This listing is for a paper reprint of a set of historic booklets and rulers used in cutting patterns for garments and are not original ephemera. Included in this set are: * Instructions for Using the Dressmakers' Magic Scale. Improved and Simplified for Cutting Ladies' and Children's Wearing Apparel. Published by Will C. Rood, Quincy, Ill. 8th Edition, 1881, 26 Pages. * Instructions for Using the Dressmakers' Magic Scale. Improved and Simplified for Cutting Ladies' and Children's Wearing Apparel. Published by Will C. Rood, Quincy, Ill. 14th Edition, 1884, 28 Pages. * Instructions for Using the Dressmakers' Magic Scale. Improved and Simplified for Cutting Ladies' and Children's Wearing Apparel. Published by Will C. Rood, Quincy, Ill. 19th Edition, 1887, 28 Pages. * German Language. Instructions for Using the Dressmakers' Magic Scale. Improved and Simplified for Cutting Ladies' and Children's Wearing Apparel. Published by Will C. Rood, Quincy, Ill. 26th Edition, 1892, 26 Pages. * Reprint on thick paper of the Will C. Rood Magic Scale Ruler and Curvature, to be used when following the instructions in the Dressmakers' Magic Scale Patterns. These rulers have been printed on extra wide paper and will be sent rolled, instead of folded.

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Title: Instructions for Using the Dressmakers' Magic Scale. Will C. Rood. 1880s Dressmaker System. Booklet and Ruler Set - Reprint
Publisher: Will C. Rood
Publication Date: 1880
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Good
Weight: 1.4 pounds

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I'm a heritage preservationist with an interest in fashion and dress history. I've been collection a long time and have many 19th and 20th century catalogs to share with you. I may also have various other books listed but my main focus will be sewing, dress history, fashion and crafts in 19th and 20th century interests. Please message with any questions.

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Conserving Threads
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