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INTRODUCTION.
School, who very kindly responded to my request for information.
The chapters on Decorative Design, Repoussee Work, Leather Work, and Papier-Mache, derive most of their authority from the writings of the latter gentleman. I would advise any one interested in these subjects to consult Mr. Leland's Manuals, which are written with an enthusiasm and clearness most inspiring.
Much care has been exercised in selecting the illustrations, none being given which cannot easily be understood by the aid of the directions.
In conclusion, I would beg my readers to bear in mind that success in any work, whether decorative or otherwise, cannot be achieved at once. The old adage, "Make haste slowly," has lost none of its force.
