THE WORKWOMAN'S GUIDE BY A LADY A Guide to 19th-Century Decorative Arts, Fashion and Practical Crafts

In this facsimilie reproduction of the original 1838 edition, the "Lady" illustrates the proper method of making children's clothing, bed draperies, baskets, and anything else you would ever want to make from the 19th century. She also has a section of recipes for the care of the household, from stain removers to homemade ink. Highly recommended for anyone interested in studying or recreating the 19th-century household. 2002 (1838) paperback, 304 pages.