DellaJane Patterns: Gently Used Sewing and Quilting Books

Books are gently used. There may be marks or writing on books which is not specifically mentioned.

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Quilting Books

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Quilts From the Civil War
$50
By Barbara Brackman. Paperback. 128 pages. Excellent condition, with my address label on inside title page. One available.

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Blending the Old & the New
$20
Quilts by Paul D. Pilgrim. Written by Gerald E. Roy. Published by AQS, paperback, 80 pages. Directions and many photos to help you use vintage blocks and pieces with new fabric to create quilts. Excellent condition with my address label on inside title page. One available.

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Holiday Happenings
$4
By Christal Carter. Softcover, 80 pages. That Patchwork Place, 1987. Holiday quilts made with log cabin blocks. Projects for Valentine's Day (2), Easter (3), Independence Day (2), Halloween (3), Thanksgiving (3), and Christmas (6). Includes general instructions and full-color photos.

Sewing Books

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Simplicity Sewing Book
$12
From the Simplicity Pattern Company, ©1943. Softcover, 88 pages. Incredible reference book for both the beginner and the experienced seamstress. Fully illustrated. A valuable reference book!

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Sew Subversive
$3
Down and Dirty DIY for the Fabulous Fashionista! By Melissa Rannels and Melissa Alvarado. Softcover,

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How To Make Your Own Wedding Gown
$6
By Claudia Ein. Softcover, 290 pages. Doubleday, 1978. Excellent condition. Ten chapters: Making Your Gown, Choosing Your Gown Style, Creating Your Own Gown Style, Fitting Your Gown, Sewing Special Fabrics, Lace, Trimmings, Designer Finishing Techniques, Bridal Headwear, Sewing For Attendants. Well illustrated with 200 drawings and photos. Due to weight and size, please select Priority Mail shipping when you check out.

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McCall's Pillow Book
$3
Book by the Editors of McCall's Needlework & Crafts. Softcover, 64 pages. Directions and patterns for 60 pillows and pillow toys using a variety of techniques (knit, crochet, appllique, quilt, patchwork, embroider, needlepoint, woven). Play pillows include cat, mouse, rabbit, chick, owl. Pillow Pals include boy, girl and dog. Also turtle, sun and fish pillows! Good condition, cover is split at top, former owner name written on front. 1974.

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Christmas Decorations in Patchwork Book
$5
By Better Homes and Gardens, softcover, 24 pages. Seventeen projects include the Christmas house shown on front cover, a soft sculpture tree, angels, a creche, ornaments, placemats, bells, a package banner, ornaments and decorations from quilt patterns, angels and more. Excellent condition, 1978.

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STRETCH & SEW SEWING BOOK PART 1
$3
By Ann Person. Softcover, 148 pages. Store stamp on the front cover.

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STRETCH & SEW SEWING BOOK PART 2
$3
By Ann Person. Softcover, 148 pages. Previous owners name written inside and some handwritten notes throughout the book.

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Patternless Fashions
SOLD
How to Design & Make Your Own Fashions! by Diehl Lewis & May Log. Softcover, 278 pages.

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