Updated May 5, 2008

Row A: PLEASE READ FIRST PARAGRAPH FOR PRICING INFORMATION AND EXPLANATION OF CONDITION

1) Irish Crochet Book No. 1 (1981, 48 pages) or Book 2 (1981, 48 pages) or Book 3 (1982. 28 pages), all three issues from House of White Birches. These are reprints of early Irish crochet patterns. Book 1 features small motifs, borders, insertions, medallions, and pendants. Designs are shown in actual garments and instructions are given for individual components of each project. Book 2 has similar, but different content than Book 1. Book 3 includes doilies. All three books have paper covers (don’t know if they originally had heavier covers, all three books have penned notation on front and a few penned check marks, otherwise vg. Specify issue desired;
2) Fleisher’s Hand Knit Socks for Men, Women, and Children, Fleischer Yarn Volume 86, 1950, 31 pages, a wide variety of knitted socks including cable, ribbed, no bobbin, patterned, light and medium weight, anklets, sports, spiral, 2 needle Fair Isle anklets, peds, bed socks, heavy weight, knee length, argyle, plus crocheted and knitted designs for lounging socks. Cover is worn, some penciled notations on interior pages;
3) Television and Radio Scarfs, American Thread Star Book #78, 1950, 15 pages. The title is a bit midleading as many of the projects are use motifs/medallions that can be combined to make scarfs, chair backs, tabelcloths, bedspreads, and insertions. Designs include the Sheraton, Queen Anne, Victorian, directoire, Duncan Phyfe, American Colonial, Chippendale, Hepplewhite, regency, modern, Louis V, early American, French provincial, and baroque. Many of the designs are white with colored flowers (as shown on the cover);
4) Modern Table Settings, Spool Cotton Book #88, 1937, 30 pages, luncheon sets, runners, tablecloth edgings, tea cloth, one tablecloth, some filet;
5) Ruffled Doilies, Coats & Clark’s Book 306, 1954, 15 pages, crocheted designs for ruffled doilies including sunburst, whirlpool, bride’s bouquet, wedding ring, poinsettia, mosaic, doily with raised grapes, rock pool, plus rectangular, square, and circular place mats trimmed with fruit motifs (strawberries, cherries, lemons, pears, watermelons, oranges, and apples);
6) Women’s Sweaters – America at Work and Play, Spool Cotton Book 189, 1942, 23 pages, knitted  and crocheted women’s sweaters in styles typical of the WWII era, plus a two-piece dress and a Mother/Daughter jumper. Book was folded vertically some time ago;
7) Edgings, Spool Cotton Book #182, 1942, 23 pages, excellent assortment of a wide variety of delicate edgings including some that are knitted.

Row B: PLEASE READ FIRST PARAGRAPH FOR PRICING INFORMATION AND EXPLANATION OF CONDITION 

1) Hairpin Lace, Knitting and Crochet, C.J. Bates & Son, Book 17600, undated but late 1960s, 23 pages, a Susan Bates book with instructions for hairpin lace, plus patterns for hairpin stoles, throw and pillow, vest, baby set and blanket, tunic sweater, winter cap and scarf. Also has patterns for a crocheted man’s double-breasted vest and knitted and crocheted neckties;
2) Ruffled Doilies, American Thread Star Book #59, 1948, 15 pages of very fancy lacy ruffled doilies;
3) Star Book for the Home, American Thread Book #19, 1942, 31 pages, needlepoint crochet footstool cover, chairbacks, doilies, runners, luncheon set, tablecloths, bedspread, area rugs, towel edgings, table mats;
4) Laces & Edgings, Spool Cotton Book #199, 1943, 23 pages of edgings including beadings and corners, one pineapple pattern;
5) Home Favorites in Crochet, Clark Thread Company, Book 214, 1944, 23 pages, runners in assorted sizes, doilies, chair set, Heavenly Day Dream pattern bedspread, curtains, filet flower runner and matching chair set, pineapple bedspread and runner and tablecloth, rose filet centerpiece, glass jackets, Irish crochet bedspread, rugs;
6) Chair Sets, Spool Cotton Book 242, 1948, 15 pages, directions for several lacy chair sets including one filet pattern with a heart motif;
7) Bedspreads, Spool Cotton Book 122, 1938, 31 pages, patterns for crocheted bedspreads created by joining squares/motifs. Designs include Georgianna, stepping stones (filet), popcorn star, petal, May queen, letter perfect (monogrammed), popcorn whirl, serenade, pomander walk, beauty rose, lucky star, vespers, daisy squares, galaxy. Two patterns are knitted.

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1) Easy To Crochet Table Cloths, Luncheon Sets, Runners, Lily Book 400, 23 pages, undated but 1940s, includes diamond spiderweb tablecloth, daisy tray mat, lace stitch luncheon set, flower and web filet luncheon set, sunburst circles luncheon set, reticella tea tablecloth, refreshment set in crocheted Battenberg, several lace medallion designs and napkins edgings, glass muffs;
2) Columbia Minerva Beehive Baby Book, Volume 723, undated but late 1950s-early 1960s, 40 pages, knitted and crocheted patterns for infants to size 4 including baby sets, slipovers, cardigans, girl’s dress, boy’s suit, girl’s coat, shawl, blanket, afghan, accessories, toys. Due to weight this will be shipped Media mail;
3) Columbia Minerva Knits for Kids, Book 757, undated but late 1960s or early 70s, 44 pages, knitted designs for children and pre-teens sizes 8-14 including Irish knits, Scandinavian knits, mostly sweaters in classic styles but also includes a couple of dresses and blouses. Dues to weight this will be shipped via Media mail;
4) Campus Hand Knits for Men and Women, Bernhard Ulmann Company, Vol 71, 1963, 47 pages. Classic knitted sweaters in a wide range of styles, for men and women, includes 3 mohair patterns. Due to weight, this will be shipped media mail;
5) Pineapples on Parade, Coats & Clark's Book #241, 1948, 23 pages of crocheted pineapple designs for doilies, chair sets, a runner, a tablecloth, and a bedspread;
6) Knitting Primer – 50 Knitting Patterns and Stitches with Complete Instructions, Bear Brand Vol 8, 22 pages, late 1940s or early 1950s, to-scale b/w photos plus instructions for 50 knitting stitches, plus directions for making a 50-stitch sampler afghan. Some chipping along spine and edges of front cover, contents good;
7) Woman’s Day Knitting Annual 1949, Coats & Clark’s Book 305, 15 pages, 1954, nice assortment of edgings appropriate for sheets, pillow cases, aprons, handkerchiefs, towels, tray mats, doilies, napkins, etc. Includes filet initials for sheet monograms and apron edgings in holiday motifs.

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1) Edgings for Handkerchiefs, Spool Cotton Book #271, 1951, 15 pages of multi-colored edgings for hankies;
2) Pot Holders, Spool Cotton Book #196, 1943, 15 pages, crocheted patterns for both figural and geometric pot holders including faces, coffee cups, flower pot, dragonfly, cat head, wagon wheels, bell, salt and pepper shakers, strawberry, horseshoe, checkerboard, more;
3) Hostess Book, Coats & Clark’s Book 325, 1956, 15 pages, neat book of crocheted novelty edgings for linens, doilies and aprons, includes tulips, lacy rose, tatted filigree, whirligig, daisies, butterflies, star, and peasant weave;
4) Doilies, Spool Cotton Book #235, 1947, 15 pages, lacy doilies & luncheon sets;
5) Modern Trends - Hairpin Lace, Crochet, Swedish Weaving , Coats & Clark's Book #303, 1954, 15 pages, chair sets, café curtains, pineapple mat, place mats, square pillow, lamp shades, apron, towel trimmings;
6) Hand Knits By Beehive – Socks for Men, Women and Children, Patons & Baldwins, Book 127, 34 pages, 1944, a wide range of knitted socks for the entire family including classic ankle length, diamond plaid pattern, sports socks, striped pattern, wear forever socks with replaceable toe and heel, ankles, tennis socks, rib-stitch, ladies’ slippers, one sock with six different cuffs, more. I also have the same Beehive title, Book 118, 1940, 23 pages, featuring styles such as knee-length, tassel, argyle, Indian motif, three tone, swivel, tile pattern, ribbed, diamond texture, plaid, heel-less, and classic service sock. Specify book desired, covers have wear;
7) Knit It Yourself, American Thread Book 136, undated but 1950s, 31 pages, knitted designs for bulkies, cardigans, capes, bed jackets, and slipovers. Most patterns are for women, four are for men.

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1) Fleisher’s Baby Book, Volume 101, 1957, 59 pages, knitted and crocheted patterns for infants to size 4 including baby sets, bunting, blanket, afghan, soakers, baby shirt, shoulderette, mitts and bootees for all ages, several baby bonnets, pullovers, cardigans, vests, child’s shrug, jumper, snowsuits. Due to weight this will be shipped Media mail;
2) Edgings, Spool Cotton Book 162, 1941, 23 pages of lacy crocheted edgings plus colored edgings, several knitted edgings, a few filet patterns, and two pages of edgings for those with advanced skills;
3) Teach Yourself to Knit the Easy Columbia Minerva Way, Book 744, 1960s, 48 pages, illustrated step-by-step knitting instruction plus directions for making a dog blanket, scarf and pony tail hat, mittens, shoulderette, child’s playsuit, child’s drawstring bag and hat, women’s or teenage bootee, infant’s set, sweaters and vests, afghan. Due to weight, this will be shipped Media class;
4) Botany Pattern of the Month Club, Botany Mills, 1951-52. This is a collection of several dozen single-sheet patterns, mostly knitted designs, mailed to members of the Botany Model of the Month Club. There are some super patterns including baby sets, women’s hats, afghan, little boy’s sweaters with western and Indian motifs (similar to Knit-O-Graf), women’s shawls, evening blouse with very short bolero shrug, several nice dresses, plus the usual assortment of sweaters, socks, etc. Due to weight this will be shipped via Media mail;
5) 16 Jiffy Rugs Easy To Make, Graphic Enterprises Inc, 1968, 32 pages. A collection of rug designs made using crochet/knitting, latch hook, cross-stitch, braiding, sewn strip, and rya techniques. The three crocheted/knitted patterns are a swan motif bathroom set, an hexagonal rug with Finnish fringe, and a friendship  knot rug of string. There are several rag and braided rug patterns;
6) Stoles and Shrugs, Star Book 103, American Thread Company, 1953, 15 pages, crocheted and knitted and hairpin lace stoles and shrugs in a variety of styles, from causal to evening;
7) Doilies, Spool Cotton Book 201, 23 pages, 1943, crocheted doilies and centerpieces including a Pineapple Whirl design and a filet crochet morning glory buffet scarf. There are a couple of other filet patterns plus one Irish crochet design.

Row F: PLEASE READ FIRST PARAGRAPH FOR PRICING INFORMATION AND EXPLANATION OF CONDITION 

1) Nylon – Knitting Crocheting, American Thread Star Book 75, 15 pages, 1950. includes knitted mother-daughter cardigan and slipon sweaters, crocheted shell bag and beanie, three pair men’s knitted socks, men’s knitted mittens, women’s knitted anklets, knitted baby set, crocheted baby set, and two men’s sweaters (one knit, one crochet);
2) Doilies - Old & New Favorites, Spool Cotton Book 217, 1944, 23 pages, place mats, runners, large & small round mats, bread tray doily, tray mats, traditional doilies;
3) Lacey’s Children’s Book, Volume 21, 1949, 15 pages, knitted classic sweaters for children ages 2-6, including three slipovers with animal accents above the waistband (elephants, deer, chicks);
4) Handkerchief Edgings, American Thread Star Book #61, 1948, 15 pages of delicate edgings for hankies;
5) Decorating Ideas, Coats & Clark's Book #323, 1956, 15 pages, towel sets, guest towels, rugs, seat covers, chair sets, place mats, pot holders;
6) Quick Tricks in Crochet, Spool Cotton Book 267, 1950, 15 pages, crocheted patterns for small decorative items and wardrobe accessories, many in mulitple colors and with raised flowers. Includes lacy kitchen set with raised roses, candy or nut cup with flowers, daffodil and fuchsia hangers, gladiola and daisy chain tiebacks, shade pull doll, hat and bags sets with flower accents, floral slippers, bridal garter, flower jewelry, hot plate and platter mats, dish cloth apron with flower pocket, plate ruffle, flower basket bath towel set;
7) Hot Plate Mats, American Thread, Star Book #70, 1950, 15 pages, figural and floral hot plate mats including a large strawberry, a large leaf, place mat with small cherries and leaves, etc.

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1) The Newest in Tablecloths and Bedspreads, Spool Cotton Book 295, 15 pages, 1952, several crocheted tablecloths plus two bedspreads and lacy round table mats;
2) Crochet Gay and Gifty Ideas, Star Book 80, American Thread Company, 1951, 15 pages, designs for color crochet includes rose doily, pansy and forget-me-not handkerchiefs, crocheted plate edge, carnation flowers, 7” doll’s clothes, nut cup and saucer, four flower corsages (apple blossom, daisy, chrysanthemum, and carnation), hot plate mat, tea cozy, pot holder, laundry bag, hosiery hanger, plant holder. Also includes directions for starching; 3) Doilies To Treasure, Lily Book 1600, undated but 1940s, 23 pages, nice assortment of doilies and mats including several ruffled doilies, also includes a couple of filet crochet examples and one shadow filet;
4) Ruffled Doilies, Coats & Clark’s Book 327, 1957, 15 pages, designs for ruffled doilies including Quadrille, Marguerite, Diadem, Poinsettia Posey, Coat of Arms, Popcorn Points, Rococo, Aurora, Fantasia, and Cat’s Cradle;
5) Ruffled Doilies, Spool Cotton Book 253, 1949, 15 pages, patterns for frilly doilies including Rose Ruffle, Full Bloom, Zephyr, Fairy Frosting, Fancy Free, Staff of Life bread basket doily, Whirlpool, Easter Lily, Party Frills, Flying Comet, Pole Star, and Waterfall;
6) Socks and Mittens for the Family, Spool Cotton Book 174, 1941, 23 pages, assorted knitted socks and mittens for all members of the family, includes argyle styles, jingle bell socks and mittens, striped socks and gloves, spiral knits, cable knits, anklets, embroidered shoe socks, moss stitch socks, more;
7) Chair Sets, Spool Cotton Book 206, 1944, 15 pages, designs for crocheted chair sets (one set is knitted), most have matching curtain pulls, one pattern is pineapple design, three are filet.

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1) Lacy Nets, American Thread Co., Star Book 139, undated but 1950s, 15 pages. Instructions for making a wide variety of articles by needle weaving threads on mesh rayonet material (no knowledge of crochet or knitting required). Includes stoles, slippers, afghans, pillows, carriage covers, jibbers, placemats, shoulder bag, and seat covers;
2) New Handknits for You and the Family, Sultana Volume S10, 1938-39, 23 pages, includes woman’s ribbed cardigan, boxy cardigan, casual blouse, one-piece matinee dress, sports cardigan, long torso cardigan, men’s raglan sweater, boys’ windbreaker, men’s vest, child’s crew neck slip-on, girl’s lace dress, men’s socks and gloves, baby’s fluted sacque and cap, carriage cover, and baby pullover;
3) Milk Glass Crochet, Lily Design Book 78, 1956, 15 pages, crocheted designs for decorating accessories that look remarkably like milk glass counterparts. Includes lamps, covered dish, covered bowl, candy basket, spiral vase, luncheon set, place mat, compote, candleholders, buffet set, dishes with flower motifs, hobnail vanity lamp, more;
4) Afghans, American Thread Star Book #52, 1947, 15 pages, knitted and crocheted afghans including a couple with embroidered motifs; 5) New Ideas and Designs for Crochet – Your Home and Its Decoration, Spool Cotton, Star Book 30, 1933, 23 pages, includes, shell curtain tie back, mesh lace chair set, bone ring cluster design doily, lamp shade in pearl point and edging trim, filet tie back with tassel, shell stitch oval chair set, filet flower luncheon set, luncheon or tea cloth, several doilies, shell design doily with bone rings, bone ring mats, reticella motif and rose inset for luncheon sets, luncheon set in colored linen, windmill bedspread in cluster stitch, shell stitch dresser set, several lacy edgings, bath mat, bathroom rug with fringe, stool cover;
6) New and Old Afghans, American Thread Star Afghan Book #112, undated but 1950’s, 15 pages, knitted and crocheted afghans including a couple with embroidered motifs;
7) Boutique Knitter, Hazel Pearson Handicrafts Book HA-1, 1972, 15 pages. If you have a vintage knitting tool called a knitting spool or a knitting mushroom or a knitting knobby or a boutique knitter, this is the book that will tell you how to use it. You will need the small, plastic, cylindrical knitting tool with four prongs on one end, produced by several different companies (Boye, Hero, etc) during the 1960’s-70’s. This book has instructions for using the spool, plus patterns for pearl ropes, bead chokers, colorful belts, bracelets, earrings, etc. There are also basic instructions for creating yarn ropes which are then configured into tea cozies, sandals, hot plate mats, hats, bags, flowers, coasters, etc.

Row I: PLEASE READ FIRST PARAGRAPH FOR PRICING INFORMATION AND EXPLANATION OF CONDITION 

1) Bernat Handicrafter Book 20, 1949, 49 pages, designs for men’s knitted socks, scarves, gloves, several ties, plus women’s gloves and angora mittens. Covers have some wear, interior pages good. Due to weight, book will be shipped media rate;
2) Adventures with Kentucky Yarn, January and Wood Book 3, undated but 1950s, 15 pages, knitted rug, crocheted cuff and pocket stole, topper coat, collar and matching belt, infant soaker, luncheon set with card motifs, cape/apron/peplum, hat and bag, twin softy dolls, pot holder, crocheted rugs, table mats, lacy beanie, tie-on chair seats, fringed stole;
3) Handkerchief Edgings, Spool Cotton Book 282, 1951, 15 pages, a nice variety of lacy edgings including many in colors, plus a small section explaining how to make hairpin lace;
4) Learn How Book, Spool Cotton Book 170, 1941, 50 pages. Good basic instruction for crochet, knitting, tatting, and embroidery, plus projects to complete while you are learning. Includes directions for bedspread, afghan, change purse, tray cloth, luncheon set, envelope purse, calot, collar, hat, pullover, mittens, anklets, edgings, belt, more. Due to weight this will be shipped Media class;
5) Raglans For Boys and Girls, Bucilla Volume 80, 1964, 43 pages, classic sweaters in raglan style for boys and girls sizes 4 to 14, includes two short coats (one with hood), due to weight this will be shipped Media;
6) Old and New Favorites, Spool Cotton Book 238, 23 pages, 1947. Nice assortment of crocheted patterns for doilies, tablecloths, runners, bedspreads, plus a chair set and an apron with pineapple border and ribbon inserts;
7) Matching Set, Clark Thread Company, Book 281, 1951, 15 pages, features crocheted patterns for lacy centerpieces, place mats, and doilies plus beautiful edgings for those items. One edging design is pineapple, one overall pattern features rows of tulip blossoms, more.

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1) Quick Crochet, Spool Cotton Book 300, 1953, 15 pages, 21 easy-to-do items including several hats, four bags, place mats, chair pad covers, pillows, rugs, belt, slippers, casserole jackets, pot holders;
2) Hand-Knit Favorites – Cardigans & Pullovers, Bernhard Ulmann Book 37, 1967, 51 pages, a wide variety of knitted cardigans and pullovers for women, from casual to dressy, includes sweater jackets and ski sweaters. Spine wear, due to weight, this will be shipped media mail;
3) Woman’s Day Granny Squares, magazine format. I have four issues, each with patterns for afghans, rugs, pillows, table décor, sweaters for the family, etc: a) Number 7 – Oct 1979, 96 pages, shown in scan above, back cover creased, interior vg, or b) Number 4 – 1976, 80 pages, covers have creases, penned notation on front cover, interior vg, or c) Number 5 – 1977, 95 pages, penned notations on front cover and 1st page and clipped coupon on last page otherwise vg, or d) Woman’s Day Super Special Granny Squares & Needlework – Sept 1984, 99 pages, covers have light wear and creases, tight spine, issue complete and unmarked. Due to weight, any issue will be shipped via Media mail.
4) Accessories in Wool for Men, Women and Children, Spool Cotton Book 290, 1952, 15 pages. Knitted accessories including puppet mittens, regular mittens, stole, shrug, stocking cap and mitten set, gloves and scarf set, several socks, pompon slippers, bonnet, ribbed caps, hold with sequins, women’s long and short gloves;
5) Place Mats and Doilies, Coats and Clark’s Book 315, 1955, 15 pages, patterns for crocheted doilies in the following designs: orange blossom, ripple rhythm, sundial, star wheel, comet’s tail, brocade, rose wreath, and place mats in the following designs: strawberry cream, avocado stripes, silver sands, candy cane, and modern classic;
6) 100 Useful Edgings, Spool Cotton Book 129, 31 pages, 1939. Includes dozens of crocheted lacy edgings for handkerchiefs, lingerie, neckwear, baby clothing and accessories, bed linens, household linens, bath towels, plus hairpin lace and some knitted edgings;
7) Crochet Fantasy Christmas Special – 48 New Holiday Projects That Are a Joy to Make, Crochet Fantasy, Number 30, September 1986, 62 pages, magazine format. Designs for Christmas sweaters, afghans, placemats and runners, gift bags, ornaments, stockings, and soft toys. This will ship Media due to weight.

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1) Basic Sweaters From Size 3 Years – Size 42, American Thread, Star Book 38, 1945, 23 pages, classic knitted sweaters for all members of the family, includes slip-on, vests, cardigan and turtleneck styles;
2) Edgings, Spool Cotton Book 236, 15 pages, 1947, crocheted designs for a variety of edgings appropriate for handkerchiefs, lingerie, children’s clothing, guest and bath towels, household linens, and shelf edgings. Includes hairpin lace instructions;
3) Sweaters of Nylon or Wool, American Thread Company, Star Sweater Book 92, 1952, 15 pages, classic knitted sweaters including basic cardigans and slip-ons for women, woman’s high neck windbreaker, man’s Fair Isle vest and a turtleneck, plus woman’s stole blouse, jabot blouse, v-neck blouse, bolero, one pattern is crocheted;
4) Exciting Jiffy Lace, C.J. Bates & Sons, Book 17560, undated but early 1970s, 23 pages. Jiffy-Lace projects are made using one knitting needle and a crochet hook. Book includes complete instructions for a lace ring-around, ripple afghan, swing cape, carriage cover, child’s two-piece dress in sizes 6 & 8, hat and shawl, triangular shawl, vest, baby set, collar and cuffs, sunshine afghan and matching pillow;
5) Botany Hand Knits for Men, Botany Yarns Vol 12, 1958, 47 pages, classic knitted sweaters and vests for men in a wide range of styles. Due to weight, this will shipped media mail;
6) Doilies Luncheon Sets Runners, Spool Cotton Book 184, 23 pages, 1942, crocheted designs for doilies, luncheon sets and runners including some filet, and an Irish crochet doily. One filet pattern for a bureau scarf features eagles and shields;
7) New Ideas in Doilies, Coats & Clark’s Book 283, 1952, 15 pages, crocheted designs for doilies (many constructed around crocheted braid), two jiffy doilies, a filet crochet mat laced with grosgrain ribbon, plus oval and round place mats in hairpin lace.

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1) Bernat Men, Book 169, 1979, 33 pages, knitted classic sweater patterns for men including pullovers, v necklines, cardigans, vests, and two ski sweaters;
2) New Edgings, Spool Cotton Book 109, 1937, 30 pages, a nice assortment of edgings for tea and tray cloths, handkerchiefs, towels, doilies, babies and children’s clothing, collars and cuffs, sheets and pillowcases, lingerie, and curtains. Includes some hairpin edgings and a page of knitted edgings;
3) Sweater Lineup for Boys and Girls, Spool Cotton Book 150, 1940, 31 pages, knitted sweaters for boys and girls of school age, each with directions and measurements for each sweater in graduated sizes, plus scarf, cap, mittens, etc.;
4) Pineapple Pageant Featuring Ruffled Doilies, Spool Cotton Book 252, 1948, 15 pages, assortment of doily patterns in pineapple motifs;
5) Teenage Fashions, Spool Cotton Book 187, 1942, 22 pages, knitted and crocheted classic sweaters for young men and women, plus three caps, a peasant skirt with suspenders, and a jumper. Covers have wear, interior good;
6) Flower Edgings, American Thread, Star Book 65, 15 pages, 1949, flower motif edgings for handkerchiefs, scarfs, tablecloths, towels, sheets and pillowcases, lingerie and luncheon sets;
7) Bernat Gloves and Mittens for the Family, Book 82, 1959, 24 pages, Classic knitted mittens and gloves for all family members including some with knit-in designs and angora styles. This will be shipped via Media mail, due to weight.

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1) Jack Frost Sweaters for Boys and Girls, Vol 46, 30 pages, 1947, classic knitted sweater designs for children 2-14 years of age plus mittens, the words “counter book” are written on front cover, interior pages good OR Volume 58, 30 pages, same title, similar content but no mittens (specify issue desired);
2) Pot Holders, Hot Plate Covers, Swedish Embroidery, American Thread Company, Star Book 101, 1953, 15 pages, assorted pot holders and hot plate mats, plus several patterns and general directions for Swedish embroidery or huck weaving;
3) Lily’s Album of Crocheted Designs, Lily Book 1200, 1944, 27 pages, crocheted designs for tea cloths, chair sets, tablecloths, bedspreads, tray mats, glass jackets, pot holders, collar and jabot, vestee, hat, earrings, lapel ornaments, sachets, belts, baby set, baby bib and high chair mat with swan motif, elephant soft toy, trims for apron and oven mitts, place mats, doilies;
4) Crochet Collection by Columbia Minerva, Book 756, undated but mid-1960s, 37 pages. Crocheted fashions for women including suit, raglan v-neck pullover, raglan pullover, raglan jacket, tweed pullover, dress and jacket, shell jacket, shell lace pullover, petal shell dress, lacy dresses, dolman coat, evening skirt and shell, three-piece suits, more. Due to weight, this will be shipped via media mail;
5) Bernat’s Handknit Classics, 1945, 64 pages. A knitting manual of 54 handknit classics for every member of the family, designs by Alice Carroll, 44 pattern stitches. Due to weight, this will be shipped via Media mail;
6) Gifts Knitted and Crocheted, Star Book 48, American Thread Company, 22 pages, 1946, includes instructions for matching knitted bed jackets for babies and women, dickeys, wide handkerchief edgings, crocheted hood and mitts, knitted stocking cap and mittens, chicken and fish potholder mitts, pinafore dish cloth, ski sweater and accessories, Sally doll made from spools, mesh linen band, mending compact, apron, cat face purse;
7) Boys and Girls Fashions in Wool by Hilde, Volume 53, 1946, 23 pages, knitted children’s fashions for ages 3-12, including sweaters, bolero, snow suit, hats, pleated skirt, peasant jacket, more. Covers a bit rough, interior very useable.

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1) Woman’s Day 1947 Crochet Annual, 64 pages, 105 crochet designs with directions for baby sets, doilies, edgings and insertions, place mats, attractive sweaters for women, gloves and mittens, bags, hats, evening hood, jabot, collar, bed jackets, afghan, plus a state flower bedspread in filet crochet. Will be shipped media mail due to weight;
2) Home Decoration, Spool Cotton Book 76, 27 pages, 1936. crochet patterns for tablecloths, chair sets, lacy table mats, davenport set, includes some filet patterns, covers rough, interior fine;
3) Learning to Knit – Simple Step By Step Instructions, Bernhard Ulmann Company, Volume 2, 19 pages, 1963, uses large drawn and photo illustrations to teach knitting, plus two patterns for easy-to-knit raglan sweaters;
4) Edgings – 100 Old and New Favorites, Spool Cotton Book 218, 1945, 22 pages, 100 edgings for household linens, handkerchiefs, lingerie, children’s clothing, includes some knitted edgings;
5) Crochet Treausures, Star Treasure Book 126, American Thread Company, undated but early 1950s, 15 pages, includes round rug with fringe, matching napkin holder and mats with raised roses, doily with colored pansy flower edge, hairpin lace doily, cathredral window pattern tabelcloth, maple leaf place mats, bottle cap hot plate mat, pebbly popcorn matss, spider web doily, Puritan pattern bedspread;
6) Jack Frost Sweaters Gloves Scarfs Socks for Men and Boys, Volume 40, 31 pages, 1947. Classic knitted sweaters, vests, cardigans, socks, and scarfs for men and boys, cover has wear, interior good;
7) Botany Pattern of the Month Club, Botany Mills, undated but early 1940s. This is a collection of single-sheet patterns, mostly knitted designs, that were mailed to members of the Botany Model of the Month Club. There are some nice patterns including men’s service sweaters and socks, woman’s bedjackets, hat and bag sets, reindeer motif pullover, baby clothing incuding creepers, afghan, dressy and casual women’s blouses, plus the usual assortment of sweaters, socks, etc. for all members of the family. Due to weight this will be shipped via Media mail.

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1) Pineapple Designs, Spool Cotton Book 230, 31 pages, 1946. Crocheted pineapple patterns for runners, vanity set, doilies, centerpieces, luncheon set, bedspreads or tablecloths, and an apron;
2) Chair Sets, Spool Cotton Book 223, 15 pages, 1945. Patterns for several lacy chair sets including two filet designs and one knitted pattern;
3) New Tablecloths, Star Book 57, American Thread Company, 22 pages, 1948. Patterns for 7 tablecloths constructed wth crocheted medallions, plus place mats and one tablecloth with rose filet panels;
4) Tatted and Crocheted Designs, Star Book 30, American Thread Company, 1944, 30 pages. Includes tatted and crocheted edgings, lacy doilies, baby cap, baby bib and collar edging, several medallions for laces, place mats, collars, towel edgings, monograms, tatted slip tops;
5) Edgings, American Thread Star Book 41, 1946, 23 pages. Lots of lacy edgings and flower edgings for household linens, lingerie, etc. Includes five knitted laces;
6) Bear Brand Hand Knit Cardigans, Volume 354 revised edition, Bernhard Ulmann Company, 46 pages, 1967. Includes classic women’s sweaters in every size to 48, in every weight from light to bulky, in a wide variety of styles for every age. Due to weight this will be shipped via Media mail;
7) Spinnerin Classic Manual, Volume 151, 1964, 54 pages, Part I – covers infants to 8 years. Classic knitting designs for children and infants, mostly sweaters of all types plus several baby sets and bunny and lamb bonnets. Due to weight this will be shipped via Media mail.