First up is a pattern for a stocking, made with penstitch and fusible applique.
Even the pattern for the alphabet are included so names can be added to finish and personalize the stocking. A heirloom in the making.
Who remembers the Mrs Claus that you could buy and then added the knitted costume? Some of them had a music box in their backs.
Strangely this pattern was printed in the USA but was distributed in Europe by Craftime Ltd, Ramsey Isle of Man. I can remember my mum knitting these ...
Pattern number three is a Heart to Heart leaflet, a great pattern where no sewing is required. What fun, a stunning addition for any project.
I love the cinnamon stick bundles a great addition to the tree with a wonderful seasonal aroma.
My fourth pattern is Angels and Santa's, the favourite figures of Christmas. A pattern that has been well used in the past, looking at its condition. It has some beautiful ideas to enhance your décor.
Now that I have rediscovered this pattern Angel-eek, Heavenly Hog and Cloud Nine-Cat are on my to do list for next year, they are adorable. I am sure the children would love them.
My final pattern is The Mistletoe Express a beautiful book of cross stitching and quilting patterns. It fills your head with visions of Christmas's past and is so full of doable projects. I intend to keep this one out and make some of the reindeer bean bags for the children for next year.
I am joining Amy over at Love Made My Home for the final get together of the year. Hope these patterns may have inspired you to start your own collection.
See you soon.
you have a lovely collection of vintage patterns!! And I love how what was in style is evident in each pattern :)
ReplyDeleteLooks like you could keep your needles busy for a long, LONG time with all those patterns.
ReplyDeleteAll the above patterns will keep you busy. You are so talented in sewing.
ReplyDeleteYou ha e some wonderful vintage patterns!
ReplyDeleteSo many great patterns! I would be busy for the whole of next year making those beautiful creations!
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It was such fun looking at these patterns from the past. How I admire your needlework skills. I also enjoyed reading your post about your lovely Christmas dishes. I hope you and your loved ones have a very Merry Christmas. Pat xx
ReplyDeleteSome very nice patterns x
ReplyDeleteGreat collection of patterns and some lovely festive makes. Like the little animal angels. Merry Christmas and a Happy New year:)
ReplyDeleteIt was fun to see the vintage patterns. Enjoy your weekend! I'm awaiting the arrival of 3 of my local blog friends for a luncheon. ((hugs)), Teresa :-)
ReplyDeleteThe old pattern books are still as interesting as they were years ago, wish I had kept my late mother's books even though I don't knit. I love the snowman cake in your previous post - well done.
ReplyDeleteMerry Christmas.
It's good to have something a bit different isn't it and although the actual patterns are timeless, the script and photography are of their own era. Have a great Christmas and many thanks for all your nice comments. :-)
ReplyDeleteWhat fabulous patterns! Although they are "old" they are so wonderful in that vintage and retro way which is actually very current isn't it. You will have fun making some of these things next year I am sure. Thank you for joining Five On Friday and making it a great thing this year. I so appreciate it! Happy Christmas! See you again in 2016! xx
ReplyDeleteWhat a great selection xx
ReplyDeleteI love nostalgic patterns. I wish there was a huge store full of old patterns!
ReplyDeleteWhat gorgeous patterns - those angels made me smile, I'm sure we had some similar growing up. Have a great Christmas x
ReplyDeleteSo many memories! I am from a long line of crafters and so many of these patterns made me smile! The wreath on the Mistletoe Express? My mom has one similar to that made in Christmas fabric. Enjoy the season! Happy Holidays!
ReplyDeleteLovely inspiring patterns. Plenty to keep you busy for next year.
ReplyDeleteThankyou for sharing. Those patterns are full of great ideas. Hope you have a very Happy Christams. Barbara X
ReplyDeleteLove the old patterns. Here you are thinking about making things for next year already. No wonder you get so much done! :) Those mince pies in your last post look delicious. You are a cook and a seamstress!
ReplyDeleteI just adore your vintage Christmas patterns! What fun! I also collect older patterns and buttons, though I don't have too many. I love to browse and find them!
ReplyDeleteOh what beautiful patterns and books. I would love Mrs Claus, we should start a campaign to bring her back. I love the Angel patterns too, it would be lovely to make those for Baby's first Christmases. I remember making lots of cinnamon bundles for my first tree. Have a very merry Christmas with your lovely family and all the very best for 2016 xxxx
ReplyDeleteI like patterns as well and I have way too many of them. I got rid of a few last year when I was cleaning in my office area. Many I've not used for a long time, not right size, etc. I've got quite alot of counted cross-stitch patterns as well. I need to get back to that and knitting! So many crafts and so little time..esp since I work. I need to carve more time out! Hugs and Merry Christmas to you and your kin! :0}
ReplyDeleteOooo! You may have worked out that I am a fan of all things vintage! I love that stocking and the little angels are adorable!
ReplyDeleteYour vintage patterns remind me of my childhood and younger years. Familiar designs. I tend to collect patterns as well, and just need the time and motivation to actually make things up! Those angels are very sweet.
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