Poetry
By The Sad Sea Waves, Poem by Ella W. Ricker
This is a beautiful poem by Ella W. Ricker, published in 1878.
Chelle Stein
Vintage Books + Magazines
February 1923 Issue of Needlecraft Magazine
Metal Detecting
Metal Detecting in Rivers and Creeks
Rivers can be a great place to find all sorts of treasures. Here's how to safely and successfully go metal detecting in rivers and creeks.
Make and Create
A Dainty Pincushion Top: Free Antique Crochet Pattern
This antique crochet pattern for a dainty pincushion comes from the February 1923 issue of Needlecraft Magazine.
Make and Create
4 Antique Doilies Crochet and Tatting Patterns
These 4 antique doilies patterns come from an article titled, "Doilies or Hot-Dish Mats, Combining Tatting and Crochet", written by Mrs. O. W. Brock, published in the February 1923 issue of Needlecraft Magazine.
Make and Create
Luncheon or Breakfast Sets of Great Charm: Free Filet Crochet Pattern
Here is another cute pattern out of my February 1923 issue of Needlecraft magazine for a Luncheon or Breakfast set including a lunch cloth (better known as a placemat) and napkins.
Make and Create
An Artistic Centerpiece Combining Solid Embroidery and Filet Crochet: Free Vintage Pattern
This antique filet crochet pattern can be used to add decorative trim to almost anything!
Make and Create
Baby's Knitted Mittens - Antique Knitting Pattern
This Baby's Knitted Mittens pattern was created by Eugenia R. Pickney, first published in the February 1923 Needlecraft magazine.
Make and Create
Cunning and Comfy Things for the Littlest Ones: 3 Antique Baby Knitting and Crochet Patterns
These 3 free antique knitting and crochet patterns featuring a baby hood, slip-on sweater and hat were salvaged from the 1923 February issue of Needlework magazine.
Collecting Tips
How Can You Value Your Antiques? 4 Ways to Estimate Worth
Wondering what something is worth? Here are the 4 main ways to value your antiques and vintage items
Research Your Family History
How to Record Audio to Save Important Family Memories
One of the easiest - and often overlooked - ways to save important moments from disappearing forever is to record audio. Here's how to get started.
Poetry