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Flower Emblems, Or, the Seasons of Life
Selections in Prose and Verse From Various Authors€ 32,95 -
Flower Emblems, Or, the Seasons of Life
Selections in Prose and Verse From Various Authors€ 17,95 -
Over 120 Crochet Flowers and Blocks
Fabulous Motifs and FlowersThese 120 flower patterns and blocks can be used as for countless crochet projects, such as decorating blankets and cushions.
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The Pipe Smoker's Companion
Poetry and Prose in Praise of the Pipe€ 9,95 -
A Model Boat Builder's Guide to Rigging - A Collection of Historical Articles on the Construction of Model Ship Rigging
This book is a collection of vintage articles on model boat building, with information on tools and equipment, instructions for fitting engines, tips for sailing and racing, and more. Detailed and profusely illustrated, this volume is recommended for the serious model boat enthusiast and is not to be missed by collectors of vintage literature of this ilk. Contents include: "Building Yourself a Model Yacht", "How to Make Clipper Ship Models - A Practical Manual Dealing with Every Aspect of Clipper Ship Modelling from the simplest Waterline Types to Fine Scale Models Fit for Exhibition Purposes", "Model Boat Building", "Model Boat Construction", Ship Models Illustrated", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on model building.
€ 30,50 -
A Collection of Patterns for Knitting Children's and Babies Garments
Knitting enthusiasts and historians will find a wealth of cute patterns for babies' clothes in this illustrated guide. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
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Selected Articles on Materials Used to Make Hats - A Milliner's Guide
Any milliner will know how important selecting material is when it comes to making hats. This will enable you to select the perfect material for the hat you're making. Whether it be stiffened materials for the foundations of caps, turbans and coiffures or the lace, tulle or crape for the drapery of a cap. There is an abundance on information on all aspects of materials for hat-making including basic workshop staples, notes on working with different types of fabric and selecting colours.
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How to Make Berets - A Milliner's Guide to Sewing French Hats
Beret-like headwear has been worn across Europe since pre-Roman times. Mass production began in 19th century France, Spain and Italy, countries with which it remains associated.This classic work contains all of the information you will require to make and finish a beret of your own.Contents include: "How to Make a Felt Beret", "The Beret", "Beret", "Materials", "Measurements Required", "The Beret in Strip Felt", "The Beret from a Beret Hood", "A Velvet Beret", and "The Straw Beret". Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly rare and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on millinery.
€ 17,80 -
A Selection of Articles on Making Hats from Straw - A Milliner's Guide
This vintage book contains a collection of classic articles about making hats out of straw. These articles have been carefully selected for modern readers with an interest in millinery and would make for fantastic additions to collections of allied literature. Contents include: "Method for Lining Straw Bonnets - Mary J. Howell", "Straw Hats, Including Braids, Pedal and Hoods - Ethel Langridge", "Straw Hats - Anon", "Straw Hoods - Eva Ratchert", "Straws - Dora Shackell", "To Make a Straw Sailor from a Capeline - Dora Shakell", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly rare and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on millinery.
€ 28,70 -
Making Hats out of Felt - Selected Articles on Millinery
Hat making-or Millinery-has seen a revival in recent years, with people realising just how cost-effective, enjoyable, and rewarding the endeavour can be. This classic guide provides all the information a novice needs to know about the process, complete with information on tools and equipment, materials, technique, and many other related aspects. Contents include: "Millinery", "Felt", "Nature of Felt", "Fur Felt", "Wool Felt", "The Conversion of Hood into Hat", "The Blocked Felt Hat (Hoods)", "The Blocked Felt Hat", "The Sailor Hat in Felt", "Felts", "To Make a Felt Cloche", "To Make a Felt Fez", "To Make a Felt Beret", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly rare and expensive. We are republishing this vintage book now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on millinery.
€ 32,40 -
How to Make Baby Clothes
This is a classic guide to making a variety of different types of clothing for babies and young children. With simple, step-by-step instructions and helpful tables and diagrams, this volume is perfect for anyone looking to save some money by making their own children's clothing. Contents include: "A Layette for Baby", "Infant's Knitted Vest", "Baby Jacket, First Size", "Barracoats", "Petticoat", "Nightgown", "Daygown", "Matinee Coat", "Pilch", "Infant's Mittens with Thumbs", "The Shawl", etc. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially-commissioned new introduction on dressmaking and tailoring.
€ 17,40 -
A Guide to Repairing Books - A Selection of Classic Articles on the Methods and Equipment Used When Repairing Books
This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience. Carefully selecting the best articles from our collection we have compiled a series of historical and informative publications on the subject of bookbinding. The titles in this range include "A History of English Bookbinding" "Account Book Binding" "A Bookbinder's Guide to Sewing" and many more. Each publication has been professionally curated and includes all details on the original source material. This particular instalment, "A Guide to Repairing Books" contains information on the methods and equipment used when repairing books. It is intended to illustrate aspects of book repair and serves as a guide for anyone wishing to obtain a general knowledge of the subject and understand the field in its historical context. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.
€ 17,40