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Here is a family who could never be called slackers in the knitting field. One hundred and seventy three pairs of socks were among the quantities of knitted articles turned over to the American Red Cross by Mrs. Shumaker, Okabena, Minn, who has had much assistance from her husband, son, and daughter. 1919. American National Red Cross Photograph Collection. Library of Congress Prints & Photographs Division.
Did your grandparent have a favorite toy? Did they make their toys themselves? You can find the history of toys and how to make them. Learning and practicing crafts your ancestors enjoyed helps you feel closer to them. You might want to explore woodworking, needlework, or cooking.
Consider some of these games and projects as activities for your next family reunion.
See the Charts and Photographs sections in this guide for additional ideas that may inspire family history gifts and crafts.
The following titles link to fuller bibliographic information in the Library of Congress Online Catalog. Links to additional online content are included when available.
12 Days of Christmas with Six Sisters' Stuff by 
The American Boy's Handy Book by 
American Girls Handy Book by 
Animal Friends to Sew by 
Classic Wooden Toys by 
Fast Scrapbooking with 4x6 Photos by 
Playing with the Past by 
Schoolyard Games (Revised Edition) by 
