Crocheting was making a hip and trendy comeback in the 1970s. This is a great ad for Coats and Clark wool yarn, which features his and hers “Rib Ticklers” that you could crochet yourself. These tight vests were a granny square/floral design in bright colors. I remember this trend very well! Worn with bell bottom… Read more »
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Circa 1973 Romantic Victorian Vest Crochet Pattern
It’s been a while since I posted a vintage knitting/crochet pattern, but I’m back at it! This Romantic Victorian Vest crochet pattern is from 1973, and is made up of granny squares. Granny squares were huge in the ’70s and have had a bit of a resurgence in the vintage fashion world. It just goes… Read more »
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