Sunflower Tube Top & Bolero
From The Lux Book, 1951.
(32 and 34" Bust)
"Choose a flaring colour for the beach... spangle it with sequins after dark."
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Showing posts with label Vintage Purls. Show all posts
Thursday, 7 June 2012
1950's Knitting - Lace Detail Jumper
Lace Detail Jumper
From Stitch Needlecraft and Home Feature Magazine, Vol. 6, No. 6, March 1954.
(34 and 36" Bust)
"Appealingly feminine, warm and light...a jumper for chilly days...gracefully ribbed at the waist."
Pattern from Vintage Purls
1940's Knitting - Tie-Neck Jumper
Tie-Neck Jumper
From Stitchcraft no.171, 1947.
To fit 33-35 inch bust.
"Elegant sweater with interesting yoke and neck details.."
1950's Knitting - Lace Knit Twin set
Lace-Knit Twinset
From Stitch Needlecraft and Home Feature Magazine, Vol. 5, No. 8, 1953.
(38-40 inch bust)
"A lacy twinset knitted in 2-ply wool for the 38 to 40 inch bust measurement."
1950's Knitting - Lace-Knit Blouse
Lace-Knit Blouse
From Needlework illustrated, No. 215, 1952.
To fit 34 inch bust.
"Loveliest lace-knit blouse for day or informal evening wear."
1950's Kniting - Diagonal Rib Jersey
Diagonal Rib Jersey
From New Knitting, September 1954. To fit 33 inch bust.
"A jersey of distinction knitted in a clever diagonal pattern to give
prestige to your Autumn collection. The sleeves are in Raglan style. It
has a pleasant fresh-air look and makes an excellent background for
costume jewellery."
Free Pattern Here
Note from Vintage Purls:
It appears that the stitch pattern directions for this design are flawed, please read through the pattern carefully - you will probably need to rework the directions in order to produce a garment like the one pictured.
It appears that the stitch pattern directions for this design are flawed, please read through the pattern carefully - you will probably need to rework the directions in order to produce a garment like the one pictured.
1950's Knitting - Bobble Stitch Bolero
From Needlewoman & Needlecraft, No. 46, 1951.
(34-35" Bust)
(34-35" Bust)
Instructions also given for long sleeves
Pattern from Vintage Purls
1950's Knitting - Lacy Jumper
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Woman's Lacy Jumper
From Needlewoman and Needlecraft, No. 46, 1951.
(34" bust) "A pretty lace pattern and an interesting neckline."  |
Pattern from Vintage Purls
Saturday, 28 April 2012
1940's Knitting - Women's Smart Slipover
Smart Slipover
From Madam Weigel's Journal of Fashion, November 1, 1947.(32-34" Bust)
"Worn over a skirt blouse ... this little slipover is the essence of chic."
Pattern from Vintage Purls
1940's Knitting - Spiral Bedsocks
Spiral Bedsocks
From Madam Weigel's Journal of Fashion, May 1, 1948.
(To fit any size)
(To fit any size)
"Being heel-less these socks give double wear as they may be continually turned and still fit well."
Pattern from Vintage Purls
1950's Knitting - Woman's Jumper with Tie Waist
Woman's Jumper with Tie Waist
From Stitch Needlecraft and Home Feature Magazine, Vol. 3, No. 12, 1951.
(32-33" Bust)
(32-33" Bust)
"Subtle lines are dramatic. You'll like the effect of the new and
flattering jumper with it's novel tie sash, and made in Fashion's latest
craze — Strutt's Knitting Cotton."
Pattern from Vintage Purls
1940's Knitting - Butterfly Bow
White Butterfly Bow
From Needlewoman Vol.18, No.208, January, 1940.
"A delicate knitted bow to lighten the neck of a dark dress."
Pattern from Vintage Purls
1940's Knitting - Water Sprite Swim-Suit
(32-34" Bust)
"Ready to meet sun and sea, a two-colour swim-suit knitted in couponless thread."
Pattern from Vintage Purls
1950's Knitting - A Cardigan for the Fuller Figure
Cardigan for the "Fuller Figure"
From Needlewomen & Needlecraft, No.52, 1952.
( 38-39" Bust)
( 38-39" Bust)
Pattern from Vintage Purls
1940's Knitting - Norwegian Mitts
Norwegian Mitts
From Needlewoman and Needlecraft no.53 1953.
To fit 6¼ to 6¾ inch hand.
To fit 6¼ to 6¾ inch hand.
1940's Knitting - Ladies Jersey
From Needlework Illustrated no.198 1949.
(32-36" Bust)
"This well-cut woolie does more than double duty. It's excitingly dressy
for evening—teams perfectly with your tailored suit—is a lovely partner
for country tweeds. Interest lies in stitch detail—lacy trellis
pattern, bordered and yoked with rib."Pattern from Vintage Purls
1940's Knitting - Cosy Bed Jacket
Dainty Bed Jacket
From Needlework Illustrated no.191 1948.
To fit an "average" size.
To fit an "average" size.
"Delectable little coat knitted in a quilted stitch -- soft, dainty, featherweight. Long sleeves for extra cosiness, but we give instructions for short ones as well."
1950's Knitting - Of-The-Shoulder Evening Jumper
Off-The-Shoulder Evening Jumper
From Woman and Home January 1950.
(34" Bust)
From Woman and Home January 1950.
(34" Bust)
"The gleam of sequins adds glamour to the simple background.
1940's Knitting - Bobble Jumper
Ladies Bobble Jumper
From Stitchcraft number 94 (early 1940s).
To fit size 32-34 inch bust.
To fit size 32-34 inch bust.
"Elegant lacy pattern with interesting bobbles. Slightly gathered sleeve tops. The pattern instructions call for 2-ply wool, but a modern 4-ply will give the required tension. Pattern is knitted on slightly larger needles than normally used for this ply of wool - giving a nice, light top."
Pattern from Vintage Purls
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