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Curvy Month 6: One = Two reversible top c. 1950s

How about a top you can wear both ways? This cute little top is reversible and oh so practical. To fit: 32, 34, ,36, 38 inch bustsYarn: Fingering weightNeedles: US 1 and 2, Metric 2.25 mm and 2.75 mmPublished: Modern Knitting ...

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Curvy Month 5: Charmer, a sweet summer cardigan c. 30s-40s

Simply charming! This gorgeous little cardigan features a sweet frilled collar and a cabled pattern yoke. Very of the period puff sleeves complete the look. To fit: 36 and 38 inch bustsYarn: Fingering weightNeedles: UK10 and 12, metric 3.25mm and 2.75mmPublished in: Patons and Baldwins Style,...

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Curvy Month 4: Ellen, a smart jacket c. 1940s

I’m always partial to a knitted jacket, they were very popular in the 40s and look oh-so-smart. This lovely jacket has a lovely Greek key type design at the chest made from purl stitches - simple and striking. Also those strong 1940s shoulders, and a cute...

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Curvy Month 3: Rencie, the perfect all-rounder, c.1950s

I really love this design featuring a flecked yarn, it looks perfect for a 30s or 50s look depending on how you style it. To fit: 36-37, 38-39 and 40-41 inch bustYarn: Fingering weightNeedles: UK 10 and 12, metric 3.25mm and 2.75mmPublished in: Patons Kitting Book...

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Curvy Month 2: Cosy Box Coat, c. 1940

There’s something so quintessentially Forties as a thick box coat, so why should curvy sizes miss out? This box coat vintage knitting pattern also features a lovely textured stitch and makes up quickly in bulky wool. To fit: 38/40 inch bustYarn: Blanket wool (12 ply weight)Needles: UK...