Reference Book "Knitting Sticks & Sheaths" by Dr. Ian McFeeters

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"Knitting Sticks & Sheaths"
by Dr. Ian McFeeters
This book covers a lot of previously unpublished information about this popular collectible. The author has done extensive research and provides a wealth of information on the history and variety of knitting sheaths  There are lots of color pictures illustrating antique knitting sheaths of every nationality. He starts with what a knitting stick is and how they were used.
He covers materials, decoration and inscriptions and
shows all of the different shapes and forms and how to identify their origins. This is a much needed addition to the resources on sewing and handwork tools.
This copy is brand new. Printed in 2016 by Bleasdales Press in the UK. It measures 8 1/4" x 5 3/4"- and has 59
pages.
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