Originally published in London 1896

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. Home Farm Books are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork. A thorough knowledge of the art of repairing, mending, or restoring various objects and antiques is of very great value, since there is no antique business or household in which it is not often called for.

Contents Include

Materials used in mending

Mending broken China, Porcelain, Crockery, Majolica, Terra Cotta, Brick and Tile Work

Mending Glass

Wood Shavings in mending and making many objects

Repairing Woodwork

Repairing and restoring Books, Manuscripts, and Papers

Papier-Mache

Repairing Toys

Mending Stone-Work, Mosaics, Ceresa Work, Porcelain or Crockery Mosaic

Repairing Ivory

Repairing Amber

Mending India Rubber Shoes and Making Garments waterproof

Mending Metal-Work

Repairing Leather Work

Mending Hats etc by Felting

Invisible Mending of Garments, Lace and Embroideries

Mending Mother of Pearl and Coral

Restoring and Repairing Pictures

General Recipes