Step back in time to the intricate world of women’s interests during WWI with The Modern Priscilla, July 1917. This scanned gem captures the essence of an era where needlework, fashion, and home life took center stage. Immerse yourself in the late Edwardian period as you browse authentic patterns for Heelless Hospital Stockings, Men’s Socks, and WWI Balaclavas, reflecting the patriotic spirit of the American Red Cross during wartime. Relive the transformation of household traditions through fascinating articles, including tips from “Learning to Cook with Marrion Harris Neal” on desserts and ice molds. Originally priced at fifty cents a year, this publication began in 1887 and rapidly expanded to encompass every detail of a homemaker’s life, blending the practical with the beautiful. Each scan of this issue unveils authentic 1917 advertisements and designs, bridging contemporary readers with a pivotal moment in our history, making it a treasure trove for enthusiasts of vintage culture and wartime home front resilience.
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.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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