Cross-Stitch Alphabet

Cross-stitched Sampler

Fig. L shows a useful cross-stitch alphabet, from 'The Big Book of Needlecraft' Odhams Press, 1935

10 Embroidery Stitches

                         Pages from '29 Embroidery Stitches.' Price Threepence. Date unknown.

Embroidered Gifts for Christmas

                                Stitchcraft November 1940

                                                 

How to make a collar

From Stitchcraft June 1940, which came with a free embroidery transfer to make a nightdress case, hankie case and collar.

Betty Holt's Blackpool Tower Handkerchief

This embroidered handkerchief belonged to my Nan and was made in 1970. It celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Women's League of Health and Beauty. I can remember Nan talking about her trip to the Royal Albert Hall with the WLBA to perform in a display of exercise routines en masse. The women wore white tops and black satin shorts when performing. There is an interesting article about Prunella Stack who was head of the WLBA  here.

Needle and Thread

                         Needle and Thread by Gisela Hein, published by Batsford, 1971

Gisela Hein demonstrates various basic stitches and how they can be used, including weaving, embroidery and applique work. Many of the textiles featured were created by young children.

Shoe Storage

                                        A linen shoe bag with cross-stitched letters.