Accessibility statement: Marjorie’s books are available in Braille and txt digital formats, and available by email or CD. Marjorie has been transcribing and creating Braille pattern books for the blind community for many years and has an impressive collection of pattern books. Scroll to end of list for purchase information.
C1: Crochet Potpourri: Although not a crocheter, I know there are lots of you out there who do so am now compiling patterns which will whet your appetite. This is the first crochet book and patterns include: Britches dishcloth, Crab potholder, Touch of snow bookmark, Crochet slippers, Newborn socks and a Tree skirt. $12.50
C2: Baby Shower Book: I am sure you have always wanted to be able to crochet a little something for a new arrival. I hope you will find something in this little booklet–Stroller Carry-all Bag, 3 rattles: Smiley, Sunflower and Hammer; Cowboy boots, Tennis shoes; Kitten afghan, etc. $10
C3: Galaxy of Afghans: Here’s a selection of crochet afghans for you crochet lovers: Sunburst Afghan, Family Heirloom, Desert Sand, Ribbons and Bows, Rose Garden. 12.50
C4: Five Crochet Toys: Sugarplum Clown, Bunny Twins, Shaggy Scotty Dog, Fluffy Puppy and Ruffles the Clown . $7.50
C5: Treasury of Crochet Afghans. Another selection of interesting crochet afghans: Popcorn Ripple, California Bright, Hugs and Kisses, Kitten Afghan, Sweet Dreams and lots more . $12.50
C6: Crochet animal pillows: i.e. bear, pig and cat. $5
C7: Crochet Finger Puppets: I am sure any little child would love these cute finger puppets: i.e. dog, squirrel, monkey, giraffe, elephant, etc. $7.50
C8: Crochet Cuisine. Welcome to the World of Make Believe! This book was compiled by my friend, Brenda Brown. Within its covers you will find: eggs, bacon, french fries, ice cream cones, oreo cookies, pizza and more . $10
C9: World of Crochet Afghans: An interesting book of afghans for the beginner and more experienced. Designs include: Block Afghan, Floral Afghan, Rainbow Waves, Sandstone, 12 Point Star and more. $12.50
C10: Halloween Potpourri: Six halloween patterns to crochet. witch, black cat, spider, stuffed pumpkin, bat and another pumpkin. $6.25
C11: Magnet Mania, Book I: For those of you who love magnets you will have a blast with this book. There are 35 magnets within its 56 pages to crochet. Bears, turtle, flag, pilgrim, lemon, basketball and hoop, football, etc. $15
C12: Baby Girl’s Attire: dress, christening set and butterfly pinafore. $7.50
C13: Baby Boy’s Attire: Jumpsuit and Shirt, Bib overalls and hat, Sailor suit and hat. $12.50
C14: Afghan Extravaganza. Within these 57 pages you will find 28 extremely interesting afghans: Jewels in the Night, Corn on the Cob, Hills and Valleys, etc. $15
C15: Patterns for Preemies. 18 pages of patterns for preemies: booties, cap, gown, blanket and afghans. $7.50
C16: Crochet Pattern Stitches. A comprehensive book of pattern stitches suitable for the beginner and advanced crocheter. There are eight sections within these 73 pages and 104 pattern stitches. $20
C17: Snug as a bug Baby Afghans. For the intermediate to experienced crocheter. Within these 61 pages there are six extremely interesting baby afghan patterns, but the last one, Which is called Afghan Sampler has all sorts of things to interest a little bambino: i.e. clown, cat, butterfly, heart, ice cream cone, house, ladybug, train, boat, dog, flower, teddy bear. $17.50
C18: Baby Bootiful. In these 43 pages you will find interesting booties for a loving baby. Bunny ears, Mary janes, Mini sandals, Tiny turtles, to name a few. $12.50
C19: Bonanza of Afghans. 49 pages of 21 interesting patterns including: Irish Rose, Tantalizingly Teal, Raining Violets, Painted Palette, etc. $15
C20: Holiday Gifts and Decorations. With in these 48 pages you will find: Cornucopia Centerpiece, Hobby Horse for Candy Cane, Whimsical Santa Container, Christmas Star ornament and more! $15
C21: Potpourri II. Within these 44 pages you will find interesting things to crochet: Musical Photo Frame, Chair Pin Cushion, Stole, Goose Potholder, Jelly Bean “Terd Bird” and even a Cow Cookie Jar. $12.50
C22: Charted Alphabet. These are uppercase letters that can be either crocheted or knitted. You work out your pattern and then use the letters in say, popcorn stitch or whatever will make them in relief. $5
C23: Whimsical Containers. 44 pages of interesting container patterns. Log Basket Ornament, Crayon Can, Lion Container, etc. $12.50
C24: Mother’s Lullaby Bed Doll. $10
C25: Charlotte Bed Doll. $5
C26: Rachel Bed Doll. $5
C27: Laura Bed Doll. $5
C28: Nora Bed Doll. $5
C29: Pineapple Christening Set; gown, dress, bonnet and Booties. $10
C30: Thread Bootie Collection. These booties are for those who like to work with finer yarns or crochet thread. There are nine patterns within these 37 pages. ABC and 123’s, Moccasins, White Ruffles, etc. $12.50
C31: Magnet Mania II. Another collection of magnets for those who love collecting magnets. Within these 56 pages you will find several musical instruments, Ice Cream Cone, Balloon, various animals including Dog, Cat and even an Eagle. $15
C32: Playtime Pals. Within these 38 pages you will find cute patterns for Quiet Times or in the car for your little ones. Little Brother, Annie Doll, Bassinet Purse, Baby in a Blanket, to name but a few. $12.50
C33: Afghan Magic. A touch of the Southwest in this extremely interesting afghan book. Within these 47 pages you will find such interesting names as: Apache Tears, Pueblo, Aztec, Star Mosaic, Wedding Bells, to name but a few. $15
C34: Two-Hour Doilies. As the name applies, you can make these 13 doilies in about two-hours: just enough time for making that almost forgotten gift!!! Circle in a Square, Round Heart Doily, 8 point flower, Pineapple. $12.50
C35: Pamper-Me-Baby. Four baby outfits, Fancy jumpsuit and a Poncho for that little treasure. $15
C36: Potpourri III. Within these 53 pages you will find interesting items to crochet; Doll carrier, Neck pillow, Diamond slippers, Pica edge doily, etc. .$15
C37: Crochet Light House Afghan; for the intermediate and experienced crocheters. $10
C38: Jolly Santa. Everyone will love to have this jolly ol’ soul who stands 3 feet tall. He carries a bag of gifts for all who wish to come and see him.$10
C39: Doilies to Crochet. Ten interesting doilies to crochet; Autumn lace, Sweet Seventeen, Radiant fancy, Star, etc. $12.50
C40: Noah’s Ark Afghan. For the intermediate or experienced crocheter. This is a beautiful afghan depicting all the animals that are in the Ark. The Ark is in the center and is surrounded by all the animals. It is an afghan worthwhile making and becoming an heirloom in your family. $15
C41: Four bonnets to make for babies and up to 3 years. $7.50
C42: Teddy Bear Afghan and Pillow. This afghan has three sections of bears. The first and third sections consists of two bears with three hearts. The middle section has one bear with hearts on either side of him. $10
C43: Unique Afghans. There are 15 extremely interesting afghans in this book. Navajo, Jeweled Quillow! Kukui Leaf, Hopscotch, Trees, etc. $15
C44: Portable Projects. This book has a compilation that one can work on while waiting in the doctor’s office, waiting for any kind of transportation or visiting with friends. Chair Caddie, Diagonal Wash cloth, Bath Puff, Popcorn Pillow, etc.$15
C45: Beary Fun Afghans–for the intermediate to experienced crocheter. This book has five fun afghans to make and each afghan has a bear to go along with it, but the design for the bear is the same for all five. Train, Truck, Tractor, Airplane and Hot Air Balloon. $12.50
C46: Toys for Boys!!! We felt there was a need to make a book just for little boys as there are all sorts of things that can be made for little girls. Brenda has come up with an interesting compilation of nine toys that can be made for that quiet playtime when mom is doing something special. “Dune Buggy, Colt Cutie, Tyrannosaurs Rex, Alligator and a Lion pillow to lay on while watching his favorite program on T.V. $15
C47: Sampler Squares. We finally managed to get enough crochet squares together to make a wonderful book that I am sure you will keep referring to time and time again. We have such a book in our knitting catalog and it has been a wonderful seller!!! Within these 75 pages there are 36 squares: Angel, Carousel, Curling Cables, Lazy Days, Martha Washington’s Popcorn, Puff Heart, to name but a few to whet your appetite. $20
C48: Rapid Ripple Dishcloths. The first crochet dishcloth book. There are 12 different patterns in this book: Bright Days, Purple Mountains, Mint Dreams, Pleasure Pearls, to name but a few. $12.50
C49: Mile a Minute Dishcloths. Here’s another crochet dishcloth book with interesting names like: South Seas, Sunny Side Up, Atomic Sunset, etc. $12.50
C50: Choir of Angels. As Angels seem to be so popular among the sighted world we thought it would be fun if we could include a book in our catalog. Our thanks goes to Dianne Costain, Canada, for providing us with the printed material to put into braille. If it is a success Brenda has lots of other angels we can put into a second book. For the intermediate to experienced crocheter. Within these 85 pages you will find seven angels: Dorothy, Krystal, Lisby, Heretta, Mary Almeda, Linda Hope and Phoebe Adaline. Each angel has different wings. $20
To purchase Marjorie’s books, you may email or write to her. Payment may be made by personal check, cashier’s check or money order. Txt books are generally $5 a book, but you may order 5 books for $20. In Braille, Marjorie suggests purchasing 4 books to get a fifth one free.
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