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Cotton Field Doily

Nancy Nehring invites us to re-create one of George Washington Carver’s original extension models.

Pattern · PieceWork

George Washington Carver’s Crochet Swatches

Re-create his crochet designs and start a sample library of your own.

Pattern · PieceWork

Mademoiselle Riego’s Slip-Stitch Crochet Gloves

A vintage 1854 pattern, featuring slip-stitch crochet, provides the stretchy structure for these charming gloves.

Pattern · Spin Off

Pansy Pillow Crochet Pattern

Here is Nancy Nehring’s striking version of a pansy in the form of a pillow for a couch or chair.

Irish Rose Pillow

The rose used for this pillow project has a solid center and densely stacked petals.

Embroider a Globe

Our globe, with place names such as Chinese Empire, New Holland, and New Amazonia, is based on globes available between 1800 and 1840.

Pattern · PieceWork

Mary Schiffmann's Lacy Knitting eBook

Do you knit lace for the sheer love of intricate details? Explore knitting laces with legend Mary Schiffmann.