TITLE: Old-Fashioned Afghans to Knit and Crochet  

AUTHOR: Weiss, Rita (Editor)  

PUBLISHER: Dover Publications, Inc., 

Date: 1986  

ISBN: 0486250547  

FORMAT: Paperback, 48 pages  

EDITION: First Edition Thus  

PRINTING [if applicable]: Early Printing (Unstated)  

BOOK CONDITION: Very Good 

JACKET CONDITION: No Jacket (As Issued)   

DIMENSIONS (if available): 11.00 x 8.25 x 0.125 in. approx.   

KEYWORDS: Knitting, Crochet, Old-Fashioned Afghans, Rite Weiss, Patterns  

DESCRIPTION: From the back cover description:

Whether you have just begun to learn needlework or are an experienced knitter or crocheter, an afghan is a practical, enjoyable and rewarding project. Requiring no fancy fitting or sizing, afghans can be made by needleworkers at all skill levels.

This book is a selection of the finest afghan patterns published by yarn companies in the 40s and 50s: variations of chevron and granny-square patterns, baby afghans, floral patterns and knitted cables -something for everyone. Here are 22 exquisite projects, beautiful expressions of a time-honored tradition. Some are intricate enough to challenge the expert; others are simple enough for the beginner.

Stitch, hook, needle and metric conversion charts, descriptions of standard stitch abbreviations and directions for all stitches make this an easy-to-use volume. Each pattern has clear, complete instructions and a photograph of the finished afghan.

The range of patterns in this rich sourcebook will delight needleworkers. Whether you are a knitter or crocheter, novice or experienced hand, you'll find projects here perfectly suited to your needs. This is your guide to creating beautiful and useful afghans that are sure to become treasured family heirlooms.

Original Dover (1986) publication of patterns collected from yarn company pamphlets from the 40s and 50s. 22 patterns. 23 black-and-white halftones. 10 black-and-white line illustrations. Introduction. Metric Conversion Chart. Stitch Conversion Chart. Crochet Hook/Knitting Needle Conversion Charts. Abbreviations Chart. 48pp. 8¼ × 11. Paperbound.

  

CONDITION: Some slight creasing to covers, very light edge and corner-wear, crease along the stapled spine. The contents appear completely clean and unmarked. 

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