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Free pattern: Large Fitting Cardigan in an Unusual Stitch, c. 1940

Another pattern for the masculine-loving person in your life, and this time a STUNNING cabled cardigan. It features seed-stitch front bands and also a cute set in pocket. This issue is really fragile, and I think it's economy print due to WW2 restrictions. To fit: 38" chestYarn:...

1950s vintage knitting patterns pattern free pullover jumper sweater mens novelty sweater dragon

Free pattern: Men’s Dragon Pullover c. 1950s

Today's free vintage knitting pattern is super fun dragon sweater or jumper! Even though this is a men's pattern, its easily unisex and would look great on everyone! Even better - the pattern is charted, not common for vintage Australian patterns. To fit: 39-40 inch chestYarn:...

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Finished: Hawaiian Summer outfit

With Viva Las Vegas coming up soon in September it's time to make an outfit - not that we're able to attend due to Australia's restrictions. I LOVE vintage Hawaiian dresses - but I actually don't like low cut dresses. I wanted something that was light...

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Curvy Month 10: Wilma fitted cardigan c. 1950s

I really wanted to save this lovely knitting pattern til last. Wilma has it all going on - lace front, picot edged bands and sweet cable trim. The pattern uses sportsweight yarn so would knit a little faster, and even better is the sizing range, from...

Curvy Month 9: An Excellent Slip On, c. 1959

Now I know 1959 is a bit later that I normally share, but I'm planning on knitting this bolero-cardigan up soon so I thought you might like it too. This cute little number is covered in a simple slip stitch pattern for interest, and features shaped...

Curvy Month 8: Ribbing is Slimming, c. 1940s

Ribbing is certainly slimming, and you can tell this pattern was well loved by the original owner's notes all over it. It looks like the original owner extended the ribbing all the way up the front, but I personally like the plain effect in the...