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Have Yourself a Very Vintage Christmas: Crafts, Decorating Tips, and Recipes, 1920s-1960s [Hardcover]

Susan Waggoner
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Book Description

November 1, 2011

In her newest volume, Susan Waggoner recaptures the magic of Christmases past with the vintage crafts projects readers have been craving. Inspired by the most sought-after treasures from the 1920s through the 1960s, Waggoner recreates a tempting array of decorations and provides step-by-step instructions that allow anyone to deck their halls with cellophane wreaths, glittered glass ornament balls, beaded bell garlands, and whimsical, tinsel-bedecked treat cups. Those pressed for time will also find quick crafts for every decade, along with style notes and decorating tips to pull it all together. Nostalgic bonus art throughout provides a host of images to use in greeting cards and photo holders. And to keep spirits merry and energy flowing, Waggoner includes a sampler of easy-to-make candy recipes, from Mackinac Island Fudge to old-fashioned soft caramels.

Praise for Have Yourself a Very Vintage Christmas:

“If you're looking for nostalgia or a retro style, this is the perfect book to help you plan your Christmas decorations. . . . A well-thought-out themed book for any craft collection.” —Library Journal

“Packed with an amazing amount of information and/or tips for having a fab retro holiday of your own.” —The Costco Connection


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Have Yourself a Very Vintage Christmas: Crafts, Decorating Tips, and Recipes, 1920s-1960s + Christmas Memories: Gifts, Activities, Fads, and Fancies, 1920s-1960s + It's a Wonderful Christmas: The Best of the Holidays 1940-1965
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About the Author

Susan Waggoner has written numerous fiction and nonfiction books, including STC’s It’s a Wonderful Christmas, Under the Tree, Christmas Memories, and, with Robert Markel, Cocktail Hour, Vintage Cocktails, and Make Mine Vodka. Waggoner lives in New York City.


Product Details

  • Hardcover: 144 pages
  • Publisher: Stewart, Tabori & Chang (November 1, 2011)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1584799234
  • ISBN-13: 978-1584799238
  • Product Dimensions: 7 x 0.8 x 9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #457,876 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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19 of 20 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Disappointed in the lack of pictures.. December 1, 2011
By Ana
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
I was so excited about this book, having read the description and seen the cover, but i must admit i am pretty disappointed. There is a ton of text, and just not enough pictures, for this style of book, and the photos and layout it does have are not very inspiring. Martha Stewart's take on vintage christmas crafts are head over heels above what is in this book. The author's other books are so fun and colorful, so i was expecting more of the same, but it feels as if this book was thrown together to get it out before the holidays. Who wants to read long descriptions of christmas tree styles and ornaments from the different eras with so few photos or accompanying graphics? On sale, not a bad book, just not a great one..
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
3.0 out of 5 stars Not for Me July 12, 2012
By Rose
Format:Hardcover
The content is great so do not get me wrong BUT if it is pictures, examples, how-to's then DO NOT get this book. There may be about 20 or 30 or less clip art pictures.

If that is what your looking for then I would recommend DOVER Books (unbelievably low prices) online....which seemed to be this source for this book (although not for sure).

I always worry when they don't want to share "more" on the "LOOK INSIDE"...and even with what they do show it seems to give the impression that more clip-art or photo examples are included...which they are not...really....slightly disappointing...for what I was looking for/expecting.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars another classic "old-tme" Christmas book January 6, 2012
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Once again, the author has struck the right chord for me in my quest for all things "vintage" --I was fortunate to grow up in the late 40' and 50's, so all of the old references and images really resonate with me. Many hours of enjoyable reading and remembering.
Wallace McMillan
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book! Fun read!
Very informative, entertaining and fun with many great ideas, illustrations and photos. Susan Waggoner's books about Christmas offer everything I could ask for when hunting for... Read more
Published 4 days ago by Rebecca S. Evans
4.0 out of 5 stars Cute
This made a great gift for my 80yo mother who has everything. Some of the recipes were similar to my grandma's.
Published 2 months ago by C. L. Campbell
1.0 out of 5 stars book - Have Yourself A Very Vintage Christmas: CRAFTS, Decorating...
The Customer Service of this dealer was WONDERFUL. My order was shipped right out and the packaging was PERFECT. I would order from this dealer again. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Elaine
5.0 out of 5 stars Great!
History and Christmas combined into a different how-to book. I didn't know I was looking for this until I found it! Enjoy all you Christmas buffs. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Kim Long
4.0 out of 5 stars Informative and fun
It was a great read to get me into the holiday spirit. I loved all the history and information in this book, and I will definitely be making some of the crafts and candy in this... Read more
Published 3 months ago by L. Barclay
5.0 out of 5 stars great
Was a good gift idea and popular with my family that I have given them too, nice graphics and interesting to look at.
Published 4 months ago by connies
5.0 out of 5 stars Christmas Crafts
This is what the wife was looking for towards the holidays.

It came in handy.

Have a happy New Year.

Thanks,
Published 4 months ago by Jack J Marks
5.0 out of 5 stars Vintage Christmas
This is a fabulous book! I find these so darned entertaining! It brings back memories, even if I wasn't crafting in my childhood!
Pam
Published 4 months ago by ZolPam
5.0 out of 5 stars have yourself a very vintage Christmas crafs, decorating tips
Great book. Lots of fun readying it. brought back memories. Came on time in excellent condition. Everyone should read the book
Published 4 months ago by holiday
5.0 out of 5 stars great little book
Love vintage, so this fits into my style perfectly. The book has great colors on the projects, easy to follow instructions, and easy to find supplies. Read more
Published 7 months ago by alice
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