Sunday, 25 November 2012

1930's Knitting - An Aristocrat in White and Scarlet

An Aristocrat in White and Scarlet
Australian Woman's Weekly 1935
(32" Bust)


"You’ll agree this jumper is lovely enough to set every knitting needle a-flying! Featuring the new, wide shoulder effect, this delightful diagonal-rib jumper combines scarlet and white - that much loved color combination - very effectively. The back, front and sleeves are knitted up to a certain point, joined together, then all the stiches are picked up on four needles and the yoke is worked round and round as you would for a stocking. Use two needles to make the body and sleeves."

Saturday, 24 November 2012

1930's Knitting - A Symphony in Green

A Symphony in Green
Australian Women's Weekly 1935
(34" Bust)

Another exclusive design from  Paris for you to knit your wayswiftly, unerringly, to indooror outdoor charm. A Parisian garment to catch and hold your attention is the unusual shaped neckline - so snug-fitting; also the strapped centre piece which, in the original jumper, has been decorated with three black buttons. A matching belt in suede is advocated; or you could wear a silver belt with marked success if you substituted chromium buttons for the black.

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