Seagulls play over this old fashioned ship amid ocean waves in this filet crochet pattern originally designed as a tray insert in 1927 by Carolyn Waite. Add thread rigging to the masts and banners, and you’ll have a picture ready to frame.
Designed by Olive Ashcroft in 1930, this novel design is an excellent imitation of the Nottingham lace, a favorite of days gone by, the background resembling the crackle-stitch in Battenberg-work, and affording a very pleasing change from the usual filet crochet spaces, while no more difficult to
A Greek Key and natural scallops enhance the morning glories in this wide lace edge, originally designed by M. Pintner in 1927. The scallops are made as you go with easy increases and decreases, with no need for an additional edge.
This design is very attractive and versatile. In fine thread, the lace and insertion will be a very pretty trim for skirts, slips or other similar garments, and a yoke is easily arranged to match. Heavier thread makes a handsome stripe, with lace border, for a bedspread.
Originally designed by Olive F. Ashcroft for a chair back or the end of a dresser scarf, directions and chart for a variation with a straight top are included for making a curtain. These aristocratic peacocks will add stately elegance to your home.
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