While today's free vintage knitting pattern is a 'matron' style, it actually has a very youthful jabot that was really common on 1930s knitwear. The all-over lace pattern would make this a fun and fairly fast knit too! To fiit: 38" inch bust (lace is stretchy...
Does anyone else have the perfect pattern, that looks fantastic no matter how many times you make it? Marian Martin 9014 is definitely that vintage pattern for me - I've made it three times and they all look fantastic (not to mention comfortable. I was inspired...
Today is the last day for Curvy Month! I really wanted to save a special knit for last - The Spectator. It's classic 40s look and generous (for the time) sizing makes it a winning entry for Curvy Month. I really LOVE the cabled yoke effect...
We all love a fast and flattering knit! Today's free vintage knitting pattern is for a classic cabled cardigan knit in bulky-weight yarn. It would make a great project for someone just wanting to dip their toe into using vintage knitting patterns. Finished sizes: 38 and 42...
I've never come across 'Phoebe' as a publisher before, but hopefully I can find more booklets because this style is adorable! This gorgeous cardigan is knit up quickly in worsted weight yarn, and features decorative cables down the front and sleeves. To fit: 40"/ 100cm chestNeedles: US...
Back to the 1950s today, and another totally wearable knit. Bernice features a very preppy pointed collar, constrast stitch yoke and chest pockets. The ribbed body would be very flattering. To fit: 34-35, 37-38, 40-41 and 43-44 inch bustsYarn: Fingering weightNeedles: UK 10 and 12, metric...