Practical Weaving Suggestions, Vol. 2-65 (1965): Handwoven Aprons
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An issue of Lily Mills' Practical Weaving Suggestions by Ruth L. Barrett presenting six handwoven apron projects, all woven on one cotton warp threaded to 8-harness rosepath. Each project lists warp, weft and pattern-weft yarns (Lily pearl cotton and three-strand cotton, with color numbers), a weaving sequence, and sewing directions. The projects are a pink apron, gray bib apron, yellow apron, green poncho apron, child's pinafore, and denim aprons with handwoven pockets. It includes a draft sheet, 4-harness rosepath treadling for border bands, and tips on pocket construction, waistband fastening and shrinking cotton.
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