The Ladies' Work-Table Book

FOR PLAIN

thought it right to place before our readers the following observations, which should be carefully attended to, as of the utmost importance. In purchasing goods, be careful to examine the quality; and, if not experienced in such matters, take with you an experienced friend. Cheap goods generally prove the dearest in

nce, it is best to buy it undressed. It should be soft, and free from specks. It is of various wid

the best. Irish linen is also in great repute. But you must be careful to esc

m a good judgment of these, by observing the thin places between the checks and the

the linen ones, though highest in price, are cheapest in the end:

rown, buff, and blue, wear well; green, violet, and some other colors are very liable to fade. The best way

flannels are cheapest, but are far inferior in quality. You may know the one from the other by the co

the purchase money. Good woollen cloth is smooth, and has a good nap. If the sample shown yo

lan. You should also be particular as to the dyeing, as that is sometimes very indifferently managed, and th

ver a white surface before you purchase it, as by that means, the

m thickness and stiffness is the best. If plain, you must be careful that there are no stains or specks in them; and if figured, it is advisable to have the pattern equally good on both sides. This will enhance the price at first, but you will find it to be good economy after

k. When used for trimmings, it should be cut the cross way, as it then

and should be well impressed upon the memory, so

s and cotton in paper, as the air and light are likely to injure them. Buttons, hooks and eyes, and all metal implements, when not

FOR FANCY

. Work in cross stitch with double wool. Thi

, over one thread, with single wool. If used for grounding, work i

. The pattern should be large in proportion to the fineness o

sen, as to blend into each other, or all harmony of coloring will be destroyed. The canvas must be more distinct in tent stitch than in cross stitch, or r

ive, or six shades of each color, as the nature of the work may require. The sam

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