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scattered here and there or to outline the edge of a garment.

Fig. (17) The finished rose To Work Chain Stitch, knot the embroidery cotton and pass the needle from the wrong to the right side of the goods. Fig. (18) The correct position of the needle in working chain stitch Insert the point of the needle near where it came out the first time and bring it out this time about one-quarter of an inch beyond, looping the cotton under it. Bring it out and repeat as before. (See Fig. (18) A design suitable for chain-stitch or running stitch is shown in Fig. 19.

Fig. (19) An easy-to-copy embroidery design Appliqued Flowers: Batiste, fine muslin and handkerchief linen underwear is made colorful with appliqued flowers and fruit. One of the favored combinations is old rose applique on white.

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