{"title":"Vintage Sewing \u0026 Craft Books","description":"\u003cp\u003eOld sewing and craft books, the kind with real diagrams and patterns printed inside. Singer sewing guides, Better Homes \u0026amp; Gardens binders, and craft books from the 1930s through the 1980s.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese are the books people actually used. You'll find pencil notes in the margins and pattern pieces still tucked between the pages. 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Inside you get Homemade Quick Breads with a color photo of poori, The Better Way special report, and period ads for PAM, Ore-Ida, Listerol, Downy, a Maytag Automatic Museum contest, and Pampers on the back cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Monthly magazine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good Housekeeping, February 1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Various contributors. Cover story by Mary Tyler Moore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not confirmed from photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Hearst Corporation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 1974\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition and Printing:\u003c\/strong\u003e February 1974 issue, Vol. 178 No. 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat and Binding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Magazine, soft cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDust Jacket:\u003c\/strong\u003e None, magazine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete, with no ripped or loose pages, per the listing. 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Sold as pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1969 Singer Sewing Book is a First Edition, Ninth Printing with over 1,500 illustrations under a heavily worn jacket, and it suits a home sewist’s studio shelf. 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This Better Homes \u0026amp; Gardens reference comes in a tabbed 5-ring binder and covers everything from patterns and fitting to finishing, tailoring, and special fabrics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4649\" data-end=\"4664\"\u003eQuick Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4665\" data-end=\"5089\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"4667\" data-end=\"4677\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"4678\" data-end=\"4716\"\u003eBetter Homes and Gardens Sewing Book\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4716\" data-end=\"4719\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"4721\" data-end=\"4735\"\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Better Homes and Gardens Books (Meredith Corporation)\u003cbr data-start=\"4789\" data-end=\"4792\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"4794\" data-end=\"4806\"\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Second Edition, Second Printing\u003cbr data-start=\"4838\" data-end=\"4841\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"4843\" data-end=\"4857\"\u003eCopyright:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1961, 1970\u003cbr data-start=\"4868\" data-end=\"4871\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"4873\" data-end=\"4883\"\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sewing \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-how-to-book-collection\" title=\"Reference\"\u003eReference\u003c\/a\u003e, Dressmaking \u0026amp; Tailoring Manual\u003cbr data-start=\"4932\" data-end=\"4935\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"4937\" data-end=\"4948\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-ring binder\u003cbr data-start=\"4962\" data-end=\"4965\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"4967\" data-end=\"4977\"\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 360\u003cbr data-start=\"4981\" data-end=\"4984\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"4986\" data-end=\"4995\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 x 8 x 2 inches\u003cbr data-start=\"5013\" data-end=\"5016\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"5018\" data-end=\"5031\"\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003cbr data-start=\"5039\" data-end=\"5042\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"5044\" data-end=\"5052\"\u003eSBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 696-00200-0\u003cbr data-start=\"5064\" data-end=\"5067\"\u003e∙ \u003cstrong data-start=\"5069\" data-end=\"5078\"\u003eLCCN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 73-11290\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"5091\" data-end=\"5118\"\u003eWhat You’ll Find Inside\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5119\" data-end=\"5464\"\u003e∙ Pattern basics + fitting\/alterations guidance\u003cbr data-start=\"5166\" data-end=\"5169\"\u003e∙ Garment construction steps (cutting, assembling, linings\/interfacings)\u003cbr data-start=\"5241\" data-end=\"5244\"\u003e∙ Professional finishing techniques\u003cbr data-start=\"5279\" data-end=\"5282\"\u003e∙ Special fabrics (lace, knits, velvet, leather, and more)\u003cbr data-start=\"5340\" data-end=\"5343\"\u003e∙ Tailoring suits\/coats + dressy and everyday wear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"5480\" data-end=\"5510\"\u003eCondition Grade: Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5512\" data-end=\"5648\"\u003eNotes: Light shelf\/handling wear to binder cover\/edges. Rings appear clean and functional. Pages look clean and bright; tabs intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5650\" data-end=\"5693\"\u003eSee all photos for detail, sold as pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1970 Second Edition comes in the tabbed 5-ring binder with its tabs intact, and it suits a sewing room shelf. If it's the right copy for you, it's ready to come home.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reading Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48240935993599,"sku":"F3-T8-1","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/Better_Homes_Gardens_Sewing_Book.jpg?v=1772652428"},{"product_id":"flower-fabrications-1977-vintage-craft-book","title":"Flower Fabrications 1977: Hand-Made Fabric \u0026 Paper Flowers Vintage Craft Book","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1977 guide to creating 40 hand-fashioned flowers from fabric and paper by Jean Wilkinson, for anyone who loves vintage craft instruction, 1970s DIY, or wants to understand how people made their own decorative flowers before mass production took over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClear directions, full-color photographs of completed arrangements, and the sensibility of the 1970s when a homemade flower arrangement was both a practical project and a genuine craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-how-to-book-collection\" title=\"Vintage How To Books collection\"\u003eCraft instruction book\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flower Fabrications: Forty Hand Fashioned Flowers to Create Including Silk Tulips, Organdy Roses, Gingham Cornflowers and Crepe Paper Daisies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jean Wilkinson with Katharyn Duff\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Butterick Publishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1977\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition\/Printing:\u003c\/strong\u003e First edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover with dust jacket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDust Jacket:\u003c\/strong\u003e Present; cream with green border and color photo; minor staining visible on jacket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 206 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 full-color plates photographed by Ralph Leone and Bob Stoller; numerous black and white illustrations by Jan Walker; detailed instructions for 40 different flower types; patterns ready for tracing; suggestions for arranging and displaying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10\" H × 8\" W × 1\" D\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0884210618\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll 206 pages present and intact; binding solid and tight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eText fully legible throughout; no heavy writing or highlighting visible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor photographs vibrant and clear; instruction pages easy to follow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatterns and diagrams sharp and usable for tracing or reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust jacket shows minor staining consistent with age and storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePages have aged to a cream\/beige color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDJ edges show wear and fading from decades of display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSee all photos for detail. Sold as pictured.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1977 Butterick first edition has its dust jacket and patterns for 40 fabric and paper flowers, and it suits a vintage craft or sewing room shelf. If it's the right copy for you, it's ready to come home.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reading Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48634655047935,"sku":"G3 – T 6 –2871","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/Flower_Fabrications_1977.jpg?v=1780682740"},{"product_id":"singer-sewing-library-1930-pamphlet-set-nos-1-2-3","title":"Singer Sewing Library Nos. 1, 2 and 3 by Mary Brooks Picken 1930 Sewing Pamphlet Set with Case","description":"\u003cp\u003eSinger Sewing Library Nos. 1, 2 and 3 by Mary Brooks Picken is a 1930 set of three illustrated Singer Sewing Machine Company sewing pamphlets housed in a patterned orange library case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe three manuals cover home sewing shortcuts, dressmaking, and children's clothing, with step by step instruction, period photographs and illustrations, sewing machine techniques, garment construction, bindings, hems, fabrics, fitting, and other practical dressmaking information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-how-to-book-collection\" title=\"Set of three sewing instruction pamphlets with library case\"\u003eSet of three sewing instruction pamphlets with library case\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Singer Sewing Library Nos. 1, 2 and 3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mary Brooks Picken\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrator:\u003c\/strong\u003e not confirmed from photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Singer Sewing Machine Company, Inc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1930\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition and Printing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1930 issue. No. 1 is marked Rev. 9 30. Exact printing statements for Nos. 2 and 3 are not confirmed from photos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat and Binding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Illustrated paperbound pamphlets in patterned hard case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDust Jacket:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not issued as standard hardcover dust jackets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e No. 1, 48 pages. No. 2, 48 pages. No. 3, 64 pages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sewing, dressmaking, home economics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e None. These publications predate the ISBN system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each pamphlet approximately 8 1\/4 x 5 1\/2 inches. Case approximately 9 x 6 x 1\/2 inch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraded Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e The three pamphlets remain readable and usable with firmly attached pages and noticeable age related wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePages are clean overall, easy to read, and filled with period graphics, photographs, illustrations, and practical sewing instruction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo writing was found during the page by page review.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll three numbered pamphlets shown are present, with 160 pages combined.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe orange library case has substantial edge and corner wear and was repaired by a previous owner, including tape repair along the top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe case has an open worn area along one side and visible surface loss and abrasion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo. 3 has minor staining and soiling on the cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePage 29 has a tear. No other page problems were noticed during the seller's review.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis sale contains Nos. 1, 2 and 3. Smithsonian records describe the 1930 Singer Sewing Library boxed group as containing four pieces, so No. 4 is not included with this group.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNear Fine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Almost perfect. Very minor signs of age only.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows light use. Sound and attractive with minor flaws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGood:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complete and intact. Noticeable wear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFair:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shows significant wear. Readable or usable but clearly used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCollector's Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSinger produced this library as practical home sewing instruction during a period when making and altering clothing at home was an everyday skill.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Smithsonian catalogs the first three titles as 1930 publications from Singer Manufacturing Company, with 48 pages in Nos. 1 and 2 and 64 pages in No. 3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"photo verified condition.\"\u003ePhoto-verified condition\u003c\/a\u003e, no surprises\u003cbr\u003e2. Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e3. Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e4. 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Avoid damp areas and extreme temperature swings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/about-reading-vintage\" title=\"how Reading Vintage Sources and Grades Every Book\"\u003eHow Reading Vintage sources and grades every book\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reading Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49135211151615,"sku":"E3-T6-2586","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/Singer_Sewing_Library_Nos._1_2_and_3_with_slipcase.jpg?v=1788289013"},{"product_id":"many-things-make-1931-mcloughlin","title":"Many Things to Make No. 523, 1931 McLoughlin Bros. Craft Book by Louise D. Tessin","description":"\u003cp\u003eMany Things to Make, No. 523, is a 1931 children's craft and activity book designed by Louise D. Tessin and published by McLoughlin Bros. of Springfield, Massachusetts. This large-format paperback features colorful illustrations, cutting patterns, and instructions for making decorative projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe covers retain their strong orange, blue, yellow, and green colors, while the interior pages show age toning and minor pencil markings. The activities have not been colored, cut out, or completed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublished during the early Great Depression, activity books like this encouraged children to create toys, decorations, and useful objects from simple household materials. The uncut designs also preserve a charming record of the crafts children were encouraged to make at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBook Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Many Things to Make\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBook Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 523\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesigner:\u003c\/strong\u003e Louise D. Tessin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e McLoughlin Bros., Inc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1931\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Springfield, Massachusetts, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/souvenir-and-ephemera\" title=\" Large-format illustrated paperback activity book\"\u003e Large-format illustrated paperback activity book\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stapled paper binding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDust Jacket:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24 unnumbered pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Children's Activities, Arts and Crafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13 x 9 3\/4 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInside the Book\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe activities combine bold color illustrations with practical instructions for constructing decorative and useful objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProjects shown include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColorful parrots with instructions for painting or cutting out the bird designs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative wooden bookends with floral and butterfly patterns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFloral twine holders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA small wooden inkstand featuring a monkey design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative telephone note pads with illustrated figures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional coloring, cutting, pasting, and construction activities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pages feature bright printed designs alongside instructions for making each project. Several activities include patterns intended to be transferred onto cardboard or wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book's large pages and colorful illustrations make the original designs enjoyable to look through even without completing the projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition: Good Vintage Condition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraded Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e A vintage activity book with colorful original illustrations, intact construction patterns, and visible signs of age and handling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe front cover retains its bold orange and blue background with yellow lettering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe original cover illustration of two children and a dog remains colorful and clear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInterior illustrations retain strong orange, yellow, green, red, and blue colors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActivity designs have not been cut out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrinted illustrations have not been colored in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe illustrated project instructions remain readable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe large-format pages preserve the original printed craft patterns.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues and Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGeneral rubbing and handling wear on the covers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight creasing and wear along the cover edges and corners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge toning and yellowing throughout the interior pages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePencil writing on the front cover, possibly a former owner's name.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA handwritten 10-cent notation inside the front cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional pencil and blue pencil markings on interior pages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome printed designs show light pencil tracing or markings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall spots and discoloration on some pages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible wear and small separations along the interior center fold near the staples.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe paper shows the softness and age-related handling wear expected of an older activity booklet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese signs of age are part of the book's history, while the colorful printed designs remain the main attraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors of McLoughlin Bros. publications, early children's craft books, and illustrated paper ephemera, this 1931 booklet offers original uncut activity designs along with colorful period artwork. If it's the right copy for you, it's ready to come home.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Reading Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50652482273535,"sku":"E2-T3-3532","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/Large-format_illustrated_paperback_activity_book.jpg?v=1791916297"},{"product_id":"kirsch-guide-to-window-beauty-1961","title":"Kirsch Guide to Window Beauty 1961 Mid-Century Curtain Drapery Decorating Book Sturgis Michigan Retro Illustrations","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the Kirsch Guide to Window Beauty, a 1961 mid-century decorating guide from the Kirsch Company of Sturgis, Michigan, with 95 pages of window treatments, room ideas, and how-to instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cover shows writing, stains, and wear, and the back cover is faded, but the inside pages are bright and full of lovely color illustrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKirsch walks through every kind of window, from picture windows and corner windows to dormers and sliding glass doors, then every kind of house, from the ranch and split level to the Cape Cod and the apartment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are color charts, fabric facts, and step-by-step lessons for making curtains, draperies, and slipcovers, which makes it a treasure for anyone designing or restoring a mid-century home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage home decorating guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kirsch Guide to Window Beauty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kirsch Company\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not confirmed from photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kirsch Company, Sturgis, Michigan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1961\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEdition and Printing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not confirmed from photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat and Binding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Softcover, stapled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDust Jacket:\u003c\/strong\u003e None, as issued\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 95\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Interior design, home decorating, sewing how-to\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 in x 8 in x 1\/4 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraded Good:\u003c\/strong\u003e This guide is complete and readable, with cover wear and markings, and every flaw is named here.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe inside pages are bright, with crisp color illustrations of mid-century rooms and window styles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe table of contents runs from Ranch Windows and The Split Level House to How to Make Slipcovers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePages shown include Corner Windows, New Beauty for the Older Home, and Bedrooms, Private Domains.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe original 25 cent price is printed on the cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA previous owner's name is written in cursive on the front cover, along with other pen writing and doodles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe front cover has a stain near the title, plus rubbing and edge wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe back cover shows wear and fading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe table of contents page has a brown stain near the top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePage edges are toned with age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind more like this in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-how-to-book-collection\"\u003eVintage How To Books\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1961 Kirsch guide is a window into mid-century style, and it belongs with anyone giving a home that retro look. 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