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How To Wear A Veil In 1912

In 1912, there were fashion rules on what type of veil a person could wear. Black veils were a main staple, whereas only certain people…

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10 Strange Beliefs Once Held By Thieves And Burglars

Common theft and burglarizing was once a real occupation with its own set of strange beliefs and superstitions passed down through families and underground organizations….

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Veil Fashions From 1913

Veil fashions, what to do and not do, were all the talk in the early 1900s. From Paris to the United States, women wore veils…

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Dresser Scarf And Apron Embroidery Patterns From 1912

The dresser scarf and apron embroidery patterns were originally published in 1912. The instructions read: This very attractive dresser scarf is easily made and most…

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Top 10 Brutal Nineteenth Century Shark Attacks

The majestic shark commands respect and, with that, plenty of fear. Shark attacks on people have been happening ever since the first person decided to…

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Crochet Handkerchief Edgings From 1917

Early 20th century handkerchiefs were delicate works of art, individualized by caring, loving hands. These crochet edging patterns were originally published in a newspaper in…

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Embroidery Pattern For Decorated Collar From 1918

Patterns for decorated collars were published in numerous newspapers in the early 1900s. The collars were part of the fashion and even a social symbol,…

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Design For Embroidered Bags From 1909

The pattern and embroidery design for carry bags was originally published in 1909. Design for Embroidered Bags Text reads: I don’t like to be a…

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Bulgarian Peasant Paper Dolls

The following Bulgarian peasant paper dolls were originally published in 1914. According to the instruction, children are supposed to glue the image to cardboard (or…

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How to Make an Old Fashioned Scrapbook

The following illustrations and instructions for making a scrapbook were originally published in 1916. Homemade Scrapbooks The covers of your scrapbook may be of cardboard…

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