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Crochet for Bathroom & Kitchen - 19 PATTERNS!

Sun, 19 May 2013 11:47:05 -0400

Decorating Ideas to Crochet, Book No. 323, by Coats & Clark's O.N.T. from 1956, restored & published. Kids Paper Dolls, 50 State Flags Coloring Pages, Consignment Shop Mystery Series, Best Ever Turkey Burger & Savory Sausage Plait recipes.

Knit & Crochet Vests - 13 PATTERNS!

Sun, 19 May 2013 11:47:04 -0400

Vests, Volume No. 120, by Fashions in Wool, restored & published. Kids Drawing Lessons, 50 State Birds Coloring Pages, Maggie Sullivan Mystery Series, Pirate Maze Puzzle.

Quick to Make Gifts - 30 PATTERNS!

Sun, 19 May 2013 11:44:55 -0400

Quick to Make Gifts, Book No. 318, by J. & P. Coats - Clark's O.N.T., from 1955, restored & published. Kids Drawing Lessons, Baseball Coloring Pages, The Cat, the Mill and the Murder released from Cats in Trouble Mystery, Cider Braised Pork Chops and Shrimp and Tomato Bake recipes.

Knit Sweater Blouses - 15 PATTERNS!

Sun, 19 May 2013 11:44:54 -0400

Blouse Book, Volume No. 30, by the Jack Frost Yarn Company restored & published. Kids Drawing Lessons, Angora Alibi released from Seaside Knitters Mystery Series, Apricot Tart and Moroccan Lamb Stew recipes.

Crochet Handbags - 27 PATTERNS!

Sun, 19 May 2013 11:44:54 -0400

Handbags, Volume No. 48, by the Jack Frost Yarn Company restored & published. Kids Drawing Lessons, Southern Sisters Cozy Mysteries, Pancetta & Potato Bake and Poached Salmon recipes.

Crochet Potholders - 42 PATTERNS!

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 09:18:09 -0400

Pot Holders, Star Book No. 101, by the American Thread Company, and Pot Holders, Book 133, by the Spool Cotton Company, restored & published. Indian Spiced Chicken & Coconut Kisses recipes, newly released Leisure Arts Stitch Guides.

Smart Fashions - 15 PATTERNS!

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 09:18:07 -0400

Smart Fashions to Knit & Crochet, Star Book No. 141, by the American Thread Company restored & published. Grimm's Fairy Tales classic lit, Mediterranean Lamb Kebabs recipe.

Boys & Girls Sweaters - 26 PATTERNS!

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 09:18:07 -0400

Boys and Girls, Volume No. 53, by Fashions in Wool restored & published. Classic literature.

Crochet & Knit Afghans - 10 PATTERNS!

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 09:18:06 -0400

Afghans, Book No. 239, by Spool Cotton Company, restored & published. Two free recipes.

Shawls and Shrugs - 32 PATTERNS!

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 09:18:05 -0400

Stoles & Shrugs, Star Book No. 103, by American Thread Co; and Stoles & Shrugs, Volume No. 122, by Spinnerin Yarn Co; restored & published. Veggie Recipes, Magical Cats Mysteries.

Crochet Bags & Hats - 27 PATTERNS!

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 14:27:24 -0400

Handbags and Hats, Star Book No. 97, by American Thread Co; and Smart Bags, Book No. 209, by Spool Cotton Co; restored & published. St Patrick's Day Recipes.

More Woolies for Babies - 28 PATTERNS!

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 11:46:10 -0400

Woolies for Baby, Book No. 197, by Spool Cotton Co, restored & published. Charmed Pie Shoppe Mystery Series, Oliver Twist by Charles Dickens, free recipes.

Woolies for Babies - 22 PATTERNS!

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 11:46:09 -0400

Woolies for Baby, Book No. 224, by Spool Cotton Co, restored & published. Leisure Arts crochet afghan ePatterns, pizza recipes.

Crochet Rugs - 24 PATTERNS!

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 09:57:08 -0500

Rugs, Book No. 237, by Coats & Clark; and Crocheted Rugs, Book No. 1400, by Lily, restored & published. Leisure Arts rugs ePatterns.

Infant & Baby Clothes - 58 PATTERNS!

Sat, 16 Feb 2013 08:33:05 -0500

Yarncraft for Tots & Toddlers, Book No. 17 by Cynthia; and Hand Knits for Youngsters, by Spinnerin, restored & published. Two new paper dolls, two new kids crossword puzzles, Leisure Arts knit afghans ePatterns.

Crochet Pineapples - 46 PATTERNS!

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 09:12:53 -0500

Pineapple Squares, No. 314; Pick of the Pineapples, No. 287; and Pineapples on Parade, No. 241, restored & published. New release in Southern Quilting Mysteries, Wonderful Wizard of Oz classic literature, Pineapples Info & Recipes, Leisure Arts Pineapple ePatterns.

Knit Sweaters - 24 PATTERNS!

Thu, 31 Jan 2013 10:21:43 -0500

Sweaters of Nylon or Wool, Star No. 92; and Tartans, Coats & Clark No. 501, restored & published. New release in Puzzle Lady Mysteries, Great Expectations classic literature, Discontinued Yarn & Vintage Size Charts created.

Edgings and Insertions - 84 PATTERNS!

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 10:35:23 -0500

Pillow Cases, Coats & Clark No. 264; Edgings for All Purposes, Coats & Clark No. 288; and Floral Insertions, Coats & Clark No. 263 restored & published. New release in Black Sheep Knitting Mysteries, two illustrated recipes, two sheet music restored.

Quick Crochet - 33 PATTERNS!

Thu, 17 Jan 2013 10:08:27 -0500

Quick Crochet with Enterprise Yarn, Book No. 9305, by The Thread Mills restored & published. New release in Black Cat Bookshop Mysteries; three dessert recipes; two classic literature novels.

21 Bulky Styles - 21 PATTERNS!

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 09:19:06 -0500

21 Bulky Styles featuring Quick Little Jackets, Book No. 51, by Bernat Handicrafter in 1956. New release in Pizza Lovers Mysteries; five pizza recipes; three new vegetables - recipes & fun facts; three classic literature novels.

Doilies, Tablecloth, Bedspreads - 15 PATTERNS!

Fri, 04 Jan 2013 13:37:14 -0500

Doily Book, Star No. 137, by American Thread Co; and Bucilla Cottons Banquet Cloth & Bedspread Creations, Volume No. 106, by Bernhard Ulmann reproduced and published. New release in Magical Bakery Mysteries, Sharon Paper Doll, How to Draw a Tractor drawing lesson.

Baby Book - 26 PATTERNS!

Mon, 31 Dec 2012 21:31:35 -0500

Nomotta Baby Book, Volume No. 122, by Amicale Yarns reproduced and published. Classic Literature: Pride & Prejudice and Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, new release in Coffeehouse Mysteries, Mangoes and Guavas.

Hats, Mittens, Socks - 20 PATTERNS!

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 11:07:10 -0500

Hats-Mittens-Socks, Book No. 135, by Coats & Clark reproduced and published. Christmas classics The Story of a Nodding Donkey & The Life and Times of Santa Claus, new releases in Southern Sewing Circle Mysteries and Embroidery Mysteries, Christmas Carols Sheet Music.

Fashions & Fun for the Almost Teens - 48 PATTERNS!

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 11:07:09 -0500

Fashions & Fun for the Almost Teens, Book No. 59 by Bernat Yarns in 1957, reproduced and published. Christmas classics The Little Match Girl, The Gift of the Magi & The First Christmas in New England; new release in Needlecraft Mysteries; Fruits, Veggies & Recipes.

Afghans Crocheted & Knitted - 10 PATTERNS!

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 10:22:14 -0500

Afghans Crocheted & Knitted, Star Book No. 202, by American Thread Co. reproduced and published. Christmas classics 'Twas the Night Before Christmas, A Christmas Carol & The Abbott's Ghost, new release in Piece of Cake Mysteries, Fruits & Veggies.

Bathroom Beauties - 20 PATTERNS!

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 20:30:56 -0500

Bathroom Beauties, Book No. 265, by Coats & Clark's O.N.T. reproduced and published. Crochet Wreaths Afghan & Dusty Snowflake Throw patterns from Coats & Clark, Leftover Turkey Recipes.

Baby Book Crocheted & Knitted - 19 PATTERNS!

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 20:30:55 -0500

Baby Book Crocheted & Knitted, Star Book No. 153, by the American Thread Company reproduced and published. Thanksgiving Coloring Pages, If Hooks Could Kill Crochet Mystery.

Contemporary Crochet - 64 PATTERNS!

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 20:30:47 -0500

Contemporary Crochet, Book No. 508, by Coats & Clark's O.N.T. reproduced and published. Halloween Fare: Pumpkins & Apples, Coats & Clark Halloween patterns, Halloween coloring pages.

Knit & Crochet with Heavy Rug Yarns - 19 PATTERNS!

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 20:30:47 -0500

Knit & Crochet with Heavy Rug Yarn, Star Book No. 191, by the American Thread Company reproduced and published. Very Veggie: Garlic, Beets & Leeks, Vintage Sheet Music, two cake recipes.

Your Favorite Afghans - 12 PATTERNS!

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 20:30:46 -0500

Your Favorite Afghans, Volume 45, by Bernhard Ullmann, from 1966, reproduced and published. Fun fruit facts: Orange, Lemon & Quince, Vintage Sheet Music, three chicken recipes.

Family Favorites in Hand Knits - 10 PATTERNS!

Sat, 25 Aug 2012 12:02:38 -0400

Family Favorites in Hand Knits, Book 123, by Coats & Clark, from 1961, reproduced and published. Knitted Sweater patterns from Coats & Clark, Vintage Sheet Music, Three Potato recipes.

Newest in Floral Doilies - 11 PATTERNS!

Sat, 25 Aug 2012 12:02:37 -0400

Newest in Floral Doilies, Leaflet 268, by J&P Coats, from 1950, reproduced and published. Knit Flower Doily & Quilt Block Filet Pillow patterns from Coats & Clark, Broiled Salmon and Lemon Pepper Tilapi recipes.

Heirloom Bedspreads - 5 PATTERNS!

Sat, 25 Aug 2012 12:02:37 -0400

Heirloom Bedspreads, Volume 49, reproduced and published. Afghan patterns by Coats & Clark, Asparagus Pasta Salad & Italian Pasta Salad recipes.

Things to Knit & Crochet - 10 PATTERNS!

Sat, 25 Aug 2012 12:02:36 -0400

Things to Knit & Crochet, Leaflet 2576, by Columbia Minerva reproduced and published. Facts about & recipes for eggplant, celery & cauliflower, new mystery release Cast On, Kill One from Maggie Sefton, Vanilla Cheesecake Cups & Lemon Curd Cake recipes.

Gift Ideas and Great Ideas - 12 PATTERNS!

Sat, 25 Aug 2012 12:02:35 -0400

Gift Ideas and Great Ideas, Leaflet 2633, by Columbia Minerva reproduced and published. Facts about & recipes for artichokes, carrots and Brussels sprouts, Bride & Groom paper dolls restored, Cheddar Garlic Biscuits and Hush Puppies recipes.

Handknits for Babies - 16 PATTERN SETS!

Sat, 25 Aug 2012 12:02:33 -0400

Handknits for Babies by Beehive, Bk 78, by Patons & Baldwins Limited reproduced and published. Giraffe and elephant circus animal kids crafts, kids crossword puzzles restored, enchilada casserole and mini corn dog muffin recipes.

Belastraw Fashions - 17 PATTERN SETS!

Sat, 25 Aug 2012 12:02:32 -0400

Belastraw Fashions, Vol 20, by John Dritz & Sons in 1950 reproduced and published. Vintage paper dolls restored, kid's crossword puzzles restored, BBQ Pork Ribs & Brussels Sprouts with Bacon recipes.

Kitchen Crochet - 26 PATTERNS!

Sat, 25 Aug 2012 12:02:20 -0400

Kitchen Crochet, Book No. 304, by Coats & Clark in 1954 reproduced and published. Filet Crochet Spring pattern, Blossom Street series, Lemon Meringue & Strawberry Chocolate Pie recipes.

Jack Frost Sweaters - 30 PATTERNS!

Sat, 25 Aug 2012 12:02:19 -0400

Jack Frost Sweaters, Volume No. 53, from 1951 reproduced and published. Filet Crochet Cherub with Mandolin pattern, Threadville mystery series, Oven Baked Onion Rings and Green Beans & Mushrooms recipes.

Modern Trends - 23 PATTERNS!

Sat, 25 Aug 2012 12:02:19 -0400

Modern Trends, Book No. 303, by Coats & Clark's O.N.T. reproduced and published. Fruits & Veggies A-Z: Asparagus & Apricot, Home Crafting Mystery series, Nutella Swirl Cheesecake Cups & Ovaltine Chocolate Cupcakes recipes.

Current Attractions - 25 PATTERNS!

Mon, 14 May 2012 13:49:40 -0400

Current Attractions, Star Book No. 214, by American Thread reproduced and published. Filet Crochet Deer pattern, Mysteries with Recipes series, Italian Meatballs with Creamed Spinach & Fettucini Alfredo with Broccoli recipes.

We finished reproducing Current Attractions, Star Book No. 214, originally published by American Thread.

Patterns include: Umbrella Tote, Popcorn Eagle Bedspread, Crocheted Shell, BIG Colorful Throw & Pillows, Mermaid Pajama Bag, Three Little Bears, Daisy Pillow, Pansy Pillow, Santa Door Knob, Rose Pillow, Mum Pillow, Quickie Rug, Meow Meow Rug, Bumble Bee Pillow, Hangers, Tabletop Christmas Tree, Lilac Flower, Hyacinth Flower, Delphiniums Flower, Thistle Flower, Dandelion Seed, Forsythia Flower, Bleeding Heart Flower, Dust Mop.

Doreen Baby Book- 8 PATTERNS!

Mon, 14 May 2012 13:49:33 -0400

Doreen Baby Book, Volume 92, by Doreen Knitting Books in 1945 reproduced and published. Filet Crochet Peacock pattern, Chocoholic Mystery series, Beefy Noodles & Slower Cooker Roast Beef recipes.

We finished reproducing Doreen Baby Book, Volume 92, originally published by Doreen Knitting Books in 1945.

Patterns include: Knitted Baby Set #200, Crochet Baby Set #201, Knitted Baby Set #202, Crochet Baby Set #203, Knitted Baby Set #204, Crochet Baby Set #205, Crochet Baby Set #206, Knitted Baby Set #207.

New Socks Fashions in Wool - 23 PATTERNS!

Mon, 14 May 2012 13:49:26 -0400

New Socks Fashions in Wool, Volume 69, by Fashions in Wool in 1949 reproduced and published. Beaded Necklace & Earrings pattern, I Can't Believe I'm Series pattern books, Scratch Egg Noodle and Home Churned Butter recipes.

We finished reproducing New Sock Fashions in Wool, Volume 69, originally published by Fashions in Wool in 1949.

Patterns include: Cable Socks, Variation Diamond Socks, Two Tone Twist Socks, Clock Socks, Anklets, Plain Socks, Ribbed Socks, Striped Socks, Ladies Anklets, Sport Socks, Man's Ribbed Socks, Herringbone Socks, Fancy Ribbed Socks, Large Diamond Socks, Argyle Clock Socks, Diamond Band Socks, Multicolored Socks, Two Tone Cable Clock Socks, Men's Socks, Spiral Socks without Heel, Variation Argyle Socks, Diamond Chevron Socks, Sport Anklets.

Knit & Crochet with Heavy Rug Yarn - 18 PATTERNS!

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 12:56:32 -0400

Knit & Crochet with Heavy Rug Yarn, Star Book 218, by American Thread reproduced and published. Heart Strings Napkin Tie pattern, A Year of Baby Afghans pattern books, Banana Bread and Pumpkin Bread recipes.

We finished reproducing Knit & Crochet with Heavy Rug Yarn, Star Book 218, originally published by American Thread.

Patterns include: Toy Elephant, Toy Duck, Loop Stitch Play Dress, Cut Loop Rug, Jim Fizz Bottle Cover, Doorknob Covers, Black and White Afghan and Rug, Novelty Bag, Toy Cat, Toy Puppy, Block Pillow and Rug, Lion Rug or Wall Hanging, Granny Afghan Pillow, Bathroom Deluxe Set, Pink Quickie Pillow, Flower Tote, Tissue Toppers, Let's Play Checkers Cuff Slipper.

Floral Doilies - 11 PATTERNS!

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 13:43:58 -0400

Floral Doilies, Book 258, by Clark's O.N.T. J&P Coats in 1949 reproduced and published. Owl Mug Wrap pattern, Seaside Knitters Mysteries, Chicken Broccoli Pocket & Chicken and Dumplings recipes.

We finished reproducing Floral Doilies, Book 258, originally published by Clark's O.N.T. J&P Coats in 1949.

Patterns include: Daffodil Doily, White Daisy Doily, Forget Me Not Doily, Pink Clover Doily, Black Eyed Susan Doily, Apple Blossom Place Mat, Pansy Doily Luncheon Set, Blue Aster Doily, Blue Bell Doily, Daisy Luncheon Set, Wild Rose Doily.