April 1994:Vol. #1, Issue #1 Page Count: 31 Notes: *
TABLE OF CONTENTS
FEATURES
Strike Up the Bandboxes:
Evoke the flavor of American life in the mid-1800s(Berta Montgomery)-
Bandbox(pattern) by Robert F. Baldwin
Playing on the Past:
Reproduction Game Boards- Pachisi, Chinese Checkers, Backgammon(Mary Thompson)-
Pachisi(pattern) by Steve Cooper
Stitched in Time:
Stitching Samplers by charting and reproducing selected antique samplers(Marsha Van Valin)-
Pheve Smith's Sampler(pattern) by John Villani
Small Comforts:
Miniature Quilts of Tina Gravatt- Delectable Mountain(pattern), Geese in Flight(pattern) by Jean Florman
DEPARTMENTS
From Editor's Desk
(editor's note) by Molly Culbertson
Resources
Magazine Title: Country Home Folk Crafts Editor(s): Amy Elbert
Publication Frequency: BiMonthly
Began Publication: April 1994
Ended Publication: 1995?
Published by: Meredith Corporation, Des Moines, IA
Average Page Count: 31
Magazine Dimensions(ht. x w.): 11" x 8 1/2"
ISSN: 1074-0198
NOTE: All cover images this page were scanned from my private collection.
SUMMARY: I'd run across a handful of these on ebay and bought them on a whim - so happy I did, and so sad I haven't found any more of them yet. Each issue showcases 4 artisans who introduce their craft, and offer a project that the reader can try to see if they wish to pick that craft up. It's a wonderful idea for a magazine and I'm sorry I completely missed it the first time through.
HOW TO MAKE THIS MAGAZINE CATALOG SEARCHABLE:
METHOD ONE(downside is it takes some effort and time):
1. Open a blank page in your favorite word processing program.
2. Right click and "SELECT ALL"
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5. Use the search function as you normally would. Try to stick to only one word, since authors will sometimes use their middle initial, then not, change names, etc.
6. Trash the blank page when you're done.
METHOD TWO(downside is you have to wade through a lot of HTML code to read the entries):
1. Right click and "VIEW SOURCE". This will bring up a second window that will give you a behind-the-stage look at my coding along with the entries. There is a search function on source pages.
Use it as you would the search function for a word processor(see METHOD 1). Close the Source page when you're done.
Anyone with more information about this publication, or has issues to donate or sell, can contact me through My Contact Page.
"COUNTRY HOME FOLK CRAFTS" CATALOG OF ISSUES
1994: 5 ISSUES
April 1994:Vol. #1, Issue #1 Page Count: 31 Notes: *
TABLE OF CONTENTS
FEATURES
Strike Up the Bandboxes:
Evoke the flavor of American life in the mid-1800s(Berta Montgomery)-
Bandbox(pattern) by Robert F. Baldwin
Playing on the Past:
Reproduction Game Boards- Pachisi, Chinese Checkers, Backgammon(Mary Thompson)-
Pachisi(pattern) by Steve Cooper
Stitched in Time:
Stitching Samplers by charting and reproducing selected antique samplers(Marsha Van Valin)-
Pheve Smith's Sampler(pattern) by John Villani
Small Comforts:
Miniature Quilts of Tina Gravatt- Delectable Mountain(pattern), Geese in Flight(pattern) by Jean Florman
DEPARTMENTS
From Editor's Desk
(editor's note) by Molly Culbertson
Marriage of Artistry- Vancy Graining(painting wood to look like more expensive woods):
Carroll Hopf's decorative finishes capture the spirit, style of 19th-century artisans,
Picture Frame(pattern) by Rebecca JonMichaels, David W. Toht
Marriage of Artistry- Paper Cutting:
Claudia Hopf's scherenschnitte(paper cutting) in the tradition of German immigrants,
Birds and Heart, Dancing Unicorn(pattern) by Rebecca JonMichaels, David W. Toht
Hand-Smocked Heirlooms:
Hand-Smocked Heirlooms fashioned by Leah Cearlock,
Baby Bonnet(pattern) by John Villani
Hooked on Primitives:
Beth Sekerka's hooked rugs reflect the childlike charm of rare originals,
Crow With Sunflowers(pattern) by Robert F. Baldwin
Delicate Tokens of Goodwill:
Pysanky Eggs by artist Mary Dilliner-
Pysanky Egg(pattern) by Robert F. Baldwin
Stepping Back in Time:
Tara Loughlin reproduces Victorian-era Floor Cloths-
36"x48" Orange Harvest Floor Cloth(pattern) by Shirley Jacks
Chipping Away at Tradition:
Daniel Strawser carves whimsical figures in the style of 19th-century itinerant artisans-
Chip Carving Bird(pattern) by Jilann Severson
Quilts of Humble Origin:
Arlean Rosemore re-creates a bit of her own past, piecing and stitching quilts from old feed sacks-
Nine-Patch Quilt(pattern) by Margaret A. Haapoja
Whimsies in Tin:
Diana Mihaltse transforms sheets of used tin into whimsical folk art reminiscent of old weather vanes and hunting decoys-
Tin Whale(pattern) by David W. Toht
By Mountain Hands:
Traditional needlework craft of colonial knotting is carried on today by such Appalachian artisans as Elsie Trivette-
Knotted Pillow(pattern) by Suzanne Carmichael
Tapestries of Times Past:
Textile Artist Barbara Bond re-creates charming 19th-century table decorations known as penny rugs, using authentic-looking colors and designs-
Anchor and Hearts Penny Rug(pattern) by Heidi Tyline King
A Sweeping Legacy:
Master broom maker Ralph Gates is sweeping the craft to a fine art-
Cobweb Broom(pattern) by Suzanne Carmichael
Trees with a Tradition:
Sharen and Karen Bauer taught themselves how to make their own antique feather trees-
Feather Tree(pattern) by Heidi Tyline King
A Tinsmith's Treasures:
Jim DeCurtins creates punched tin stars, lighting fixtures, and other treasures of tin-
Punched Tin Star(pattern) by Robert F. Baldwin
Art from a Husk of Corn:
Pat Broyles shapes endearing figures from simple husks of corn-
Adam and Eve(pattern) by Jilann Severson
Birds of a Feather:
Stitchers flock to Jim Wiliams' needlepoint chicken pillows-
Chicken Pillow(pattern) by Jilann Severson
Playful Memories:
Kent Scheer plays with the past, carving delicate wooden toys, including a fanciful jumping jack-
Toy Pantin(pattern) by Suzanne Carmichael
CRAFTER'S HANDBOOK(projects):
Scrap Ornaments, How to Make Your Own by Linda Joan Smith
Storybook Stuffed Toy(Peter Rabbit)
Pillow-Finishing- Tips from an Expert
DEPARTMENTS
From Editor's Desk:
(editor's note) by Amy Elbert
Your Letters
PATTERN INSERT SHEET
RESOURCES
Crafts' Market
1995: 6 ISSUES
February 1995:Vol. #2, Issue #1 Page Count: 31 Notes: I haven't been able to find any issues past this one...
TABLE OF CONTENTS
FEATURES
Fish Decoys, Alluring Artistry:
Catch one of Ray Zelinski's ice-fishing decoys, handcarved and painted-
Bluegill Decoy(pattern) by David W. Toht
Paper Filigree:
Centuries-old paper craft practiced by quilling artist Malinda Johnston-
Filligree Heart(pattern) by Heidi Tyline King
Parlor Paintings on Velvet:
From naive to sophisticated, Nancy Rosier's theorems recall those of teh mid-1800s-
Theorem painting Bowl of Fruit(pattern) by Suzanne Carmichael
Weaving Threads To the Past:
Needlework designer Emie Bishop uses the Norwegian techniques of hardanger to create masterpieces on linen-
Heart of My Heart(pattern) by Jilann Severson
DEPARTMENTS
From Editor's Desk:
(editor's note) by Amy Elbert
Crafts Market
PATTERN INSERT SHEET
RESOURCES
April 1995:Vol. #2, Issue #2 Page Count: 31 Notes: *