Victorian Memories II – Ornamental Designs for Treasured Gifts and Accents, 1991
Continue the Victorian charm with this delightful companion booklet Victorian Memories II from The Needlecraft Shop.
Also designed by Jo Ann Maxwell in 1991, this out-of-print collection features six adorable stiffened crochet ornaments and whimsical accents, all worked in fine size 10 bedspread cotton. Each piece is designed to be stiffened into charming three-dimensional keepsakes perfect for gifts, displays, or holiday decor.
Highlights include:
- Hobby Horse — a sweet little horse with red mane, ribbon bows, and bridle
- Drum — an elegant drum with gold braid, beads, and matching drumsticks
- Soldier — a handsome toy soldier complete with hat, drum, and gold bead trim
- Tricycle — a charming miniature tricycle with pipe cleaner frame
- Clown — a cheerful clown with colorful pom-pom hair and ruffled collar
- Wagon — a simple yet sweet little wagon perfect for display
All designs are embellished with ribbon, beads, gold braid, and pom-poms for that classic Victorian toy-shop feel. The same detailed stiffening and blocking instructions from Volume I are included, making it easy to achieve professional-looking results.
A wonderful companion to Victorian Memories I, this booklet is ideal for crafters who love creating romantic, lacy ornaments and treasured handmade gifts.