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The Mary Frances knitting and crocheting book: or, Adventures among the knitting people is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Fryer, Jane Eayre (1876–?).
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"The Mary Frances Knitting and Crocheting Book: or, Adventures among the Knitting People" by Jane Eayre Fryer is a charming instructional book for children written in the early 20th century. This work combines elements of storytelling with practical lessons in knitting and crocheting, aiming to engage young readers through delightful adventures while teaching them useful skills. The main character, Mary Frances, sets off on a journey alongside various whimsical characters known as the Knitting People, who eagerly help her learn the arts of knitting and crocheting. At the start of the book, the author introduces Mary Frances and her whimsical knitting and crocheting companions, including Crow Shay and Wooley Ball, who are animated tools come to life. The opening chapters set the stage for Mary Frances’ lessons, with her grandmother's knitting needles and crochet hook debating their craft's merits. With Aunt Maria's promise to teach her, Mary Frances discovers the magical world of knitting and crocheting, eager to create various items for her dolls. There is a strong emphasis on the importance of learning, practice, and the joy of creating, which resonates throughout the narrative as Mary Frances begins her adventures among these magical helpers.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Mary Frances knitting and crocheting book: or, Adventures among the knitting people
- Author credits: Fryer, Jane Eayre (1876–?)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Crocheting
- Crocheting -- Patterns
- Knitting
- Knitting -- Patterns
- Mary Frances (Fictitious character) -- Juvenile fiction
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- Category: How To ...
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