1913 1st Ed Mary Frances Sewing Book Jane Eayre Fryer 10 Patterns Included Photo
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First edition
The Mary Frances Sewing Book; or, Adventures Among the Thimble People By Jane Eayre Fryer Illustrated by Jane Allen Boyer The John C. Winston Company, Philadelphia Copyright 1913 – First Edition A wonderful and increasingly difficult-to-find early sewing book for children that combines an imaginative story with practical sewing instruction. Mary Frances learns to sew with the help of the whimsical “Thimble People,” with sewing tools and characters brought to life throughout the story. The book is beautifully illustrated and includes charming period clothing and sewing projects designed for a 16-inch doll. This copy retains the complete set of 10 original pattern inserts, 2 are cut & 8 uncut. These include patterns for numerous doll garments and accessories. The inserts are still present with the book, an especially desirable feature since these removable pattern sheets are often missing from surviving copies. Projects shown include nightgown, bathrobe, kimono, dressing sack, pinafore, morning dress, undergarments, rompers, drawers, bloomers, cape, raincoat, afternoon dress, automobile coat, bonnets, muff, tippet, polo cap, leggings, party dress, wedding dress and more. The book also contains numerous illustrations throughout, including beautiful full-color plates and illustrated sewing instructions. Condition: Antique, pre-owned condition with age-related wear. Blue cloth hardcover shows rubbing, edge/corner wear, spotting/marks and wear at the spine ends. Pages and pattern i
- Publisher: The John C. Winston Company, Philadelphia
- Year: 1913
- Binding: Hardcover
- Condition: Fair
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