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Item Details
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THE HISTORY OF KNITTING PIN GAUGES
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| By: |
Sheila Williams |
| Format: |
Hardback |
| List price:
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£12.99 |
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| ISBN 10: |
1905226756 |
| ISBN 13: |
9781905226757 |
| Publisher: |
MELROSE BOOKS |
| Pages: |
99 |
| Synopsis: |
'The History of Knitting Pin Gauges' is a comprehensive study of the most collectable of knitting tools - the gauge. The work is the fascinating result of two years' research by Sheila Williams, whose interest was aroused when she discovered a selection at the bottom of some old knitting bags. The hobby soon became an obsession and she gradually acquired more at flea markets and in charity shops. Williams examines various significant developments through history, such as the Education Act of 1870 which gave literacy to the masses and led to the emergence of knitting periodicals. She traces the change in the materials used for knitting tools from natural substances to early plastics and examines trends such as company trade marks, shapes and symbols. Succinct wording, careful attention to detail and a myriad of photographs ensure a commendably concise yet absorbing history of an attractive and useful little knitting tool. The book will serve to revive memories of these quaint antique items and will complement any knitting enthusiast's collection. |
| Illustrations: |
Illustrations |
| Publication: |
UK |
| Imprint: |
Melrose Books |
| Returns: |
Non-returnable |
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