Crochet World June 1978 (Vol. 1 No. 2) – Butterfly Magic & Timeless 70s Crochet!

One of the very first issues of the legendary Crochet World (published by House of White Birches), this pioneering June 1978 magazine helped launch a beloved era of accessible, creative crochet. Bursting with summer-inspired designs, vibrant motifs, and signature 1970s charm, it’s packed with doilies, shawls, wearables, purses, dolls, and home accents — all beautifully illustrated for makers of every skill level.

Highlights:

• Light-as-a-Feather Shawl by Jeanette (the iconic blue ripple shawl on the cover model)
• “Sitting Pretty” Butterfly Chair Seat Covers by Lauretta Hardt (the stunning large crocheted butterfly featured on the cover)
• Watermelon Purse by Dawn Thompson
• 24-Carat Vest, Man’s Reversible Tie, Buff-n-Cuffs & Spaceman Slippers by Dawn Thompson
• Cuddle-Me Doll by Eloise Hardt
• Clown Hand-Puppet by Jeanette
• Carriage Robe by Pearle M. Goodwin
• Filet Tea Cloth & Napkins + Square Table Doily (filet work)
• Jar Plant Hangers (Hook-Ups) by Doris Griggs
• Mohair Poncho, Hoop Earrings, Shamrock Lace Edging by Bunny Erickson
• Preteen Snowball Hat, Canning Jar Ring Hotplate, Snap-Together Snowman Hot Pads, Pop Cap Grapes, Old Fashioned Basket Centerpiece
• Plus a full “Glimpse of the Past” lace collection: Antique Point Lace, Link Lace, Block and Knot Lace, Star and Diamond Lace, Picot Pineapple Lace, and more!

Details: Classic worsted, sport, and novelty yarns of the era • Standard hooks (typical for 1970s patterns) • Clear illustrations and instructions for beginner to intermediate skill levels • 64 pages of pure crochet inspiration

Publisher: Crochet World (House of White Birches, Vol. 1 No. 2 – June 1978)