This is a fabulous vintage 1966 knitting pattern for a gorgeous Fair Isle/Nordic cardigan sweater! Perfect for the holiday festivities and winter warmth. Get started knitting this classic beauty today! Instructions and measurements are below. Click on the photos to enlarge. ~Marilyn
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Finnfemme Favorites: MARIMEKKO Holiday 2018
Being of Finnish heritage I have an innate appreciation for Finnish design, especially Marimekko. I just love their gorgeous bold prints and simple styles. Marimekko’s holiday designs are particularly spectacular, so I put together a Wish List of my favorites. I would love to make an entrance at a holiday party or gathering in any… Read more »
Crochet Pattern for a Vintage 70s Flingy Tri-Square Shawl
Three giant granny squares that started small and just kept growing! Helen Bullett designed it in rich earth colors, joined the completed squares with single crochet, then bordered it with deep fringe. Smashing! In knitting worsted. Instructions are below. Please click on photos to enlarge. ~Marilyn
Knit a Vintage 40s Hare and Tortoise Cardigan Sweater (Pattern)
This is a fabulous graphic sweater knitting pattern from the 1940s! Featuring a lively tortoise and hare frolicking across the sweater, it is a gentle reminder that there were some fun fashions in the 40s. Knitting instructions and chart are below. Please click on photos to enlarge. ~Marilyn
Crochet a Vintage 70s Long Granny Square Vest
This is a fab vintage 1976 crochet pattern using granny squares to make a long tailored vest! Knee-length vest designed by Sally De Gaetano is made of large grannies connected with shells. Lower back and side seams have gussets of shells to give the gentle ease of a slight A-line. Shoulders and shaped neckline are… Read more »
Knit a Vintage 70s Chunky Wool Peruvian Sweater Jacket
Just in time for winter, you will love knitting up this Peruvian sweater jacket that’s in tune with all of Mother Nature. A bold red stripe on each sleeve accents the rich natural Andean colors of the yarns. Design by Del Feldman. Click on the photos to enlarge. ~Marilyn Affiliate link for knitting supplies:
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