"The Ladies' Work-Book" by Unknown is a late 1800's how-to guide showcasing needlework. It's especially for women looking to learn knitting, crochet, and point lace. It gives easy-to-follow directions and pictures to assist in learning. The handbook likely teaches how to make trendy and practical things for the home. The aim catered to women's dreams of creating a comfortable home. The book starts with knitting, explaining that many women enjoy it, giving basic lessons on how to cast on, knit, and do a purl stitch. Readers are told that it’s easy to learn, plus there are diagrams to help beginners. Moving through the section, it explains patterns and projects, like a baby shoe and mats, giving hands-on tips while encouraging women to try these old-fashioned crafts.

The Ladies' Work-Book Containing Instructions In Knitting, Crochet, Point-Lace, etc.
By Unknown
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Discover the secrets to crafting beautiful knitted treasures, from delicate lace to cozy creations, as 19th-century women did.
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