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GIVEAWAY: 1960s Hairstyling Curling Pattern

Bramcost Publications — 2012-06-22T02:50:35Z

Today's giveaway is from our book "1960s Hairstyling -- 75 Vintage Hairstyles with Curling Patterns." This fantastic 1960s setting is just as cool and retro today as it was then. For mid- to long-length hair, follow the curl pattern and instructions and you're "set." To see more hairstyles from this book, click the picture below.

The curling patternis below. Add a little vintage to your day!

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FREE PATTERN: Vintage 1920s Baby Sweater and Hat Knitting Pattern

Bramcost Publications — 2012-06-15T02:56:59Z

Today's vintage pattern is from our book "Peace Dale Knitting and Crochet Book – Vintage Patterns for 1920s Fashion and Accessories (No. 5)." The pattern is a dainty and easy-to-make baby sweater and hat done in knitting. To see more patterns from this book, click the picture below.

Materials and instructions are in a PDF download below -- just click to get the pattern. Please feel free to email us or post your finished project photos -- and remember to "add a little vintage to your day!"

Mar
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Vintage 1920s Baby Sweater and Hat Knitting Pattern

FREE PATTERN: Vintage 1940s Peek-a-Boo Hat Crochet Pattern

Bramcost Publications — 2012-06-07T01:17:47Z

Today's vintage pattern is from our book "Hats, Bags and Accessories -- Vintage Crochet and Knitting Patterns for 1940s Fashions (Hiawatha Book 16)." The pattern is a peek-a-boo crochet hat which is very similar to today's stretchy large headbands, but with a vintage twist. To see more patterns from this book, click the picture below.

Keep in mind that vintage patterns many times reference yarn/thread brands no longer available, but do reference yarn/thread types and/or weight. Choose your yarn/thread from current manufacturers and be sure to check your gauge for the pattern if called for.

Materials and instructions are in a PDF download below -- just click to get the pattern. Please feel free to email us or post your finished project photos -- and remember to "add a little vintage to your day!"

Mar
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Vintage 1940s Peek-A-Boo Crochet Hat Pattern

Vintage Recipes 0005: Stuffed Frankfurters

Bramcost Publications — 2012-06-01T16:15:23Z

From 1937, this vintage stuffed frankfurter recipe was tagged as an economical, easy-to-prepare recipe in the 1930s and was sponsored by Armour Meats. Try it!

Keep in mind that vintage recipes many times reference brands no longer available, but do reference quantity or type. Choose your ingredients from current brands using this recipe as a guide.

RECIPE

Enjoy and remember to "Add a Little Vintage to Your Day!"

Mar
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FREE PATTERN: Vintage 1950s Rucksack Bag Sewing Pattern

Bramcost Publications — 2012-06-01T01:55:23Z

Today's vintage pattern is from our book "Sewing Magic: 225 Patterns for Sewing Vintage Fashions, Accessories, Household Decor and Gifts." It's an easy-to-sew rucksack bag from the 1950s. Try your hand at creating this super functional bag!

Keep in mind that vintage patterns many times reference materials no longer available, but do reference fabric types, thread types, fabric widths, etc. Choose your materials from current manufacturers using this pattern's material reference as a guide.

Materials and instructions are in the PDF download link below. Please feel free to email us or post your finished photos -- and remember to "add a little vintage to your day!"

Mar
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Vintage 1950s Rucksack Bag Sewing Pattern

HURT BOOK GIVEAWAY 006: Aprons -- 21 Vintage Patterns and Styles

Bramcost Publications — 2012-04-24T18:44:00Z

GIVEAWAY CLOSED! Congratulations to our winner: Brandy T.!

*HURT* BOOK GIVEAWAY 006

Which book is being given away?

Bramcost Publications is giving away a hurt copy of our book "Aprons -- 21 Vintage Patterns and Styles." Click the book cover below to learn more about this book!

What is a "hurt" book?

Known in the publishing industry as "hurts," hurt books are typically those with a bump or bend in the cover, pages printed correctly but bound crooked, pages miscut, etc. Hurt books are complete but have sustained a little damage so they cannot be sold as new.

How is this book hurt?

This book was miscut by the printer, causing a line of white space along the right margin. The intent of Bramcost's hurt book giveaways are to introduce vintage lifestyle enthusiasts to our books or new vintage genres readers may not have experienced before. Hurts are not available for resale. To keep our hurt book giveaways from being resold, a handful of pages are marked through with a yellow highlighter.

How do I enter this giveaway?

Tell us something that has to do with "vintage" -- a quip, interesting tidbit, something vintage you love, a Bramcost comment -- anything interesting in the comments section below.

When does the giveaway end?

The giveaway ends tomorrow, Wednesday, April 25, 2012 at midnight CST -- after which time Random.org will choose a name. We'll announce the winner at the top of this page and on Facebook/Twitter on Thursday, April 26, 2012.

GOOD LUCK!

Mar
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FREE PATTERN: Vintage 1944 Hat and Purse Crochet Pattern

Bramcost Publications — 2012-04-24T02:10:54Z

This week's vintage pattern is for a 1944 crochet hat and purse. Make this matching set or choose only one -- either pattern is a fantastic way to add a little vintage to your ensemble.

Keep in mind that vintage patterns many times reference yarn/thread brands no longer available, but do reference yarn/thread types and/or weight. Choose your yarn/thread from current manufacturers and be sure to check your gauge for the pattern if called for.

Materials and instructions are in a PDF download below -- just click to get the pattern. Please feel free to email us or post your finished project photos -- and remember to "add a little vintage to your day!"

Mar
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Vintage 1944 Purse and Bag Crochet Pattern

Vintage Recipes 0004: Ginger Cake with Orange Sauce

Bramcost Publications — 2012-04-21T16:05:55Z

From 1937, this vintage ginger cake recipe has a twist from the standard topping of whip cream -- a tasty, quick to make orange sauce.

Keep in mind that vintage recipes many times reference brands no longer available, but do reference quantity or type. Choose your ingredients from current brands using this recipe as a guide.

RECIPE

Enjoy and remember to "Add a Little Vintage to Your Day!"

Mar
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Vintage Recipes 0003: Tropical Orange Pie

Bramcost Publications — 2012-02-19T16:44:57Z

From 1948, this vintage tropical orange pie recipe is a perfect combination of tangy orange and flaky crust.

Keep in mind that vintage recipes many times reference brands no longer available, but do reference quantity or type. Choose your ingredients from current brands using this recipe as a guide.

RECIPE

FREE PATTERN: Vintage 1940s Crochet Purse Bag Pattern

Bramcost Publications — 2012-02-10T22:57:18Z

This week's vintage pattern is for a 1940s crochet purse or bag. Cute, fashionable and roomy -- all of the necessary details for a purse!

Keep in mind that vintage patterns many times reference yarn/thread brands no longer available, but do reference yarn/thread types and/or weight. Choose your yarn/thread from current manufacturers and be sure to check your gauge for the pattern if called for.

Materials and instructions are in a PDF download below -- just click to get the pattern. Please feel free to email us or post your finished project photos -- and remember to "add a little vintage to your day!"

Mar
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Vintage 1940s Crochet Purse / Bag Pattern

INFO: How to Unravel a Sweater to Recycle Yarn (Repurpose and Reuse)

Bramcost Publications — 2012-01-26T19:00:08Z

The 1940s were a time of "make and mend" -- repurposing, recycling and reusing due to short supply. Recycling yarn reminds me of the 1940s way of life -- unravelling an unused or thrift store sweater to create new garments -- at a fraction of the cost of store bought yarn. I have linked a number of web sites below that show how to unravel. Try it for yourself!

http://www.handspunartyarn.com/p/how-to-unravel-sweater-to-recycle-yarn.html

http://www.craftstylish.com/item/9839/how-to-recycle-yarn-from-a-thrift-store-sweater

http://knitting.about.com/od/toolsandsupplies/ss/recycling-yarn.htm

http://dawnprickett.blogspot.com/2008/01/recycling-sweaters-for-yarn.html

And remember -- "add a little vintage to your day!"

Mar
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Vintage Recipes 0002: Cornbread and Meatball Ring

Bramcost Publications — 2012-01-24T22:26:04Z

From 1956, this vintage cornbread and meatball ring was created as a time-saving, one-dish meal. Unique and easy to make -- add this to your meal lineup this week!

Keep in mind that vintage recipes many times reference brands no longer available, but do reference quantity or type. Choose your ingredients from current brands using this recipe as a guide.

RECIPE

HURT BOOK GIVEAWAY 005: How to Handle Long Hair - Recreating Glamorous 1950s Hairstyles

Bramcost Publications — 2012-01-20T18:59:50Z

*HURT* BOOK GIVEAWAY 005

Which book is being given away?

Bramcost Publications is giving away a hurt copy of our book "How to Handle Long Hair -- Recreating Glamorous 1950s Hairstyles." Click the book cover below to learn more about this book!

This book was miscut by the printer, causing the title text to be pushed into the cutting area and forcing the cover off center. The intent of Bramcost's hurt book giveaways are to introduce vintage lifestyle enthusiasts to our books or new vintage genres readers may not have experienced before. Hurts are not available for resale. To keep our hurt book giveaways from being resold, a handful of pages are marked through with a yellow highlighter.

How do I enter this giveaway?

Post something you like about Bramcost Publications on our Facebook Page under our FB giveaway post. You *must* post under the giveaway post so we can keep track of all entries. You can link directly to our FB page below:

http://www.facebook.com/Bramcost.Publications

When does the giveaway end?

The giveaway ends TONIGHT, Friday, January 20, 2012 at midnight CST -- after which time Random.org will choose a name. We'll announce the winner on Saturday, January 21, 2012.

GOOD LUCK!

Mar
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