#22 • Manual Training Movement Educator's Notebook

Part of Warwick on the James, textiles and treasures (timed auction by Walnut Hill Auctions)

High bid $55.00

Status: Sold

This is a rare and very special book! Compiled by Wilhelmina Molter, teacher, this notebook displays needlework and sewing stitches, made as a part of the Manual Training Movement in the United States. In 1898 there were 148 cities using this training movement; in 1903 27 States were using this teaching method. This particular volume was prepared for New York City schools. Each page incorporates either a printed diagram or an actual fabric sample of a stitching project, including descriptions of tools used in projects.