The Story of the Thimble

The Story of the Thimble PDF

Author: Bridget McConnel

Publisher: Schiffer Design Books

Published: 1997

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780764303111

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Over 2000 thimbles illustrated in full color, with a detailed their history. Seen in the context of the lives of the women who used them, thimbles offer a glimpse into the private, domestic world that history books often overlook. A value guide plus helpful, practical tips on cataloging, maintenance, and display, and a list of thimble collectors' organizations throughout the world make this a wonderful collector's guide.

A Collector's Guide to Thimbles

A Collector's Guide to Thimbles PDF

Author: Bridget McConnel

Publisher: Wellfleet

Published: 1990

Total Pages: 95

ISBN-13: 9781555215422

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Surveys the history of the thimble, discusses notable thimbles from the middle ages to the present, and provides advice for collectors

Zalkin's Handbook of Thimbles and Sewing Implements

Zalkin's Handbook of Thimbles and Sewing Implements PDF

Author: Estelle Zalkin

Publisher: Wallace-Homestead Book Company

Published: 1988

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780870697630

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Use this fact-packed, liberally illustrated handbook to find values for collectible sewing implements, from needlework tools to pin cushions, clamps, work boxes, and more.

The Story of Antique Needlework Tools

The Story of Antique Needlework Tools PDF

Author: Bridget McConnel

Publisher: Schiffer Book for Collectors w

Published: 1999

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780764307102

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The history and diversity of needlework tools from ancient Egypt through the 20th century are identified. Nearly 500 photographs beautifully illustrate needles, bodkins, pin cushions, thimbles, bobbins, clamps, hooks, shuttles, measuring tapes, waxers, winders, and more. A special section features representative tools from private collections. Three appendices, values, and an index are included.

Old-Time Tools & Toys of Needlework

Old-Time Tools & Toys of Needlework PDF

Author: Gertrude Whiting

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2013-03-05

Total Pages: 384

ISBN-13: 0486166546

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More than 200 illustrations of hoops, frames, pins, pincushions, punches, bobbins, bodkins, shuttles, spinning wheels, sewing machines, and more from a wide array of cultures. Index.