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Granny's Box : The Story of Mollie Franklin Hensley (by Sandy Laws)

Quilt Pattern found in Granny's Box belonging to Mollie F. Hensley.

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Advertisements Granny’s Box contains various advertisements for patterns. Mollie would have been familiar with Walker's hot iron transfers which were available in the 1930s. The transfers had a resurgence in 1970s and 80s.

Walker's knew how to appeal to their audience. The back side of this sheet says: "To-day's Handiwork is To-morrow's Heirloom." A hand made quilt may be treasured by future generations. Women who embroider well are the envy of their friends. The best results are obtained with Walker's Hot Iron Transfers.

The torn page is from the Butterick Company which was founded in the 1860s.

Laura Wheeler Needlecraft Designs were advertised in the Knoxville Journal in the 1930s.

Needlecraft Supply also advertised in the 1930s.