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1 comments about Handbags.

1. Really enjoyed it and passed the title along to other members of the Antique Purse Collectors Society

2 comments about Sewing with Leather & Suede.

1. I have loved the idea of sewing leather because I prefer natural materials versus synthetic and like the luxurious feel and texture of real leather, but was always afraid that my sewing machine could not handle this material. This book answers all my questions and quells all the fears. I have since purchased some leather pieces and am experimenting with leather trims and accessories just to get my feet wet. This is the perfect book to get you started sewing leather.



2. The author gives the reader a very thorough view on working with leather. Her list of items needed to get started was dead on! What I liked best was she didn't mind repeating herself a couple of time so the reader could get the hang of what she was talking about. What I didn't like was that she only talked about sewing clothes, so since I've been working with leather, I had to creat new tricks of my own. I must admit, I never would have come up with them without the author's extremely helpful insight.

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4 comments about The Book of Fine Linen (Book Of...).

1. Linen was once an elegant showing of a family's wealth. This book is filled with the history of linen. It is throughly documented with detailed indices. Translated from French, the details provided and pictures are glorious. Turning the pages is a true historical lesson in how linen was created, embellished, and used during times past. The use of lace and embroidery is stunning. I marvel at the complexity of the designs and when I sit with my needle and thread under a magnifying glass and high powered lamp I am in awe of the early needleworkers toiling away without the assistance of these tools. The book soothes me and transports me to another time. This is one of my favorite books in my personal library.



2. This seductive book is more than an excellent history of fine linen. It is a sensuous and seductively, elegant book! The author, Francoise de Bonneville give the reader more than a lesson on the history of textiles. She presents us with some of the most extrodinary examples of bed linens, tablecloths and napkins. Apart from the excellent section on the social history and care of fine linen, she presents detailed information about the various types of linens used, fibers, color, and weaves. The must sumptous commissions were the set of bedsheets created for American Heiress Barbara Hutton. These pink sheets were made out of silk and trimmed with point de Paris lace, fouteeen inches wide, Which was made by d'Porthault & Co. Examples of the two major Italian linen firms, Frette and Pratesi are also well represented. I agree with my fellow reviewer. This is an excellent gift for a bride; but don't be surprised to learn that men would be just as likely to buy this book as women. It is worth every Dollar!



3. This book, written with a forward by the Porthaults (who better to comment on fine linens?), is wonderful and I highly recommend it, price notwithstanding. This book is translated from the French and inlcudes: a history of linens, from chintz to damask; a glossary of embroidery stitches and styles with notations of illustrations throughout the book; and photographs of the finest linens in the world (including many made by the Porthaults). This book is very large and would make such a lovely gift for anyone who collects linens or who does fine embroidery.



4. This book, translated from the French, is beautifully beguiling in its phrasing. Relates the history and techniques of the production and embroidery of exquisite linens. Photographs are handsome and even the dust cover is worth framing. Makes a great reference book as well as entertaining reading. One of my all time favorites

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