Church Embroidery

Church Embroidery: Ancient and Modern is a book written by Anastasia Dolby and published in 1867. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of embroidery in the context of the church, covering both traditional and modern techniques. The author begins with a brief history of embroidery in the church, discussing the various styles and techniques that have been used over the centuries. She then goes on to provide detailed instructions for a wide range of embroidery projects, including altar cloths, vestments, banners, and other decorative items. The book includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the techniques and patterns being discussed. Overall, Church Embroidery: Ancient and Modern is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the art of embroidery or the history and traditions of the church.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.