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Rewritten, re-designed and revitalised – Susie is a simple vintage styled jumper that is sure to please.

Based on an original vintage knitting pattern from the early 1940s, Susie features a triple bow trim across the chest and box head pleated sleeves. K2,P2 ribbing around the waist is very ‘of the era’, and a smart button closure completes the back.

Susie is authentically true to the 1940s – a time of wool rationing meant knitwear was often fitted and higher waisted. Shoulders are narrower and under arms higher than modern styles, giving a pert effect.

Sizes

34, 36, 38, (40, 42, 44), [46, 48, 50], {52, 54}

Susie is meant to fit with zero to negative 1 inch (2.5cm) ease. Choose a size that is closest to your actual chest size, or slightly smaller for an authentic 1940s look.

Finished Measurements

• CHEST: 34, 36, 38 (40, 42, 44)[46, 48, 50]{52, 54} inches (85, 90, 95, 100, 105, 110, 115, 120, 125, 130, 135 cm)
• BICEP: 12.75, 13.5, 14.25 (15, 15.5, 15.5)[16, 16, 16.5]{16.5 17} inches (32, 34, 36, 38, 39, 39, 40.5, 40.5, 42, 42, 43 cm)
• CHEST TO HEM: 12.5, 13, 13.5 (13.5, 14, 14)[14.5, 14.5, 15]{ 15, 15.5} inches (32, 33, 34, 34, 35.5, 35.5, 37, 37, 38, 38, 39 cm)

Yarn and Supplies

• 2, 3, 3(3, 3, 3)[3, 3, 4]{4,4} skeins of Cascade Heritage sock (Chanterelle pink)
• Or 850, 900, 1000 (1050, 1100, 1200)[1250, 1300, 1400]{1500, 1600] yards of 4-ply yarn
• Or 750, 850, 900 (950, 1000, 1100)[1150, 1200, 1300]{1350, 1450] metres of 4-ply yarn
• Approx 70 yards or metres of a contrast 4-ply for the bows (sample used Knitpicks Palette, in Currant)
• 3 x 1/2 inch (1.25cm) buttons
• Metric 2.75mm and 3.25mm or needle size to tension
• 3.25mm crochet hook

Tension

• 29 sts and 40 rows to 4 inches (10cm)