Antique Crochet

The title of this book is Royal Society Crochet Lessons No. 10. The original cover price of the book was 10 cents. The book is dated 1917. It was published by the H.E. Verran Company, Inc, of New York. This is actually an advertising booklet, as the original purpose of the publication was to advertise Royal Society crochet cotton yarn, embroidery package outfits, embroidery thread, and pattern books. There are a number of ads for these products in the back of the book; additionally, the instructions call for Royal Society yarns in making up the items. However, any crochet cotton will do as long as you get the right size. (Sizes to use are specified in the instructions.)Some of the projects & patterns in the book include:

• Boudoir Cap

• Slippers

• Edgings

• 2 Aprons (the collectible kind!)

• Card Basket (if you are into antique calling cards, this item will be of interest to you!)

• Candle Shade plus candle screen

• Lamp shade plus pagoda shade (could be a lamp shade or a candle shade.)

• Yokes- 2 yoke patterns

• 4 Scarf & Cushion Sets

• Baby set with afghan & cap/bonnet

• Collar Box

• Work Bag

• Purse / Bag

• Handbag

• Powder Paddle

• Phone Decoration

• Skating Scarf

• Skating Cap

• Doll

• Rabbit Toy

• Vanity Items-
  • Mirror Cover,
  • Comb,
  • Brush,
  • Hair Receiver (this was back when they were interested in human hair for crafts purposes- ever seen old books and articles on Victorian hairwork?) A hair receiver seems like an obsolete item in today's world, but the pattern for it is historically interesting.

• Pin Cushion

• Large Dress Hanger

• Small Dress Hanger

Where To Buy This Antique Crochet Book:

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