This is a cute and stylin’ 1940s sailor hat to crochet. It looks more like a fascinator hat to me, and is uniquely indicative of World War II fashion. ~Marilyn
Posts Tagged: pattern
Vintage 1973 Baroque Granny Square Bedspread to Crochet (Pattern)
This is a classic 1970s Granny Square pattern! This richly colored, beautifully crocheted spread recycles sports yarn remnants. “Would be especially effective in an uncluttered room”, per the caption. 😀 ~Marilyn
Men’s and Women’s Vintage Mod 60s Ski Sweater to Knit
Perfect for a winter project, here is a fun vintage 1960s knitting pattern for a mod 60s Nordic ski sweater. Instructions for both the women’s and men’s sweaters. Enjoy! ~Marilyn
Weldon’s Ladies’ Journal Vintage 1930s Frock Fashions
Weldon’s Ladies’ Journal was a British women’s magazine that catered to the fashionable housewife, with its patterns for pretty frocks. This is the front and back covers of the magazine, with beautiful artwork. I am assuming that most home seamstresses were very skilled, as the “patterns” just show the layout of the pieces on the… Read more »
Crochet a Cute Vintage 60s Granny Square Shell Sweater
Since most of us are hunkered down during this Covid-19 pandemic, I am trying to keep things positive as much as possible on my vintage blog! This is a really sweet vintage 1965 crochet pattern for a Granny Square shell sweater. Granny Square styling has made a great comeback in the designer fashion scene the… Read more »
Knit a Vintage Mod 60s “Pop” Pullover Sweater (Pattern)
I love this image of a leggy, mod model (circa 1965) posing in a tree modeling a “Pop” sweater to knit. She is the epitome of mid-sixties mod style! I think she looks very on-trend for today, with her black leggings, ankle booties, and long sweater. The heavy eye makeup, nude lip, and bangs and… Read more »
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