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The Complete Encyclopedia of Needlework
by Therese De Dillmont
ISBN: 0762403888
ISBN-13: 9780762403882
Format: Hardcover
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Bibliographic Details
Publisher: Courage Books
Published date: 1998
Edition: 3rd edition
Size: 6.75 x 9.75 inches
Weight: 2.6 pounds
Pages: 704
Publisher's Notes
Originally published in 1884, a must-have guide for needle-workers interested in rediscovering nearly forgotten techniques is a resource for basic sewing skills augmented with easy-to-follow, diagrammed directions.
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The Complete Encyclopedia of Needlework
Therese De Dillmont
Courage Books. Used - Very Good. Great condition for a used book! Minimal wear. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Shipped to over one million happy customers. Your purchase benefits world literacy! ( more information) Offered by Better World Books (United States)
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THE COMPLETE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF NEEDLEWORK
Therese De Dillmont
Courage Books,. VG/VG 1996. Hardcover. Oversize hardcover 3rd edition with clean, bright covers and contents. Light, minor DJ wear (no tears) . Not a former library copy. ; . ( more information) Offered by Nelson & Nelson, Booksellers (Wise Street Books) (United States)
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The Complete Encyclopedia of Needlework
Therese De Dillmont
Courage Books, 1998-09. Hardcover. Like New. This book is just like new - clean, tight and unmarked. An apparently unread copy in great condition.* ( more information) Offered by AZBOOKA2 (United States)
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