Findings the material culture of needlework and sewing - Beaudry, Mary Carolyn, 1950-; ProQuest (Firm) (New Haven : Yale University Press, 2006)
Introduction: Small finds, big histories -- The lowly pin -- The needle : 'an important little article' -- The ubiquitous and occasionally ordinary thimble -- Shears and scissors -- Findings : notions, accessories, and the artifacts of textile production -- Stitching together the evidence.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 207-226) and index.
Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, MI : ProQuest, 2015. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest affiliated libraries.
Keywords: Pins and needles -- History; Sewing -- Equipment and supplies -- History; Needlework -- Equipment and supplies -- History; Electronic books