1950's Knitting - Fan and Feather Jumper

Fan and Feather Jumper Variations

37-40" Bust

Another treat from Bex over at Subversive Femme as part of her Curvy Month

Free 1950s Womens Feather & Fan Knitting Pattern Here

1940's Knitting - Bow Neck Cardigan

Bow Neck Cardigan

38-40" Bust

Another treat from Bex over at Subversive Femme as part of her Curvy Month

Free Pattern Here

1930's Knitting - Waldorf Coat

Waldorf Coat 

936 - Eastyarn Volume 1.22

40" Bust

Another treat from Bex over at Subversive Femme as part of her Curvy Month

Free Pattern Here

1950's Sewing - Lovable Retro Playsuit Pattern

Lovable Retro Playsuit Pattern

"This super-pretty retro-inspired playsuit is just perfect for fabrics like silk charmeuse, crepe de chine, double georgette or chiffon.

Semi-fitted playsuit has side bust darts, center front & back seams, a simple vintage-inspired front neckline, a low back and a very gentle A-line silhouette.Playsuit closes at the gusset with buttons and is finished with purchased lace trim; the shoulder straps and tie belt are rendered in a narrow purchased ribbon. Wear this flirty boudoir piece for poolside lounging, relaxing at home or as sweetly sexy sleepwear."

Pattern Created By Fabric.com

Free Pdf Here

1940's Knitting - Knit Yourself a Turban

Knit Yourself a Turban

Pattern kindly shared by the lovely Lucy from 1940's Style For You

Free Pattern Here

And this is the one she Knitted for Me!

1940/50's Sewing - Cami & Tap Pants

Cami & Tap Pants

"Ooh la la! Pretty, sexy and totally gorgeous, this super-sweet two-some is perfect for fabrics like charmeuse, crepe de chine, double georgette or even-daringly!-sheer chiffon. Semi-fitted Cami has a scooped front neckline, a low back neckline and a gently curved hemline. Cami is finished with narrow self fabric bias binding, extending into ties at the shoulder. Pull-on Tap Pants are gently flared, with an elasticated waist and a narrow hem. Wear this boudoir essential with nothing more than a spritz of your favorite scent!"

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1940's Knitting - 'Edinburgh' Sweater

'Edinburgh' Sweater

By Patons & Baldwin

32-34" 34-36" 38-38"

Kindly reproduced by Knitting with Poppyrocks

Free Pattern Here

1950/60's Sewing - Sunny Side Up Hat

Sunny Side Up Hat

I love this late 50's/60's style Audrey Hepburn style Hat.

Pattern Created By Fabric.com

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1940's Knitting - Town or Sports Jumper

Long & shorts sleeved Jumpers for Town or Sports Wear

Kindly reproduced by The Wartime Housewife 

Free Pattern Here

1940's Knitting - Boy's Reverse Stitch Cardigan

Boy's Reverse Stitch Cardigan

Lincoln’s Hand Knitted's for Junior

Kindly reproduced by Knitting with Poppyrocks

Free Pattern Here

1920's Sewing - Dessins piqués No.274

Dessins piqués No. 274

Beautiful inspiring embroidery patterns from 15 Juillet 1923

Kindly reproduced by the lovely Florie who blogs over at Tricots et broderies d'autrefois

Free Patterns Here

1940's Sewing - Make Do & Mend Shoe Lace Corsage

Make Do & Mend Shoe Lace Corsage

Kindly reproduced by Vintage Visage

Free Pattern Here

1920's Sewing - Dessins piqués No. 307

Dessins piqués No. 307 

Beautiful inspiring embroidery patterns from 15 April 1926

Kindly reproduced by the lovely Florie who blogs over at Tricots et broderies d'autrefois

Free Patterns Here

1940's Sewing - Playsuit

A great Tutorial on making a 1940/50's style play suit from a pair of trousers/pants!

Read Ivy Frozens Blog Here