Welcome 2016! Bringing in the New Year

by Debra // 12/31/2015 // No Comments

I don’t know about you, but I’m very happy to ring in the New Year. This year our family has seen it’s share of loss, sorrow and problems or should I say “opportunities” as I’m sure many others have. It’s... Continue reading →

Wishing You a Very Merry Christmas!

by Debra // 12/24/2015 // No Comments

Enjoy this lovely vintage Christmas bell postcard. Continue reading →

Vintage Clutch Purse Crochet Pattern – VTNS Fan Freebie

by Debra // 12/18/2015 // No Comments

Welcome to this Friday’s VTNS Fan Freebie! Today’s freebie is a hand crocheted clutch purse decorated with pearls and sea shells. This clutch bag is called Treasure Trove and is described as a beautiful clutch bag for the very dressiest... Continue reading →

Fancy Antique Alphabet Patterns for Embroidery Monograms

by Debra // 12/11/2015 // 2 Comments

Alphabet Need a quick gift. With this fancy antique alphabet you’ll have a gift in no time. You could use them for embroidery or other crafting. Just print, trace and decorate a hand towel, tote, T-shirt or any number of... Continue reading →

Fingerless Mitts and Wristlets Crochet and Knitting Patterns

by Debra // 12/04/2015 // No Comments

Welcome to this Friday’s VTNS Fan Freebie! The patterns today are not only vintage, but antique, over 100 years old. They come from a 1916 Bear Brand Blue Book of Worsted Work, Manual of YarnKraft, 14th Volume that could be... Continue reading →

Happy Thanksgiving!

by Debra // 11/26/2015 // No Comments

I’m Thankful! When I first started this blog to share the many vintage patterns I’ve collected over the years, I never imagined I would connect with so many others around the world with the same love of vintage crafts. I... Continue reading →

Vintage Baby Mittens Knitting Pattern

by Debra // 11/20/2015 // No Comments

  Knitted mittens are a great way to keep your little ones hands nice and warm while they’re building a snowman! Today’s freebie is a cute set of knitted mittens from The Spool Cotton Company’s 1943 book Woolies for Babies.... Continue reading →