From crochet to tapestry, fine French seams to intricate bobbin lace, this volume has explanations and illustrations for everything necessary for an excellent needlework project. It has information about the size of the needles to use and the thread type that works best for the project that is being worked. There are clear instructions and methods for each type of needle-work, and also suggestions for backing and framing. A complete guide for many projects. Probably not for a beginner. Thérèse de Dillmont was an Austrian needleworker and writer. Her Encyclopedia of Needlework has been translated into 17 languages. Originally published in 1890 this appears to be a later revised edition, a tear to the spine, some bumping