(With Black and White Cover Photos)

Please note that some kits numbers from the 1950s overlap the kit numbers from the 1960s and 1970s. These are almost always completely distinct, unrelated kits.

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1959

Color Picture	Kit Cover Picture	Kit Name	Kit #	Year	Details/Description
	(see 8249)	Toaster Cover	8250		Coordinates with Jeweled calendar 8249. Featured in Fall/Winter 1959 McCalls Needlework Ad.
		1960 jeweled calendar	8249	1959	Calendar Felt Wall Hanging. Featured in Fall/Winter 1959 McCalls Needlework Ad.
		Christmas panel (Nylokraft)	8248	1959	Felt Wall Hanging
		Snowman mail bag	8247	1959	Felt Card Holder
		Santa’s Jeweled Mail Bag	8246	1959	Felt Card Holder
		Jeweled Christmas Tree card holder	8245	1959	Felt Card Holder
	(picture needed)	Jeweled Santa card holder	8244	1959	Felt Card Holder
		Santa lid cover	8243	1959	Felt Bath Kit
		Santa Claus table decoration	8242	1959	Centerpiece Felt
	(photo needed)	Santa Furry Pillow	8241	1959
		Jeweled Door Chime	8240	1959	Felt Wall Hanging
		Santa’s Engine jeweled kiddie stocking	8239	1959	Jeweled Kiddie Christmas Stocking. Of Colorful felt with Nylokraft trim.
	(see 8235)	Christmas Glamour party apron	8238	1959	Felt Clothing Kit
	(picture needed)	Christmas Glamour tree skirt	8237	1959	Felt Tree Skirt
		Christmas Glamour door chime	8236	1959	Felt Wall Hanging
		Christmas Glamour stocking	8235	1959	Felt Stocking
	(see 8231)	Christmas Bells Party Apron	8234	1959	Felt Clothing Kit (Nylokraft)
	(picture needed)	Christmas Bells tree skirt	8233	1959	Felt Tree Skirt (nylokraft)
		Christmas Bells table panel	8232	1959	Felt Table-wear (nylokraft)
		Christmas Bells door chime	8231	1959	Felt Wall Hanging (nylokraft)
		Christmas Bells stocking	8230	1959	Felt Stocking (nylokraft)
	(see 8228)	Christmas Glamour nylon net table panel	8229	1959	Felt Table-wear
		Christmas Glamour nylon net table cloth	8228	1959	Felt Table-wear. 72×108″.
		Christmas Glamour nylon net table cloth	8227	1959	Felt Table-wear. 72×90″
		“Christmas Bells” Dinner Ensemble	8222-8226
	(see 8220)	“Holiday” Toaster Cover	8221		Matches 8220.
		Pair of “Holiday” Belgian Linen Guest Towels	8220
		Pair of “Holiday” Belgian Linen Guest Towels	8219	1959
		Country Style Dinette Ensemble	8200-8206	1959	Perk up your kitchen or dinette with this gay ensemble. Stampe on find quality Belgian Oyster Linen for easy-to-do colorful cross-stitch. All articles, except Dinette Cloth and Napkins, ready sewn and finished with red trim. Flosses included. 8200–Cloth 41×43(?) 8201–Set of 4 Napkins 8202–Pair of Tea Towels 8203–Pair of Potholders 8204–Toaster Cover 8205–Mixer Cover 8206–Hostess Apron –McCalls Ad, Fall/Winter 1959
		Famous Quotations	8197	1959	on white linen. Different saying than 8196. Featured in Fall/Winter 1959 McCalls Needlework Ad.
		Famous Quotations	8196	1959	on white linen. Featured in Fall/Winter 1959 McCalls Needlework Ad.
		Child’s Prayer	8195	1959	White linen 11×14 Featured in Fall/Winter 1959 McCalls Needlework Ad.
		No Place Like Home	8194	1959	Tan linen, 15×27 Featured in Fall/Winter 1959 McCalls Needlework Ad.
		Sewing and Handy Apron	8189	1959	Ready-sewn with 4 large utility pockets. Tape measure, separate scissor pockets, etc., trimming and flosses included. Featured in Fall/Winter 1959 McCalls Needlework Ad.
	(picture needed)	Cutie the Cat Furry Pillow	8188	1959	Featured in McCalls ad, fall/winter 1959. Featured in Fall/Winter 1959 McCalls Needlework Ad.
		Curly the Poodle	8187	1959	Featured in McCalls ad, fall/winter 1959. Featured in Fall/Winter 1959 McCalls Needlework Ad.
		Leo the Lion Furry Pillow	8186	1959	Featured in Fall/Winter 1959 McCalls Needlework Ad.
	(picture needed)	Missy Mouse Hug Me Toy	8185	1959	Featured in McCalls ad, fall/winter 1959. Featured in Fall/Winter 1959 McCalls Needlework Ad.
		The Imp Doll	8184	1959	Featured in McCalls ad, fall/winter 1959. Featured in Fall/Winter 1959 McCalls Needlework Ad.
		Poncho the Baby Calf Hug-Me-Toy	8183	1959	Featured in Fall/Winter 1959 McCalls Needlework Ad.
		“Blossoms” The Skunk	8182	1959	Featured in Fall/Winter 1959 McCalls Needlework Ad.
	(picture needed)	“High Hat Freddie” The Frog	8180	1959	Featured in Fall/Winter 1959 McCalls Needlework Ad.
	(picture needed)	Cuddly Kitten Pajama Pillow	8179	1959	Featured in Fall/Winter 1959 McCalls Needlework Ad.
	(picture needed)	Three Little Kittens Nursery Ensemble	8174-8178	1959	Featured in Fall/Winter 1959 McCalls Needlework Ad. 8174–Crib Cover 36×50 8175–Crib Cover 40×60 8176–Pajama Pillow 8177–Set of 3 Bibs 8178–“Mommy Cat” Toy
	(picture needed)	Pilgrim’s Pride Quilt Kit	8137-8138	1959	Jiffy Cross-stitch kit. 8137 pink or blue percale. 8138 white percale. Featured in Fall/Winter 1959 McCalls Needlework Ad.
	(picture needed)	Old Salem Quilt Kit	8136	1959	Jiffy Cross-stitch kit. Featured in Fall/Winter 1959 McCalls Needlework Ad.
	(picture needed)	“Classic Plumes” for simple Cutwork	8120	1959	Tablecloth Kits Featured in Fall/Winter 1959 McCalls Needlework Ad. Both these exquisite designs are stamped on lovely “Supreme Quality” Belgian Oyster Linen. Available in these sizes: 54 x 54″ Tablecloth 54 x 72″ Tablecloth 60 x 80″ Tablecloth 72 x 90 Tablecloth 72 × 108″ Tablecloth 5 Pc. Tea Set (Card Table Cover and 4 Napkins) 18″ Napkins Cutwork design 8120 also available in 3 size scarfs and place mats.”
	(picture needed)	“Hydrangeas” for easy Cross-stitch	8119	1959
	(picture needed)	“Parasols” Pillow Tubing	8084	Spring 1959
	(picture needed)	“Daisy Chain” Pillow Tubing	8083	Spring 1959
	(picture needed)	Pair of Supreme Quality Belgian Linen Guest Towels	8081	Spring 1959
		Pair of “Nylon Ruffled” Guest Towels	8078	Spring 1959	Pair of Nylon Ruffled Superfine Deluxe Belgian Linen Guest Towels. Stamped on superfine Deluxe quality Ivory Linen; finished with decorative swiss-edge. Dainty permanent-pleated blue nylon ruffle, rhinestones and flosses to complete included. Design: Welcome Guest with toiletry bottles.
	(picture needed)	Pair of Guest Towels	8071	Spring 1959	Musical Motifs
	(picture needed)	Pair of “Union Line” kitchen towels	8067	Spring 1959	“Country Fair” design Tea Towels
	(see 8062)	Rural Delivery wall hanging	8066	Spring 1959
	(see 8062)	Rural Delivery hostess apron	8065	Spring 1959
	(see 8062)	Rural Delivery mixer cover	8064	Spring 1959
	(see 8062)	Rural Delivery toaster cover	8063	Spring 1959
		Rural Delivery pair of potholders	8062	Spring 1959
	(see 8062)	Rural Delivery pair of kitchen towels	8061	Spring 1959
	(see 8062)	Rural Delivery set of 4 napkins	8060	Spring 1959
	(see 8062)	Rural Delivery Dinette cloth	8059	Spring 1959
	(picture neeeded)	“Hers” Apron and Mitt Barbecue Set	8058	Spring 1959	“His and Hers” Apron and Mitt Barbecue Sels Completely sewn fine quality sanforized poplin with jumbo sized pockets. Quilted Mitts padded for protection. Flosses included”.
	(picture neeeded)	“His” Apron and Mitt Barbecue Set	8057	Spring 1959
		Mrs. Rabbit Hug Me Toy	8053	Spring 1959	20″ tall.
	(see 8053)	Mr. Rabbit Hug-Me toy	8052	Spring 1959
	(picture neeeded)	Furry Bunny Pillow	8051	Spring 1959
	(picture neeeded)	Nursery Ensemble	8046-8050	Spring 1959	Early to Bed Early to Rise clock theme. 8046 36×50″ Crib Cover 8047 40×60 Crib Cover 8048 Pajama Pillow 8049 Set of 2 Bibs 8050 Wall Hanging
	(picture neeeded)	Three Little Bears Carriage or Bassinet Blanket	8045	Spring 1959
	(picture neeeded)	Kimono	8044	Spring 1959	Pink, white, green, or maize flannel. Flosses included.
	(picture neeeded)	Sacque	8043	Spring 1959	Pink, white, green, or maize flannel. Flosses included.
	(picture neeeded)	Set of 3 Mealtime Bibs	8041	Spring 1959	Cute animals hold “real” miniature placemats of waffle pique. Bibs finished with ric rac, trim, binding, flannel lining, Flosses included.
		“Monticello” Quilt	8026	Spring 1959	Jiffy Cross-Stitch Quilt. Made in two sizes, single or double.
		Rambler Rose	8025	Spring 1959	Jiffy Cross-Stitch Quilt. Made in two sizes, single or double. Stamped on fine quality White Percale for easy-to-do Jiffy cross-stilch in any monotone coloring lo harmonize with your bedroom. Instructions for embroidery, padding and quilting included. (Size 81 x 108″ Batting sufficient to pad either size Quilt) Ask for Bucilla Cotton Kit No. 025K containing sufficient embroidery floss lo complete this quilt–available only in shades of rose and green as shown. THIS PACKAGE CONTAINS SINGLE SIZE QUILT All Cotton
		(pillowcase embroidery kit)	8024		cross-stitch embroidery.
	(picture neeeded)	“Thistle” Tablecloth Kit	8008	Spring 1959	Stamped on Supreme Quality Belgian Oyster Linen.
	(picture neeeded)	(tablecloth kit, name illegible on ad)	8007	Spring 1959	Stamped on Supreme Quality Belgian Oyster Linen.
		Safari Pillow Kits (Zebra, Tiger, Leopard)	??	1959	You can take your pick of three patterns: leopard, tiger, or zebra. The kit for each pattern includes a canvas pillow top partially stitched to show the outlines of the pattern, and wool to complete the pattern and background. The leopard kit contains wool in black and several shades of yellow; the tiger kit has rust and black wool; the zebra, black and white. Also included in each kit: black velvet piping, black velvet for the pillow back, along with easy-to-follow instructions for completing the pillow. You supply your own filling, which could be a ready-made pillow since the cover fits a standard 14″ by 16″ form. The kits, by Bucilla, cost $6.99 for zebra and tiger, $7.99 for leopard. –House & Garden October 1959 issue Color photo from House & Garden December 1960 issue. Black and white photo from House & Garden October 1959 issue.

1958

Advertisement	Color Picture	Kit Cover Picture	Kit Name	Kit #	Year	Details/Description
		(picture needed)	Perpetual Calendar	3498		17×25″ wall hanging. Easy to cross-stitch “timeless” sampler of Nylokraft. Practical, lasting gift. Rod, cord, tassel, flosses included.
		(picture needed)	Toaster Cover	3497		Matches 3496. Mentioned but not pictured in 1958 Fall/Winter McCalls Ad.
		(picture needed)	1959 Calendar	3496		Shown in 1958 Fall/Winter McCalls Ad. 3496 • 1959 Calendar • 18 x 24″ 3497 Toaster Cover (not shown) A most unusual ‘year round” gift everyone will welcome. Gaily hand printed on no-iron, easy – to – launder Nylokraft and so simple to do … no embroidery. Rod and decorative cord with tassels for hanging, colorful sequins included. Charming Toaster Cover to match.
(not pictured in ad)			Pair of Nylokraft Christmas Candles	3495	1958	Centerpiece Felt
			Holly Girl centerpiece	3494	1958	“Gay touch for your Christmas table, mantle or tree. Of felt with jeweled ornaments–easy to do . . . no embroidery.”
			Keyhole Christmas Panel	3493	1958	Felt Wall Hanging 3493-“Keyhole” Christmas Panel Size 14 x 26″ for wall, window or doors. Hand printed on Nylokraft — the easy-to launder, drip-dry, felt-like fabric. No embroidery. Rod, cord, trims included.
		(picture needed)	Christmas Carols Wall Panel	3492	1958	Felt Wall Hanging “Christmas Carols” Wall Panel Size 11 x 16″ Colorfully hand printed on Nylokraft—the felt-like fabric that’s easily laundered and drip-dries no embroidery, Mode in a jiffy, Rod and decorative cord for hanging, rhinestones and sequins included.
		(picture needed)	Choir Boys and Girls Wall Panel	3491	1958	Felt Wall Hanging Window. door or wall decorations. Colorfully hand printed on Nylo- krait—the washable, drip-dry felt-like miracle fabric. No embroidery—just add the jingte-belIs, sequins. trim included. Kit contains pair.
(not pictured in ad)			“Nylokraft” Christmas Gift Holder	3490??		(last two digits on kit are semi-illegible, kit number listed is best guess from photo)
			Santa’s Mail Holder	3489	1958	Felt Card Holder
			Santa Pillow	3488	1958	Pillow A jolly sitting -up “Santa”. doubles as a pillow or mantle decoration. Easy-to-do — no embroidery, Includes stamped felt, sequins, and all trim. –1958-59 Fall/Winter McCalls Needlecraft.
			Snowman	3487	1958	Felt Card Holder
			Teddy Bear kiddie Christmas stocking	3486	1958	Felt Stocking
(not pictured in ad)		(see 3482)	Star Glow Apron (Nylokraft)	3485	1958	Felt Apron Kit
		(picture needed)	Star Glow tree skirt	3484	1958	Felt Tree Skirt. 36″
			Star Glow door chime	3483	1958	Felt Wall Hanging
			Star Glow stocking	3482	1958	Felt Stocking
			Noel hostess apron (Nylokraft)	3481	1958	Felt Clothing Kit
		(picture needed)	“Jeweled” Christmas Tree Skirt	3480	1958	36″ Tree Skirt or Table Center
(not pictured in ad)			Noel door chime (Nylocraft)	3479	1958	Felt Wall Hanging
(not pictured in ad)		(picture needed)	Noel stocking (Nylokraft)	3478	1958	Felt Stocking
		(see 3473)	Nylokraft Happy Holidays hostess apron	3477	1958	Felt Clothing Kit
		(picture needed)	Nylokraft Happy Holidays Tree Skirt or table center	3476	1958	Felt Tree Skirt
		(picture needed)	Nylokraft Happy Holidays Table Panel	3475	1958	Felt Table-wear
		(see 3473)	Nylokraft Happy Holidays Door Chime	3474	1958	Felt Wall Hanging
			Nylokraft Happy Holidays Stocking	3473	1958	Felt Stocking
			“Christmas Glow” Dining Ensemble	3468-3472		3468 – 60×90″ table cover 3469 – 60×108″ table cover 3470 – 4 napkins 3471 – Table Panel 20×52″ 3472 – Apron
				…
			Pair of Guest Towels	3451	1958	Featured in Fall/Winter 1958 McCalls Ad Aqua color Superfine Linen with hand thread drawn hemstitched hem. Kit includes flosses
			“Add a Square” Tablecloths	3447-3448	1958	Supreme quality Belgian Oyster Linen 3447: Set of 4 – 20″ Squares 3448: Set of 4 – 18″ Napkins Featured in Fall/Winter 1958 McCalls Ad
			Pair of Tea Towels	3446	1958	Featured in Fall/Winter 1958 McCalls Ad Union-Linen with smart colorful easy-to-do appliques. Kit includes appliques and flosses.
			Sugar & Spice Dinette Endsemble	3439-3443	1958	Sugar & Spice Dinette Endsemble with charming nylon ruffle trim. Dress up your dinette with this new and different ensemble of fine quality Oyster linen with permanent pleated pink or aqua nylon ruffles. Kits include flosses, mylar thread and ruffles. 3439–Pair of Tea Towels 3440–Pair of Potholders 3441–Toaster Cover 3442–Mixer Cover 3443–Wall Hanging (Size 11×17″) with rod and decorative cord –Fall/Winter 1958 McCalls Ad
			“Table for Two” Dinette Ensemble	3432-3438		Advertised in 1958-59 Fall/Winter McCalls Needlecraft. Fine quality Sanforized Boiltex in colorfast red or gold. Complete matched ensemble stamped for easy to do cross-stitch.All articles ready sewn. Kits included flosses, delicate fringe for trimming table and chair motifs, gold mylar and rhinestones for highlights. 3432–Dinette Cloth 3433–Set of 4 Napkins 3434–Pair of Tea Towels 3435–Pair of Potholders (not shown) 3436–Toaster Cover 3437–Mixer Cover (not shown) 3438–Hostess Apron
			Guest Sampler	3431	1958	Cross-stitch wall hangings. 16×24″ each. Supreme quality Belgian Oyster linen. Advertised in 1958-59 Fall/Winter McCalls Needlecraft.
			Lord’s Prayer (Catholic Version)	3430	1958
			Lord’s Prayer (Protestant Version)	3429	1958
			Time Sampler	3427	1958	Cross-stitch samplers. Advertised in 1958-59 Fall/Winter McCalls Needlecraft.
			Child’s Prayer	3426	1958
			“Do it Yourself” His and Hers Ensemble	3416-3417	1958	Ready sewn aprons to embroider. Advertised in 1958-59 Fall/Winter McCalls Needlecraft. 3416–Work Apron (his) 3417–Sewing Apron (hers)
			Leopard Furry Pillow Kit	3415	1958	Advertised in 1958-59 Fall/Winter McCalls Needlecraft.
			Clown Furry Pillow Kit	3414	1958	Advertised in 1958-59 Fall/Winter McCalls Needlecraft.
			Snowman Furry Pillow Kit	3413	1958	Advertised in 1958-59 Fall/Winter McCalls Needlecraft.
			Pinto the Pony TV or Play Pillow	3412	1958	Advertised in 1958-59 Fall/Winter McCalls Needlecraft.
			Flappy the Seal TV or Play Pillow	3411	1958	Advertised in 1958-59 Fall/Winter McCalls Needlecraft.
			Rah Rah the Tiger Stuftoy	3410	1958	Plush animal kit Advertised in 1958-59 Fall/Winter McCalls Needlecraft. .
		(photo needed)	“Go Go” the Monkey	3409	1958	Advertised in 1958-59 Fall/Winter McCalls Needlecraft.
		(photo needed)	“Fritzie” the Daschund	3408	1958	Advertised in 1958-59 Fall/Winter McCalls Needlecraft.
			“Ring Around A Rosy” Nursery Ensemble	3400-3403	1958	Advertised in 1958-59 Fall/Winter McCalls Needlecraft. 3400–36″x50″ Crib Cover 3401–40″x60″ Crib Cover 3402–Crib Pillow (not shown) 3403–St of 2 Large Bibs
			Carriage or Bassinet Blanket	3399	1958	Pelican and fish design.
(see 3400)			Hug-Me Toy Pajama and slipper bag	3394	1958	Made of colorful percale. Coordinates with the Ring Around A Rosy nursery ensemble. See pictures in 3400. Advertised in 1958-59 Fall/Winter McCalls Needlecraft.
		(photo needed)	Miss Wildflower Quilt	3375	1958	Suitable for single or double bed. Advertised in 1958-59 Fall/Winter McCalls Needlecraft.
			“Westminister” table linens	3359?	1958	Available in 5 sizes plus tea set and napkins. Likely includes additional kit numbers above or below the kit number stated in ad.
			Pair of Deluxe Belgian Linen Guest towels to embroider	3333	1958?

1957

Color Picture	Kit Cover Picture	Kit Name	Kit #	Year	Details/Description
		“The Living Rose” Quilt	3285	1957?	Featured in March 1958 issue of Living for Young Homemakers. The Living Rose Quilt by Bucilla is packaged in a kit containing three stamped sections of white percale; appliques stamped to be cut out on five different shades of rose and two of green; binding for edge of quilt (also used for stems so that no cutting is necessary), plus complete instructions for appliqueing, embroidering, padding and quilting. A simple outline-stitch embroidery is used for the appliqueing and is done in six-strand floss in eight recommended colors. Embroidery floss, batting for filling and quilt back are sold separately. The basic kit for an 84″ x 100″ quilt suitable for single or double bed costs $10-a modest price for a future heirloom. –Living For Young Homemakers March 1958
	(photo needed)	1958 Calendar	3241	1957	Calendar Felt Wall Hanging 3241 — $1.69 1958 Calander–Size 18″x24″ A most unusual “year round’ gift. Gaily hand printed on no-iron, easy-to-launder Nylokraft and so easy-to- do—no embroidery. You’ll want to make several for yourself and friends. Includes bar and cord for hanging and colorful sequins to complete.
		Christmas Gift Holder (bauble design)	3240	1957	14″ Round Felt Wall Hanging (Nylokraft) Bucilla READY-TO-EMBROIBER Needlework Kit CONTAINS THREADS TO COMPLETE Kit 3240 “Nylokraft” CHRISTMAS GIFT HOLDER OR DECORATION FOR WINDOWS, DOORS AND WALLS NO EMBROIDERY REQUIRED Gay “Holiday” design colorfully hand printed in wash-fast colors on “Nylokraft”* – a new felt like miracle fabric that launders easily by hand or machine, drip-dries, needs no ironing and is wrinkle-proof. Includes all trimmings and accessories required to complete, as illustrated. *80% nylon – 20% cotton SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS ON REVERSE SIDE OF THIS LABEL Bucilla IS YOUR CUARANTEE OF QUALITY AND VALUE Printed in U.S.A.
	(photo needed)	Santa and Snowman Christmas Decorations	3239	1957	Felt Wall Hanging (Nylokraft) 3239-$1.79 Set of 2 “Santa” and “Snowman” Christmas Decorations Add a colorful touch to your windows, doors and walls with these gay characters. Colorfully hand printed on Nylokraft–the washable, drip-dry felt-like miracle fabric. Finish in an hour-no embroidery. Bells and decorative trim to complete included.
		Child’s Christmas Panel	3238	1957	Felt Wall Hanging Nylokraft)
	(photo needed)	Christmas Carol Wall Panel (Nylokraft)	3237	1957	Felt Wall Hanging Gaily hand printed on Nylokraft-the new felt-like fabric that’s easily laundered and drip-dries–requires no ironing. Make them in a jiffy-no embroidery. Includes bar and gold cord for hanging, colorful sequins, rhinestones etc. to complete.
	(photo needed)	Yuletide hostess apron (Nylokraft)	3236	1957	Felt Clothing Kit
	(photo needed)	Yuletide tree skirt (Nylokraft)	3235	1957	Felt Tree Skirt
	(photo needed)	??	3234		Possibly: Nylokraft Yuletide themed “Set of 2 Placemats (18″ Round). Can also be used for window or wall decorations (not shown)”
	(photo needed)	Yuletide door chime	3233	1957	Felt Wall Hanging (Nylokraft)
	(photo needed)	Yuletide table panel	3232	1957	Felt Table-wear (Nylokraft)
	(photo needed)	Yuletide stocking	3231	1957	Felt Stocking (Nylokraft)
		Santa Claus pillow or gift holder	3230	1957	“Santa Claus” PILLOW OR GIFT HOLDER NO EMBROIDERY REQUIRED Stamped on red, white and black felt for easy-to-do applique. Includes gold braid for decoration, colorful sequins, pom pon nose and bell required to complete, as illustrated. (Stuffing not included.)
		Angel	3229	1957	Felt Centerpieces Two cute-as-can-be Christmas decorations easy to make-no embroidery. Charming on a holiday table-setting, on a mantle or on top of a Christmas tree. They’re elaborately decorated with sparkling ornaments and trimmings. Stamped felt and everything to complete included. –Bucilla ad in McCall’s
	(photo needed)	Snowman	3228	1957
		Angel Christmas Card Holder	3227	1957	Felt Card Holder Bucilla READY-TO-EMBROIBER Needlework Kit CONTAINS THREADS TO COMPLETE As featured in McCall’s Needlecraft Kit 3227 “Angel” CHRISTMAS CARD HOLDER NO EMBROIDERY REQUIRED Stamped on blue felt for easy-to-do applique. Includes colorful felt for appliques, special plastic spring clips for unrolling to desired length, all trimmings and accessories required to complete, as illustrated. SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS ON REVERSE SIDE OF THIS LABEL Bucilla IS YOUR GUARANTEE OF QUALITY AND VALUE Printed in U.S.A.
		Harlequin Holiday Apron	3226	1957	“Harlequin” PARTY APRON NO EMBROIDERY REQUIRED Stamped on white, red and green felt. Easy-to-do–no embroidery. Includes bells, gold ric rac and all decorative trimmings required to complete, as illustrated. –Product Packaging 3228—$2.98 “Harlequin’ Holiday Apron Be a gay hostess and add Christmas cheer to your party with this smart felt apron, So easy-to-do–no embroidery. Includes stamped felt, bells and decorative trimmings to complete. –Ad in McCalls
	(photo needed)	Holly-Boy Door Chime	3225	1957	Felt Wall Hanging
		Kiddie Christmas Stocking with 3 toys	3224	1957	Felt Stocking with 3 ornaments.
		Reindeer stocking	3223	1957	Felt Stocking
		“Linen-Glow” Hostess Apron	3222	1957	Bucilla READY-TO-EMBROIBER Needlework Kit CONTAINS THREADS TO COMPLETE As featured in McCall’s Needlecraft Kit 3220 Christmas “LINEN-GLOW • SET OF 4 • 17” NAPKIN • This Kit Contains Napkins Only Matching Items Contained in Other Kits Listed Below Gay “Christmas Card” motifs stamped on fine quality Oyster Linen woven with sparkling non-tarnish, washable Mylargold (metallic) stripes. Stamped for simple colorful embroidery and gold mylar (metallic) highlights. Mylar” thread, and flosses to complete included. *DuPont’s reg. trademark tor Polyester Film SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS ON REVERSE SIDE OF THIS LABEL Ask for the complete “Christmas card” ensemble consisting of the following items: 3217-52 x70 Table Cloth 3218-60×90 Table Cloth 2219-72 x108″ Table Cloth 3220-Set of 4-17″ Napkins 2221-20×52″ Holiday Panel 3222-Hostesss Apron Bucilla IS YOUR GUARANTEE OF QUALITY AND VALUE
	(photo needed)	“Linen-Glow” 20×52″ Holiday Panel	3221	1957
		Christmas “Linen-Glow” Napkins (Christmas Card Design)	3220	1957
	(photo needed)	Christmas “Linen-Glow” 72 x108″ Table Cloth (Christmas Card Design)	3219	1957
	(photo needed)	Linen-Glow” 60×90 Table Cloth (Christmas Card Design)	3218	1957
	(photo needed)	Linen-Glow” 52 x70 Table Cloth (Christmas Card Design)	3217	1957
		“Holiday” Deluxe Linen Guest Towels	3214	1957
		Pair of Union-Linen Towels	3198		“The toast is all brown, the chicken is stewed” and “the fire burns bright, the coffee is boiled” printed on the towels.
		“Rooster” Hostess Apron	3196	1957	Bucilla READY-TO-EMBROIDER Needlework Kit as featured in … McCall’s Needlework CONTAINS THREADS TO COMPLETE Kit 3191 “Rooster’ DINETTE CLOTH • Size 36×50″ • READY-SEWN • This Kit Contains Dinette Cover Only • Matching Items Contained in Other Kits Listed Below Stamped on fast color red or gold Sanforized ‘Boiltex”; finished with binding. Gold ric-rac trim, rhinestones and flosses to complete included. SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS ON REVERSE SIDE OF THIS LABEL Ask for the complete “Rooster” design Dinette Ensemble consisting of the following items: 3191–Dinette Cloth 3192–Set of 4 Napkins 3193–Pair of Kitchen Towels 3194–Pair of Potholders 3195–Toaster Cover 3196–Mixer Cover 3197–Hostess Apron
		“Rooster” Mixer Cover	3196	1957
		“Rooster” Toaster Cover	3195	1957
		“Rooster” Pair of Potholders	3194	1957
		“Rooster” Pair of Kitchen Towels	3193	1957
		“Rooster” Set of 4 Napkins	3192	1957
		“Rooster” Dinette Cloth	3191	1957
	(photo needed)	Kitty furry Pillow	3176	1957
	(photo needed)	Puppy furry pillow	3175	1957
		Sahara the Camel TV Pillow	3174	1957
	(photo needed)	Ollie the Octopus Hug-Me-Toy	3169	1957
	(photo needed)	Leo the Lion Hug-Me-Toy	3168	1957
		BoBo the Clown Hug-Me-Toy	3167	1957
	(photo needed)	Circus Clown Nursery Ensemble	3163-3166	1957	3163 – crib cover 36×50 3164 – crib cover 40×60 3165 – Pillow 3166 – Set of 3 Bibs
	(photo needed)	Poodle Pajama bag	3162	1957
	(photo needed)	Gay Butterfly “Nylokraft” Hostess Ensemble	3092-3093	1957	Hand printed on drip.dry, no iron, felt-likefabric (80% nylon, 20% cotton). Kits include decorations and thread to complete.3092- Ready Made Apron $2.29 3093- 8 Pc. Luncheon Set $3.98
	(photo needed)	Add-A-Square Tablecloths	3090?	1957	Supreme quality Belgian Oyster Linen. Make cloths of any size-simply join squares. Kits include floss and mylar thread. Aqua or ecru cross-stitch embroidery with silver or gold mylar. 4 squares $2.98 4 Napkins $2.29
	(photo needed)	“Empire” Table cloths	3082-?	1957	“Empire” Table cloths Supreme quality Belgian Oyster Linen. Green and blue or pink and grey embroidery with gold or silver mylar. Kits include flosses and mylar thread. Cloth Sizes: 54×54″ $3.98 \| 72×90″ … $9.98 54×72′ 4.98 \| 72×108″ 11.98 60×80″.6.49 \| 4, 18″ Napkins 2.29 5 Pc. Tea Set … 3.98 \| 8 Pc. Lunch. Set 3.49
	(photo needed)	Pair of Union-Linen Kitchen Show Towels	3068	1957	Pair of Union-Linen Kitchen Show Towels With smart colorful appliques, easy-to-do. Kit includes appliques and threads to complete.
		Colorful “His and Hers” Ensemble	3065-3067	1957	Colorful “His and Hers” Ensemble Aqua or gold Korde Denim. Ready made with two Jumbo utility pockets. Kits include threads to complete 3065–“His” Apron $2.98 3066–“Her” Apron $1.98 3067–Toaster Cover $1.00
		“His” Apron	3067	1957
		“Her” Apron	3066	1957	“As Seen in McCalls”
		Toaster Cover	2065	1957
	(photo needed)	‘Down on the Farm” Dinette Ensemble	3057-3064	1957	Smart woven gingham checks decorated with amusing barnyard animal heads in very simple stitchery. Matched Dinette ensemble in pink or aqua. Ready made with binding (towels are fringed). Kits include threads to complete. 3057–Dinette Cloth $2.98 Set of 4 Napkins $1.39 Set of 4 Place Mats $1.98 3060–Pair of Kitchen Towels $1.89 Pair of Potholders $1.00 3062–Toaster Cover $1.00 Mixer Cover $1.59 Pr. of Kitchen Towels $1.89 3064–Hostess Apron $1.98
	(photo needed)	“Peter Cotton-Tail” Nursery Ensemble	3049-3053	1957	“Peter Cotton-Tail” Nursery Ensemble Already quilted. In pastel pink, maize, green or white with threads to complete 36×50″ crib cover $4.98 \| Crib Pillow $1.79 40×60″ crib cover. 5.98 \| Set of 3 Bibs 1.49 Matching Pajama Bag or Hug-Me-Toy 2.98 3049 – Crib cover (30×50?) 3050 – Crib cover (40×60?) 3051 – Crib pillow? 3052 – Bibs 3053 – Pajama Bag or Hug me toy
		“Williamstown” Cross-Stitch Quilt	3022	1957
		“Colonial Chintz” Quilt	3021	1957	“Colonial Chintz” Quilt in easy-to-do Jiffy Cross-Stitch $8.49 Fine quality white percale percale. Made in double bedsize (cut full 90×103″)
	(photo needed)	“Linen Glow” Table cloths	3008-?	1957	3008 “Linen-Glow” Table cloths Pastel pink, aqua or gold Belgian linen woven with mylar metallic decoration. Exquisite table setting. Colored cloths: 52×52″ ..$4.50 \| 72×90″ .. $11.95 52×70″. 5.95 \| 72×108″ 13.95 60×20″ 7.95 \| 17″ Napkin .69 Also made in oyster linen at lower prices
	(photo needed)	“Springtime” Tablecloths & Tea Sets	3005-?		3005 “Springtime” Supreme quality Belgian Oyster Linen Cloths. Table cloth sizes: 54×54″ $3.98 \| 72*90″.$8.98 54×72″ 4.98 \| 72×108″ 10.98 60×80″ 5.98 \|18″ napkins, 50¢ Also 5 Pc. Tea Set $2.98

1957 Bucilla Ads:

1956

Color Picture	Kit Cover Picture	Kit Name	Kit #	Year	Details/Description
		Holiday Cheer Party Apron	2999	1956	Nylokraft felt-like Party Apron. See Vintage Bucilla Buddies Photo Album “Nylokraft* CHRISTMAS PARTY APRON NO EMBROIDERY REQUIRED EASY TO LAUNDER DRIP-DRY NO IRONING This Kit Contains Party Apron Only Matching Items contained in Other Kits Listed Below Gay “Holiday Cheer” design hand printed in wash fast colors on “Nylokraft” -a new felt-like miracle fabric (80% Nylon-20% Cotton) that can be laundered by hand or machine; drip-dries, needs no ironing and is wrinkle-proof. Includes all trimmings and accessories required to complete, as illustrated. SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS ON REVERSE SIDE OF THIS LABEL Ask for the complete “Holiday Cheer” Christmas Ensemble consisting of: 2994-Stocking 2995-Toble Penal Size [18??] 2996-Deor Chime 2997-8 Piece Luncheon 2998-36″Round Tree Table or Center 2999-Party Apron Featured in Bucilla Newspaper Ad in Lincoln Star (11/7/1956)
		Holiday Cheer tree skirt 36″	2998	1956	Felt Tree Skirt 1950’s Bucilla Nylokraft Christmas Tree Skirt made of Felt + Sequins from Kit #2998. Measures 34 1/2″ across with an opening of 4″. Featured in Bucilla Newspaper Ad in Lincoln Star (11/7/1956)
	(photo needed)	Holiday Cheer 8 piece Luncheon set	2997	1956	Felt Table-wear
	(see 2996)	Holiday Cheer Door Chime	2996	1956	Felt Wall Hanging Featured in Bucilla Newspaper Ad in Lincoln Star (11/7/1956)
	(photo needed)	Holiday Cheer table panel	2995	1956	Felt Table-wear
	(se 2999)	Holiday Cheer Stocking	2994	1956	Felt Stocking Featured in Bucilla Newspaper Ad in Lincoln Star (11/7/1956)
	(see 2992)	“Christmas Party” Apron	2993	1956
		“Christmas Party” Holiday Table Panel	2992	1956	Party Holiday Panel 20″x52″ Fine quality pre-shrunk white “Beauty-glow” (80% rayon, 20% cotton), woven with sparkling non-tarnishable washable gold metallic stripes. Stamped for simple colorful embroidery and gold mylar metallic highlights. Non-tarnishable, washable gold mylar metallic thread, glittering rhinestone ornaments, gold ric rac braid and flosses to complete included.
	(see 2992)	“Christmas Party” Napkins	2991	1956	Set of 4 Red Beautysheen Napkins
	(see 2992)	“Christmas Party” Tablecloth	2990	1956	2990A Table Cover 52×72″ 2990B Table Cover 60×90
		Christmas Card holder	2989	1956	Felt Card Holder. Mentioned in Bucilla Newspaper Ad in Lincoln Star (11/7/1956) Kit 2088 CHRISTMAS CARD HOLDER NO EMBROIDERY REQUIRED Stamped on red felt for easy-to-do-applique. Includes colorful felt for appliques, special plastic spring clips for unrolling to desired length, all trimmings and accessories required to complete as illustrated. SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS ON REVERSE SIDE OFTHIS LABEL
		“Reindeer” gift holder, door or wall ornament	2988	1956	Felt Wall Hanging Bucilla READY-TO EMBROIDER Needlework Kit CONTAINS THREADS TO COMPLETE “Reindeer” GIFT HOLDER, DOOR or WALL ORNAMENT NO EMBROIDERY REQUIRED Stamped on white felt for easy-to do applique. Includes green and red felt for appliques, all trimmings and accessories required to complete as illustrated.
		“Santa Claus” gift holder door or wall ornament	2987	1956	Felt Wall Hanging. Mentioned in Bucilla Newspaper Ad in Lincoln Star (11/7/1956) Bucilla READY-TO EMBROIDER Needlework Kit CONTAINS THREADS TO COMPLETE Kit 2917 “Santa Claus” GIFT HOLDER, DOOR or WALL ORNAMENT NO EMBROIDERY REQUIRED Stamped on red and black felt for easy-to-do applique. Includes pink and white felt for appliques, all trimmings and accessories required to complete as illustrated. SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS ON REVERSE SIDE OF THIS LABEL
		Santa Claus	2986	1956	Felt Centerpiece: decoration for mantle, table or tree top. Bucilla READY-TO-EMBROIDER Needlework Kit CONTAINS THREADS TO COMPLETE Kit 2986 “Santa Claus” (approx. height 14″) Decoration for MANTLE, TABLE or TREE TOP NO EMBROIDERY REQUIRED Stamped on felt; easy to finish with gay decorative trimmings, included to complete as illustrated. SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS ON REVERSE SIDE OF THIS LABEL Bucilla IS YOUR GUARANTEE OF QUALITY AND VALUE
		Angel decoration for mantle, table or tree top	2985	1956	Felt Centerpiece (decoration for mantle, table, or treetop) Bucilla READY-TO-EMBROIDER Needlework Kit CONTAINS THREADS TO COMPLETE Kit 2986 “Angel” (approx. height 15½ in) Decoration for MANTLE, TABLE or TREE TOP NO EMBROIDERY REQUIRED Stamped on felt; easy to finish with gay decorative trimmings, included to complete as illustrated. SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS ON REVERSE SIDE OF THIS LABEL Bucilla IS YOUR GUARANTEE OF QUALITY AND VALUE
	(see 2983)	Candy-Cane Party Apron	2984	1956	Part of Candy-cane ensemble. Ask for the complete “Candy Cane” Christmas Ensemble consisting of: 2982-Stocking 2983-Door Chime 2984-Party Apron
		Candy-Cane Christmas Door Chime	2983	1956	Felt Wall Hanging CONTAINS THREADS TO COMPLETE This Kit Contains Door Chime Only Matching Items Illustrated Contained in other Kits [listed separately??] Stamped on red felt for easy-to-do applique. Includes black and white stamped felt appliques, white felt pinked edges, all trimmings and accessories required to complete, as illustrated. SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS ON REVERSE SIDE OF THIS LABEL Ask for the complete “Candy Cane” Christmas Ensemble consisting of: 2982-Stocking 2983-Door Chime 2984-Party Apron
	(see 2983)	Candy-Cane stocking	2982	1956	Felt Stocking, Red.
			…
		Poodle Pillows	??	1956?	Mentioned in 1956? newspaper ad
		Mother and Baby Kangaroo Stuffed Toy	??	1956?	Mentioned in 1956? newspaper ad. (Possibly 8662? or maybe something else?)
		Socko the Monkey Stuffed Toy	??	1956?	Mentioned in newspaper ad
		Myrtle the Turtle TV Pillow	2977	1956	Bucilla READY-TO-EMBROIDER Needlework Kit CONTAINS THREADS TO COMPLETE Kit 2977 “Myrtle the Turtle” TV or PLAY PILLOW Styled for the young TV viewer A lovable toy or TV cushion for small frys to sit on while watching their favorite programs. Contains stamped brown percale, brown calico print and gold felt for making this easy-to-do toy (no embroidery). Includes trimmings and all accessories required to complete as illustrated. (Stuffing not included). SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS ON REVERSE SIDE OF THIS LABEL
		??	2976
		Tom Boy Hug-Me Doll	2975	1956	Contains stamped blue denim, yellow percale, red and white stripe material and felt for making this easy-to-do lovable toy. Includes embroidery flosses, trimmings and all accessories required to complete, as illustrated. (Stuffing not included).
		No-Go The Donkey Hug-Me-Toy	2974	1956
		“Gwendolyn” the Giraffe Hug-Me-Toy	2973	1956	Hug Me Toy made from cotton and felt fabrics. Bucilla READY-TO EMBROIDER Needlework KitCONTAINS THREADS TO COMPLETE Kit 2973 ‘Gwendolyn’ the Giraffe HUG-ME-TOY Stamped, colorful floral print percale and felt for making this easy-to-do toy or teen-age “conversation piece” for boudoir, rumpus room, college room, etc. Includes gay trimmings and all accessories required to complete, as illustrated. (Stuffing not included.) SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS ON REVERSE SIDE OF THIS LABEL Bucilla IS YOUR GUARANTEE OF QUALITY AND VALUE
		Spotty the Firechief Hug-Me-Toy	2972	1956	Kit 2972 “Spotty” The Firechief HUG-ME TOY This Kit Contains Hug-Me-Toy Only Matching Red Terry Bathrobe illustrated, contained in kit 2960 Contains stamped polka dot percale, felt, ribbon, bell and flosses to complete. (Stuffing not included.)
	(photo needed)	Zeke the Scarecrow Hug-Me-Toy	2971	1956	Featured in the Fall/Winter 56 McCall’s Ad
	(photo needed)	(Barnyard Baby Bibs)	2970	1956	Featured in the Fall/Winter 56 McCall’s Ad. Baby set matching Zeke the scarecrow 2968 & 2969 Crib Blanket in Two sizes 2970–Bibs
	(photo needed)	(Barnyard Baby Set)	2969 2968	1956
		??	2967-2961
	(see 2972)	Terry Bathrobe	2960	1956	Clothing to Embroider. Matches Spotty the Fire Chief Hug Me Toy. (See 2972) Featured in the Fall/Winter 56 McCall’s Ad.
	(photo needed)	Quilted Rayon Saque	2955	1956	Clothing to Embroider. Featured in the Fall/Winter 56 McCall’s Ad.
		??	2954
		??	2953
		Child’s Play Apron	2952	1956	Bucilla Ready to Embroider Needlework Kit CONTAINS THREADS TO COMPLETE Kit 2950 CHILD’S PLAY APRON Size: 2 to 3 Yrs. READY-SEWN Girl or Boy’s “Carousel” Apron stamped on boil-fast multi-colored carnival shades of fine quality percale. Bell, rings, rhinestone, and flosses to complete included. SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS ON REVERSE SIDE OF THIS LABEL
		??	2949
	(photo needed)	Cutwork “Add-A-Square” Table Linen	2948	1956	Clothing to Embroider. Featured in the Fall/Winter 56 McCall’s Ad. 2948-Cutwork “Add-A-Square” Superfine linen, So easy to make table cloths of any size, place mats, scarfs, etc. Simply join the squares
		“Snowflake” Dining Ensemble	2939-2947	1956	This “Snowflake” design may be had in the following items: 2939-54×54″ Tablecloth/Cover 2940-54×72″ Tablecloth/Cover 2941-60×80″ Tablecloth/Cover 2942-72×90″ Tablecloth/Cover 2943-72×108″ Tablecloth/Cover 2944-Set of 4-18″ Napkins 2945-5 Pc. Tea Set 2946-8 Pc. Luncheon Set (Place Mats and 4 Napkins) 2947-Hot Roll Cover with attractive metal server Stamped on Supreme quality oyster linen for simple touches of aqua embroidery with silver Mylar metallic highlights or ecru embroidery with gold Mylar metallic highlights. Non-tarnish, washable Mylar metallic thread and flosses to complete included.


		??	2938-2935
	(photo needed)	(Pillow Tubing)	2934	1956	Pillow Tubing to embroider. Featured in ad in McCalls Needlework & Crafts Fall/Winter 1956-57.
		??	2933-2929
		Pair of Deluxe Linen Guest Towels	2928	1956	Angels over fir trees embroidery design
		??	2927-2925
	(photo needed)	Deluxe Linen Guest Towels	2924	1956	Guest Towels Laurel & paisley leaf designs, blues and gold Featured in ad in McCalls Needlework & Crafts Fall/Winter 1956-57.
			2923-2919
		Pair of Superfine Linen Guest Towels	2918		Home Sweet Home and Welcome Guest designs to embroider. Stamped on fast color pink superfine linen; finished with hand thread drawn hemstitched hem. Flosses to complete included.
			2917-2911
	(photo needed)	“Provincial Blue” Dinette Ensemble	2910-2902	1956	Seen in 1956 ad for Bucilla Table Linens (Featured in ad in McCalls Needlework & Crafts Fall/Winter 1956-57) 2902–Provencial Blue Tablecloth 2903–?? 2904–?? 2905 Provencial Blue pair of towels 2906–?? 2907 Provencial Blue bread napkin 2908 Provencial Blue toaster cover 2909–?? 2910 Provencial Blue Hostess apron
		??	2901
		Transportation Cross-Stitch Sampler	2900	1955-1956?	Box-style packaging.
		?	2899-2848
		Bib and Tray Set	2847	??
		?	2846-2838
	(photo needed)	Sorrento Tablecloth	2837	1956?	Featured in ad in McCalls Needlework & Crafts Fall/Winter 1956-57.
	(photo needed)	Roses & Trivets Tablecloth	2833	1956?	Featured in ad in McCalls Needlework & Crafts Fall/Winter 1956-57.
		Tablecloth & Napkins set??	2831		Linen Napkins stamped for embroidery, floral, set of 6 No. 2831, 17″ Vintage BUCILLA Stamped #2831 BOUTIQUE Pure Linen TABLECLOTH Kit – 72″ x 90″
	+		2812
		Straw Bags	??	1956	Bucilla straw bags with velvet ribbon weaving, trimmed with Imported flowers. Advertised as “newly received” in ad for Helen’s Yarn Shop in San Rafael Daily Independent Journal 8/22/1956 editions.

1955

Color Picture	Kit Cover Picture	Kit Name	Kit #	Year	Details/Description
	(see 2783)	“Circus” Set of 2 Bibs	2785	1955? 1956?
	(see 2783)	“Circus” Pillow	2784	1955? 1956?
		“Circus” Crib Cover (40×60)	2783	1955? 1956?
	(see 2783)	“Circus” Crib Cover (36×50)	2782	1955? 1956?
		Flannel Infant’s Kimono	2774	1955?
		“Happy Holiday” Stocking	2709	1955	Bucilla “DO-IT-YOURSELF” Needlework Kit READY TO EMBROIDER – WITH THREADS TO COMPLETE Kit 2709 “Happy Holiday” Christmas STOCKING This Kit Contains Stocking only Matching Items illustrated, contained in other Kits. Colorful, striking “Happy Holiday” Christmas stocking stamped on fine quality lustrous rayon shrink-resistant, ‘Beautysheen” for simple cross-stitch embroidery, highlighted with gold metallic thread, sparkling rhinestones and color beads. White binding, wood beads, rhinestones, gold metallic thread and flosses to complete included. SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS ON REVERSE SIDE OF THIS LABEL Ask for the complete “Happy Holiday” Christmas Ensemble consisting of Tablecloh, 54 x 72″ and 63″ x 90″, Napkins, Table Panel, Luncheon Set, Hostess Apron, and Christmas Stocking
		“Happy Holiday” Hostess Apron	2708	1955	Either 1955 or 1956 Kit 2708 “Happy Holiday” Christmas HOSTESS APRON READY-SEWN This Kit contains Apron only Matching Items illustrated, contained in other Kits. Colorful, striking “Happy Holiday” Christmas design stamped on fine quality lustrous rayon, shrink-resistant, red “Beautysheen” for simple cross-stitch embroidery highlighted with gold metallic thread, sparkling rhinestones and colorful beads; completely sewn and finished with waist-band and tie strings. Wooden beads, rhinestones, gold metallic thread and flosses to complete included. SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS ON REVERSE SIDE OF THIS LABEL Ask for the complete “Happy Holiday” Christmas Ensemble consisting of Tablacloth, (size 54″ x 72″ and 63″ x 90″, 54×72″ and 63″x90″, Napkins, Table Panel, Luncheon Set, Hostess and Christmas Stocking
	(see cover for 2704)	“Happy Holiday” 8pc set	2707	1955	Includes placemats & napkins
	(see cover for 2704)	“Happy Holiday” Table Panel	2706	1955
	(see cover for 2704)	“Happy Holiday” Napkin Set	2705	1955
		“Happy Holiday” Tablecloth (63×90″)	2704	1955
	(see cover for 2704)	“Happy Holiday” Tablecloth (54×72″)	2703	1955
	(see cover for 2701)	“Jewel-Tree” Hostess Apron	2702	1955	Hostess Apron. Found in 1955 Newspaper ad and on cover of kit 2701. Bucilla “DO-IT-YOURSELF” Needlework Kit READY TO EMBROIDER. WITH THREADS TO COMPLETE Kit 2702 “Jewel-Tree” Christmas PARTY APRON This Kit contains Apron only Matching Items illustrated contained in other Kits. Attractive holiday apron stamped on smart Shocking Pink or Holly Green felt for easy applique. White felt appliques, colored sequins, beads, gros-grain ribbon, metallic braid and flosses to complete included. SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS ON REVERSE SIDE OF THIS LAREL Ask for the complete “Jewel-Tree” Felt Christmas Ensemble consisting of Christmas Boot, Door Chime and Hostess Apron. SEE OTHER SIDE FOR CONTENTS OF THIS KIT
		“Jewel-Tree” Christmas Door Chime	2701	1955?	Christmas Door Chime (Small Wall Hanging) Bucilla “DO-IT-YOURSELF” Needlework Kit READY TO EMBROIDER, WITH THREADS TO COMPLETE. Kit 2701 Jewel-Tree” Christmas DOOR CHIME This Kit Contains Door Chime only. Matching Items illustrated, contained in other Kits. Novel, decorative door chime stamped on smart Shocking Pink or Holly Green felt for easy applique. White felt appliques, colored sequins, beads, gros-grain ribbon, bells, metallic braid and flosses to complete included. SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS ON REVERSE SIDE OF THS LABEL Ask for the complete “Jewel Tree” Full Christmas Ensemble consisting of Christmas Door Chime und Hostess Apron SEE OTHER SIDE FOR CONTENTS OF THIS KIT
	(picture needed)	“Jewel-Tree” Christmas Boot	2700	1955?	Christmas Boot (stocking). Available in “shocking pink” or “holly green”
		Antique Shoppe Dinette Ensemble	2670-2679	1955	Advertised in Fall 1955 issue of McCalls Needlecraft. Most (or all?) items natural tan linen. 2670 – Dinette Cover (41×52) 2671 – Napkins 2672 – Kitchen Towels 2673 – Natural Tan Linen Potholders 2674 – Natural Tan Linen Toaster Cover 2675 – Natural Tan Linen Mixer Cover 2676 (unused or not pictured) 2677 – Mother and Daughter Aprons 2678 – Sampler 2679 – Cafe Curtains
		Hobby Horse	2655	1955? or 1956? (cover style matches 56)	TV or Play Pillow. Styled for the Young TV Viewer Little Buckaroos will like this-A TV Pony seat for small frys to sit on while watching their favorite programs. Also a very charming conversation piece for your kiddies’ room. Kit contains red checked gingham, block and white felt, shiny black plasticized fabric for harness and flosses to complete this adorable, easy-to-make TV or Play Pillow (Stuffing not included.) SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS ON REVERSE SIDE OF THIS LABEL
	(picture needed)	Clown Pillow	2654
	(picture needed)	Child’s Pinafore (clown)	2653
	(picture needed)	Clown doll	2652
	(see cover 2648)	Adorable Puppy Bath robe	2649
		Adorable Puppy hug-me toy	2648
			2647
		Little Lamb Hug-Me Toy	2646
	(see 2646 cover)	Little Lamb set of 3 bibs	2645
	(see 2646 cover)	Little Lamb pillow	2644
	(see 2646 cover)	Little Lamb crib cover 40×60	2643
	(see 2646 cover)	Little Lamb crib cover 36×50	2642
		“Faun” Flannel Jacket and Pantie	2535		Comes in two sizes: medium (up to 6 months) and large (up to 18 months) Dainty “Faun” design stamped on fine quality pink, maize, green er beige flannel, finished with white flannel binding and tie strings. Panty lined with protective plastic and finished with elastic and grippers. Flosses to complete included

Approximately 1954

Color Picture	Kit Cover Picture	Kit Name	Kit #	Year	Details/Description
		Christmas Party Apron	2475		Felt Clothing Kit
		“Countryside” Sampler	2454		Box style packaging. Stomped on fast color red, blue, green or gold Sanforized Boiltex” for simple cross-stitch embroidery. Fine quality wooden frame, glass, flosses to complete and instructions for working included.
		??	2453		(countryside something?)
	(see 2452)	“Countryside” Apron	2452
		“Countryside” Toaster Cover	2452
	(see 2452)	“Countryside” Pot Holders	2452
		“Countryside” Dinette Cover	2448		36×50 Dinette Cover
		Party Apron	2439
		Two-Tone Hostess Apron	2437		Smart “Poodles” stamped on fast color Sanforized “Boiltex” in attractive two-tone “harlequin” effects of pink with grey or tight blue with dark blue. Ready-sewn with waist band, tie strings and two pockets. Included are flosses to complete and rhinestones for collars and eyes.
		“Dumbo” Hug-Me-Toy	2432	1954?	Bucilla Needlework Kit EASY-TO-DO and FUN TOO! Kit 2432 “DUMBO” HUG-ME-TOY Kit contains all fabrics (stamped for simple embroidery) and trim to make this easy-to-do adorable Walt Disney “Dumbo” Hug-Me-Toy. Flosses to complete included. (Stuffing not included). SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS ON REVERSE SIDE OF THIS LABEL
		“Pinnochio” Hug-Me-Toy	2431		Bucilla Needlework Kit EASY-TO-DO and FUN TOO! Kit 2431″Pinocchio” HUG-ME-TOY Kit contains all fabrics (stamped for simple embroidery) and trim to make this easy-to-do adorable Walt Disney “Pinocchio” Hug-Me-Toy. Flosses to complete included. (Stuffing not included). SIMPLE INSTRUCTIONS ON REVERSE SIDE OF THIS LABEL
	(photo needed)	Child’s Apron	2417	1954?

Approximately 1953

Color Picture	Kit Cover Picture	Kit Name	Kit #	Year	Details/Description
	(picture needed)	Infant’s Kimono kit (ducks)	2336
	(picture needed)	Golden Wheat Linen Collar Ready to Embroider	2310		Bucilla Ready to Embroider Thrift Kit
	(picture needed)	Colonial set of 4 napkins	2291		Bucilla Ready to Embroider Thrift Kit
		Ready Made Baby Dress	2288		Bucilla READY TO EMBROIDER THRIFT KIT READY MADE BABY DRESS Contains Threads to Complete ER SIRE FOR CONTENTS Kit 2288 RRADY MADE BATISTE BABY DRESS Size 6 mos. to 1 year Dainty “Floral Wreath” design stamped on fine quality white batiste. Finished with pink or maize organdie collar and sleeve binding, French Lace edging, pin tucking, button and buttonhole. Included are sufficient Bucilla flosses to this label. complete the simple embroidery. Instructions for working on reverse side
		Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs Crib Cover or Crib Pillow	2285		Disney Characters in ready to embroider Bucilla Thrift Kits. Kit contains one of the two items on cover, as marked.
	(picture needed)	Christmas Center Piece (Boil-Tex fabric)	2198		Bucilla Thrift Kit. Made with Boil-Tex fabric. Oval, candles, red, green.
	(picture needed)	Christmas Apron (Boil-Tex fabric)	2197		Bucilla Thrift Kit.
	(picture needed)	Christmas Bridge Set	2195		Bucilla Thrift Kit. Boil-Tex fabric.
		Pair of Linen Guest Towels	2184	est. 1953-1954	Bucilla READY TO EMBROIDER THRIFT KIT Contains Threads to Complete PAIR OF LINEN GUEST TOWELS SEE OTHER SIDE FOR CONTENTS KIT 2184 PAIR OF SUPERFINE LINEN GUEST TOWELS Attractive “Butterfly” designs stamped on fast color maize or grey superfine linen. Finished with hand thread drawn hemstitched hem. Bucilla Metglo (metallic thread) and embroidery flosses sufficient to complete the simple embroidery included. Instructions for working on reverse side of this label. Made in U.S.A.
	(picture needed)	“Sampler” design hostess apron	2160		Also available in coordinating kits: potholders, table cover, napkins, towels, luncheon set, cobblerette apron, sampler picture
		“Sampler”Set of 4 Napkins	2157		Part of the “Sampler” Dinette Ensemble.
		“Pluto” Hug-Me-Toy	2137	1953?
		Donald Duck Hug-Me-Toy	2136?		Kit number is a guess based on description of mickey mouse hug me toy (assumption: items listed are in numeric order)
		“Mickey Mouse” Hug-Me-Toy	2135	1953	Lovable Disney Characters in ready-to-embroider Bucilla Thrift Kits Contains Threads to Complete “MICKEY MOUSE” HUG-ME-TOY KIT 2135 WALT DISNEY’S LOVABLE “MICKEY MOUSE” HUG-ME-TOY Contains stamped black and white percale, yellow and red felt, white buttons and Bucilla flosses to complete the adorable Walt Disney “Mickey Mouse” Hug-Me-Toy. Instructions on reverse side of this label. (Stuffing not included.) Made in U.S.A. Ask for the complete adorable Walt Disney Nursery Ensemble consisting of Crib Cover 36×50″ and 40×60″, Pillow, Set of 2 Bibs, Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, and Pluto Hug-Me-Toys.
		(possibly set of 2 disney bibs)	2134
		(possibly disney crib pillow)	2133
		(possibly disney crib cover 40×60)	2133
		(possibly disney crib cover 36×50)	2132
	(picture needed)	“Pluto” flannel sacque	2122	1953	Lovable Disney Characters in ready-to-embroider Bucilla Thrift Kits. Kit referenced on cover of kit 2123
		“Pluto” flannel kimono	2123	1953	Lovable Disney Characters in ready-to-embroider Bucilla Thrift Kits. Date determined from code on instruction F53. Lovable Disney Characters in ready-to-embroider Bucilla Thrift Kits Contains Threads to Complete “PLUTO” FLANNEL KIMONO WALT DISNEY’S LOVABLE “PLUTO” INFANT’S READY MADE FLANNEL KIMONO Stamped on good quality pastel pink, blue, maize, green or white flannel; already sewn; edges hemstitched for crochet. Bucilla flosses sufficient to complete the simple embroidery and rayon crochet thread for edges included. Instructions for working on reverse side of this label. Ask for matching “Pluto” Sacque No. 2122. Made in U.S.A.
		Godey Figures	2113	1953	Picturama kit. Make your own life like art. Shadow box wooden frame with glass. Everything to complete the 3 dimensional picture. Picturama trademark indicates first use of picturama being February 24, 1953. KIT 2113 – “GODEY FIGURES” Charming fabrics and trimmings, easily and quickly tacked to beautiful colored picture, form life-like completely dressed-up figures that look so real they seem to step right out of the frame. This kit contains stunning deeply recessed shadow-box wooden frame in green and gilt finish, glass and everything to complete the three dimensional picture. Simple instructions for working also enclosed. Size of frame, approx. 10 x 12″ For a charming picture arrangement, make the companion Godey subject, Picturama Kit No. 2112 Contains 3, 2 yd. sks. Bucilla thread.
	(photo needed)	(Companion Godey Subject)	2112	1953	Mentioned on cover of 2113
		Ballerina	2111	1953	Box style packaging. Bucilla Picturama kits are 3-D shadow box kits. Picturama trademark indicates first use of picturama being February 24, 1953. PICTURAMA So life-like .. and easy to make THE NEW 3-D PICTURES FOR YOUR HOME A Bucilla THRIFT KIT KIT 2111 – “BALLERINA” Dainty fabrics and trimmings, easily and quickly tacked to beautiful colored picture, form life-like completely dressed-up figure that looks so real it seems to dance right out of the frame. This kit contains stunning deeply recessed shadow-box wooden frame in antique gilt finish, gloss and everything to complete the three dimensional picture. Simple instructions for working also enclosed. Size of frame, approx. 10 x 12″ For a charming picture arrangement, make the companion “Ballerina” subject, Picturama Kit No. 2110 Contains 3, 2 yd. sks. Bucilla thread. Made la U.S.A.

1952

Color Picture	Kit Cover Picture	Kit Name	Kit #	Year	Details/Description
		Christmas Stocking Kit	??	1952	BUCILLA CHIRISTMAS STOCKING KIT … Wonderknit yarn, felt, colored sequins and bells. Alphabet chart and complete instructions for making one jumbo Christmas stocking. Red with white and green. –Independent Press Telegram (Long Beach, CA) November 23, 1952
		Footlight Slippers	??	1952	BUCILLA FOOTLICHT SLIPPER KITS … for home, play or travel. Non-tarnishing elastic metal thread and one pair of foam-cushioned soles. Easy instructions. Gold or silver. S-M-L. $2.75 –Independent Press Telegram (Long Beach, CA) November 23, 1952
		“Child’s Prayer”	1890	1952?	Cross-Stitch Sampler. Bucilla Thrift Kit. Kit No. 1890 “CHILD’S PRAYER” Stamped on superfine quality white linen for colorful cross-stitch embroidery. Bucilla flosses sufficient to complete the simple embroidery, fine quality black wood frame with gilt beading, glass and instructions for working included. Size of frame approximately 11″ x 14″
		10 pc. Rainy Day Wardrobe Kit	1884	1952?	10 PC. RAINY DAY WARDROBE KIT (FOR 12 INCH DOLL) KIT 1884 Contains stamped dress, panties, coat, bonnet, shoes, socks, plastic rain-cape with hood, rainboots, umbrella and carrying case. Also lace, ribbon, button: and Bucilla flosses sufficient to complete the simple embroidery and sewing. Instructions for working on reverse side of this label. Bucilla Doll Form No. 8901 (not included) … Made In U.S.A
		Sailor Boy Wardrobe	1883	1952?	Mentioned on cover of kit 1882 as “matching” item.
		Little Nurse Wardobe Kit	1882	1952?	KIT 1882 LITTLE NURSE WARDROBE KIT (FOR 12″ DOLL) Contains uniform, cap, panties and bag stamped for simple embroidery and sewing. Shoes, socks, buttons, ribbons, lace, elastic and Bucilla flosses sufficient to complete the embroidery also included. Instructions for working on reverse side of this label. Bucilla Doll Form No. 8901 (not includer”). Ask for matching Sailor Boy Wardrobe Kit No 1883.
		“Alice In Wonderland” Doll and 6pc. Wardrobe	1877	1952?	Bucilla EMBROIDERY THRIFT KIT “ALICE IN WONDERLAND” DOLL AND 6 Pc. WARDROBE Contains Threads to Complete Kit No. 1877 Contains 11″ doll with wig, eyelashes, movable eyes, head, arms and legs. Wardrobe consists of dress, apron, slip and panties all stamped for simple embroidery and sewing. Shoes, socks, velvet ribbon, lace and Bucilla flosses sufficient to complele also included. Instructions for working also enclosed. Ask for the matching “Alice in Wonderland”‘ Nursery Ensemble consisting of Crib Covers 36×50″ and 40×60”, Pillow, Set of 2 Bibs and Doll. Contains: 1, 2 yd. sk. Bucilla Thread Made in U.S.A.
		Sun Bonnet Sue doll kit	1886*	1952?	Toy: Bucilla Embroidery Thrift Kit (Box design). Bucilla EMBROIDERY THRIFT KIT Contains Threads to Complete “SUN BONNET SUE” DOLL Kit No. 1886 Contains all the necessary stamped materials for making 22″ Doll and Doll’s outfit, washable plastic face, white shoes and socks, cotton for hair and Bucilla flosses sufficient to complete. Instructions for working also included. (Stuffing not included.) Contains: 2, 8 yd. sks., 1, 2 yd. sk. Bucilla Thread Made in U.S.A.
+to upload+		Shasta Daisies Tablecloth Kit	1753	1952	Vintage Bucilla LINEN tablecloth embroidery #1753 Shasta Daisies w/thread 52×70. Instructions Printed with Hand-Dated S52.
		Wonder Puff Slippers	1737	1952?
		Pair of Colonial Silhouettes	1697	1952?	Bucilla EMBROIDERY THRIFT KIT PAIR OF COLONIAL SILHOUETTES Contains Threads lo Complete Stamped on superfine quality white Linen for simple cross-stitch embroidery in black and colorful shades. Bucilla flosses sufficient to complete the simple embroidery, pair of fine quality Mahogany or Maple finish oval frames with gilt beading, glass and instructions, for working included. Size of frames, Approx. 5″ x 6″ Contains: 2, 4 yd. sks,-5; 2 yd. sks. Bucilla Thread.
		Cross-stitch Sampler	1693	1952?	“No matter where I serve my guests, it seems they like my kitchen best” Stamped on white linen with black wood frame with gilt beading. Approx 11×14.
		(Strawberries) Dinette cover or Set of 4 Napkins	1686	1952	Bucilla Ready to Emboider Thrift Kit Advertised in McCall’s Needlework Spring-Summer 1952 p25. Kit contains either napkins or dinette cover (36×50) as marked with sticker. Strawberry baskets design.
		Doll & 8 piece layette set	1680	1951-1952	Bucilla Embroidery Thrift Kit. Box type package. Advertised in McCall’s Needlework Spring-Summer 1952 p25. Also advertised in The Sunday News (Nov 11, 1951).
		12 pc Doll’s wardrobe – Cowboy & Cowgirl	1679	1951?	Bucilla Ready to Embroider Thrift Kit KIT 1679 12 PIECE DOLLS’ WARDROBE COWBOY AND COWGIRL OUTFITS (FOR 12 INCH DOLL) Contains stamped materials to make two complete wardrobes-Cowboy and Cowgirl; skirt, jacket, trousers, 2 blouses, 2 pair of boots, scarf and 2 hats. Gun belt with 2 guns and holsters, also Bucilla flosses sufficient to complete the simple embroidery included. Instructions for working on reverse side of this label. (Ask for Bucilla Doll Form No. 8901 not included) Made in U.S.A
		6 Piece Doll’s Party Wardrobe	1678	1951?	KIT 1678 6 PC. DOLL’S PARTY WARI ROBE (FOR 12 INCH DOLL) Contains stamped materials to make complete wardrobe: dress, bonnet, slip, panties. Shoes, stockings, Val laces, ribbons and Bucilla flosses sufficient to complete the simple embroidery also included. Instructions for working on reverse side of this label. Ask for Bucilla Doll Form No. 8901 (not included.)
		Doll’s Christening Outfit	1677	1951?	KIT 1677 DOLL’S CHRISTENING OUTFIT (for 12″ doll) Contains stamped white batiste to make dress, cap, and slip. Bucilla flosses sufficient to complete the simple touches of embroidery, val laces and ribbons included. Instructions for working on reverse side of this label. Bucilla Doll Form No. 8901 required (not included).
		“Mammy” Doll	1674	??	Bucilla Embroidery Thrift Kit. Box type package Bucilla EMBROIDERY THRIFT KIT Contains Threads to Complete “MAMMY” DOLL Kit No. 1674 Contains all the necessary stamped materials for making doll and doll’s clothes. Cotton yarn for hair, hand painted doll face, elastic, and instructions for working also included. (Stuffing not included.) Contains: 1. 6 yd. sk. Bucilla Thread Made in U.S.A
		“Little Mother & Daughter” Dolls	1673	1951?	Bucilla Embroidery Thrift Kit. Box type package; newspaper ad (haven’t seen personally) confirms date. Kit No. 1673 Contains all the necessary stamped materials for making both dolls. Washable hand painted faces, cotton yarn for hair, sufficient Bucilla flosses to complete the simple running stitches and instructions for working included. (Stuffing not included.) Contains: 1, 2 yd. sk .- 2, 100 yd. sks. Bucilla Thread. Made in U.S.A.

		Wonder Puff Pillow	??	1952	Advertised in McCall’s Needlework Spring-Summer 1952 p25.
		Oyster Linen Luncheon/Dinner Tablecloths	??	1952	Advertised in McCall’s Needlework Spring-Summer 1952 p25.
		Hooked Rug Kit	??	1952	Advertised in McCall’s Needlework Spring-Summer 1952 p25.

1951

Color Picture	Kit Cover Picture	Kit Name	Kit #	Year	Details/Description
		Dinette Cover or Set of 4 Napkins (as marked)	1526		Rooster Design. Bucilla READY TO EMBROIDER THRIFT KIT Contains Threads to Complete DINETTE COVER or SET OF 4 NAPKINS (This kit contains only one article, either Cover or Napkins, as indicated.) DINETTE COVER or SET OF 4 NAPKINS Stamped on fast color red, blue or green “Boiltex.” Finished with white binding. Bucilla flosses sufficient to complete the cross-stitch embroidery included. Instructions for working on reverse side. Ask for the complete Dinette Ensemble consisting of Dinette Cover 36x:50″, Set of 4 Napkins, Set of 2 Towels, Set of 3 Potholders and Apron. Made in U.S.A.
		Infant’s Kimono	1510

1950

Color Picture	Kit Cover Picture	Kit Name	Kit #	Year	Details/Description
	(picture needed)	Bucilla Doll Form	8901	1950?	Mentioned on cover of kit 1884.
		Pair of Pure Linen Guest Towels	8891	1950?	Bucilla EMBROIDERY THRIFT KIT Pair of Cutwork Linen Guest Towels Contains Threads to Complete SEE OTHER SIDE FOR CONTENTS KIT 8891 PAIR OF PURE LINEN GUEST TOWELS Stamped on superfine quality Pure Oyster Linen. Sides and tops of towels already hemmed. Superb quality D. M. C. Floche [sic] sufficient to complete the cutwork and simple embroidery included. Instructions for working on reverse side of this label. Made in U.S.A.
		Pair of Linen Guest Towels	8889	1950?	Crane/bird design. Green linen towels.
		Crib Sheet or Pillowcase	8854	1950?	Bucilla READY TO EMBROIDER THRIFT KIT
		Apron or Two Potholders	8792	1949-1950?
		Pair of Union Linen Towels	8790	1949-1950?

Kits prior to 1950

can be found on the Super-Vintage Bucilla page. Note that these are *not* felt kits, mostly other types of embroidery such as “package” clothing kits to embroider.