American Thread Company Star Doily Book No. 151 – Doilies (Knitted • Crocheted • Tatted • Ruffled Doilies) ~1956

Add instant vintage charm to your tables, trays, and home décor with this delightful mid-century collection from the American Thread Company! Star Doily Book No. 151 brings together a beautiful assortment of doily designs in crochet, knitting, tatting, and ruffled styles — perfect for creating delicate, heirloom-quality pieces that brighten any space.

From classic pineapples and floral motifs to fluffy ruffles and elegant tatted picots, these patterns use fine mercerized crochet cottons (or sparkling Star Spangled threads) and deliver quick, satisfying results in fresh, cheerful colors.

Featured Doilies include:

• Picot Picot – Delicate tatted doily with layered picot loops (cover highlight!)
• Papyrus – Stunning crocheted design with layered petals and floral accents
• Pineapple Round – Timeless pineapple motif in a bold circular layout
• Forsythia – Cheerful floral chain with bright springtime petals
• Autumn Wheat – Large, intricate wheat-inspired doily with rich texture
• Cathedral Window – Elegant window-pane pattern with rice stitches and scallops
• Tatted Picot – Classic tatted beauty with picot details
• Carnation Ruffle – Pretty ruffled doily featuring carnation-inspired edging
• Fluffy Ruffle & Simple Ruffle – Two ruffled styles for that soft, romantic finish
• Flower Chain – Sweet connected floral motifs

Details:

• Star Doily Book No. 151 • Original ~1956 edition • American Thread Company
• Clear instructions with photos throughout
• Uses "GEM" or "STAR" Mercerized Crochet Cotton (size 20/30/35/40/50) and steel hooks (No. 7–12); also compatible with Puritan or De Luxe threads
• Vintage condition (complete patterns, gently used booklet with classic mid-century appeal)

These versatile doilies are wonderful for everyday elegance, special occasions, or thoughtful handmade gifts. A true collector’s gem for threadworkers who love variety and heirloom beauty! 🧶✨