The Art of Millinery by Yusuf c.1909

256 Pages. A very rare instructional book for making Victorian Era Hats. Wonderfully illustrated this book contains valuable info for all aspects of the Millinery trade.

Authored by Mme Anna Ben Yusuf. A vast assortment of information of all areas of the Milliner's Trade from the Victorian Era. Tons of illustrations and very clear instructions. Organized in the form of lessons, the contents on this book include:
   Drafting and making Buckram Frames
   Making Wire Frames
   Covering of Frames
   Cutting Materials, Making Binds & Folds
   Shirrings & Folds
   Sewing Straw Hats
   Children's Millinery
   Mourning Millinery
   Plaitings, Ruches, Lace Trimmings
   Simple Bow Making
   Draping
   Trimming
   The Making of Ribbon and Silk Flowers
   Taking Stock. Careful Packing Away. Renovating Materials
   Starting a Millinery Business
   The Designer in the Workroom
   Making and Use of Bandeaux
   Glossary of Millinery Terms

 

 

 


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