Dorothy Bennett's sample book

Book

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Name/Title

Dorothy Bennett's sample book

Entry/Object ID

2023.4.6

Description

Gray book with "SCRAP BOOK" embossed in gold on the cover. Book contains 17 swatches of sewing samples (models) that are attached to the pages with paper clips. Notes are written on the adjacent pages describing the technique, fabric, needle and thread used. Techniques include: backstitch, plain hem, French hem, felled seam, blanket stitch, feather stitch, chain stitch, French knots, pocket gusset, sleeve placket, gathering, button holes, and darning.

Category

Sample books

Acquisition

Accession

2023.4

Lexicon

Getty AAT

Concept

sample books

Search Terms

sample book, sewing, stitching, darning

Legacy Lexicon

Category

Sample book

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Signature

Location

Inside front cover

Transcription

Dorothy Bennett

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Book

Height

18.5 cm

Width

26 cm

Depth

3.4 cm

Dimension Notes

Height is take parallel to the spine

Accessories

Accessory

Swatches

Book Details

Author

Dorothy Bennett

Binding

Binding Type

Hardcover or Case Bound

Notes

Materials: Paper, board, cover fabric, swatch fabrics (cotton, cashmere, silk), thread, metal paper clips

Location

Shelf

Special Collections

Room

Library