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A Bobbin-Lace Veil

It took Shirley K. Egan eight years (1996–2004) to complete a bobbin-lace veil for her daughter’s wedding.

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Punchinello Caps for Knitting Needles to Knit

Cast on Ann Budd’s adaptation of “Punchinello Caps for Knitting Needles” from Weldon’s Practical Needlework, Volume 11.

Irish Crochet Buttons to Make

For the 11th-annual Lace Issue of PieceWork, May/June 2018, Pat Olski shares her adaptation of two timeless Irish crochet buttons to make.

The Not-So-Weird Victorian Knitting Books

Ah, knitting books . . . being an avid knitter and book lover, I have quite a few. Victorian knitters could relate—I am sure.

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Twelve Months of Charming Ornaments

Celebrate the year with this group of projects to knit, crochet, tat, and stitch!

Sewn in America: The Meanings Conveyed in What We Sew

In the third of a three-part series, the author looks at the various meanings behind items created over time—part of an upcoming exhibition at the DAR Museum in Washington, DC.

From Scary to Snuggly: The History of the Teddy Bear

The soft, round faces and plush little bellies bring joy to even the hardest heart. It is crazy to imagine that the story of the Teddy bear actually begins at a horrific, bloody scene on the hunting grounds of Mississippi in the year 1902.

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Heart of Hearts

Looking for a special gift for your sweetheart?

The Joy of Color in 2024!

Take a peek at past projects that honor this year’s Pantone color, Peach Fuzz!