united states

Contains texts of twenty-three spirituals, traditional songs, street cries, chants, hand-clapping songs, and contemporary songs for children, with an appendix discussing the origins of each song and showing the melodic line.

This brightly illustrated book show how traditonal American quilt-block designs tell the story of pioneer days, when designs were created to reflect daily life and special events. Simple craft projects, using paper and other easily obtained materials, are included.

Describes articles made by various artisans for the use of the early settlers.

Examines the art of the silversmith in colonial times.

A history of woodworking craftsmen in colonial America, describing their tools, materials, and workmanship.

Presents an illustrated history of tools and gadgets from the home, farm, print shop, mills, and industry.

Gives a short history of American papermaking before the Revolution, and describes the processes used by the colonial papermakers, from the separating of rag fibers to the final finishing or glazing.

A survey of colonial American crafts as practiced today in restored historic villages and towns in the U.S.

Examines how mills functioned in early America, discussing their economic and social roles in the community. Photographs illustrate the mechanical aspects of building and operating a mill.

Discusses the food eaten by the early settlers and tells how it was prepared.