Tuesday, 14 October 2014

1940s Knitting - Land Girls Moving Cable Sweater

The Vintage Pattern Files: Free 1940s Style Knitting Pattern - Land Girl Style Sweater
Land Girls Moving Cable Sweater
Bust 32–34, 36–38, 40-42, 44-46 Inches

Pattern Written in English, Dutch, German & French!!

"Knit this women's cable sweater from our Winchester School of Art Online Collection 2013, a design by Lucy Jones using the gorgeous yarn Felted Tweed (wool, alpaca & viscose). With cable and moss stitch detail, neat collar and set in sleeves, this design was a finalist in the Rowan Design Awards 2013"

Monday, 13 October 2014

1960's Knitting - Harpers Twin Set

The Vintage Pattern Files: Free 1960s Style Knitting Pattern - Harpers Twin Set
1960's Style Harpers Twinset
Bust 32–34, 36–38, 40-42, 44-46 Inches

Pattern Written in English, Dutch, German & French!!

"Knit this women's twin set comprising of short sleeved top and cardigan from our Winchester School of Art Online Collection 2013, a design by Meghan Lewis using the gorgeous yarn Felted Tweed (wool, alpaca & viscose). Knitted using textured stitches, with bobble edgings and peter pan collar, this design was a finalist in the Rowan Design Awards 2013"

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Sunday, 12 October 2014

1940s Knitting - Amelia Sweater

The Vintage Pattern Files: Free 1940s Style Knitting Pattern - Women's Lace Sweater
1940s Style Amelia Sweater
Bust 32–34, 36–38, 40-42, 44-46 Inches

Pattern Written in English, Dutch, German & French!!

"Knit this women's textured sweater from our Winchester School of Art Online Collection 2013, a design by Alex Pengelly using the gorgeous yarn Felted Tweed (wool, alpaca & viscose). With contrasting colour block sections and raglan sleeves, this design was a finalist in the Rowan Design Awards 2013"
Pattern by Alex Penally found on Knit Rowan Website

Saturday, 11 October 2014

1970s Knitting - 'Centre Court' Tank Top

The Vintage Pattern Files: Free 1970s Style Knitting Pattern - Cable Tank topSweater
1970s Style Centre Court Tank Top
Bust 32–34, 36–38, 40-42, 44-46 Inches

Pattern Written in English, Dutch, German & French!!

"Game, set and match! In celebration of Andy Murray's historic Wimbledon win we bring you this sporty, v neck tank, a free pattern for you to download. Designed by Martin Storey using the beautiful yarn Wool Cotton (wool and cotton), with deep v, chunky cables and deep rib welt, this knitting pattern is also available in a men's version. Anyone for tennis?!"

Pattern by Martin Storey found on Knit Rowan Website

Wednesday, 8 October 2014

1930's Knitting - Lacey Stripes & Leg-o-Mutton Sleeves


Lacey Stripes and Leg-o-Mutton Sleeves 1933

"This is a jumper that can see you smartly through a variety of occasions, both morning and informal afternoon."

Kindly Reproduced by Faded Splendour

Sunday, 5 October 2014

1920's Sewing - The 20 minute Vonnet

The 20 minute Vonnet

This elegant dress is made from 4 silk scarves which when sewn together make a stunning vonnet inspired dress!

Designed by Kass from Sew Retro

Saturday, 4 October 2014

1970's Sewing - Blanket Coat

Blanket Coat
Bust 86cm-96cm/ 34″-38″

This pattern is so versatile as above it creates a perfect tribal 70's look, made in velvet it looks authentically 20's!

Kindly Created By the super talented Vera Venus

Friday, 3 October 2014

1930's Sewing - Slinky Bias Slip

Slinky Bias Slip

3 sizes included on the pattern: 84cm-99cm bust / 89cm-104 hip
(33″-39″ bust / 35″-41″hip)

 Kindly Created By Vera Venus

Thursday, 2 October 2014