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The History Of The Patchwork Quilt
- Celebrates the Creative Artistry and History of this Medium
- Traces the History from its Very Early Beginnings to the Present
- Reveals the Patchwork Quilt for the High Art that it Really is
$16.95
Violins And Other Stringed Instruments
- Learn to Make a Violin and other Stringed Instruments
- Filled with Detailed Line Drawings and Information
- Enormous Amount of Information for Very Reasonable Price
$10.95
Old Gramophones
- Refreshing Look at the Old Ways of Listening Entertainment
- Covers the First Domestic Talking Machines up to the Birth of Vinyl
- Numerous Vintage Photos Illustrate the Development Over the Years
$8.95
Early American Stencils on Walls and Furniture
- Most Authoritative Source Available on Stenciling
- Dozens of Examples Described w/ Details on Colors, Motifs, Tools, etc.
- Includes Countless Detailed Illustrations & Photos
$24.95
Victorian Costume For Ladies:1860-1900
- Lavishly Illustrated with Hundreds of 19th Century Photographs
- Includes All Manner of Women's Garments
- Includes Commentary on Social History
$29.95
The Woodburners Companion – Practical Ways of Heating with Wood
- Combat the Skyrocketing Prices of Fuel with this Book
- Perfect Guide to the Ins and Outs of the Methods of Woodburning
- Even Knowledgable Woodburners Will Gain from the Detailed Descriptions
$15.00
Snuff
- Definitive Work on Snuff & Snuff Accessories
- Covers the History of Snuff, Accessories, Why One Should Take Snuff, Etc.
- Features Many Fascinating Vintage Black & White Photos
$8.95
Country Arts In Early American Homes
- Sweeping Survey of the Country Arts of Early New England Homes
- Covers: Architecture, Landscapes, Carvings, Ceramics, Carpets, etc.
- Must-Read for Anyone Interested in New England & Country Arts
$17.95
Encyclopedia Of Marks of Earthenware, Ironstone & Stoneware
- Stoneware 1780-1980
- 9 X 11, 688 Pp.
$69.95
Long-Distance Genealogy
- Designed for the "Armchair Researchers" to Access Records From Afar
- Provides Numerous Techniques on Overcoming Problems in the Process
- Learn to Get Birth, Marriage, & Death Records, Copies of Documents, & More
$18.99
Spinning and Spinning Wheels
- Traces the Development & Principles of the Spinning Wheel
- Superbly Illustrated with Numerous Black & White Photos
- Provides Insight Into the Tools of a Traditional Domestic Skill
$8.95
Caring For Your Collection
- Learn How to Care For & Preserve Valuable Antiques
- Covers: Cracked Paintings, Tarnished Silver, How to Repair, Etc.
- Beautifully Illustrated in Full-Color
$17.95
Early American Weaving & Dying
- A Landmark Work, First Published in 1817
- Revealed Important Trade Secrets to Home Weavers & Dyers
- An Informative Read and an Important Historical Reference
$10.95
Country And Folk Antiques with Price Guide
- Excellent Collection of Examples of Country and Folk Antiques
- Illustrated with over 540 Superb Color Photos and Includes Price Guide
- Both an Informative and Fun Read
$29.95
Fiesta Colorful Dinnerware With Values Price
- A Sweeping Survey of the the Popular Dinnerware – Fiesta
- Hundreds of Beautiful Full-Color Photos Chronicle the Many Fiesta Forms
- Each Piece Shown Includes a Complete Descripton and Value
$24.95
Old Telephones
- Tells the Story of one of the Most Important Inventions of All Time
- Shows the Telephone in All its Varied Shapes & Forms, Past to Present
- Generously Illustrated with Numerous Early Photos & Illustrations
$8.95
Wallpaper In New England
- Chronicles the Complete History of Wallpaper in New England
- Filled with Detailed Photos and Includes a Color Section
- Includes Paper of All Kinds: Flocked, Landscape, Scenic, Nursery, and More
$29.95
The Dyer’s Companion
- A Complete Reprinting of the Original 1815 Edition
- Plant Usage, Specifications for Equipment and Much More
- An Historical Snapshot of a Different Way of Life
$13.95
Mystery, Novelty & Fantasy Clocks
- Presents Over 300 Clocks that Do Far More than Tell the Time
- Includes Historical Explanations, Detailed Drawings, and Clear Photography
- Celebrates the Ingenuity and Skill of these Talented Clockmakers
$150.00
Arts & Crafts Designs for the Home
- In-Depth Look at the Arts & Crafts Movement
- Large Representations of the Decorative Arts, With a Focus on Furniture
- Each Item Illustrated in Color & Carefully Described With Values
$59.95
Sweets and Sweet Shops
- Learn How Sweet Shops Have Changed Throughout the Decades
- Numeous Vintage Photos Lend a Nostalgic Air
- An Absolute Must for Any Sweet Tooth!
$8.95
Murland’s Antique Tool Value Guide
- The Most Comprehensive Value Guide to Tools Ever Published
- Hundreds of Illustrations – Thousands of Prices
- Shipped Postpaid in the United States
$12.95
Country Store Antiques: From Cradles to Caskets
- The Story of the Country Store: An Amerian Essential
- The Source for All the Essentials of Life
- Includes Much Historical Information
$29.95
Coffee Antiques with Price Guide
- Colorful, Expansive Book Explores Over 1000 Fascinating Antiques
- 500+ Color Photos Depict Grinders, Coffee Cans, Posters, and Much More
- Varied Collection of 200 Years of Antiques From the Mundane to the Exotic
$29.95