This lot includes three original vintage Popular Mechanics What to Make annuals from 1950, 1952, and 1955. These collectible issues are filled with hundreds of home project ideas, from woodworking to weekend gadgets—perfect for makers, hobbyists, and fans of retro DIY.
Bundle Includes:
✔ 1950 What to Make-Volume 11-cover is torn and in rough condition
✔ 1952 What to Make-Winter Quarterly- Back of cover is half torn from spine
✔ 1955 What to Make-In very good condition
Each issue features:
Step-by-step instructions for practical and decorative projects
Furniture plans, toys, garden tools, and home improvements
Fully illustrated with diagrams, materials lists, and techniques
A time capsule of 1950s ingenuity and design
Great for vintage tool collectors, mid-century decorators, and anyone looking for unique DIY inspiration.
Format: Softcover magazines
Publisher: Popular Mechanics Co.
Page count: Varies per issue, approx. 200–250 pages each