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Beeton, Mrs. Isabella Mary, 1836-1865

"Beeton's Book of Needlework"

Walter Evans and Co., of Derby, in all sizes from
20 to 120. Crochet Cotton, which is preferred by some Tatters, is sold
in all sizes from to 120.
The following table will assist ladies in selecting the size of either
tatting or crochet cotton. All these cottons are on reels containing 100
yards:--
|--------------------------------|-----------------|---------------|
| | Tatting. | Crochet. |
|--------------------------------|-----------------|---------------|
| Petticoat Edgings and | | |
| Insertions | 20 | 0 and 12 |
| Night Dress Trimmings | 40 | 60 |
| Lingerie Trimming | 50 | 70 |
| Collars and Cravats | 50 | 70 |
| Pocket Handkerchiefs | 100 | 120 |
| Parasol Covers | 100 | 120 |
| Antimacassars | 20, 30 | 0 and 20 |
| Pincushions | 60 | 80 |
| Caps | 100 | 120 |
| Lace | 60, 80, 100 | 80, 100, 120 |
| Insertions | 20, 40, 80 | 40, 80, 100 |
|--------------------------------|-----------------|---------------|
Ladies at a distance from town or on the Continent will be glad to have
some guide as to the quantity of cotton required to complete their work.


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