Cult of the Needle

<p>The Cult of the Needle by Flora Klickmann originally published in 1915 offers a charming and insightful glimpse into the world of needlework and its significance in early 20th-century society. Klickmann's work celebrates the artistry and skill involved in various forms of needlecraft from embroidery to lacework highlighting their creative and therapeutic aspects.</p> <p>More than just a practical guide this book explores the cultural importance of needlework as a valued pastime and a means of self-expression for women. It provides historical context and practical advice making it a delightful read for anyone interested in the history of crafts women's roles in society or the enduring appeal of handmade creations.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p><br>