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The History of the Louise All-In-One Sewing Aid
A look at female inventors who’ve created tools to assist them with their tasks.
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A look at female inventors who’ve created tools to assist them with their tasks.
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Susan J. Jerome, Collections Manager, University of Rhode Island Historic Textile and Costume Collection