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Vintage 1930 Dennison Book 521 How to Make Crepe Paper Costumes Art Deco
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Softcover book measuring 5 5/8 inches wide x 8 1/4 inches tall, with 32 pages.
Art Deco cover is beige, with black and blue scene featuring women wearing and creating costumes.
Opens to a table of contents, which includes:
Accessories for Costumes
Bird Costumes
Children's Costumes
Fancy Costumes
Flower Costumes
General Instructions
Hats
Health Pageant Costumes
Masquerade Costumes
Materials for Costumes
National Costumes
Nature Costumes
Peasant Costumes
Period Costumes
Story-Book Costumes
Vegetable Costumes
Wigs
A total of 64 costumes featured. Many of which have an illustration.
Condition is very good with former owners name written on the upper right corner of the cover in pencil. Crease to lower right front cover and some light soiling to the covers.
Interior pages are very good with no tears or marks. A few pages have a creased corner.
The American Home Pattern Book Folk Art Designs Vintage 1950s Magazine
$ 8.95
The American Home Pattern Book. Vintage 1950s Magazine that includes 1030 designs for Folk Art decor, fire pit plans, children's furniture, toy furniture, braided rug patterns, etc. These designs were available to order from a list in the back of the magazine.
Measures 10 inches wide x 12 5/8 inches tall with 195 pages. Condition is fair with lots of wear to covers including tears and creasing. Cover is also detached from magazine. Interior pages are in very good condition.
Lots of great colorful graphics and photos in this magazine!
Beautiful Thoughts 4 Designs 1993 Leisure Arts Counted Cross Stitch Pattern Book 2432
$ 4.95
Beautiful Thoughts, 4 Designs. A 1993 Leisure Arts Counted Cross Stitch Pattern Book. Leaflet 2432.
Softcover leaflet that measures 8.75 x 11.75 inches. Eight pages including front and back covers.
Condition is very good with some wear along cover edges.
At Home With Angels 1994 Leisure Arts Counted Cross Stitch Chart Pattern Book
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Softcover book stapled at spine. Measures 8.75 x 11.75 inches with 14 pages.
Charts include:
The Guardian Angels
Make Yourself Familiar
Every Visible Thing
For a Good Angel
Keep Watch Dear Lord
Hush My Dear
Now I Lay Me
For He Shall Give
There is Joy
We Walk By Faith
Sunrise
Be Not Forgetful
Condition is very good with light wear to covers, most noticeable along the spine.
Vintage 1944 Jack Frost Knitting Patterns Book Sweaters for Boys and Girls Volume 46
$ 7.95
Softcover book measuring 8.5 x 11 inches with 23 pages. Knitting patterns for pullover and button up sweaters for boys and girls.
Condition is good with wear and soiling to covers.
Great 1940s era patterns!
Vintage 1945 Knitting Patterns Book The Men's Book Sweaters for Men Volume 329
$ 9.95
Softcover book measuring 8 x 10.75 inches with 31 pages. Knitting patterns for vests, socks, and pull over sweaters for men.
Condition is good with wear and soiling to covers.
Great 1940s era patterns!
Vintage 1942 Knitting Patterns Book Hand Knits by Beehive Sweaters for Men No. 123
$ 10.95
Softcover book measuring 8.5 x 11 inches with 43 pages. Patterns for vests and pull over sweaters for men. Most all of the patterns are pictured.
Condition is good with some wear and soiling to covers.
Great 1940s era graphics in this book!
The Good Housekeeping Needlecraft Encyclopedia 1947 Hardcover Book
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The Good Housekeeping Needlecraft Encyclopedia. Hardcover book measuring 6 x 8 5/8 inches with 479 pages. Edited by Alice Carroll. Copyright 1947.
A guide for the beginner and experienced needle worker.
Contents include:
1. Simple Sewing
2. Advanced Sewing and Tailoring
3. Simple Embroidery
4. Advanced Embroidery
5. Applique, Quilting, Patchwork and Tufting
6. Knitting
7. Crocheting
8. Hairpin Lace, Netting, and Net Embroidery
9. Tatting
10. Needlepoint
11. Rug Making
12. Weaving
13. Sewing For the Home
14. Miscellaneous
Condition is good. Pages are very good with no marks or tears. First three pages do have some moisture stains along the edge, as do the last few pages, which are the index. There is also a small square area on the cover that looks like a price sticker was removed.
Great sewing and needlework help book!
Vintage WorkBasket Magazine April 1948 Volume 13 No 7 Crocheted Picot Cluster Daisy
$ 3.95
Vintage and original "The Work Basket" Magazine April 1948, Volume 13, No. 7. Home and Needlecraft for Pleasure and Profit. Published by Modern Handcraft. Patterns for knit, crochet, and tatting.
Patterns in this issue:
Tucks N Ruffles Vestee (shown on cover)
Crocheted Needlepoint Pan Holder
Crocheted Apron
Jabot
Crocheted Lattice Plant Bracket
Crocheted Violets in the Garden Place Mat
Crocheted Collar Trim
Crocheted Glass Muffs (cozies)
Crocheted Pansy Garden Refreshment Set
Two Scalloped Tatted Edge
Crocheted Flower Ornament for Dress Trim
Crocheted Cat for use as Applique
Crocheted Picot Cluster Daisy
Block Printing
Crocheted Coaster Doily
Booklet measures 5.5" wide x 8" tall with 24 pages with stapled spine.
Condition is very good with age toning to pages, and a few small tears to page edges.
Vintage WorkBasket Magazine January 1948 Volume 13 No 4 Knitted Ladies Dutch Hat
$ 3.95
Vintage and original "The Work Basket" Magazine January 1948, Volume 13, No. 4. Home and Needlecraft for Pleasure and Profit. Published by Modern Handcraft. Patterns for knit, crochet, and tatting.
Patterns in this issue:
Knitted Ladies Dutch Hat
Knitted Baby Booties
Round Scallop Tatting Edge
Crocheted Rose Scarf
Knitted Shopping Bag
Crocheted Dish Mat Set
Knitted Baby Bib
Booklet measures 5.5" wide x 8" tall with 16 pages with stapled spine.
Condition is very good with age toning to pages, and a few small tears to page edges.
Vintage WorkBasket Magazine July 1946 Volume 11 No 10 Motif for Allover Lace
$ 3.95
Vintage and original "The Work Basket" Magazine January 1946, Volume 11, No. 10. Home and Needlecraft for Pleasure and Profit. Published by Modern Handcraft. Patterns for knit, crochet, and tatting.
Patterns in this issue:
Motif for Allover Lace
Ribbon Stripe Chair Set
Tatted Triangle
Crocheted Edgings
Booklet measures 5.5" wide x 8" tall with 8 pages. One sheet that folds out to open.
Condition is very good with age toning to pages, and a few small tears to page edges. Partially split at page folds.
Vintage WorkBasket Magazine April 1946 Volume 11 No 7 Trumpet Flower Quilt Pattern
$ 3.95
Vintage and original "The Work Basket" Magazine January 1946, Volume 11, No. 7. Home and Needlecraft for Pleasure and Profit. Published by Modern Handcraft. Patterns for knit, crochet, and tatting.
Patterns in this issue:
Trumpet Flower Quilt
Crocheted Bag
Crocheted Gloves
Crocheted Tray Cloth
Crocheted Bible Bookmark
Booklet measures 5.5" wide x 8" tall with 8 pages. One sheet that folds out to open.
Condition is very good with age toning to pages, and a few small tears to page edges. Partially split at page folds.
Great American Quilts by Sandra L O'Brien Vintage 1988 Quilt Pattern Book
$ 7.95
Contents include:
Editors Note
Scraps to Spare
Quilts Across America
Traditions in Quilting
Bee Quilters
Designer Gallery
Resources
Book condition is excellent with no marks, tears or cuts to any pages. No dust jacket. All patterns are intact. Fantastic quilting book!
Bright Ideas for Lap Quilting 1990 Hardcover Quilt Book by Georgia Bonesteel Autographed
$ 7.95
Contents include:
Inspiration
Hometown Quilts
Geometric Gems
Vacation Quilts
String Fever
Warm the Walls
Just for Patchfun
Tips and Tricks
Patterns and Templates
Contributors
Georgia Bonesteel autograph and inscription appears on title page (see second photo). Dated 1994.
Book condition is excellent with no tears or cuts to any pages. There is a small ink inscription inside the cover. No dust jacket. All patterns are intact. Fantastic quilting book!
The Cross Stitch Book by Mary Gostelow Vintage 1980s Flower Patterns Instruction Book
$ 5.95
Contents include:
Starting Cross Stitch
Cross Stitch history
Around the world with cross stitch
Designs for cross stitch
Projects and more projects
How to look after cross stitch
Beyond Cross stitch
Condition is good with dust jacket. Dust jacket shows wear, particularly around the edges. No marked on or torn pages. Previous owners address label inside back cover.
Vintage June 1949 Workbasket Magazine Volume 14 No. 9
$ 3.95
Vintage and original "The Work Basket" Magazine June 1949, Volume 14, No. 9. Home and Needlecraft for Pleasure and Profit. Published by Modern Handcraft. Patterns for knit, crochet, and tatting.
Patterns in this issue:
Picot Crochet Doily
Crochet Basket
Crochet Gloves
Crochet Glass Case
Tatted Rose Medallion Chair Set
Knitted Baby Blanket
Crochet Wall Bracket
Crochet Zinnia Medallions
Knitted Kitten Cap
Crochet Head Scarf/Turban
Crochet Hot Dish Mat Set (Floral)
Knitted Face Cloths
Crocheted Poodle for children's clothing Applique
Crochet trim for blouse or dress
Booklet measures 5.5" wide x 8" tall with 32 pages.
Condition is very good with age toning to pages, few small tears to page edges and light soiling.
Vintage Workbasket Magazine July 1949 Volume 14 No 9
$ 3.95
Vintage and original "The Work Basket" Magazine July 1949, Volume 14, No. 9. Home and Needlecraft for Pleasure and Profit. Published by Modern Handcraft. Patterns for knit, crochet, and tatting.
Patterns in this issue:
Crocheted Pineapple Ruffle Doily
Crocheted Turtle
Knitted Three Piece Baby Set (Booties, Cap and Mittens)
Crocheted Dish Cloth
Crochet Butterfly Chair Set
Shell Stitch Place Mat
Tatted Doily
Crocheted Bib
Crocheted Shell Block Edge
North Carolina Rose Quilt Pattern
Crochet Lapel Applique
Crocheted Powder Mitt
Booklet measures 5.5" wide x 8" tall with 32 pages.
Condition is very good with age toning to pages, few small tears to page edges and light soiling.
Vintage Workbasket Magazine May 1945 Volume 10 No 8
$ 3.95
Vintage and original "The Work Basket" Magazine May 1945, Volume 10, No. 8. Home and Needlecraft for Pleasure and Profit. Published by Modern Handcraft. Patterns for knit, crochet, and tatting.
Patterns in this issue:
Crocheted Pansy Doily
Crochet Lacy Dutch Bonnet
Crochet Grape Buffet Set
Fabric Shoe Bag
Booklet measures 5.5" wide x 8" tall with 8 pages. Folds out to open.
Condition is very good with age toning to pages, and a few small tears to page edges.
Vintage Work Basket Magazine January 1945 Volume 10 No 4
$ 3.95
Vintage and original "The Work Basket" Magazine January 1945, Volume 10, No. 4. Home and Needlecraft for Pleasure and Profit. Published by Modern Handcraft. Patterns for knit, crochet, and tatting.
Patterns in this issue:
Snowflake Quilt Pattern
Posy Patch Crocheted Afghan Pattern
Crochet Lace Pattern
Booklet measures 5.5" wide x 8" tall with 8 pages. One sheet that folds out to open.
Condition is very good with age toning to pages, and a few small tears to page edges. Partially split at page folds.
Vintage March 1945 Work Basket Magazine Volume 10 No 6
$ 3.95
Vintage and original "The Work Basket" Magazine March 1945, Volume 10, No. 6. Home and Needlecraft for Pleasure and Profit. Published by Modern Handcraft. Patterns for knit, crochet, and tatting.
Patterns in this issue:
Crocheted Pottery
Crochet Candy Dish Pattern
Seashell Candy Dish
Tatted Edge Pattern
Garden Apron and Kneeling Pad Pattern
Booklet measures 5.5" wide x 8" tall with 8 pages. One sheet that folds out to open.
Condition is good with age toning to pages, a few small tears to page edges and hole near lower right edge.
Vintage Workbasket Magazine April 1945 Volume 10 No 7
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Vintage and original "The Work Basket" Magazine April 1945, Volume 10, No. 7. Home and Needlecraft for Pleasure and Profit. Published by Modern Handcraft. Patterns for knit, crochet, and tatting.
Patterns in this issue:
Crocheted Jabot
Crochet Bow
Crochet Collar
Knitted Flower Hot pads
Primrose Patch Quilt Pattern
Booklet measures 5.5" wide x 8" tall with 8 pages. One sheet that folds out to open.
Condition is very good with age toning to pages and crease near upper right corner.
Vintage 1944 Workbasket Magazine Vol 9 No 6
$ 3.95
Vintage and original "The Work Basket" Magazine 1944, Volume 9, No. 6. Home and Needlecraft for Pleasure and Profit. Published by Modern Handcraft. Patterns for knit, crochet, and tatting.
Patterns in this issue:
Forget Me Not Quilt Pattern
Baby Jacket Crochet Pattern
Baby Slipper Crochet Pattern
Snowflake Tablecloth
Booklet measures 11" wide x 8" tall with 8 pages. All one sheet measuring 11" wide x 16" tall, that folds out to open to the pages.
Condition is good with age toning, few small tears to page edges and some light soiling.
Vintage 1944 Workbasket Magazine Vol 9 No 8
$ 3.95
Vintage and original "The Work Basket" Magazine 1944, Volume 9, No. 8. Home and Needlecraft for Pleasure and Profit. Published by Modern Handcraft. Patterns for knit, crochet, and tatting.
Patterns in this issue:
The Great Circle Quilt Pattern
Womens Crochet Pillbox Hat Pattern
Crocheted Womens Vest Pattern
Booklet measures 11" wide x 8" tall with 8 pages. All one sheet measuring 11" wide x 16" tall, that folds out to open to the pages.
Condition is good with age toning, few small tears to page edges and some light soiling.
Vintage 1943 Workbasket Magazine Vol 8 No 12
$ 3.95
Vintage and original "The Work Basket" Magazine 1943, Volume 8, No. 12. Home and Needlecraft for Pleasure and Profit. Published by Modern Handcraft. Patterns for knit, crochet, and tatting.
Patterns in this issue:
Chain of Diamonds Quilt Pattern
Men's Knitted Scarf/Muffler Pattern
Men's Tie Knitting Pattern
Luncheon Set
Booklet measures 11" wide x 8" tall with 8 pages. All one sheet measuring 11" wide x 16" tall, that folds out to open to the pages.
Condition is good with age toning, few small tears to page edges and some light soiling. Starting to split at folds.
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