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Amy Barickman's Vintage Notions is an inspirational guide and creative collection that features needlework, cooking, sewing, fashion, and fun. This book was inspired by the wisdom of Mary Brooks Picken, a pioneer in the domestic arts and international authority on dressmaking and fashion. Mary... read more
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- Mary Brooks Picken: Born in 1886, she founded The Woman's Institute of Domestic Arts and Sciences. She is the inspiration for this book.
First Sentence edit
I heard a young woman say the other day, "Oh, I give up. What's the use of my trying to be anybody or trying to have nice things? My ambitions only make me restless and miserable."
Authors & Contributors edit
- Amy Barickman (Author)
First Edition edit
Original Language: English
Publisher: Amy Barickman, Inc.
Country: USA
Publication Date: 2010
ISBN: 0982627009
Page Count: 240
Publisher: Amy Barickman, Inc.
Country: USA
Publication Date: 2010
ISBN: 0982627009
Page Count: 240
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- Dewey: 746
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