The Crochet Designs (Dover Needlework) Book

Between 1910 and 1945 Anne Orr produced nearly 100 booklets of needlework designs. Her designs were used in thousands of homes and her books are still collected by many who appreciate the graceful and lively character of her patterns. This book includes many of her most beautiful designs, all still applicable for today's uses. Seventy-five exquisite projects include a baby cap, booties, jacket and carriage robe, baby afghan and pillow, two alphabets, table runners, bath rugs, pillows, tea tray, luncheon set, doilies, centerpieces, a sweater scarf, a long sweater with long sleeves, exquisite rose, scallop, butterfly, and Irish crochet yokes, collars, cuffs and edgings. Although many of these designs were printed over fifty years ago, their vitality and sophistication lend themselves to current applications by a new generation of needleworkers. Lingerie yokes are ideal for summer dresses and tops, dainty centerpieces and doilies are easily adaptable for pillows and clothing decoration. Anne Orr's name appeared on the covers as principal editor and designer for Coats and Clark. In 1919 she became needlework editor of Good Housekeeping where mail is still sent to her, many years after her death. This collection has been prepared in conjunction with the Center for the History of American Needlework. A new introduction by Rachel Maines gives a fascinating biography of Anne Orr's life.Read More