An old and forgotton North Country Spider , ofton dressings were kept close to family and passed down through generations, some were known only through local counties.
This is from 1853, Theakstone Simple, sparse and effective
Cheers,David
Hook, # 14 Partridge Spider
Thread, red or Scarlet silk. Darkened from heavy wax
Body, silk
Hackle, Dark Leady Feather from a Coot or Waterhen