Historical information

Matilda Marian Pullan, who wrote under the name of Mrs Pullan, was a prolific and influential writer on needlework. She contributed to many magazines as well as authoring numerous books on needlework. This book was first published in 1855 and co-authored by Eliza Warren who was also a well-known authority on household management related subjects. This book was published before Mrs Pullan moved to America.

Significance

The 1840s saw the rise of domestic instruction for young women as a new area of publishing in both magazines and books. This item is an example of needlework in the mid 19th to late 19th century.

Physical description

A red fabric covered book, titled "Treasures in Needlework".

Inscriptions & markings

inside cover - "Lizzie G. Broomde from her affectionate brother, Arthur - 1856"