Free vintage knitting patterns

Open Work Jumper, Lincoln Mills c. late 30s/early 40s

Today's free vintage knitting pattern is from Lincoln Mills Knitting Book 667. The designs seem to be from the start of World War Two (early 1940s) however, there is something unusual about this knitwear model. I think she may be of Asian or Japanese heritage, which is...

Snow Train, Monarch Yarns circa. 1942

Today's free vintage knitting pattern comes frm a Monarch Yarns Booklet - but I can't remember the name, apologies. Its from 1942 and is for a lovely ski-set. I WISH it got this cold in Australia - imagine wearing a little fair-isle head band to keep...

1950s Hairpin Lace Scarf from Minerva

Todays free vintage knitting pattern is actually hairpin crochet - I love the expression on the model's face! Its from Minerva Hair Pin Lace, circa 1955. ...

Knitted Vest and Panties, c.1950s

Todays free vintage knitting pattern is also from Sentinel Knitting for Winter, circa 1950s. I just think these look so delicate I had to share - to fit a 34 inch bust and up to a 38 inch hip.   ...

Knitted Lace Evening Shawl, Sentinel Knitting c.1950s

Todays free vintage knitting pattern comes from Sentinel. I've never come across that pattern brand before, but I believe its British. Its a lovely shawl - but I wonder how someone would actually keep it on like that all night!   ...

Shortie Gloves, from Lux Knitting 1951

 So cute! These are on my list for next winter for sure. Today's free vintage knitting pattern comes from the Australian version of Lux Knitting, 1951. ...