Antique Crochet

Edited to add: This auction ended. One of today's best finds: an antiquarian needlework book that looks like it is from the Victorian era. It is called Ladies' Fancy Work: A Manual of Instruction In Artistic Needlework, Embroidery, Painting, Home Decoration, Etc. "Profusely illustrated", according to the title page. I've never owned this particular book, but the seller has included lots of interesting photos in the auction description, and it looks like a great find. One of the things that caught my eye was the photo showing the "Strawberry lace in crochet". It's quite pretty! Looks like the book contains lots of other great projects too. As of right now, there are only 2 bids on the auction and the going price is $12.50. To me it seems underpriced at this point. You never know where the bidding will end up, though. The auction ends a little later today, so if you are interested in the book make sure to get your bid in quickly. Good luck to you if you decide to bid!