About this product

Product Identifiers

PublisherDover Publications, Incorporated

ISBN-100486258335

ISBN-139780486258331

eBay Product ID (ePID)847275

Product Key Features

Book TitleCrocheter's Treasure Chest : 80 Classic Patterns for Tablecloths, Bedspreads, Doilies and Edgings

Number of Pages96 Pages

LanguageEnglish

Publication Year1989

TopicNeedlework / Knitting, Needlework / Crocheting

IllustratorYes

GenreCrafts & Hobbies

AuthorMary Carolyn Waldrep

Book SeriesDover Crafts: Crochet Ser.

FormatTrade Paperback

Dimensions

Item Height0.3 in

Item Weight10.9 Oz

Item Length11 in

Item Width8.2 in

Additional Product Features

Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN88-023702

Dewey Edition21

Dewey Decimal746.434043

SynopsisA rich anthology of heirloom-quality designs, this collection by an expert needleworker presents 80 projects from now-rare thread company instruction leaflets of the 1930s-50s. Patterns include tablecloths, coasters, doilies, edgings, and more. Crocheters at all levels will appreciate the detailed, step-by-step instructions, accompanied by more than 65 clear illustrations., Beautiful crocheted items that enhanced interior furnishing generations ago are once again in the needlecraft spotlight. For this outstanding collection of classic crochet patterns, needlework authority Mary Carolyn Waldrep has selected for today's needleworker a variety of attractive designs that first appeared in now-rare thread-company instruction leaflets of the 1930s through the '50s. Included in The Crocheter's Treasure Chest are patterns for a lovely tablecloth with a rose motif, a floral-patterned refreshment set (comprising coasters and a larger doily), an elegant series of wide edgings displaying scallops, florals, and filet mesh; a tea-cart cloth with lacy petal designs; a magnificent "Cameo" bedspread; the "Chrysanthemum," a charming tablecloth composed of delicate medallions beautiful enough to complement any table arrangement; and dozens of other eye-catching pieces. A complete list of necessary materials accompanies each pattern, while more than 65 illustrations and detailed, row-by-row instructions guide beginning and advanced needleworkers through each step of the crocheting process. Here's a rich anthology of heirloom-quality designs that crocheters are sure to find inspirational and irresistible., Rich anthology of heirloom-quality designs presents 80 projects from rare 1930s-50s sources. Tablecloths, coasters, doilies, edgings, and more, for crocheters at all levels. Detailed, step-by-step instructions, plus more than 65 illustrations.

LC Classification NumberTT820.C933