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Curvy Month 4: 1940s Charming Coat

A non-bulky cardigan for the not-so-slim? Sign me up! Blanket coats were the latest fashion during the early 1940s so why should the larger sizes miss out? This coat also features hip pockets and some interesting bust pockets - personally I would leave the bust...

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Curvy Month 3: 1930s Outsize Jumper with Knitted in Vest

Today's free vintage knitting pattern is another one from Table Talk - this time featuring a knitted in 'vest' or contrast panel. It absolutely screams Art Deco, especially in the suggested colourway of dark green and maroon red. To fit: 44-46" chest Yarn: fingering weight Needles: UK...

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Curvy Month 2: 1930s A Jumper with Spot Design

Today's free vintage knitting pattern is one from a Matron's Knitwear booklet I was able to scan at the Australian National Library - just to share with you! It's a gorgeous early 1930s design, featuring intarsia spots across an upper yoke. I hope you like it! To...

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Curvy Month 1: 1950s Jumper in Lacy Stripes

Welcome to Curvy Month! A month of free vintage knitting patterns in more inclusive sizing (larger than the regular 34")! This month we're starting off with a pleasing summer knitted from Strutts. Even though it says it's a jumper this little one is actually a cardigan...

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Curvy Month 10: 1940s Catalina Jumper in sizes 32-54

Live your 1940s mermaid fantasy with Catalina! And did I mention, this pattern is free?! Reproduced, resized and revamped from the Sun-Glo 'Los Angeles' pattern shown below, Catalina includes updated yarn requirements, modern instructions and a larger size range for knitters who love authentic vintage styling. I've...

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Curvy Month 9: Lace Cardigan 2601, c. 1950s

Today's free vintage knitting pattern is delicate, practical and the perfect topper for your summer dresses. Finished sizes: 37, 41 and 45" Needles: USA 2, metric 2.75mm Yarn: Fingering weight Tension: 17 sts to 2 inches Published: Bear Brand Hand Knit Cardigans, Vol 354 (c. 1957) ...