This sweet 1940s knitting pattern is for a sweater with, for all things, antelopes! I think it is completely fresh, original and oh-so charming. It is just so darn jaunty. I’ve been thinking how really cool it is to knit sweaters using vintage patterns. You get the double advantage of new materials with an old… Read more »
Posts Tagged: sweater
Sweet Vintage 50s Cropped Cardigan Knitting Pattern
I realize that it may seem a bit odd that I’m posting knitting patterns when it’s almost summer, but it has been so cool and rainy here in Seattle that it seems like perfect knitting weather! I am not one to knit in hot weather; I find it most sticky and annoying. But for those… Read more »
Vintage 60s Knitting Pattern: Mohair Cardigan Sweater
Going through my vintage knitting pattern stash, I found this sweet 1960s pattern! Knit in fluffy mohair, it is a button-up cardigan style. The scallop edge detail is so fabulous. This would look so pretty in white or pastels. Again, this is vintage sizing, so a size 12 would fit a 32″ bust / size… Read more »
Vintage 50s Knitting Pattern: Knit a Fringed Shawl!
While going through my vintage knitting patterns, looking for a shawl pattern similar to the green frilled shrug Kate Middleton wore grocery shopping, I ran across this beauty. I guess I could say that it’s a 1950s version of Kate’s shawl. I love how the model is depicted wearing this over her bathing suit at… Read more »
Vintage 1955 Knitting Pattern for Bolero Sweater Jacket
Okay, I found one more 50s knitting pattern for a short bolero jacket! This one is really cute, with a stand-up shawl collar and cuff sleeves. It is more fitted than the 60s bolero I posted. This would look adorable knitted in angora, or some fluffy yarn. This jacket is for sizes 12, 14, and… Read more »
Vintage 60s Kate Bolero Knitting Pattern
I found another fab vintage knitting pattern for a bolero jacket similar to Kate Middleton’s! This one is from the 60s and calls for sequin trim – ooh la la. 🙂 I do find the most amazing things in my stash o’ stuff. I’ll be posting more vintage sweater and shawl knitting patterns in… Read more »
I'm Marilyn, and I'm obsessed with vintage clothing, thrift stores, clotheslines, and Chanel. Welcome to my down-to-earth world!