Musings from Marilyn

Knit a Vintage 50s Nordic Ski Sweater and Cap

Posted December 2nd, 2019 by finnfemme & filed under Daily Life, Fashion, Vintage.

This is a beautiful vintage 1958 ski sweater and cap pattern to knit! It has a gorgeous traditional Nordic/Fair Isle yoke pattern that is always classic and fashionable. Instructions and sizing info below. Happy knitting! 🙂 ~Marilyn

Knit a Vintage 60s Scandinavian Ski Sweater and Hat – Free Pattern

Posted December 14th, 2018 by finnfemme & filed under Fashion, Vintage.

This is a stunning vintage 1967 knitting pattern for a Nordic ski sweater and cap. Knit this patterned pullover in the Scandinavian way: tubular to the shoulders on a circular needle. Method makes two-color knitting easy, eliminates purling back. Armholes are stitched and cut, sleeves are set in. Matching cap, sleeves are worked on double-pointed… Read more »

Crochet a Vintage 70s Granny Square Floppy Hat

Posted October 31st, 2018 by finnfemme & filed under Fashion, Vintage.

Since today is Halloween (BOO!) I was inspired to post this candy-corn-color crochet pattern. Thick glossy yellow and orange rug yarn makes a brilliant casual hat. Designed by Susan Fairfield, the crown is granny squared and scalloped brim is single crocheted. Instructions are below. Please click on photo to enlarge. ~Marilyn

Make a Vintage 70s Jumbo Stitch Mohair Poncho and Hat

Posted October 9th, 2018 by finnfemme & filed under Fashion, Vintage.

I love this fabulous Boho 70s chunky, jumbo stitch poncho and hat! For spectacular and warm winter dressing. Capture the rosy hues of a frosty sunset in this lush and subtle blend of four shades of mohair yarns. Sides are closed for extra shelter. Matching hat is cuffed and cozy. Knitting instructions are below. Click… Read more »

The American Biba Dolly Look of 1972

Posted September 13th, 2018 by finnfemme & filed under Daily Life, Fashion, Frugal Living, Vintage.

In the early 1970s, there was a brief period of time when the so-called Dolly look was the trend in the USA. Based on the Biba look that was all the rage in England, it never quite took the hold that it held across the pond. It was a really stunning vintage ’30s/’40s look, but… Read more »

Vintage 70s Mary Quant Cosmetics and Crocheted Hat

Posted April 1st, 2014 by finnfemme & filed under Beauty, Fashion, Vintage.

After searching for Yardley of London ads in my Seventeen magazines, I noticed a couple of ads from the 70s issues for Mary Quant Cosmetics Ltd. I had almost completely forgotten that Mary Quant, mod British designer of the miniskirt, produced a line of makeup as well. I remember trying a couple of her products… Read more »

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