i No. 45. SECOND CORNER OF CENTERPIECE 76 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 46. PILLOW-TOP IN BOLTING SILK In this engraving is shown a beantiful design for Pillow-Top in bolting silk. Size of top, sixteen inches. The design is easily made after the hearts are drawn. Corticelli Filo silk, Nos. OOo, (;;)4.") for shades of green; Xos. 725, 729.5 for violets. Clip bolting from nnder weavings. Grade of bolting silk. No. IIX. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 77 No. 46. PILLOW-TOP IN BOLTING SILK 78 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 47. HANDKERCHIEF WITH BLOCK CORNERS uu In this engraving the work is principally hemstitching. While the style of work is very showy, it is durable. The hemstitched bands are drawn through hem, forming plain blocks in border. Outline from corner to corner and bind with a knotting of thread. Inside the border proper are block squares. Button-hole and hemstitch, then outline and weave webs. Size of handkerchief when done, eleven inches ; lace, one and one-fourth inch. Use cotton No. 120 for work, and very fine linen mull. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 79 ' «>Oi'5iiii«Mw»"""""""'"'""""""""""""'""'»'"^'*-' •.' ~ i I s qjiCJMP ?S«S3«0 ji I ^ s = a MiO I i H SftSwb i: I g g^>S^-^HV,>|§lO;mHIIHIlUllIUHU.HIHIII«IHHII>"«"""7;;".'""?''f'5 wmn^t^tmit^ - -^ ^ No. 47. HANDKERCHIEF WITH BLOCK CORNER 80 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 48. HANDKERCHIEF WITH BLOCK BORDER No. 48. HANDKERCHIEF WITH BLOCK BORDER In this Handkerchief you will notice a style of border very pretty, if woven in silk. Width of border, one and one-half inches; divide into three spaces; outline cross threads; weaving done from section of linen; sejjarate strands of linen in weaving. Outlining and weaving were done in Corticelli spool silk, letter A, divided into three threads, which necessarily shows the weaving very smooth, but hope i)lain enough to explain. Outside finish, Honiton braid. Beading and footing were used. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 81 No. 49. HANDKERCHIEF WITH TRIMMING iiVTV^^flP f^sH^ <'%^^''^ m,j^"^ M^^ " ivi^ SSISK llliit SB-" It S' mm Ih im mm mm Sm mm man mm a mm mi a is it Zm •« ffa •■ «« mm mm M« w 0w Bm mm «« X« «« mm mmmm i^Mdhka* No. 49. HANDKERCHIEF WITH TRIMMING The border in this Handkerchief is carried on after tlie foundation in No. 23 is exphiined and understood. Threads were drawn close to edge, leaving only mate- rial enough to cast insertion to. i^ize of linen, seven inches; width of insertion, one-half inch; width of lace, one and one-fourth inches; full at corner, or all around as to fancy. 82 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK Mo. 50. CORNER OF STAMD COVER tJ XJ This engraving represents one of four corners as shown in No. 2B. The piece was designed as a cover for jardiniere stand. AVhen the forget-me-nots are to the front, the borders are alike; when the squares of th-awn work are visible, those two borders are siniilai-. All corners are different designs. In this you will observe wrapped work in l)order. Corner is divided into ten parts, woven so far from center straight ; then the taking up and dropping of threads begin. Size of piece, twenty-five inches; fringe, one and one-half inch ; width of narrow border, one-half inch; width of wide border, one and one-half incli. Corticelli spool silk, letter A, pure white, for outlining, wrapping and weaving. In forget-me-nots use Cbrticelli No. 518 to 5120; for stems, 107 to 110. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 83 No. 50. CORNER OF STAND COVER 84 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 51. CORNER No. 2 OF STAND COVER uu In this cut is shown the second corner of No. 26. This is an opposite corner and represents the unitina; of ditierent borders, Avhich forms an odd corner. In this you will observe a very odd design woven in open space to match. As will be seen, the width of liorders is the same; figures in small border same, with the scattering of forget-me-nots in corner. Work done in silk, the numbers of which are found on preceding page. We will present a few different styles of work Ijefore giving the third and fourth corners. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 85 m JpMh yk\ 5^ siBSBii'^^"'*"^*'^^«™^ I No. 51. CORNER No. 2 OF STAND COVER 86 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 52. DOILY IN BOLTING XJ u No. 52. DOILY IN BOLTING This little Doily consists simply of Toses for corners,' united at edges by leaves. The embroidering in this was in white, but color can be substituted. I suggest yellow or pink. Grade of bolting, Ko. 12XX. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 87 No. 53. STAND COVER A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 54. THIRD CORNER OF CENTERPIECE In this cut is slidwn the uniting of lK)rders represented in No. 44 and in No. 55. Notice particularly the laying of threads and the style of weaving. You will have no difficulty in producing border with like effect. In this you will observe different designs in corner; both are very pretty. As seen, the one is divided in six parts and weaving carried out; the other into four. Weave as shown. Small openings in hemstitched bands were filled in webs. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 89 *■ ' ' ^v• \vmvAn«m«VA\w\wu««\\MWi»""M\m«mi«u«iv,umi«uu™Htnnmwiiiiiiin»ii\iiiiiii j3'.i;ii;iiii.'i;::;"i;i:!ii!;;iiiiii:ii::ii!iiiiiniii;i:iiiir,iiii;r.ii| g|^ No. 54. THIRD CORNER OF CENTERPIECE 90 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK Mo. 55. FOURTH CORNER OF CENTERPIECE u u In the representing of this corner there are shown you nine styles of work. Size of piece, twenty-four inches, with one and one-fourth inch hem, finished with double hemstitching. Small border is five-eighths of an inch wide, with three out- lining threads. Notice closely style of weaving. Next border, one and one-fourth inch wide. On one side we have eleven threads; the corresponding border has but five, only one-half of border being outlined. You will observe how weaving is done, the remaining strands of linen being wrapped. Third border, is one-inch wide with seven threads carried through both, but difierent styles of weaving; finished on inside with bands of hemstitching. Entire piece is shown in front of book. There are no two borders alike and different corners. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 91 I ■ .|;•,^^1F.,>:*!♦;ir;l>:l>:«,Il^«^♦:,:♦^>:,:♦:,»:i:t:l:♦^M j^-^,p;j.';)jn/j;i;;i;;i;;i;iiiiiiii!nin;iiuuiiuiia;;!iiit!in! No. 55. FOURTH CORNER OF CENTERPIECE 92 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 56. SIDEBOARD CENTER nu In this you have a style of border work. Size of jiieoe, thirteen inches with fringe one and one-half inch, with a small hemstitched band; first border, one and one-half inch wide, with eleven outlining threads. The work in border is broken by using different designs. Corners are divided into eight parts ; weave as shown. Second border is one inch wide, with chiefly outlining. The corners are woven first in webs, branching out into twelve parts. Corticelli spool silk, letter A, used in outlining and weaving. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 93 No. 56. SIDEBOARD CENTER 94 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 57. DESIGN FOR DRESSER COVER uu In this eiigr;iving are represented three styles of borders, two of which we term ribbon borders. Let surface to be covered dictate size of cover; allow hem of one inch; in this double hemstitching was used for a finish; border with two ribbons is two inches wide; ribbons are drawn back at end that border may be understood; middle border is called the butterfly, and indicates very plainly how threads are lain for the jjrocess of weaving ; third, or diagonal ribbon border, is one and one- fourth inch wide with I'ibbon removed at one end, representing border plainly before inserting ribbon. In this cover No. 100 linen thread was used. Necessarily heavy weight of linen is required ; use fine linen sheeting, and ribbon to match decorations of room. Pink and delicate green here represented ; gold and pale blue for yellow room. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 95 No. 57. DESIGN FOR DRESSER COVER 96 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 58. DESCRIPTIVE CORNER TO No. 67. This engraving represents Corner of No. 67, taken larger tliat the work may he plainly demonstrated. Thei-e is a space of one-half inch hetween fringe and narrow border; width of horder, one inch with seven outlining threads. On every other binding webs are woven. The width of hoi-dei' in squiii'e is one and three-fourths inch, with threads drawn through the small Ixiider. In this open space outlining threads are lain both ways; hind threads as sIkiwh; weave figure to suit fancy. You will observe there is wrapping in large hdrdci'. Please notice the design in corner of square was divided into seven paits with weaving carried out as seen. The linen square formed by drawing border is divided into three j^jarts, both ways, leaving six threads of linen to be bound and wrapped, outlining on wrong side to mapj^ed strands; weave figure to your fancy. In the placing of ])raid (»r scattering of fiowers refer to No. 07. Use spool silk Corticelli, letter A, pure white, for all work except flowers and securing of braid. For the forget-me-nots use No. 518 to 520; for stems No. 107 to 110, use No. 614 for embroidering braid. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 97 No. 58. DESCRIPTIVE CORNER TO No. 67 98 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 59. CORNER OF STAND COVER u u In this engraving will be found a style of work that will please the most fan- ciful. The entire piece is shown in No. 53, leaving no doubt as to how threads are drawn. Size of piece, twenty-five inches, with one and three-fourths inch fringe; width of outside border, one and one-fourth inch ; divide into spaces by leaving about six linen threads between space ; these are wrapped ; outlining done on these wrapped strands ; outline on wrong side ; we are now ready to bind and weave ; the space between border is two and one-half inches ; small border, three-fourths inch ; finish small border same as large one, weaving either design in linen ; square in corner grouj) a cluster of violets, using Corticelli Filo No. 725 to 729.5; for stems and leaves. No. 781 to 784. In the space along sides scattei' buttercups ; as shown in No. 53, use Corticelli Filo No. 503 to 507 for buttercups ; No. 782 to 785 for stems and leaves. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 99 .l»44lllltil44)ilUa41 ■'f li No. 59. CORNER OF STAND COVER 100 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 60. DESIGN IN BLOCK CORNERS urr In describing this style of border I will endeavor to explain clearly how threads were drawn to t'orni blocks. Size of piece, ten inches ; one inch for fringe ; button- holing, wrapping, outlining, weaving and embroidering on plain blocks were done with pure white Corticelli Filo ; width of outside bordei', three-fourths inch ; divide into seven parts ; wrap six linen threads ; outline on these on wrong side. In button- holing for this border work through to the outside button-holing, leaving the square of linen it forms in center. The same thought is carried out in the third border, which is five-eighths inch wide, leaving squares of linen in corner. For second bor- der, di'aw threads between rows of button-holing, leaving linen in corner. Outline and weave webs. Use different figures in first and third borders ; also different on linen squares. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 101 No. 60. DESIGN IN BLOCK CORNERS 102 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 61. POLISHED TABLE SQUARE u u In this engraving is shown a blending of colors, the style of work very similar to that of piece in frame. Size of piece, ten inches, with one and one-fourth inch for fringe; width of border, one and three-fourths inch; divide in four parts; wrap linen threads in pink, using Corticelli File No. 573. Outline in spool silk; weave small figures in green, using Filo No. 833 ; button-hole and finish off corner figures in white, No. C)l(). The star corners are divided into six parts, the wheel corner into eight. Notice at edge of corner we have a saw finish, which is done by looping thread around outlining thread, securing it in button-hole edge. Comjjlete piece with a narrow band on inside. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 103 No. 61. POLISHED TABLE SQUARE 104 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 62. VASE DOILY IN BOLTING uu No. 62. VASE DOILY IN BOLTING Here is represented a very pretty Vase Doily in bolting. Size, 6 inches ; roses are placed at regular intervals around edge, joined by leaves; white is here shown, but color could be substituted. Weave with C'orticelli Filo ; trim edge after remov- ing from frame. Grade of bolting, No. 14XX. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 105 No. 63. CENTERPIECE 106 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 64. THIRD CORNER OF No. 26 uu This engraving shows you the third coiner of No. 2(J. Borders in this niv alike, each having nine outlining threads on which the same figures are woven. Corner space in border is divided into five parts. After web has been woven in center carry out the weaving by dro}>i)ing and taking up threads ; square inside of border four inches ; divide in seven spaces, leaving six linen threads be- tween space ; outline as shown ; weave webs at sections ; use Corticelli spool silk, pure white, for outlining and weaving. No. 100 Cotton for hemstitching. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 107 ,,..A. >>...\,,\.;,.,,,\..,,i,..\i\,,..\>iu.a...ui,i.u.,ila.,ii.a>i.....i .U .I'L.l, /i\T/iLiWilA^/l.\Wi.\¥/(IW/iuX.I»^ mmmmmmm^ 1 M ^^ i @®0®®@ rgi-i nTl No. 64. THIRD CORNER OF No, 26 108 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 65. FOURTH CORNER OF No. 26 rr u 111 this engraving you will notice aw in No. '>!, that odd borders are united at this corner. In the one border you will observe two ilesigns are woven, the other weaving united with wrapped work; figures in small borders same throughout piece. In this corner is woven an odd design to compare with odd borders. Divide threads into seven parts as shown; forget-me-nots fill corner of linen; use ])illow-case linen; silk as spoken of in other corners. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 109 No. 65. FOURTH CORNER OF No. 26 no A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 66. POLISHED TABLE CENTER uu Here is shown a stylo of work that is very atti-aetive, most suitable for stands or polished tables. The original size of this i)iece was fourteen inches, with one and one-fourth inch fringe; width of border, two inches. Divide sides into four spaces, leaving six linen threads between spaces to be wrapped; outline on wrong side; bind outlining threads and weave. Two styles of weaving are shown, making it a reversible piece. Divide corner into blocks; hemstitch around lilocks; outline and weave as represented; finish inside with a diagonal hemstitched band; use pillow-case linen. All work except hemstitching was done in Corticelli spool silk, letter A, pure white. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 111 No. 66. POLISHED TABLE CENTER 112 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 67. AN ELABORATE STAND COVER U In this engraving is shown a very Elaborate Stand Cover. Here also is seen the uniting of drawn work, embroidery and Honiton braid. Size of piece, twenty-seven inches, with two inches for fringe. (See description of corner in No. 58.) In this is plainly seen how the braid was placed, and the scattering of flowers. There are represented eight styles of drawn work, the woi:k all done in silk. Refer to No. 58. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 113 \\^''""-y'^-"t:i...,i,.Jl.V,\aU,„.t,„l,iM,.MM>\ , I ' r ;" '■ '/ - -, gs'*''%' V iA\vvi»-«vfK.v#»\"n'i , i'4 »'i vi'».A,iiiA 1..^ .,,., .,,. ' ' ' X' ^«*k - Nxl t'y% >'■«.■>■' «: r^^ .^ ^ No. 67. ELABORATE STAND COVER '■^'^v No. 67. ELABORATE STAND COVER 114 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 68. VASE DOILY IN BOLTING In this engravins; are shown several styles of work : embroidering, jewel work, etching, stitch outlining and Kensington ; also a Mending of several colors, as will be seen. Use Corticelli silk No. !•], for yell(»\v; No. (Soo.iSoO for green; No. 528 for brown; No. 654.651 for purple; No. 655.1) tijr piidc; grade of Ixdting' No. 5X. Size of piece, nine inches. f % A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 115 No. 68. VASE DOILY IN BOLTING 116 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 69. CORNER OF STAND COVER tr tr The style of work lu'i-c rejiresented is similar to that in No. 25, the uniting of" drawn work and Honiton braid. Size of piece, twenty-four inches; one and one- half inch for fringe ; size of square, seven inches. Wrapping and weaving are here shown. Use Corticelli Filo for embroidering braid; spool silk, letter A, for out- lining and weaving. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 117 No. 69. CORNER OF STAND COVER 118 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK No. 70. DOILY IN COLOR u u In describing this piece I refer yon to jiiece in frame or No. 5. In that I endeavored to carry your thought through the entire piece. You also have the piece shown as one of the introductories, where it has been finisheil in white and green. In this I have shown the blending of white and yellow, using Corticelli Filo No. 614 for white, Corticelli Persian No. 504 for yellow. Size of piece, ten inches; fringe, one inch; width of border, two and one-half inches, with a finish of a hemstitch band. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 119 No. 70. DOILY IN COLOR 120 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK C.QMiCELL.L Found on Spool Silk, Twist, Roll Braid, or Wash Mnihroidery Silk Is a guarantee of Excellence in Manufacture. For over half a century Corticelli goods JiHve been tlie recognixefl standard for tjnality and finish Sold generally by- Retailers. ■'%^'V%^V%''V%''%^'%^'%^'%^*^%^%^V%''%^V%'%^%^'%^V^'%^%^V%''%^' Made by Nonotuck Silk Co., 1 Bridge St., Florence, Mass. Jf tteautiful €ottipkxlon Depends on Several Conditions, A Healthy Digestive Apparatus; A Good Assimilative Power and A Healthy Condition oJ the Elimlnative Powers, viz.: Kidneys, Skin, etc. Chocolates. Pastries, Fried Articles and Greasy Substances Should be Studiously Avoided. tb<$c little details attended n few doses of Imperial Blood Remedy Will restore a Complexion that will be the envy of every lady you meet. ' — Price. 50c Per Bottle We would also call attention to our remedies for HAY FEVER - - WHOOPINC COUCH COLDS - - . CROUP - - - - NEURALGIA - - SICK HEADACHE - 50c SOc 2Sc 2Sc 50c 25c Address all orders to ^~ Imperial Remedy Co, Ciffin. Obio. 6ood=byeneuralgla this IS NOT A WOKLD CURE. We claim for this Remedy only, a never failing W CONQUERER NEURALGIA PAINS Unlike many other remedies it has been thoroughly tested. It is the result of an Eminent German Scientist's research, who has devoted a life-time to perfecting this WONDERFUL ■^^pTung REMEDY. It Btands without a peer in the Medical line, and commends itself to the public on its own merits, will send to your address by mail, postpaid, securely packed, on receipt of PRICE, so CTS. 5S IFleuralgia Cure Co. ZifUn, ©bio. A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK 121 CTOP THAT HEADACHE ^n!^ "^ SHAFFER'S ASEPTIC POWDERS. THE GREATEST HEADACHE PANACEA KNOWN. A Sore and Prompt Remedy in Relieving: Painful Periods and Periodic Headaches. They May be Relied Upon With Perfect Confidence for the Cure of Any Kind of HEADACHE OR NEURALGIA. They Cdiitain No f )|ii!ite of any kind or Cathartic Medicine, and have no unpleasant action at all. To use them for any time does ni>t recjnire an increase of the dose to jiroduce the desired eflect. A PROMPT CURE, relieving Nervous Debility, Sleeplessness, Sour Stomach, Over Brainwork, Depression and Tirefl Feeling. Free from anything injurious. Cure (iuarauteed. They may be given with perfect safety to children to reduce Fever and Nervous Headaches, which may be rejieated in an hour if necessary. DOSE : Place one powder on the tongue and take a swallow of water. If not relieved in fifteen ( 1.5 ) minutes repeat the close. Two powders will relieve the most obstinate ease. For children between five and ten years, one-half the above. FOR SALE BY ALL DRUGGISTS. Price : 10 Cents per Package, and will be sent to any part of the World, post- age jiaid, u]ion receipt ot' Price. CAN BE ORDERED BY MAIL. Ask your Druggist for Shaffer's Aseptic Powders. If he does not keep them, you can write direct to us. We take care of all mail orders, whether you want one powder or one hundred. TESTIMONIALS. We refer with permission to the followhig prominent jjcople, who have used and do now use Shatier's Aseptic Powders : Odette Tyler, with Chas. Froham's Co.; James O'Neil, In Monte Christo ; Cajjt. J. C. Mitchell, V. S. E. M. Ser- vice ; Mr. H. L. Taylor, I'. S. Rev. Marine Steamer Seward ; Herbert W. Lewis, Agent Board of Children's Guardians ; Blanche Walsh, with Trill)y Co.; Frank \. Connor, with Cha.s. Froham's Co., Gay Parisians; Fred. C. Peck, Pension Bureau, AVashington, D. C. ; Isaac Gans, Manager for Ijansburgli & Bro. Address all Orders to WILLIAM E. SHAFFER, Manufacturing Chemist, No. 509 E Street, Northwest, WASHINGTON, D. C. Corticelli Spool Silk For Dressmaking or Family Sewing. '.!» Corticelli Horhe Needlework Special New Designs, for Tea Cloths. Centerpieces. Doilies and Photograph Frames; including 27 Colored Flower Plates, reproduced in natural colors, showing just how to embroider all the popular flowers, giving colors of silk and direction of the stitches used for each design. JSES^ a great help to beginners. All the embroider^' stitches described and illustrated. Also rules for knitting Bicycle and Golf Stockings. The Colored Plates alone are worth the price ot the book. Send us 10 cents. Write to-day. NonotuckSilkCo., 1 Bridge St., Florence, Mass. 122 A TREATISE ON DRAWN WORK .^ A Bavarian Physician's Prescription The greatest boon on earth to women who suffer from Sick- headache, Nervousness, Dyspepsia, Constipation, Vertigo or Dizziness, and all Stomach Troubles. To the UNTOLD MILLIONS who never feel well, and don't know what their ailment is these GERMAN TABLETS come like a blessing from heaven. Use them and life will be worth the living ¥¥¥ REFERENCES BY PERMISSION. Rev, Dr. Kefauver, Chancellor of Heidelberg University, Rev. Dr. D. D. Bigger, State Supt. of Missions Presbyterian Church, Rev. Dr. O. V.W. Chandler, Formerly Iowa State Supt. Missions M. P. Church, Mother Superior of Ursuline Convent and College, and The Author of this book. .J^Sil^^l^z;: -"liltl^^^lBaBi SENT BYiMAIL ONIRECEIPT OF TWENTY-FIVE CENTS. CfieRubbardDrufiCo. Ciffin, Ohio. THE AUTHOR'S FRAME drawn work. IN coniiectiou with the book the author has adopted a certain style of FRAME in which the work should be done. As she feels confident there is no way of doing the work so effectually as by adjusting to this style of Frame, refer to figure No. 5 to see style of Frame, and notice how work is adjusted. Pieces ranging from 6 to 26 inches in size can be adjusted in this Frame. There is one exception: when small borders or bands are used exclusively, work can be done by holding firmly in hand, or by using rings, such as you will notice in Corticelli Silk advertisement with work adjusted. When borders have outlining threads there is positively no way of aceomjilishing the work as it should be without adjusting to Frame of this style. The author of this work asserts that this style of Frame has been her helpmate in presenting to vou this work of art. 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