I'm a huge fan of those 1950s novelty knits and western wear - but a lot of a time the most interesting patterns are sized for children (sad face). Although Mary Maxim and Knit O Graf both released western designs, my heart was drawn to Knit...
As soon as I got a copy of Susan Crawford's latest A Stitch in Time V3 book, I knew I needed to make the Marble pattern. A 1950's fairisle, plus stripes, plus a wild pink, turquoise and yellow colour palette? I'm in! This is the...
I've had this very rare early 1940s pattern in my collection for such a long time, it was finally high time to make it up! Although it's sized for a 46 inch bust - the hips are 50" which is very close to my measurements and...
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...
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...
Oh wow, what a year - I've been slack in posting some recent makes! First off the list is the Crossneck Tiki Dress - my latest pattern professionally graded up to a size 46! The original pattern itself comes from the late 50s to early 60s, produced...