15 pages. This fantastic book will be a treat for anyone who is planning a wedding, a formal dinner or just wants to decorate the dinner table with flair. It contains instructions in the proper art of Napkin Folding. There are 11 different examples, some you may have heard of:
Banded Scroll Lily Leaf Claredon Mitre Cardinal's Hat Pocket Double Pocket Scroll Fan Screen Hood
15 Pages. A wonderful Victorian era knitting book that is loaded with all sorts of projects. With 39 garments to choose from, this book presents a feast of imaginative and useful garments for Ladies, Gents and children. A sampling of the projects include mittens, shawls, gloves, hoods, socks, slippers, vests and much more. This is an amazing book with timeless designs.
15 Pages. This edition is the first in a series of three on the topic of Patchwork. This is a fantastic resource for anyone who loves to make or study the historical uses for patchwork. There are several methods described, including:
Crazy Patchwork Diamond Patchwork
Ribbon Patchwork Kaleidoscope Patchwork
Mosaic Patchwork Octagon Patchwork
Embroidered Kaleidoscope Patchwork
Also included are instructions in many lovely embroidery stitches to be used to add a finishing touch to your patchwork. A fabulous resource book!
15 Pages. Practical lessons in Macrame lace, with beautiful illustrations and instructions to make the lovely knot work designs. This book is the first edition on the subject of Macrame lace and it provides an excellent foundation to learn this art. This intricate knot work was used for decorative ornamental fringes and borders, it is a very different and finer version of the Macrame that was so popular in the 1960's and 1970's. The thread was finer and the knots much smaller than modern Macrame. This is truly a forgotten art form!
15 Pages. A fabulous second edtion on the subject of Macrame Lace that picks up where the first book left off. It is loaded with 21 very elaborate projects for decorative points and insertions. If you are looking for basic beginner instructions, it would be best to also purchase Weldon's 2D #7. This book is a continuation from the earlier book.
15 Pages. This collection of Victorian era crochet items is truly amazing! A gold mine of 47 really useful items that are as beautiful as they are creative. For garments, there are hats, gloves, shawls, petticoat, a tippet and muff, bonnets, bibs, boots, a gent's smoking cap, knitting bag and a work basket. There are also afghans, pincushion covers, edgings and crochet lace squares. A wonderful book!
16 Pages. Stockings are great fun to make, they are quick to finish and make great take along projects. This magazine gives instructions for making just about every variation of sock you can think of. There instructions for many types of heel and toe variation, sizing for adults and children and many methods for commencing a stocking. There are also instructions for refooting a worn stocking.
15 Pages. This amazing book, the third of the stocking knitter series contains an excellent assortment of 21 Victorian era hand knitted socks and stockings for the entire family. There are many techniques used, included cables, fancy ribbing and even a beautiful Gent's stocking in diamond pattern Fair Isle. Be sure to look for the other books from this series, they contain a wealth of techniques and styles!
15 Pages. This Edwardian era book is loaded with designs and various cross stitch techniques. There are borders for towels with images such as cats, chickens and peacocks. There are also handsome geometric patterns to be use in adorning tea cloths or pillows. This is a book of ideas, not necessarily whole projects - there are tons of pictures of patterns and occasionaly drawings of them worked into other items.
15 Pages. This edition is the third series of lovely macrame doilies, mats, cushions, a work bag, a toilet table box, several tidies and other assorted novelties. It is a continuation of the two earlier books, providing instructions for all of the finished projects shown. If you are looking for knotting techniques, be sure to check out Weldon's #'s 7 & 8, which provide instruction in the various knotting techinques. A fabulous collection of Victorian era useful macrame novelties!
15 Pages. Contained in this book are 46 Victorian era crocheted edgings and insertions that are like no other. With beautiful shapes and a regal appeal these designs suitable to trim a wide variety of projects. There are delicate edgings for linens as well as heavier edgings for furniture or quilts. There is so much in this book that you will be certain to find the perfect finish for your creation.
15 Pages. Contained in this book are 54 useful and practical Victorian era knitted edgings. These elegant knitted trims are suitable for a wide variety of projects - from trimming infant's garments to a wide handsome border for a mantel. There is so much in this book that you will be certain to find the perfect finish for your creation.
15 Pages. This is a very unique collection of designs for Victorian era purses, bags, sachets and puncushions - including a "Ridicule" bag design from 1830 to 1835. The book contains written instructions to makes the bags, wood cut engravings showing pattern charts and shapes to make the bags. This is a great book combining hand sewing and embroidery to make these delicate works of art.
15 Pages. This is a rare, single edition of Weldon's on the topic of Bead work. There is a brief section of the book devoted to the basics of beading, but the majority of the book is a pattern book to make many lovely Victorian era decorations. The patterns include Smocking with Beads, Beaded Netting, Fringes, Collars & Cuffs, a Beaded Osprey, a Transparent Leaf for use in millinery, a Wing for a Hat or a Bonnet, a Tassel, a Beaded button and much more. A lovely book!
15 Pages. Victorian era Macrame Lace was a stunning art form that that almost disappeared in the century since it was so popular. Macrame lace had its ancient origins in the Middle East, and later was adopted as a pastime of Victorian crafters. This if the fourth book in a series of five and it contains instructions for a banner screen, a brush and comb bag, a fan wall pocket, a nightdress case, a pincushion trinket box, a square for a cushion, a tea cosy, toilet tidy and a three-sided work bag. For instruction in the knots used in Macrame Lace, please see Weldon's #'s 7 and 8. This book is a project book only, containing wonderful examples of Victorian era knot work.
15 Pages. This book is a goldmine of Victorian era crochet patterns. - with 31 different projects, you will not be bored! Here are the projects you will find here: Two Antimacassars Baby's boot, rattle and jacket Child's Muff, Boa, First Drawers, Petticoat & Frock Delicate crocheted Lace Edgings Jersey Jacket Gent's Gloves Ladies Petticoat, Money Bag, Opera Hood, Two Lovely Shawls and a Pelerine Lovely Quilt Square in Triplex Pattern.
15 Pages. Smocking is an ancient needle art that was originally favored among the peasantry as a means of adding shape to oversized garments to make it easier to work. In later years, the designs became a much more elaborate and decorative means of garment decoration. This edition is the third of a series of three on this subject and it includes instructions to make smocked Victorian era garments. It provides beautiful designs for smocked sleeves, bodices, waists and bonnets. This books is an advanced study in smocking, for the beginner, it is recommend that you first read Weldon's 2D #19, which provides the basics of this lovely work.
15 Pages. Beautiful Mountmellick embroidery takes its name from a convent in Mountmellick, Ireland and is a technique that has its roots exclusively in the lovely Irish countryside. This edition is essential to learning this art, for it contains instruction in all of the important stitches used to form the designs for the flowers and leafs. There is only one finished project in this book, it is a lovely floral nightdress case that is shown on the cover. This is an excellent book, and an essential tool to make Mountmellick Embroidery.
15 Pages. This is the second in a series of eight editions on the topic of Mountmellick embroidery. This lovely embroidery is a native of Ireland and gains its name from Mountmellick convent. This embroidery is known for lovely raised flowers and leaves. This edition contains instruction to make a brush & comb bag, a toilet mat, a small mat and instructions to make twelve different flowers used in the design. Examples of the flowrs include roses, lilies, forget-me-nots and pansies. Please note - it is recommended that you also purchase Weldon's #45, the first edition in the series because this book references it often.
15 Pages. This is a very lovely collection of Victorian Era crocheted accessories for Ladies, Children and even lovely garments for dolls. Some of the items included are a petticoat and Pilch for an infant. For a little girl there is a petticoat, vest and lovely frock. For Ladies, there is a shoulder cape, chemise trimmings and two pelerines. Other items include a gent's fingerless glove, a doll's walking costume, a square for a quilt, two doilies and a quilt for a cot. Loads of great crochet projects!
15 Pages. Drawn Thread work is a fine, delicate art of decoration that could possibly be centuries old. This little book is loaded with diagrams and techniques to make this stunning work. Contents include a border in Point de Reprise, several different stitches and insertions, faggoting using a punto tirato knot, point d' esprit, point tire, rosette border, trellis insertion and much much more. A great way to continue the tradition of this lovely work!
15 Pages. This book is the second series on the topic of Drawn Thread Embroidery. This is beautiful work, an art form unto itself. There are loads of different projects here and 21 lovely designs in the ancient technique. There are corners and borders for serviettes, tea cloth, tray cloth and handkerchiefs. This is quite a beautiful technique that is rarely done today - and it is so reminiscent of the wonderful era when it was last popular.
15 Pages. This Victorian era book is the third and final book in the Practical Drawn Thread embrodiery series. It contains an advanced study into the beautiful art of Drawn thread work. There is instruction in techniques, such as fancy lattice work, knotted piques and key pattern insertions. There are also whole projects with beautiful designs, such as a beautiful doily and a nightdress case. The work in this book is more advanced than the previous two, and it is recommended that a needleworker look at Weldon's 2D #'s 52 and 53 for a more detailed study of the stitches.
15 Pages. The name Ivory Embroidery has been given to this, a very beautiful and effective variety of embroidery upon canvas. One of the advantages of this form of needlepoint is that it requires far less care in counting the threads than does the other varieties of this work. This work is called Ivory Embroidery because it is almost exclusively worked in white thread. Silk is preferred over cotton because of the sheen and luster that it provides. There is extensive instruction here - in addition to the dozens of background patterns and border designs, this book also includes instructions to make a nightdress case, a corner for a tea cloth and a chair back. A lovely craft that is simple to make, even for a novice embroideress!
15 Pages. A very lovely collection of stitch patterns and edgings for the construction of knitted quilts. There are hexagon shapes, wicker pattern, cross pattern, Vandyke knitting, raised snowdrop pattern and so much more. These lovely pre-WWI era coverlets are beautiful to look at and would be so warm to snuggle under on a cold winter night! A lovely and functional way to use up your small bits of yarn!
15 Pages. Canvas Embroidery is a simple form of needlepoint that is useful adding a decorative touch to corners, borders, insertions and a monogram. This detailed book provides instructions for over 40 different stitches and geometric patterns. Whether you are making something as simple as a bookmark or as elaborate as a seat cushion - this Victorian era book is a wonderful tool to use in achieving lovely results.
15 Pages. This edition is the lovely last book in a series of three on the topic of Patchwork. A seamstress will not be without inspiration, because this is an edition that is loaded with lovely projects and ideas. Patterns include pincushions, sachets, work bags, tea cosies, table cloths, a lovely cushion in crazy patchwork, and a circular design for the centre of a quilt. There are many pattern designs showing the template shapes, including a fabulous octagon called the Alhambra star. An excellent patchwork quilting resource!
15 Pages. This fantastic book is loaded with working instructions for 35 different fancy embroidery stitches. These stitches are perfect for use when embroidering linens. There are full written instructions as well as illustrations for every stitch. Whether you fancy a simple project such as a handkerchief, or an edging for a dinnr cloth or larger projects such as finishing a quilt or decorating a garment - there is something here for you!
15 Pages. Mountmellick Embroidery is a stunning technique that has its origins in the Mountmellick convent in Ireland. It is a unique blend of flowers, leaves and borders that are so beautifully arranged. This is the fourth book of the series, the first three are Weldon's Nos. 45, 47and 50. In this book are beautiful dahlias, many various leaves, pomegranates, maidenhair fern, wild roses, blackberries, poppies and marguerites. The finished projects include a tray cloth, a nightdress sachet and a toilet cover.
15 Pages. Victorian era Macrame Lace was a stunning art form that that almost disappeared in the century since it was so popular. Macrame lace had its ancient origins in the Middle East, and later was adopted as a pastime of Victorian crafters. This if the fifth book in a series of five and it contains instructions for several large borders, four beautiful girdles or sash belts, a lovely work bag and a two color square that is shown on the cover. A wonderful book!
15 Pages. This edition of the Weldon's Practical Needlework series contains an excellent assortment of Victorian era crochet patterns for a wide range of purposes. In addition to the items shown on the cover, there are also crochet patterns for a beehive pattern jacket, a muff and boa combo, lace trimming for a chemise, an antimacassar worked with macrame twine, a chair back, a passementerie dress trimming, a mantlette for a lady, a fascinator, instruction in patchwork crochet for an afghan, a tea cosy and several other unique items.
15 pages. This Victorian era books contains a lovely assortment of Ecclesiastical projects and embroidery techniques. The projects include items such as Alms bag, Altar frontal, Bookmarkers, a lovely Cross design for a Chalice Veil, various Emblem designs and a pulpit hanging. There are also a number of embroidery techniques described, such as gold work, bullion stich and verious methods of couching.
15 Pages. In this edition of the Weldon's Practical Needlework series, you will find a very rare and decorative crochet technique using colorful threads and molds. These circular, heart-shaped and oval molds were fashioned of bone in Victorian times, but they are readily available today in plastic from any craft or department store. The purpose for this lovely technique is to fashion mats, doilies, edgings & borders for decoration of furniture, mantles, valances and perhaps even lamp shades. The designs are wonderful and colorful examples of Victorian craftsmanship.
15 Pages. The home of this work originated with the peasants of Hungary in the area southeast of the Danube river. There are detailed instructions provided on how of work the stitches, including the colors preferred to maintain the ethnic designs of the region. This is a wonderful study for any who love embroidery - finished projects include a book cover, a border for a bedspread, center for a bedspread, a chair back, a corner for a tea cloth, a fancy mat and a spray for a bedspread.
15 Pages. This is an extremely lovely embroidery technique has its roots in Ireland. In this book there are instructions and designs to make twenty-two variations of whimsical leaves. In addition to this, there is instruction in turret buttonholing, a border design of flowers and a comb bag in a butterfly shape. Very lovely work!
15 Pages. The home of this work originated with the peasants of Bulgaria as a form of decoration for their linens and garments. It is a simple technique to work, of basic shapes, embroidered in pleasing colors and placement. Included in this book are well diagrammed instructions to make the stitches, recommendations for colors and instuctions to make several projects. The projects include a bedspread, a coffee pot cosy, a table slip, nightdress sachet, pillow sham, sideboard cloth, tea pot cosy plus much more. A very informative book!
15 Pages. This book is the first of a series of three on Basic Hand-Sewing Techniques, or as this books is titled, Plain Needlework. Each technique is wonderfully illustrated with a full description of each step from start to end. Included are instructions for Hemming (including a false hem), a French Double Seam, Fine Drawing, Stitching a Wristband, Buttonholes, Smocking, Old German Seams, Measuring Tucks, Tucking, Square Gussets, Triangular Gussets, Piping and Gathering. An excellent Victorian Era resource!
15 Pages. Mountmellick Embroidery is a stunning technique that has its origins in the Mountmellick convent in Ireland. It is a unique blend of flowers, leaves and borders that are so beautifully arranged. This is the seventh book of the series, the first six are Weldon's Nos. 45, 47, 50, 69, 79 and 90. In this edition are three new leaf designs, including a fern and a leaf in thorn stitch. There are also many finished projects, including a comb bag with a cat-o-nine tails, a pillow sham with butterflies and blackberries, squares for quilts with anemones and lilies, a tray cloth with fuchsias, and a mat with a vine and leaves. Beautiful, whimsical designs.
15 Pages. Back in the day when all of the best tailors and seamstresses still worked by hand, these techniques were passed from mother to daughter and master to apprentice. The sewing machine was a new creation and generally only worked in a straight line. This book is a fine tool to learn the techniques of whipping, patching, marking, binding, pleating and sewing on hooks, eyes, buttons and tapes. There is detail instruction in these techniques as well as forty-four beautiful illustrations. This is the Second book in a three book series, the other two are Weldon's #98 and 106.
15 Pages. This wonderful book, the only one of its kind ever published by Weldon's in the Practical Needlework series is a study in various techniques for Monogram embroidery. Provided are illustrations for two entire cross stitch alphabets, as well as a complete alphabet for an old English script. The majority of this book, however is devoted to a huge variety of monogram techniques and decorative touches to add flair and personalization to the scripts.
15 Pages. This book, the third and final book in the Practical Plain Needlework books from the Weldon's series is an advanced study in the fine tailoring techniques from the Victorian era. Instuctions shown in this book include patchwork, quilting, honeycombing, seaming, sewing on lace, sewing on bands and edgings, turret buttonholing, scalloping, blanket stitching, sewing on braiding and fringes. This is fine finish work and techniques, as well as a goldmine of ideas for the modern needleworker. This is the third and last book in a three book series, the other two are Weldon's #'s 98 and 103.
15 Pages. This edition contains a delightful assortment of twenty-three unique Victorian era decorative pincushions. The designs are so imaginative and include such items as a doll, a rooster, a multi pointed star, a heart and a fan. Other designs are a hassock, a witch's hat, a beautiful rose, a delicate bridal pincushion and several other lovely designs. The book shows the patterns as written insruction and also includes a pattern-key page with the forms of all the designs for easy tracing. This is a fine collection filled with ideas for that perfect gift for a seamstress.
15 pages. This book is the essential first book in a series of three fantastic titles on the topic of Point Lace. This first series provides detailed instruction in making all the necessary foundation stitches for this lovely lace. Some of the stitches shown are Sorrento Bars, Branching Bars, Van Dyke Stitch, Open and closed Italian stitch, Point de Venise and over two dozen others! Also includes are instructions to make finished lace. A "Must Have" book for needle lace workers!
15 pages. Ribbon Plaiting is a lovely and imaginative technique that is rarely seen today. By using a mixture of sewing and weaving techniques, the colorful ribbons are woven together to create very lovely fabrics and novelties. The finished projects are of many skill levels, so one should not be hesitant to attempt this lovely work. The patterns begin with simple basket weave designs and continue on to more complex designs such as Houndstooths and Tartans. Finished projects include an opera bag, bookmark, book cover, napkin ring, quilt square and a few other creative designs. Very lovely work!
15 pages. Similar to Vol. 64, this is a collection of stunning kntted designs for the construction of warm and cozy quilts. This edition has various shapes such as hexagons and diamonds, and when sewn together form a lovely warm knitted quilt. There are loop patterns, cable patterns, tufted patterns and striped - what a great way to blend two crafts, and use up your leftover yarns at the same time!
15 Pages. This edition contains a fabulous assortment of Victorian era crochet patterns. These lovely and imaginative designs include: A Baby's Cape and Bib for an Infant A Child's Frock, Lovely Doilies A Dutch Bonnet and a Gordon Fringe Hungarian Border, Infant's Boot, Jersey for a Child and Petticoat for a Child Scalloped Lace, Shawl in Stem Stitch Shawl in Motcomb Pattern, Toilet Tidy Wool Antimacassar and Yak Lace Border
15 pages. This book is a continuation from Weldon's 2D #115, and it provides a a more detailed study in lovely Point Lace work. In addition to the dozen or so stitch patterns, included here is also instructions for several finished lace projects. Included is a design for a Handkerchief Sachet, a gorgeous border for a tray cloth, a cake doily, a square collar, a pincushion top, bodice trimming and point lace applique. A wealth on information for lace lovers!
15 Pages. This is a fantastic knitting edition of lovely purses and other comfort items suitable for gifts. Included in this edition are: Several lovely purses A Bath Sponge, a Sponge Net, and a Toilet Tidy A Foot Warmer, Boudoir Bottle Covers A Beaded Penwiper and two Pincushions A cover for a Lead Door Stop A Sequin Belt and a Fascinator plus much more!
15 Pages. This is the sixth book in a series of eleven on Victorian era stocking knitting. It contains a fabulous assortment of golf, shooting and cycling hoisery for men and boys. The designs are fabulous - there are eight unique stocking designs and eight patterns for different stocking tops. A fabulous book that is filled with gorgeous styles!
15 Pages. A beautiful collection of fourteen patterns for crocheted doilies. Some of the designs are a lace edging around a fine linen center and the remaining few styles are crocheted from center to edge. The designs include stars, flowers, scallops and other delicate shape. Hand made lace doilies of this kind were plentiful a century ago, and their delicate shapes are as varied as there are patterns in snowflakes - every one more beautiful than the last!
15 Pages. According to tradition, the first lace-maker was instructed in the art by an angel, in answer to a fair maiden's tears. This lovely, and delicate work is certainly ethereal - but as legends go, I think perhaps Pillow Lace is the creation of Weavers. This is a fabulous book to learn this lovely obscure art - there are 39 excellent illustrations which show everything from winding of bobbins to finished designs. This is a very rare edition of the Weldon's series!
15 Pages. This Crochet edition from Weldon's contains many ideas and creations for lovely projects such as a Shawl in Moss Stitch, a Child's Bib, the Salisbury D'Oyley, a Cake D'oyley, a Bedspread in a tighly crocheted herringbone pattern, a Lacey Bedspread made from medallions, and a D'Oyley of hairpin crochet. There are many patterns for lovely edgings that are like nothing you would see today.
15 Pages. One of the lovliest forms of crochet work is the delicate crocheted edgings and corners used for table linens and table cloths. This edition of Weldon's contains seven lovely laces and a bonus pattern of a child's gaiter. Laces include Flemish Net and Spot laces seen on the cover, as well as a Greek Key border, Italian Point Lace, Osprey Lace with corner, Osnaburg lace, Tautonic insertion and a Wide Star lace with corner. Lovely work!
15 Pages. A fabulous knitting book from the late Victorian era that contains beautiful knits for men. Included in this edition are patterns for three unique stocking styles, as well as eight decorative stocking tops. In addtion to this are patterns for a cardigan jacket and a yachting jersey that are not pictured, two excellent balaclava caps and a great brewer's cap. A great book!
15 Pages. The early Weldon's series of books contained some of the best sock early patterns that you will find anywhere. This edition contains several lovely designs such as the Gentleman's Plain Sock, Gentleman's Fancy Sock, Gentleman's Ribbed Sock, Gentleman's Summer Sock, Infant's Boot, Boy's Knickerbocker Sock, Gentleman's long Winter Stocking, Ladies long Ribbed Stocking, Child's Sock and much more. A goldmine!
15 Pages. Irish Crochet is not only a lovely lace work, it is also wearable art. Lovely designs created with a small crochet hook and fine cotton. The results are breathtaking! This edition of Weldon's contains patterns for an Irish Crochet Collar, Edgings, Handkerchief Sachet, Irish Lace, Irish Point Lace, and much more.
15 pages. The beautiful technique of ribbon embroidery is a very ancient one, going back more than 300 years to the Georgian period. Using colorful ribbons as narrow as 1/8th of an inch as a thread, the needlework can create beautiful life-like florals designs and even butterflies. Finished projects in this edition include a basket in wide and narrow ribbons, butterfly design, daisies with gathered centres, a fan design, fuschia spray, a poppy cushion, roses in gathered ribbon, violets, wisteria and much more. A rare and lovely technique!
15 Pages. This fascinating book is the third and final edition on the topic of Point Lace. Consisting mainly of finished laces and lace diagrams, there is also instruction for a few stitches - including Point d'Alencon and a variation in Point de Venise. Point lace is created using various styles of pre-made braids or bindings, which are placed in a lace pattern and joined using delicat stitch designs to give the open spaces texture and durability. The lace designs in this edition include a center for a table cloth, collars, handkerchiefs, doilies and various other beautiful ideas. The first two editions of this series, Weldon's #115 and #129 are also available, and this edition is a fantanstic completion to this series.
16 Pages. A wonderful edition from Weldon's on the lovely lacemaking art of Irish Crochet. In this edition there are instructions for Irish Crochet Collars, Collars in Irish Point, Irish Point Lace, Insertions and much more. Not for the uninitiated - but certainly one of the most beautiful forms of crocheted lace work!
15 Pages. Another of the fabulous early editions of the Weldon's Irish Crochet books from the Weldon's Needlwork Series. This edition contains patterns for lovely lacey collars and cravats, edgings, and wide laces. This work is intricate and beautiful, using fince crochet thread and a very small crochet hook. While is is not recommended for beginners, it is certainly an art form worth aspiring to!
