Poinsettia Posy Ruffled Doily Crochet Pattern

by Debra // 10/25/2013 // No Comments

Ruffled Doily Ruffled doilies were popular in the 1950’s when this pattern was published. The booklet by Coats & Clark’s is nothing but Ruffled Doily patterns. They are compared to lace, “Frills of frothy lace for the delicate decoration... Continue reading →

Vintage Minerva Martha Washington Floral Hooked Rug Pattern

by Debra // 09/27/2013 // 3 Comments

Rug Hooking As early as the mid 1800’s, women would take burlap feed bags, which were too rough a fabric to make into clothing or quilts, and use them as backing for rugs. Unable to afford the beautiful imported rugs... Continue reading →

Vintage Crafts and More Clip-on Hat Headband with Leaves Crochet Pattern

Free Vintage Crochet Pattern Headband with Leaves – Clip-on Hat

by Debra // 09/20/2013 // No Comments

Headband of Leaves Crochet Pattern I hope you’re feeling some cool weather in your neck of the woods. Today’s crochet freebie incorporates leaves and a headband. This pattern could be crocheted as a gift or use the crocheted leaves all... Continue reading →

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Christmas in July Tree Potholder Crochet Pattern

by Debra // 07/12/2013 // No Comments

I love Christmas in July! It reminds me to get started on those handmade gifts for December. Today for the Fan Freebie I’ve chosen a cute Christmas Tree Potholder pattern. These would be a great addition to the seasonal decorations... Continue reading →

Vintage Crafts and More - Garden Tool Apron Sewing Pattern

Multi-Pocket Gardening Tool Apron to Sew

by Debra // 05/17/2013 // No Comments

Spring has sprung and I’m ready to get out in the garden. I know many of our members enjoy gardening and the lovely flowers in their yards. To lessen our garden labor, today we’re featuring a pattern for a garden... Continue reading →

Butterfly Quilt Pattern

by Debra // 05/10/2013 // 6 Comments

Butterfly Quilts Butterfly Quilt Pattern ~ How many ways can you make a butterfly quilt? This post has ideas for several. You can use vintage hankies, embroidery, or make an applique or pieced block. The Butterfly quilt is widely known... Continue reading →

A Knitted Gift for Mother’s Day an Oval Doily with a Knitted Border

by Debra // 04/19/2013 // No Comments

Knitted Border Another great pattern from the Home Needlework Magazine published in June 1914. This time, in keeping with a theme of gift giving, a knitted border for an oval doily. If you have a vintage linen doily or fabric... Continue reading →