1912 Vintage Crochet Bag Patterns – Opera Bags, Reticules & Purses (PDF)
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1912 Vintage Crochet Bag Patterns – Opera Bags, Reticules & Purses (PDF)
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The Glossilla Book of Crochet Novelties, published by Bernhard Ulmann & Co. in New York in 1912, is devoted to elegant crocheted bags and accessories.
All 68 original pages are preserved, with a 12-page guide to the projects, stitches and historical materials.
What's inside
- Russian, Venetian, Puritan and Marie Antoinette bags
- Irish crochet opera bag and Glossilla opera bag
- Empire, Irish crochet and knot stitch reticules
- Coin purse, belts and ties
- Stitch instructions incl. coffee bean, knot and star stitch
The Archive Edition
The original pages are kept complete and in order. Our added pages come first and are clearly separated, so you can always work from the historic instructions.
File details
- Format: PDF, instant digital download
- Pages: 80 (68 original + 12 guide)
- Original publication: The Glossilla Book of Crochet Novelties, Bernhard Ulmann & Co., 1912
- Free bonus: 2027 Crochet Planner & Project Journal (188 pages, A4 + US Letter)
Good to know
- Digital download only. Nothing is shipped.
- Your download link appears on the order page and in your confirmation email right after payment.
- Historic terms, thread and hook sizes may differ from modern standards.
- For personal use. Please do not resell or share the files.
AI-assisted tools were used for cover artwork and some presentation images. The historic pages and patterns are original archive material.
Instant download
Download links appear on your order page and in your email right after payment. How downloads work
Free bonus planner
Every order includes our 188-page 2027 Crochet Planner & Project Journal in A4 and US Letter.
Make and sell
You may sell the finished items you make. Please don't share the files. License
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Questions & answers
What kind of bags are in the Glossilla book?
Russian, Venetian, Puritan and Marie Antoinette bags, Irish crochet and Glossilla opera bags, Empire and knot stitch reticules, a coin purse, belts and ties.
Can I use modern thread for these 1912 bags?
Yes. Glossilla was a period thread brand; match the thickness rather than the brand. Our guide covers the historical materials and stitches.
How will I receive my PDF?
Right after payment, download buttons appear on your order page and the links are also emailed to you. Nothing is shipped. How downloads work
Can I print the pattern at home?
Yes. The files print on both A4 and US Letter paper. Choose Fit to page or Scale to fit in your print settings.
Is the free crochet planner included?
Yes. Every order includes our 188-page 2027 Crochet Planner & Project Journal in A4 and US Letter.
Can I sell items I make from these patterns?
Yes. You may sell the finished handmade items you make. The PDF files themselves are for personal use and may not be shared or resold. License