1963 How To Make Worthwhile Items From Odds & Ends Craft Booklet Relaxation Pub
$ 8.44
Description
1963 How To Make Worthwhile Items From Odds & Ends Craft Booklet Relaxation Pub. The back cover showcases otherRelaxation Publications handicraft booklets, making this a fun reference for collectors. • 🏙️Distributor: Arrow Handicraft Corporation, Chicago, Illinois. • 🏢Publisher: Relaxation Publications, Book No. 1109. Add authentic 1960s charm to your craft library with this original 1963 instruction booklet, “How To Make Worthwhile Items From Odds & Ends.” This mid-century booklet is packed with colorful retro illustrations and step-by-step instructions for turning everyday household scraps into decorative lamps, bottle-cap flower arrangements, pottery-style containers, plaques, and more. It’s perfect for anyone who loves upcycling, vintage DIY projects, or period-correct decor ideas. Inside you’ll find an “About the Author” page for television craft personality Naomi Minkin, along with multiple fully illustrated project spreads laid out in classic early-1960s graphic style. The back cover showcases other Relaxation Publications handicraft booklets, making this a fun reference for collectors. Binding is tight with no loose or missing pages. There is a previous owner’s name written in ink on one interior page and normal light age wear, but overall the booklet is clean, bright, and very displayable. Item specifics • 📚 Type: Vintage craft instruction booklet • 📅 Year: 1963 copyright • 🧶 Topic: Upcycling crafts, home decor from household odds & ends • 👩 🎨 Author: Naomi Minkin • 🏢 Publisher: Relaxation Publications, Book No. 1109 • 🏙️ Distributor: Arrow Handicraft Corporation, Chicago, Illinois • 📖 Format: Softcover stapled booklet, illustrated • 📏 Size: Approx. standard booklet size (see photos for scale) • 📄 Pages: Multiple project pages, appears complete • 🎨 Projects include: Lamps, bottle-cap flowers, decorative containers, plaques, etc. • 🏷️ Original price: 50¢ printed on front cover • 🧾 Language: English • 🏚️ Era: Mid-century modern / 1960s • 📸 Features: Bright cover art, illustrated instructions, ad for related titles on back Condition Very good vintage condition. Covers show light edge/corner wear and minor surface rubbing consistent with age. Staples firm, no loose or missing pages. Previous owner’s name in ink on one interior page. Pages show mild age toning but remain clean and fully legible. Please review all photos for the best overall impression of condition. Additional details Seller’s note: Please examine all photos carefully; they are part of the description. Vintage items may show minor flaws consistent with age and prior use. Feel free to message with any questions before purchasing. Keywords 1963 craft booklet, Relaxation Publications 1109, Arrow Handicraft, Naomi Minkin, odds and ends crafts, vintage DIY, mid century modern craft book, retro upcycling projects, bottle cap crafts, vintage lamp making, 1960s decor booklet, collectible craft ephemera, home handicraft instructions, kitsch craft book, worthwhile items from odds and ends booklet
