The Workwoman's Guide

Name/Title

The Workwoman's Guide

Entry/Object ID

646.4 L339w Copy 3

Description

Instructions to the inexperienced in cutting out and completing those articles of wearing apparel, &c., which are usually made at home; also, explanations on upholstery, straw-platting, bonnet-making, knitting, &c. The "Lady" provides hundreds of clear line drawings, illustrating the proper method of making children's clothing, bed draperies, baskets, and anything else you would ever want to make from the 19th Century. she also has a section of recipes for the care of the household, from stain removers to homemade ink. Highly recommended for anyone interested in studying or recreating the 19th Century household.

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Notes

Fort Nisqually stamp with mailing address and phone number

Book Details

Author

A Lady

Date Published

Jan 1, 2002 - Dec 31, 2002

Call No.

646.4 L339w Copy 3

ISBN

0971760543

Notes

Originally published 1838 Copy No. 3