Thursday, 22 November 2012

1940's Knitting - Ballet Blue Jumper


Ballet Blue Jumper
Australian Woman's Weekly 1942
(32-34")

Delightful assets: Lacy stitch insets which resemble insertion, puff sleeves, moulded torso, feminine styling.   THIS perfectly-styled jumper is lovely enough to wear evenings with a long skirt. Service women will appreciate its dainty appeal when off duty.


Tuesday, 20 November 2012

1930s Knitting - The 3 Hour Sweater

The 3 Hour Sweater

"Fascinating! And most popular. Three hours of knitting and presto —you have a smart garment your friends are sure to admire. The loose stitch progresses so rapidly you'll want to make several — two or three for your own wardrobe and others for gifts."



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Thursday, 15 November 2012

1940's Sewing - Hair Curlers

Soft Hair Curlers
I have been wanting to make some of these for a while, as they must be more comfy to sleep in than pesky plastic rollers, and a super way to use up odds and ends of fabric!

Kindly created by Shawnee who blogs about her crafty creations over at Life with Monkey

Sunday, 11 November 2012

Saturday, 10 November 2012

1970's Knitting - Halter Top

Halter Top
LeeWards Complete Library of Needlecraft, published in 1975

Kindly reproduced by Lolarusa who blogs over at The Chawed Rosin

Friday, 9 November 2012

Thursday, 8 November 2012

Wednesday, 7 November 2012

1960's Knitting - Men’s Striped V-Neck Pullover and Zippered Jacket

Men’s Striped V-Neck Pullover and Zippered Jacket
Columbia Minerva Hand Knits for Men book 763, published in the late 60s

Kindly reproduced by Lolarusa who blogs over at The Chawed Rosin