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.
K155: Sportswear for the 18-inch doll. This book was compiled and proofread by Susie Stageberg. Among the patterns are: Skating dress with panties, Tennis Dress and sweater, Swimsuit and cover-up and Warm-up suit . $10
K156: Bambino Treasures. Three items for the infant in the family: Baby layette; Sweater, Romper, booties and hat and a Sweater. $12.50
K157: Chunky sweater and cardigan. Sizes: 26-34 inches. A small cable design which can be worked in either stripes or solid color. $10
K158: Double knit jackets and hat. Sizes: from birth to 6 years. Two jackets, one has a hood and the other a collar and hat to match. $10
K159: Casual Cardigans. These designs are for out walking the dog, weekend strolls, etc. The first design has either a round or v-neck and has pockets; has a cable design. The second design has a v-neck and also pockets. $12.50
K160: Aran Knits. In this book you will find a sweater and a tunic and sweater set. Sizes are from 32 to 52 inches. For the intermediate/experienced knitter. $16.50
K161: Patterns for the 18-inch Fashion Doll. Among the patterns in this book are: Western skirt and vest, Poncho, Socks, Celtic Girl Sweater which can be for doll or her owner. $16.50
K162: Holiday Boutique. A project book to help decorate your home or package at holiday times. Among the patterns are: Puppy in Stocking, Goldilocks and the Three Bears, Snowman, Bunny dishcloth, Star, Wreath, Christmas Tree Dishcloth, Winter Icicles Dishcloth. $20
K163 The Odd-Ball Sampler Afghan. This book is for the intermediate to experience knitter, but if a beginner, after they have learned the concepts of knitting and done several projects, might want to play around with colors. Although one is supposed to make an afghan out of the 25 squares, am sure one can find lots of uses for any of the squares as they are approx 9 inches square. Among the squares you will find: Choo choo, I-cord Flowers, Ohio Star, Celtic Braid, Spots and Stripes, Tartan Squares, Hugs and Kisses, Magic Stripes, $22.50
K164: Hats Off to Hoods. Here is a selection of hooded sweaters and cardigans for all the family; nine in all. $16.50
K165: Aran V and Round Neck Cardigans for 6, 8 and 10 yrs. $12.50
K166: An attractive shortie cardigan, with cable and lace panels and your choice of long or short sleeves. $10
K167: The Men’s Boutique. Thought it was time we included something in the catalog for the men in our life so here it is!! Here is a small booklet with two sweaters and three vests, all relatively simple so the beginner can have an attempt as well as the more advanced. These designs, have ribs, cables and one has an embossed diamond pattern. $12.50
K168: Pop-On Ponchos. As ponchos are everywhere in the stores these days thought it would be nice to have a book of designs which you can check out. There are 18 ponchos in this book for all members of the family. Spanish Style, Rickrack, Stripes, Openwork, Aran, Cabled, Iceland with Bobble trim, Toddler poncho with pants. $17.50
K169: On the Toddling Trail. A cute little jumpsuit with feet and also a sweater to match with a little contrasting color; 19-20 inch chest. $10
K170: Delightful Baby. Baby dress with Booties, also Matinee jacket in four designs. $10
K171: Three Cardigans in several sizes from 28-42 inch chest/bust. Two of these cardigans are knitted in one piece to the armholes. $12.50
K172: Trailing Leaves Cardigan. Sizes 30-44 inch bust. $10
K173: Two Wall Hangings. Castle Wall Hanging by Sarah Bradbury and Cable Wall Hanging by Ann Porter. I have used the castle panel on numerous projects: baby sweaters, cushion covers and afghans. $10
K174: Ultimate Book of Dish Cloths II. Most of the patterns in this collection were ones which were left from the first book in this series. However, am sure one can use these dish cloth patterns for all sorts of interesting Projects. Spring Butterflies, Bunny, Butterfly Lace, Fireworks, Checks, Windmill, etc. $16.50
K175: Baby Doll Outfit and Blanket for a 12 inch baby doll. $12.50
K176: STATE AND SEVERAL CANADIAN PROVINCE SQUARES In Two Volumes; ALABAMA to MONTANA. These designs are the map of each state and a few Canadian Provinces, and also has the abbreviated initials of each State. They could be used for wash cloths, pot holders or even design your own “National” afghan. One could even have a map of their own State on their sweater. Each Square uses size 7 needles and cotton yarn making a square approx 8-1/2 inches. $16.50
K177: State Squares Volume II. Nebraska to Wyoming. $16.50 These books compliment each other… can be sold separately or sold together for: $25.00
K178: Brites Tots. First cardigan uses four colors; sometimes using two colors on the same row. Looks an interesting pattern. Sizes: 2, 4 and 6. The second cardigan uses two colors in stripes; sizes: 12-18 months to 2 years. $10
K179: Lacy Sweater; finished size: 18 to 24-1/2 ins. $7.50
K180: Afghan Magic. Felt it was time to include another afghan book. Among the 24 patterns: Bridal, Rosebuds, Summer Seashells, Shetland Lace, Americana, Victorian Lace, etc. $17.50
K181: Pullover and Bag to match. Sizes for pullover 30-44 inches. $7.50
K182:Two Aran style sweaters and vest for sizes 18-24 inches . $12.50
K183: Bobble Rib Cardigan and two sweaters for the beginner. 16 to 24 inches; The cardigan has a bobble stitch which doesn’t enquire turning stitches and working into them. The two sweaters have lace panels up the front. 12.50
K184: Bundles of Joy. Another baby afghan book which has 11 interesting patterns. Baby Seashells, Bundles of Joy, Rainbow Sprinkles, Bright Crayons. $15
K185: Snuggle Up with the Animals. Intermediate to experienced knitter. This book has two baby afghans: one with puppies and the second with either kittens or bears. Each animal panel is done in solid color using cables and bobbles. The Puppy afghan has also a little sweater. $15
K186: Girl’s Cardigan with lace stripes; skill level intermediate. To fit 29 to 38 inches. $7.50
K187: The World of Harry Potter. Finally we have managed to compile and format this wonderful book. Within its 76 pages you will find all sorts of goodies!! Socks, scarves, hats, mittens, sweaters and at the end there are also several recipes which Harry was happy to share with us. My thanks goes to Phyllis Campbell, Virginia, and Susie Stageberg, Iowa, who helped me to put this book together. $20
K189: Animal Magic. Here is a compilation of Animal designs that could be incorporated in most projects: sweaters, cardigans, blankets, etc. There are 13 animal designs: Dolphin, Cow, Owl, Kitty, Sheep, Pig, etc. Also I have included my design of the Enchanted cottage as several people have commented having the cottage in the center of a blanket and animals around it would look spectacular! $15
K190: Raglan cardigans in eleven sizes. Plain cardigans with V or round neck, both versions can be with or without pockets. (For the beginner or more experienced knitters where they can insert their own designs or even work in stripes). $12.50
K191: Patons sweater and cardigan. In six sizes 35-47 inches. Cable panel sweater: 2 cable and moss panels up the middle of back and front of sweater with plain sleeves and a small collar. LADIES CARDIGAN: Round neck, on each side of buttons is a thin twisted cable panel, then a broader open lace panel and then the thinner twisted cable again. Patterning also on sleeves. $12.50
K192: Cardigan and jacket from the sirdar seascape Aran collection: Actual measurements: 39-1/2 to 58-1/2 Inches. $15
K193: HOODED JACKET AND VEST IN WENDY PETER PAN DK. Worked in a diamond pattern which uses two colors: one half of the diamond done in main color and the second half of the diamond done in a contrasting color. One sleeve is done in main and the other sleeve done in the contrasting color. From birth to 7 years. $10
K194: Owl Cardigan and Bunny Pullover for Sizes: 2-6. These garments are done in a solid color with owl using short rows and cables and bunny using cables. $10
K195: DRESS, COAT, BOOTEES AND BONNET. A cute little set for a member of the family. As it has sizes from 14 to 20 inches, it will even fit a preemie or a tiny bambino. The skirt of the dress and coat has a leaf pattern then the remainder is in a ribbed effect pattern. Done in double knitting yarn. Also, for those who like knitting in one piece, the coat and dress are both worked in one piece to the armholes. $12.50
K196: Ultimate Book of Cloths III. I would say, these books and afghans come to the top of the list where (good sellers) are concerned. Among these 84 pages you will find: Light House, Sailboat, Watering Can, Maple Leaf, Christmas Tree, Bee Stitch, Paw Prints, Teacup and many more. $20
K197: CASCADING LEAVES. Instead of a selection of dish cloth patterns it was suggested to me I should do some specialty designs which can be incorporated into so many projects. The first of these booklets has many leaf patterns. Bobble and Leaf, Veined, Embossed, Palm, Horizontal, Climbing, Twin, Twig, Gigantic and many more . $17.50
K198: Men’s Aran Cardigan and Sweaters in six sizes. These two patterns have come from the Sirdar Seascape Collection. $16.50
K199: Something different! A relatively simple three color Ski sweater and matching cap. A fairly simple fair-isle border with a fair-isle yoke; done in three colors. 34-40 inches. $10
K200: Another major milestone in our knitting library! We have reached number 200. Because of this have decided to have a special. Any order which is more than $15 receives this book free; apart from the normal SALE MONTHS of July/Aug. and Feb. /March. Diamonds Forever is another of those special booklets which has a wide selection of diamond patterns. Brocade, Bobble, Lacy, Inverness, Fancy, Ribbed, Baby and several Diamond Panels. $17.50
K201: Tree of Life Afghan. $10
K202: Sweater, Sweater Dress, Beret and Blanket; in 5 sizes: 18-26. The dress and blanket has a “sew on” later edging. $12.50
K203: Tree of Life Cardigan and Pullover: Cardigan for Adults and Pullover for kids. Cardigan: 48 to 57 ins. There is twin trees on each front with a basketweave pattern for back and sleeves. Pullover for Sizes: 4-6, 8-10 and 12-14. $12.50
K204: Kids’ Korner. Four sets for the younger set: Snow Princess, cardigan and leg warmers in Chunky Shetland and Twister by Patons. 26-1/2 to 32 ins. Bolero and Hat; 25 to 32 ins. Twister yarns by Patons. Ultra Groovy Poncho and Girl’s Loopy Cardigan. $15
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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