Priscilla Publishing – Free Vintage Crochet Patterns
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As I am busily working on pattern development this week, I thought I would share some of the lovely free vintage crochet patterns (that I know about) that are available online 🙂
Today’s category is Priscilla Publishing – Free Crochet Patterns
The following ebooks are all available via Antique Pattern Library under a Creative Commons License
Priscilla Sweater Book – 1917 (includes crochet)
Priscilla Yoke Book – 1916 (includes crochet and filet charts)
Priscilla Tatting Book – 1909
Priscilla Basketry Book – 1911
Priscilla Smocking Book – 1925
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Priscilla Colored Cross Stitch Book, No. 1 – 1911
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Priscilla Bead Work Book – 1912 – Part 1, Part 2
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Priscilla Cross Stitch Book – 1899
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I hope you enjoy these free ebooks 🙂 I know I do…but then I love everything vintage!
Happy crocheting!

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You are most welcome! I love vintage crochet patterns too.
Thank you so much for these vintage crochet books, it’s like taking a trip down memory lane! I hope my fingers are still nimble enough to make some of these wonderful things! I’m going to give it my best! <3
Hi Carol, Here you go: https://web.archive.org/web/20070319225332/http://hometown.aol.com/crochetalong/aranghan.html Best wishes, Rhondda
Hello, I have been searching for a Priscilla Hewitt pattern called simply Aran Afghan. Hoping that someone will have any info as to where I might be able to find the pattern. I would love any info as to where I might be able to find it. Thank you for any help, Carol Fairhurst
I just love the vintage crochet pieces. They are so beautiful. Gosh, the patience they must have had back then!
I’m so happy you like them!
Thank you! Yes I love to learn new designs too 🙂 Rhondda
Beautiful designs for me to try. Love them
I want to learn this stich. Love it
I love to learn the different designs available since am an avid crocheter.
Hi Cyndi,
I’m so happy you found the links 🙂 Have a lovely week! Rhondda
Thanks so much for posting the booklets from the Antique Pattern Library. There are so many others who sell CDs for up to $15.00 for the same booklets. It shows that you really care for preserving the art of needlework instead of just making money!
Thank you again!