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 »
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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 »
Vintage 50s Fisherman Knit Turtleneck Sweater Pattern
The Fisherman Knit sweater comes in and out of fashion, but will always remain a classic! This is a gorgeous knitting pattern from 1958. It features beautiful cable knit details and a turtleneck neckline. Pattern and size chart are below: Happy Knitting! 😀 ~Marilyn
Knit a Vintage 50s St. Moritz Ski Sweater (Pattern)
This is a fantastic vintage 1958 knitting pattern for the “St. Moritz” ski sweater! It has a cool geometric design that feels very modern. Plus, I love the sophisticated Grace Kelly-esque model all dolled up for a day on the slopes. Instructions and sizing are below. Happy knitting (and skiing)! 😀 ~Marilyn
Knit a Vintage 50s Nordic Ski Sweater and Cap
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
I'm Marilyn, and I'm obsessed with vintage clothing, thrift stores, clotheslines, and Chanel. Welcome to my down-to-earth world!