Vintage Knit Crochet - Bits of History

Bits of Knitting and Crochet History collected and researched from vintage pattern books, newspapers and magazines. A fun look at old advertisements and tid-bits about the makers of threads, yarns, tools, pattern books and more.

Friday, April 2, 2021

Crochet Baskets Pattern Numbers, Laura Wheeler 619

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I was processing Laura Wheeler 619 for two crocheted baskets, when I realized I already had a basket pattern numbered Design 619. But, th...

Monday, March 1, 2021

Anne Cabot Introductory Pattern Offer

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How about a bit of Anne Cabot trivia? The brand of Anne Cabot, often referred to as Mrs. Anne Cabot's Needlecraft Corner, entered the ...

Tuesday, February 16, 2021

Crochet Medallion Pattern Story, Alice Brooks 6406

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In processing the Mail Order patterns, I've seen this particular story repeat many times. I thought I'd take a couple minutes and s...

Sunday, January 10, 2021

Dritz Luxury Chennile Yarn

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This afternoon I was updating one of my old patterns, which included Dritz Luxury Chenille and decided to take a bit of time to learn more ...

Tuesday, November 17, 2020

Spinnerin Touchdown Yarn

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I was working on a pattern last night that called for Spinnerin Touchdown Yarn. Out of curiosity, I slipped over to Google to see what it w...

Friday, August 7, 2020

Filet Crochet Deer Pattern, Mail Order

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As I've indicated many times, I consider each one of these mail order patterns a small bit of needlework history. And, my fascination ...

Thursday, June 25, 2020

Mayfair Needle Art Designs, Mail Order Patterns

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Next up in my stack of Mail Order Patterns to pr ocess is a crochet pattern branded as Mayfair Needle-Art Design. I recalled I already had...

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