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Album of sewing samples by Effie Ashton. United States, c.1900. Oblong 8vo (5.75" by 9.25"), approx. 50 blank leaves sewn in original decorated paper covered boards backed in red sheep, manuscript paper label to upper board. Contains 2 pp. of manuscript class notes, and approx. 25 samples of sewing and embroidery. The notes a narrative eon cloth and its uses and Selvedge and Bias and their significant and information on warp and woof. Techniques/features include: basic running stitch/back stitch; hemming and tucks; basting and overhanding; gathering; gussets; buttons; patching; herringbone stitch; stocking darning; machine running stitch; seaming; quilting; "fancy work" (i.e. embroidery); drawn work. Each example is numbered 1 - 25 with a brief narrative verso. Fine workmanship. The student was awarded an "A" for the collection. Good. Bindings worn, upper board of one book detached with damage, spine missing on other. Toning, dust soiling.