Eléonore Riego de la Branchardière

Knitting, Crochet, and Netting, with Twelve Illustrations (eBook, ePUB)

Mastering Needlework Techniques with Detailed Instructions and Illustrations

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Eléonore Riego de la Branchardière's 'Knitting, Crochet, and Netting, with Twelve Illustrations' is a comprehensive guide to the art of various needlecraft techniques. The book provides detailed instructions and twelve illustrations to help readers master the delicate art of knitting, crochet, and netting. Riego de la Branchardière's writing style is clear and concise, making it easy for both beginners and experienced crafters to follow along and create stunning pieces. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in exploring the world of needlework and expanding their crafting skills. Riego de la Branchardière's attention to detail and passion for the craft shines through in every page, making it a delightful read for needlework enthusiasts. Whether you are looking to learn a new skill or simply refine your existing techniques, 'Knitting, Crochet, and Netting, with Twelve Illustrations' is a must-have addition to your library.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 1097
• Erscheinungstermin: 21. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664651846
• Artikelnr.: 58436064

Autorenporträt

Eléonore Riego de la Branchardière, a luminary in the 19th-century fiber arts movement, is particularly noted for her innovative contribution to the craft of knitting, crochet, and netting. Daughter of a Spanish nobleman, Eléonore was born in the early 19th century into an environment that cherished artistic expression. Her seminal work 'Knitting, Crochet, and Netting, with Twelve Illustrations' stands as a testament to her skill and ingenuity, bridging the gap between craft and art. Riego de la Branchardière was unique in her ability to cater to the Victorian era's growing middle class, who sought both the leisurely pursuits of the upper classes and the practicalities of hand-crafted garments. Her book not only provided patterns but instructed readers on technique, helping to spread these crafts throughout Victorian society. Eléonore's literary style echoes the educational yet personable nature of a tutor intimately guiding her pupils through the intricacies of needlework. The illustrations within her book are clear and were ground-breaking at the time, further indicating her foresight in instructional design. Riego de la Branchardière's efforts contributed greatly to the proliferation and standardization of knitting, crochet, and netting patterns, forever securing her legacy within these artisanal traditions.