If you enjoy making things, then you will really enjoy this book from Better Homes and Gardens titled "Cherished Dolls To Make For Fun." Any of these dolls would make a great gift for a daughter or granddaughter and with proper care, could become the next family heirloom!

Each doll pattern comes with complete instructions and templates. See photo two for a complete list of the contents.

I have two of these books – both in excellent condition...

This a February 10, 1974, issue of The Fort Worth Star Telegram Parade. This weekly magazine came with the Sunday newspaper.

The feature article in this issue is about Kay Summersby – President Eisenhower’s Aide...

This is a December, 1977, issue of Psychology Today magazine.

Some of the articles include:

1. The Art of Dreaming by Carlos Castaneda

2. Horatio Algers of the Nightmare by Elizabeth Stone

3. Discovering Your Problem-Solving Style by David W. Ewing

4. Should Psychiatrists Get Out of the Courtroom? by Jonas Robitscher & Roger Williams    

5. Too Close for Comfort by Paul M...

This book is will certainly jog your memory back to when we were all making just about everything from Macrame – bead curtains, hanging tables, plant hangers, wall hangings, and yes, purses! The title of the book is "Purse Strings – Macrame Handbags . . . Handmade By You." Craft Publications, Inc...

This is a publication titled "Tarrant County Government – A Citizens’ Handbook." Tarrant County is the home of Fort Worth, Texas. The book was published to inform citizens of Tarrant County about the services the Country provides for them...

This is a crochet and knitting instruction book titled "All-Time Favorite Afghans in Bear Brand and Fleisher Yarns – Vol. 31." The copyright date is 1944.

There are several very nice afghan patterns and instructions in this book. Some of the designs include Classic Knitted Afghan, Martinique Afghan (photo 2), Durbar Afghan, Ripple Afghan (photo 3), Knitted Ripple Afghan, and more.

The book is in good overall condition considering its age...

This a wonderful music book from the year 1936. The title is "Treasure Chest of Darn Fool Ditties." It was published by Treasure Chest Publications, Inc. of New York, New York.

The one thing I loved most about this song book is the wonderful stick-figures that illustrate each song. There is no acknowledgement given for the illustrations that accompany every song in the book...

This is a 1951 Roster for the Odd Fellow and Rebekah Organization for the Fort Worth, Texas, area. The book was sponsored by the Southside Rebekah Lodge No. 49. Grapevine and Burleson’s Lodge Membership roster is included, as well as, Silber Arrow Theata RHO Girls Club’s roster.

At the top of each page is an advertisement from a local merchant – probably sponsored the printing of the directory...

This is another great vintage book from Better Homes and Gardens. The title of the book is "Birthdays and Family Celebrations." There are dozens of delightful ideas and recipes for family red-letter days . . . birthdays, holidays, anniversaries, and more.

The many pictures of simpler times will bring back a sense of nostalgia such as the section for a Teenager’s Soda Fountain Birthday Party...

This an instruction book published by Leisure Arts titled "Afghan Book 3." It is full of some very pretty and unique afghans.

Some of the patterns include Floral Yo-Yos, Cables & Tweed, Broomstick Lace Panels, Picot Edge Granny, Patchwork Stars, Diamonds & Strips, and many more.

The book is in very good condition – inside and out. The outer cover has some minor wear to edges and corners. The interior pages are very clean – no writing or dog-ears...

This is a very nice book by George Dolan titled "Come Quick! Rodger’s Had A Fit!" The writing is taken from the humorist Mr. Dolan’s many years as a front-page columnist for the Fort Worth Star Telegram Newspaper. Harold Maples did the cartoons in the book.

Leonard Sanders, author of The Wooden Horseshoe, wrote the introduction to the book...

This is a children’s book by Katherine Evans titled "Little Bear Bumble." The book was published by Albert Whitman & Company of Chicago. The copyright is 1956.

This was book number two of a classroom library packet.

The story is about a little bear who stumbles through life – making one mistake after another. In the end, he becomes a hero to his forest friends.

The book is in good condition – inside and out. The cover has some minor wear to the corners and ed...