Libby, McNeill & Libby Staff

Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

Ohio

A Harvest of Libby's Favorite Recipes

The Great Pumpkin Cookbook

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Cookbooks

Jason Maclochlainn

Normal wear - see pics. This unique book is a wide-ranging introduction to the world of Victorian tailoring, including techniques, materials, and patterns. The author, an expert in the field, has dipped into rare 19th-century tailoring sourcebooks and re-created the authentic techniques for today's budding tailor.

Paperback (1 to 2 lbs)

California

An Introduction to Period Tailoring

This unique book is a wide-ranging introduction to the world of Victorian tailoring, including techniques, materials, and patterns. The author, an expert in the field, has dipped into rare 19th-century tailoring sourcebooks and re-created the authentic techniques for today's budding tailor. An introductory section includes: --A glimpse into the 19th-century tailor's shop and the people who worked there --How men's fashion subtly evolved through the decades, with illustrations and Victorian photographs --Tools of the trade, and how they were used--and which ones are still worth using today --Which cloths to use for an authentic Victorian feel, and where to obtain them --The fundamental techniques every tailor should know, from how to sit in the traditional cross-legged manner to the full range of stitches used in the Victorian era. The book then moves on to give detailed instructions on how to draft and cut your own patterns to fit your client exactly, and gives 18 patterns from different decdes, including capes, waistcoats, trousers, frock coats, lounge coats, and even a shooting jacket and breeches for the Victorian sportsman. These are followed by clear and concise step-by-step directions for making up your finished garments, illustrated with authentic period fashion plates showing the essential wardrobe of a Victorian gentleman, this book will appeal to all costume designers, dressmakers, living historians, and those with an interest in creating these beautiful handmade garments, and contains everything you need to create authentic menswear from the period.

The Victorian Tailor

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Marion Nichols

DESIGNS AND PATTERNS FOR EMBROIDERERS AND CRAFTSMEN
Edited by
Marion Nichols
Have you ever wanted to create your own embroidery and crewel designs but have given up the idea just because you can't draw? Here is a book containing over five hundred patterns and designs from the finest Victorian source. Just transfer the designs to cloth, select a color scheme, use your favorite stitches, and soon your very own personal "needle painting" will begin to form.
These designs are classified according to type so that they are easier for you to use. You will find large motifs for big areas and small motifs for smaller projects, borders (narrow, medium and wide) for pillows, sheets, and anything wanting a decorative edge, centers and corners for table cloths and upholstery, insects, birds and flowers for adding color to shirts and blue jeans, and even scenes that are perfect for sewing and framing.
A wide variety of flowers, sprays and greenery is included in this book, usually . in various combinations: daisies, tulips, peonies, dahlias, cornflowers, lilies, rosebuds and fern, poppy and wheat, violets and forget-me-nots, shamrocks, heather, plus flowers with ribbons, in baskets, etc. There are also butterflies, bluebirds, bumblebees, owls, dragonflies and insects of all sorts. For those whose tastes are more unconventional or avant-garde there are geometric designs, dramatic sunbursts and unusual beasts.
Complete instructions are given on how to transfer these designs to cloth; but imaginative craftsmen will find this book suitable to a variety of other media— metalwork, woodwork, leather craft, etc.
A 1974 Dover publication consisting of a selection of designs from the Wm. Briggs and Company Ltd. Album of Transfer Patterns c. 1890. Introduction by Marion Nichols. Over five hundred illustrations. xiii + 146pp. 9 x 12. Paperbound.
A DOVER EDITION DESIGNED FOR YEARS OF USE!
We have made every effort to make this the best book possible. Our paper is opaque, with minimal show through; it will not discolor or become brittle with age. Pages are sewn in signatures, in the method traditionally used for the best books, and will not drop out, as often happens with paperbacks held together with glue. Books open flat for easy reference. The binding will not crack or split.
This is a permanent book.
Cover design by Edmund V. Gillon, Jr.
ISBN 0-486-23030-9

Cover has come unglued; in otherwise good vintage condition. 


Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

Washington

512 Motifs from "Album of Transfer Patterns"

Have you ever wanted to create your own embroidery and crewel designs but given up the idea just because you can't draw? Here is a book containing over 500 patterns and designs from the finest Victorian source. Just transfer the designs to cloth, select a color scheme, use your favorite stitches, and soon your very own personal "noodle painting" will begin to form.
These designs are classified according to type so that they are easier for you to use. You will find large motifs for big areas and dainty motifs for smaller projects; borders (narrow, medium, and wide) for pillows, sheets, and anything wanting a decorative edge; centers and corners for tablecloths and upholstery; insects, birds, and flowers for adding color to shirts and jeans; and even scenes perfect for sewing and framing.
A wide variety of flowers, sprays, and greenery is included in this book, usually in various combinations: daisies, tulips, peonies, dahlias, cornflowers, lilies, rosebuds, poppies, violets, and forget-me-nots, plus shamrocks, heather, and flowers with ribbons, in baskets, etc. There are also butterflies, bluebirds, bumblebees, owls, dragonflies, and insects of all sorts. For those whose tastes are more unconventional or avant-garde, there are geometric designs, dramatic sunbursts, and unusual beasts.
Complete instructions explain how to transfer these designs to cloth, and imaginative crafters will find this book suitable to a variety of other media, including metalwork, woodwork leather craft, and more.

Designs and Patterns for Embroiderers and Craftspeople 1974

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Emma Hardy

Connecticut

50 Step-By-Step Weekend Projects Made Easy

Store-bought soft furnishings can be expensive and the choice is often limited—but with so many gorgeous designer fabrics on sale, there’s never been a better time to make your own. "Sewing in No Time" sets out 50 simple step-by-step projects using nothing more than the most basic of sewing skills. From a simple curtain with a pattern border and a striped duvet to a fabric storage box and a children’s play tent, "Sewing in No Time" is the perfect book for people who are big on ideas but short of time. Whether your home is a traditional country cottage or a modern warehouse-style apartment, you’re sure to find plenty of ideas to inspire you. • Inspirational project ideas for every room in the home. • Designer style can be achieved at a fraction of the cost. • Step-by-step projects show clearly how to make each piece.

Sewing in No Time

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