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...
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) ...
This 1930s pattern is the epitome of art deco style - subtle textured stitch, belted waist, longer length and sweet neckline tie. To Fit: 34, 36 and 38" bust Yarn: Fingering weight Needles: Uk 12, metric 2.75mm Tension: 8 sts to the inch Published: Knitting and Homecrafts Vol 2....
I really love this pattern, it's so unusual! Knit from the bottom up and featuring dolman sleeves, this pattern requires you to knit garter bands on fine needles, then one row on very large needles. It gives a really pleasing effect and I think it...
I'm always so excited to share patterns in sizes greater than 44" - they really are the unicorns, but they're definitely out there! Doreen is late 1940s, maybe early 1950s and features a really interesting arrowstitch lace pattern. To fit: 42-43, 45-46 and 48-49 inch busts Needles:...
Designed for larger sizes, this sleek french style suit includes a textured jacket and skirt. Check out those pockets on the jacket - amazing! To fit: 36-38 and 40-42" chest Yarn: Fingering weight crepe Needles: UK 10, metric 3.25mm Tension: 8 sts to the inch Published: The Australian Women's Weekly...