Charlotte M. (Charlotte Mitchell) Gibbs

Charlotte M. Gibbs, also listed as Charlotte Mitchell Gibbs, was born in 1885 and wrote practical books about textiles and household goods. Surviving records connected with her books identify her as the author of works including Household Textiles and Some Points in Choosing Textiles.

Her writing stands out for its clear, consumer-friendly approach. Instead of treating textiles only as a technical subject for manufacturers or chemists, she explained fabrics from the point of view of ordinary buyers and home users, covering topics such as fiber types, quality, selection, and care.

Although detailed biographical information about her life is hard to confirm from readily available sources, her books remain useful as examples of early household education writing. They reflect a period when practical knowledge about clothing and home fabrics was becoming an important part of everyday domestic life.