From a child’s petticoat to drawers for ladies and gentleman, we discovered the perfect sampling of knitted and crocheted Victorian undergarments.
Loene McIntyre became a collector of antique needlework tools in the 1980s, and she’s still going strong.
The sixth stop on our tour of needlework from the seven continents is Australia. Mary Polityka Bush introduces us to The Ladies of Missalongh.
Whip up a Fascinator from Weldon’s Practical Needlework for a special head covering, or make it larger, and wear it around your neck or shoulders.
The name “Cloud” from Weldon’s Practical Crochet, Third Series (in Weldon’s Practical Needlework, Volume 1) gives no hint as to what shape or form this pattern named for vapor takes.
The “Eis Wool Shawl” from Weldon’s Practical Crochet, Third Series (in Weldon’s Practical Needlework, Volume 1) lacks an illustration.
The Polar explorers wore sweaters or jerseys that can be seen in the photographs that were taken on board ship or in the huts.
We offer up another mystery project to engage your hooks. What does this shawl look like?
Crochet caps are chic no matter what the era. The Bicycle Cap pattern from Weldon's Volume 1 is a mystery to us. Help shed some light on what this crocheted cap sans illustration looks like.
The “Petticoat for Child of Two” from Weldon’s Practical Crochet, Third Series (in Weldon’s Practical Needlework, Volume 1) would make a perfect gift for the upcoming holidays or a birthday.