Edwardian Era

Edwardian-era vintage crafts and fashion from The Modern Priscilla (1917) offer a rare glimpse into everyday life during World War I, where filet crochet patterns, Red Cross knitting, and elegant hairstyles reflected both beauty and duty. These 1917 magazine articles, photographs, and advertisements capture the transition from late Edwardian style into early 20th-century modernity, blending domestic arts with patriotic work for soldiers at the front. From bridal linens and doilies to family wedding portraits and housekeeping advice, this collection reveals how women’s creativity, home life, and fashion were shaped by wartime needs and changing cultural values.

A turn of the century Swedish Girl, German turn of the century photos, & random

Cabinet Cards, Old Photo Scans

This post explores a small but rich collection of vintage images: baby cabinet cards from German studios like Emil Tiedemann and Thiele, a New York portrait by J. Gurney & Son, and a Milwaukee photo by Hugo Broichl—plus later snapshots from the 1950s. Together they trace how families in Sweden, Germany, and the United States used studio portraits and early cameras to capture fleeting moments of childhood and identity at a time when every photograph was planned, precious, and meant to last.

Filet Crochet Patterns and the Back Pages from the July 1917 issue of The Modern Priscilla Magazine

Old Magazine Scans, The Modern Priscilla - WWI - July 1917

Discover the charming details from the July 1917 issue of The Modern Priscilla. This issue features intricate filet crochet patterns, fascinating Edwardian advertisements, practical housekeeping tips, wartime recipes, articles on nutrition, and innovative “Tested Household Devices.” Dive into a historical treasure trove that reflects the creativity and resilience of women during WWI.

Home Making a Business, and other pages from the July 1917 issue of The Modern Priscilla

Old Magazine Scans, The Modern Priscilla - WWI - July 1917

I think that the turn of the century business advice for women was just fascinating. It's "The story of a woman's success in adapting the materials at hand and developing from them a pleasant and profitable occupation...." . The middle section is...

1917 fashions, advertisements, and articles from The Modern Priscilla – July 1917 issue

Old Magazine Scans, The Modern Priscilla - WWI - July 1917

Magazine scans from The Modern Priscilla, July 1917 capture a world in transition: washable summer dresses, sporty separates, and kitchen wisdom from Marrion Harris Neal’s “Learning to Cook” (ices, macaroons, no‑maid etiquette), plus vintage ads shaped by WWI thrift as Edwardian curves soften toward the ease of the 1920s.

Knitted Garments Used for Both Army and Navy – World War I American Red Cross

Old Magazine Scans, The Modern Priscilla - WWI - July 1917

Discover the knitting patterns used during World War I for Army and Navy soldiers, sponsored by the American Red Cross. From the July 1917 issue of The Modern Priscilla, learn how women on the home front crafted helmets, socks, sleeveless sweaters, heelless hospital socks, and thumbless mitten wristers to provide warmth and support to troops fighting overseas. Explore this fascinating slice of history through vintage knitting and needlecraft.

Tatting and Embroidery Patterns from The Modern Priscilla – July 1917

Old Magazine Scans, The Modern Priscilla - WWI - July 1917

Discover the intricate tatting and embroidery patterns from the July 1917 issue of The Modern Priscilla, a unique window into the needlework of the WWI era. This vintage treasure highlights elegant bridal linens, Hardanger embroidery for tables, crocheted piano scarves, Filet patterns for accessories, and even block printing techniques. Dive into timeless designs created by resourceful women balancing artistry and necessity during a time of global change.

July 1917 – instructions for knitting items for the Red Cross and WWI Soldiers – The World War One issue of The Modern Priscilla Housekeeping Magazine

Old Magazine Scans, The Modern Priscilla - WWI - July 1917

The July 1917 issue of The Modern Priscilla magazine highlights the incredible role women played in World War I through knitting and sewing contributions. It includes detailed patterns and instructions for the Red Cross and soldiers overseas, as well as charming advertisements that bring this historical moment to life. Fascinating and practical, this magazine offers a glimpse into wartime patriotism on the home front.

Summer 1917 Edwardian Hair Styles – and the last of the April 1917 scans

Old Magazine Scans, The Modern Priscilla - April 1917

Explore the elegance of Edwardian fashion and beauty with insights from The Modern Priscilla magazine’s April 1917 issue. Discover summer hairstyle trends, including intricate updos and curls, corset adjustment tips for the perfect S-curve silhouette, advice on creative uses for peanuts, and charming vintage advertisements. This fascinating glimpse into Edwardian life highlights the beauty, domesticity, and cultural expectations of women in 1917—all wrapped in the timeless delicacy of lace. Dive into history and see how these trends shaped the early 20th century!

Edwardian Cooking and Kitchen Advice, Ads and “How to”s from 1917

Old Magazine Scans, The Modern Priscilla - April 1917

Here is some classic Edwardian housekeeping advice. It's mainly advice on cooking, serving meals, and meal planning. There is an interesting article about how to incorporate healthy salads into meals, and some salad recipes. This appears to be the...

Late Edwardian Fashion Illustrations, Style Advice, Recipes and Advertisements

Old Magazine Scans, The Modern Priscilla - April 1917

Discover the elegance and practicality of Edwardian fashion through the stunning illustrations and advice in The Modern Priscilla magazine from April 1917. From bridal styles and house dresses to children’s summer outfits and chic spring coats, this issue highlights the adaptable beauty of early 20th-century design. It even features a wartime baking powder recipe to substitute eggs, showing how homemakers balanced creativity and resourcefulness during food shortages. Dive into a fascinating snapshot of Edwardian life, complete with style, grace, and ingenuity!

Edwardian Filet Crochet Pattern from 1917

Old Magazine Scans, The Modern Priscilla - April 1917

The April 1917 issue of The Modern Priscilla featured an exquisite Edwardian filet crochet pattern as its centerfold. This detailed design included instructions to create various elegant items, such as bridal teacloths, napkins, pincushions, scarfs, scarf ends, and doilies. Reflecting the refined artistry of the Edwardian era, this pattern is a timeless example of crochet craftsmanship and remains a source of inspiration for modern crafters today. Perfect for creating heirloom-quality pieces, it serves as a window into the domestic creativity and elegance of 1917.

1917 Edwardian Lace Fashions on Clothing

Old Magazine Scans, The Modern Priscilla - April 1917

Here is some 1917 advice and articles from the Modern Priscilla on adding lace to women's clothing, decorating hats with embroidery, and an article or advertisement about Summer Blouses of Viole fabric. Everything about the Edwardian fashions...

Tatting and needlework patterns from the April 1917 issue of The Modern Priscilla

Old Magazine Scans, The Modern Priscilla - April 1917

I scanned thru the needlework section of the April 1917 issue of The Modern Priscilla, which had patterns and advice about how to make lace doilies, tatting patterns and instructions for lace edges on linens, crochet patterns, small hand sewn gifts...

Weddings! April 1917 issue of The Modern Priscilla – cover and first few pages

Old Magazine Scans, The Modern Priscilla - April 1917

Apparently this ladies' home and house keeping magazine's issue was just published right before the United States entered World War I in April of 1917. The theme of this month's issue of The Modern Priscilla was "Weddings". I'm loving the...

Turn of the century wedding, couples, and portraiture

Cabinet Cards, Old Photo Scans

Explore turn-of-the-century wedding portraits, from stunning black corseted dresses of the 1890s to the rise of white bridal gowns in the early 1900s. Delve into the history of wedding fashion, preserved through cabinet card photography, and uncover the stories behind these timeless vintage photographs.

1890s Childrens Portraits

Cabinet Cards, Old Photo Scans

This is my second-to-last batch of turn-of-the-century photo scans, thoughtfully curated into “children” and “adults.” These 1890s cabinet card portraits of children offer a fascinating glimpse into Victorian life, showcasing intricate fashion, cultural values, and the art of 19th-century photography. One photo even revealed a hidden surprise—a small picture tucked behind the backing of the cardboard. These portraits preserve the innocence and charm of a bygone era in stunning detail!

Turn of the century Children’s photos – from 1906

Cabinet Cards, Old Photo Scans

I found a date on these turn of the century children's and family photos I scanned. On the back of the photo of the young woman in a white dress by St. Louis photographer J. Hass, was written "1906" (which I also scanned). I'm guessing that the...

Family photos from 1913 and the early part of the 1900s

Cabinet Cards, Old Photo Scans

Here are a few of my latest old photo scans. The family photo in the white frame was dated 1913 on the back. The last one is clearly a class photo that some small child or angsty teen has drawn thru and torn up a bit - is it from the first decade...

Very formal turn of the century wedding photo, and a random one or 2 from 1914

Cabinet Cards, Old Photo Scans

J. Haas shot a very lovely looking portrait of a young couple, which I am guessing (but not sure) would be around 1908-ish because of her high necked long tulip flared gown and poofed sleeves. Please correct me in the comments if I'm wrong! I am...

St. Louis Turn of the Century Family Photography

Cabinet Cards, Old Photo Scans

A richly scanned collection of turn‑of‑the‑century St. Louis cabinet cards and studio portraits—J. Haas, Setzer, When, Crescent, Parsons, and others—featuring a young soldier, First Communion scenes, and unforgettable character studies. Dive into Victorian‑to‑Edwardian fashion details, studio backdrops, and card‑back imprints to help date and better understand these Missouri family photographs.

Turn of the century photos from Crescent Studios, J. Haas, Setzer, and Parsons of St. Louis Mo

Cabinet Cards, Old Photo Scans

This first old photo of a girl with glasses in a white dress looks really silly. I feel sorry for her! The last picture, which looks like a turn of the century communion photo, also looks very awkward. I appreciate the interesting background that...

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Edwardian Era

A turn of the century Swedish Girl, German turn of the century photos, & random

Filet Crochet Patterns and the Back Pages from the July 1917 issue of The Modern Priscilla Magazine

Home Making a Business, and other pages from the July 1917 issue of The Modern Priscilla

1917 fashions, advertisements, and articles from The Modern Priscilla – July 1917 issue

Knitted Garments Used for Both Army and Navy – World War I American Red Cross

Tatting and Embroidery Patterns from The Modern Priscilla – July 1917

July 1917 – instructions for knitting items for the Red Cross and WWI Soldiers – The World War One issue of The Modern Priscilla Housekeeping Magazine

Summer 1917 Edwardian Hair Styles – and the last of the April 1917 scans

Edwardian Cooking and Kitchen Advice, Ads and “How to”s from 1917

Late Edwardian Fashion Illustrations, Style Advice, Recipes and Advertisements

Edwardian Filet Crochet Pattern from 1917

1917 Edwardian Lace Fashions on Clothing

Tatting and needlework patterns from the April 1917 issue of The Modern Priscilla

Weddings! April 1917 issue of The Modern Priscilla – cover and first few pages

Turn of the century wedding, couples, and portraiture

1890s Childrens Portraits

Turn of the century Children’s photos – from 1906

Family photos from 1913 and the early part of the 1900s

Very formal turn of the century wedding photo, and a random one or 2 from 1914

St. Louis Turn of the Century Family Photography

Turn of the century photos from Crescent Studios, J. Haas, Setzer, and Parsons of St. Louis Mo

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