Needlework Through History

Needlework Through History
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Publisher : Greenwood
Total Pages : 264
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ISBN-10 : IND:30000116117684
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Book Synopsis Needlework Through History by : Catherine Amoroso Leslie

Download or read book Needlework Through History written by Catherine Amoroso Leslie and published by Greenwood. This book was released on 2007-04-30 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Some techniques are virtually universal and others are limited to a small geographical area. Settlers brought traditions which were sometimes re-invented as indigenous arts. This volume is a comprehensive resource on techniques and cultural traditions for students, information professionals and collectors.


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