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Cornish Guernseys & Knit-Frocks by Mary Wright
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In late nineteenth-century Cornwall hand-knitting was a vital cottage industry and coastal villages developed their own distinctive patterns and names for the traditional navy blue Guernsey or knit-frock. Contract knitting the occupation of many Cornish women had died out by the 1920's and was almost forgotten until Mary Wright started asking old people what they remembered of it. Her research has resulted in a remarkable picture of social history.
This book includes many delightful contemporary photographs and detailed instructions and charts to show how to knit a Cornish Guernsey incorporating of thirty local patterns.
Mary Wright is a specialist knitting instructor. Her work has been exhibited extensively throughout the United Kingdom and in Japan. Since the publication of Cornish Guernseys and Knit-Frocks she has given many lectures and broadcasts.
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This is a great book and the service from the lovely Tina was super! Highly recommend.
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Cornish Guernseys & Knit-Frocks by Mary WrightMichelle Nov 8, 2021
I thought the wool samples came with the volume I give 4 star
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Cornish Guernseys & Knit-Frocks by Mary WrightAllaire lynda May 2, 2021
Good seller, would use again
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Prangs, Tacks and FrocksMatthew Phillips Nov 21, 2024
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