A 1944 American Thread Star book — Star Pot Holders, Book No. 32 — printed by American Thread Company, 260 West Broadway, New York 13, N.Y. © August 10, 1944. Original cover price 10 cents. Designed in studio under Cecilia Vanek with Star Brand threads. Includes 12 recipes.

Over thirty potholders: animals, vegetables, teapot and kettle, fan, mitt, boot, shoe, hexagons, and popcorn stars. Cover is a yellow clothesline of holders and a giant marshmallow. Patterns are crochet only.

Featured designs in this volume:

• Wall hanger and striped squares
• Round loopy, sun-motif, and popcorn-star holders
• Kitten, dog, and puppy
• Teapot and kettle
• Apple, boy’s face, pansy, poinsettia
• Hot mitt, boot, and shoe
• Fan
• Cucumber, carrot, and corn
• Plus 12 kitchen recipes (Scotch scones, oyster bisque, and more)

A complete Book No. 32 for collectors of wartime Star kitchen books and novelty potholders.

Condition of this copy: Significant wear. Cover spine has been taped. Writing on the back cover. Typical mid-century paper toning. Instructions remain readable.

This is a vintage / pre-owned publication. See our Condition Guide for typical wear.