Vintage Knitting Patterns - Ladies Page 11

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Lavenda 759: Great vintage ladies rib panel jumper knitting pattern from late 1930s. This design is worked in a vintage 3ply that should work well as a fine merino 4ply.  To fit 34-36 inch bust. Long and short sleeve instructions given. 3 small buttons at shoulder. Some small pictures on back page of other patterns available at the time. 

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Lavenda 760L: Lovely 1940's ladies knitting pattern for summer top. Knitted in vintage 3ply to fit 34"-36" bust. Try modern 4ply and a change of needles to get the correct tension. Stylish and retro for his summer.

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Lavenda 768: Great 1940's summer top knitting pattern with short puff sleeves and fascinating pattern,  knitted in vintage 3ply, so try modern 4ply and a tension square to see if you need to change needles. to fit 34"-36" bust

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Lavenda 780: Great vintage ladies jumper knitting pattern from late 1930s. Lovely design with short sleeves and square neck with interesting cable design at shoulders and waist. Lovely fitted shape. Instructions for long sleeves as well. Shoulder fastening. To fit 34-36 inch bust. Knitted in vintage 3ply which would have been similar to modern 4ply, so work a tension square in 4ply and change needles if needed. A few interesting pictures on back page of other patterns available at the time.

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Lavenda 818: Great vintage knitting pattern for ladies square cut bolero 1940s. Lovely pattern with neat shoulders and square edges. Very easy to knit in vintage 4ply, so try modern double knitting in a tension square and change needles if needed. To fit bust 34-36.

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Lavenda 819: Great vintage ladies jumper knitting pattern 1930s. This is a simple to knit jumper with the elegant styling of the 1930's. Slimming and figure hugging jumper shaping created by the ribbing. Long or short set in sleeves. Always work a tension square. To fit 32-36 inch bust. Knitted in vintage 3ply, so try modern 4ply in a tension square.

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Lavenda 843: Lovely vintage knitting pattern for summer jacket knitted in vintage 3ply so try modern 4ply and tension square to see if you need to change needles to get the size you require, to fit 34"-36" Try tension square in double knitting on 10's and 8's for a large size. 1930's Pattern is in clean and nice vintage condition with short split to top of spine

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Lavenda 852: Great vintage ladies jumper knitting pattern from 1940s. This super jumper has gathered shoulders and sits on waist, nice deep rib, so elegant. To fit 34-36 inch bust. Short or long sleeves. Worked in a yarn similar to modern 4ply.

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Lavenda 889L: Great vintage ladies short sleeved summer cardigan 1940s. Lovely simple little summer cardigan that can double as a jumper with flat wing collar and easy rib. To fit34-36 inch bust in vintage 3ply, so try modern 4ply - great in white for tennis.

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Lavenda 898: Great vintage ladies twin set knitting pattern 1930s. This one has ribbing at the shoulders to create a pleated look and the cuffs and welt are in a fancy rib which is repeated on the jumper. Jumper has instructions for long or short sleeves. To fit 40-44 inch bust, knitted in 2ply and 3ply, so work a tension square in modern 3ply and modern 4ply, both with fitted in sleeves.

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Lavenda 909L: Great little jumper to wear under suit, smart enough for the office or for casual wear. Little puff sleeves and deep welt, easy lacy pattern. Knitted in 2ply, try modern 3ply to fit 34"-36" bust or 4ply for a size larger. 1940's pattern in great condition.

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Lavenda 917: Great vintage collectible ladies knitting pattern from 1940s. This pretty duo with shoulder pads and lacy designs are to fit 34-36 inch bust and the jumper can have long or short sleeves. Knitted in a vintage 2ply that would now be similar to a modern 4ply (this 2ply being two twists of 2ply thus modern 4ply!) Always knit a tension square and change needles if needed.

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Lavenda 922L: Lovely 1940's vintage cardigan pattern, classic elegant style. In vintage 3ply 34-36 bust. Try modern 4ply, work tension square and don't for get to allow more wool for 4ply. World War 2 pattern

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Lavenda 926: Lovely vintage knitting pattern for ladies bolero from late 1930s/early 1940s. This lovely shape is easy to knit and very smart. To fit 34-36 inch bust in vintage 3ply, so try modern 4ply in a tension square.

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Lavenda 944L: Great vintage knitting pattern for ladies summer jumper from late 1930s worked in  vintage 2ply or 3ply (modern 3ply or 4ply) Work tension square and see if you need to change needles. Instructions given for long and short sleeves. To fit bust 34-36 inches. 

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Lavenda 961L. A very elegant twin set in vintage 3ply, try modern 4ply and a change of needles to give required tension. Interesting cable border and panel on jumper. To fit bust 34"-36".

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Lavenda 963: Great vintage ladies cardigan with low V knitting pattern from late 1930s and early 1940s. This design is a signature of the times and was very popular style with deep rib, low front and padded shoulders. Very neat and elegant . This one has long and short sleeve instructions and is knitted in modern 3ply or 4ply follow instructions for tension square on this one. To fit 34-36 inch bust.

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Lavenda 973: Great vintage knitting pattern for ladies cardigan, ideal for tennis or other sports to keep the chill off whilst practicing. Late 1930s. Great casual cardigan in easy lace stitch. Worked in vintage 2ply or 3ply (modern 3ply or 4ply) to fit 34"-36" bust. Work tension square to see if needles need changing to get correct tension as stated in the pattern.

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Lavenda 976: Another great vintage knitting pattern form this fabulous pattern house. Knitted in vintage 2ply or 3ply (modern 3ply or 4ply) work tension square to see if you need to change needles to get the tension required. Lovely summery pattern, could make the sleeves more modern by being shorter or keep the retro look.

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Lavenda 984: Great vintage ladies jumper knitting pattern from the late 1930s. Knitted in vintage 3ply, so try modern 4ply in a tension square, change needles if needed. To fit 34-36 inch bust. Has short sleeves and pretty ribbed yoke and shoulder pads. There are instructions for long sleeves as well.

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Lavenda 987: Great vintage ladies twinset knitting pattern from late 1930s. This set has very pretty design and the cardigan has ribbed yoke. Knitted in vintage 3ply that may well call for modern 4ply, always work a tension square. To fit 334-36 inch bust. Shoulder pads are included. Deep welt, very elegant.

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Lavenda 994: Great vintage ladies twinset knitting pattern from the late 1930s. This is a super pattern with flick back collar on the cardigan and nice deep welt. Elegant and nice fitting. Jumper and cardigan can be made with either long or short sleeves and worked in vintage 3ply, so try  modern 4ply. Always work a tension square, this set will fit 40-42 inch bust and has instructions for shoulder pads if you wish to use them.

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Lavenda 1000:  Stunning vintage knitting pattern for ladies jumper from late 1930s/early 1940s. To fit bust 34-36 In vintage 2ply or 3ply (modern 3ply or 4ply) work tension square to see if you need to change needles to get the tension required for good fit. Great bobbles to create the flowers giving lovely textured look.

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Lavenda 1001: Great vintage ladies twinset knitting pattern from 1940s. This lovely set is knitted in vintage 3ply, always work a tension square and in this case try modern 4ply. To fit 34-36 inch bust. Nice little cross over neck and collar for the jumper with short sleeves and the V neck cardigan is also very smart and elegant. Long sleeves can be made for the jumper.

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Lavenda 1004: Great ladies knitting pattern for a twin set knitting pattern from 1940s. This pattern is a rib that gives a stunning fit and twisted cable panel and yoke. Knitted in vintage 3ply so try modern 4ply in a tension square. To fit 34-36 inch bust.  Jumper has a two button fastening and instructions are provided for shoulder pads.

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Lavenda 1020: Great vintage ladies jumper knitting pattern 1940s. This very smart jumper is knitted in vintage 3ply, so try modern 4ply in a tension square. There are instructions for three quarter sleeves or long sleeves. This jumper has 11 buttons up the back, see picture below, and knitted shoulder pads, instructions included. It is very elegant and smart. To fit 32-34 inch bust. see rignt for the back view of this design.

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Lavenda 1065: Great vintage ladies jumper knitting pattern 1940s. Instructions for pretty jumper knitted in vintage 3ply, so try modern 4ply in a tension square. To fit 34-36 inch bust. Nicely fitted sleeves and stylish neckline, deep rib welt - very 1940s.

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Lawtons 206: Great vintage ladies butterfly slip stitch design knitting pattern from the late 1940s. This super pattern is knitted in ply that would have been similar to modern 4ply, always work a tension square. This lovely pattern is easier than it looks and is beautiful when finished. The back is fastened with tiny buttons, deep welt and sleeve length give it that retro chic look essential to modern fashions. To fit 34-36 inch bust.

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Lawtons 212: Fabulous ladies twin set knitting pattern from late 1940s. This super design has a button up cardigan with set in sleeves and a short sleeved jumper both with super deep ribs and striking pattern. To fit 36-38 inch bust and is knitted in vintage 3ply that would now be similar to modern 4ply. Fine merino or alpaca would be lovely for this set.  Always work a tension square.

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L239-Veda: Great vintage ladies collarless jacket knitting pattern from 1940s. This lovely wartime design has nice curve to bottom edge, pocket flaps and a shallow V neck. Nicely fitted sleeves. Knitted in a 4ply yarn to fit 33-34 inch bust and 35-36 inch bust with long or short sleeves. Knitted shoulder pads instruction included.

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LA15-Swan Lake: Great vintage knitting pattern for lovely Angora evening cardigan from 1950s. There are two versions in this pattern. One has a curved edge and looks fabulous with a fine gold or silver belt and the othe is a long line classic style. I love the miriad of buttons down the front. Little ball pearl ones would look wonderful. Both are to fit 32-33, 34-35 and 36-37 inch bust. Ordinary 4ply can be substituted for th 4ply angora. always work a tension square.

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LB344-Adrienne: Great vintage ladies summer bolero knitting pattern from 1940s. This lovely wartime design has a simple pattern, nice curve and sleeves - you can always make the sleeves a bit shorter. To fit 34-35 inch bust and 36-37 inch bust. Try a modern fine 4ply or 3ply cotton. Always work a tension square. (See other boleros from 1940s and 1950s)

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LC13-WIL:  Great vintage knitting pattern from 1930s for a ladies jacket. This pretty, nicely shaped jumper jacket has super big buttons, belt and picot trimming. Knitted in a vintage 3ply that might work well as a modern 4ply - always work a tension square and change needles if needed. To fit 34 inch bust. The trimming is a crochet chain in thick white wool and then twisted to make loops. Colour suggested is cherry read with white trim.

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LC327: Great vintage ladies cardigan knitting pattern from early 1930s magazine. This pattern has a deep welt and deep V neck front which was typical of the time, with interesting cable. Knitted in yarn that would knit to modern double knitting, to fit 40 inch bust.

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LC 350: Great vintage ladies cardigan knitting pattern 1930s. This cardigan has deep welt and zigzag design and is knitted in vintage 3ply which might well knit to a 4ply, so always work a tension square. To fit 34 inch bust. Nice raglan and v neck to give shape.

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LC359: Great vintage ladies knitting pattern for a cardigan from 1930s. This easy to knit and useful cardigan has pockets and deep V, set in sleeves and is knitted in vintage 4ply which may well knit to modern double knitting, although the needles sizes suggests 4ply, so work a tension square in both and see which works out best. To fit 36 and 40 inch bust.

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LC948: Great vintage ladies cardigan knitting pattern from the 1930s. This lovely warm looking cardigan has deep bold cables and an usual welt with three buttons. Knitted in a thick wool for the time, it would have been similar to an thick Aran or not too thick chunky. Always work a tension square. Tension is 4 stitches to an inch on size 1 imperials or 7.5mm. To fit 36 inch bust.

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LCP227-Beth: Great vintage ladies knitting pattern for a long line jacket style cardigan from 1940s. This elegant style cardigan has two centre buttons and lovely square shoulders, super 1940s lines. To fit bust 32-33 inches, 35-36 inches and 38-39 inches, knitted in double knitting wool. Always work a tension square. A pair of shoulder pads is used, these can be bought at a sewing shop or a haberdashery department or easy to make yourself.

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LJ10-WIL: Great vintage ladies sporty jumper knitting pattern 1930s. This relaxed summer top is knitted in 3ply, try modern 4ply with a change of needles, to fit 34-36 inch bust. Nice deep rib and little polo neck, quick and easy to knit in blackberry stitch.

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LJ12-WIL: Great vintage ladies jumper coat knitting pattern from 1930s. This neat, snug cardigan known as a jumper coat is knitted in a 4ply and to fit 34-36 inch chest. Nice deep rib and joke, pretty collar and mock pocket. Lovely shape and design.

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LJ13-Fir Tree: Great vintage ladies jumper knitting pattern from early 1940's. This one is to fit 32 inch bust and has a fir tree design, high slash neckline, long or short sleeves. Use modern 3ply, but if you would like to use 4ply, change needles size. Or 4ply would give a slightly bigger size, away allow more yarn if you change ply or size.

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LJ15-WILF: Great vintage ladies knitting pattern for a fair isle slip over from 1935. This neat, attractive slip over or tank top has a belt, round neck and pockets. Simple fair isle in blocks and is knitted in a vintage 3ply. Try a modern 4ply with a change of needles size. They suggest fawn and brown as this is offered as a summer golfing jumper. Always work a tension square.

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LJ15-Ensaga: Lovely vintage knitting pattern from 1940s for an edge to edge jacket. This design is knitted in to a full double knitting wool, always work a tension square. To fit 33-34 and 36-37 inch bust. Smart with out with out a belt. .

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LJ15-Rosamunde: Great vintage ladies dolmen jumper knitting pattern from 1940s. This one is knitted from cuff to cuff and in nice broad stripes. To fit 35-36 inch bust and knitted in vintage 3ply wool. Change needles and try a modern fine 4ply.

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LJ16-WIL: Great vintage ladies summer jumper knitting pattern from 1935.  Lovely design with star like stitches that have been describe as butterfly stitch before. Deep rib, puff sleeves and neat bow at placket neck. To fit 34 inch bust. Try modern 4ply for this one.

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LJ18-WIL: Great vintage ladies cardigan knitting pattern from 1935. This design has a low round neck, with collar, short sleeves, deep rib and buttons. This style was often called a jumper coat. This one will work with modern double knitting, but work a tension square and see if the cast on stitches work for the wool chosen. To fit 36 inch bust.

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LJ49: Stunning ladies evening jumper knitting pattern from the late 1940s. This design is easy to knit and very elegant, deep shaped welt and rib at the shoulders creates a super retro fashion, knitted in vintage 2ply that will knit to a 4ply tension, so always work a tension square and change needles to get the correct tension - if you wanted a finer garment use modern 3ply and again change needles to get the correct tension. To fit 33-34 bust, sleeves can be made a bit shorter.

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LJ178-Ellen: Great vintage ladies blouse knitting pattern from 1940s. This very neat wartime jumper is knitted in a 2ply that would be the same as a modern 3ply. But for a larger size try modern 4ply. Always work a tension square. Light and easy to wear, great for spring.

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LJ209-Nancy: Great vintage knitting pattern from 1940s for a delicate little jumper. This design is in the ever popular feather stitch camp. To fit 34 inch bust and knitted in a vintage 2ply that should convert to a fine 4ply on a change of needles or a 3ply.  Pleated shoulders and contrast rib, very of the times. Great wartime design.

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LJ282-KathrineFI: Great vintage ladies knitting pattern from 1940's. This design has the fair isle work done in angora, chart supplied. The main part of the jumper is in white vintage 3ply, both this and the angora would be similar to modern 4ply. Always work a tension square. Green, blue and red are recommended for the design. To fit 34 inch bust. Lovely long lines and shape to this one. Small shoulder pads can be used. (more fair isle ladies here)

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LJ330-Beatrice: Great vintage ladies knitting pattern from 1950's. This design has unusual front with cap sleeves and a fly away front with deep rib. To fit 34-36 inch bust knitted in vintage 3ply, try modern 4ply and change needles if needed. Always work a tension square.

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LJ344-Alma: Great vintage ladies summer jumper  knitting pattern from 1940s. This lovely sleeveless wartime design has nice deep rib, easy knitted edging. To fit 32-33 inch bust and 36-37 inch bust. Try modern fine 4ply and change needles for size stated. A fine summer cotton would work with this one that knits to a 3ply tension (8 stitches to an inch on 3.25mm needles)

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LJ344-Benetta: Great vintage ladies summer jumper  knitting pattern from 1940s. This lovely wartime design has nice deep rib, fitted sleeves, neat collar and button detail down front. Trimming at collar and sleeve edging is knitted.  To fit 33-34 inch bust and 36-37 inch bust. Work a tension square and change needles if needed to get correct sizing. Try a fine 4ply for this one.

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LJ344-Jay: Great vintage ladies summer jumper  knitting pattern from 1940s. This lovely wartime design has nice deep rib, fitted sleeves and lovely chevron design with slimming effect. To fit 33-34 and 35-36 inch bust. Knitted in vintage 3ply wool, but try a modern fine 4ply and change needles if needed. Button closure at back of neck.

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LJ397: Great vintage wartime knitting pattern for ladies polo neck from the 1940s- great for Land Girl in re-enactments. This one is knitted in tension that would make it between modern 4ply and double knitting, so choose which one you would prefer to knit in and work a tension square and change needles to get correct tension, To fit bust 32-34 inches. Worked in a simple rib it is great for a beginner and will keep the winter chills at bay for a modern land girl, walker or golfer.

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LJP287-Lina: Great vintage ladies jumper knitting pattern from late 1940s. This long line elegant jumper has super broad cables at yoke and is to fit bust 31-32 inches, 33-34 inches and 35-36 inches. The wool used would be similar to modern 4ply, always work a tension square. Nice and easy this one. Try a pure wool or wool mix so that a nice close fit is achieved.

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LJ769-Snap: Great vintage ladies dolman jumper knitting pattern from 1940s. This lovely design is really unusual with the deep V change to wide rib for yoke and sleeve tops. To fit 34-36 inch bust. The contrast of ribbing and stocking stitch gives a lift to this design. Interesting way of knitting this design to, nice challenge for an adventurous knitter.

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LJLux15-Alice: Great vintage ladies lacy summer jumper knitting pattern from 1940. This one is knitted in crochet wool which was a tighter spin than ordinary wool, try modern 4ply and a change of needles of a modern cotton for this one. Always work a tension square. To fit 34-36 inch bust. Neat little collar and placket would look nice with pearl buttons. Lovely shape.

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LJV-79: Great vintage ladies sports jumper knitting pattern from 1920s. This simple to knit jumper, worn with a belt is very fashionable for the 1920s conscious young lady. To fit bust 36 and is knitted in double knitting or 4ply, work a tension square and see which would work best. The long line and slim style is typical of the 1920s. The pattern is a simple block pattern of knit and purl stitches. sorry picture is not so clear but the magazine is almost 100 years old!

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George Lee 1004: Lovely vintage knitting pattern for a summer jumper with button trim to front, from late 1940s. Knitted in vintage 2ply, try modern 3ply in a tensions square for a better fit. To fit bust 34"-36", sleeves can be made shorter.

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Lee428: Great vintage ladies jumper knitting pattern 1940s. To fit 36 inch bust worked in modern 4ply, there instructions also for the shoulder pads. Fastens at the back shoulder seam with 3 small buttons. Easy three colour design.

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Lee 1120: Vintage pattern for  blouse style jumper with pleated front. Fabulous pattern from the 1940's. Has s deep rib and wonderful pleated panels back and front. This pattern is much easier than it sounds, it is a basic stocking stitch pattern, just knit and purl stitches. Knitted in vintage 2ply which is equal to modern 3ply. email me for suppliers of modern 3ply in adult colours.

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Lister 385: Great vintage ladies chunky jumper knitting pattern from late 1930s. This is a pattern from just before WWII and is knitted in a thick wool similar to our modern Aran or light chunky. Always work a tension square and change needles if needed. This is called Quilted Stitch and is easy to work. To fit  34-36 inch bust. Nice deep welt and super buttons! There are a couple of pictures on the back of other patterns that were around at the time.

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Lister528: Great vintage ladies summer jumper knitting pattern from late 1930s. This lovely jumper is knitted in vintage 3ply, so try modern 4ply. To fit 34-36 inch bust. Short sleeves and deep welt give it the timeless vintage look. Pattern is in nice super condition with pictures on the back page of other patterns that were available at the time.

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LJ397: Great vintage wartime knitting pattern for ladies polo neck from the 1940s- great for Land Girl in re-enactments. This one is knitted in tension that would make it between modern 4ply and double knitting, so choose which one you would prefer to knit in and work a tension square and change needles to get correct tension, To fit bust 32-34 inches. Worked in a simple rib it is great for a beginner and will keep the winter chills at bay for a modern land girl, walker or golfer.

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LJ3509: Great vintage ladies jumper knitting pattern from 1930s. This early high neck jumper is very elegant and is knitted in modern 4ply, always work a tension square. To fit 34 inch bust. Simple but very stylish.

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LS106-Stephanie: Great vintage knitting pattern fro a ladies slip over or tank top from 1940s. This is a lovely version of the one essential garment for those war years - to wear under a uniform or in the office under a suit or over blouse and slack at leisure.  This one can also be made with long sleeves. Try modern 4ply with this one, but be prepared to use thinner needles or try a 3ply if you can find one - some cashmere knits more to a 3ply. To fit 34 inch bust., lovely shape.

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LSS-39-Celia: Great vintage service jumper knitting pattern from 1939. Although uniforms were supplied replacements were often slow in getting to the services so relatives and ladies in the services were encouraged to knit. This easy to knit V neck jumper in stocking stitch would have been good for any service, regular or volunteer. Nice deep rib, fitted sleeves and V neck to show tie.  This young lady is part of the Fire Watch Service. The jumper pattern is to fit 34-36 inch bust and is in a ply which would have knitted as a modern 4ply - try a merino wool in navy, khaki, olive green, grey airforce blue etc. Very basic but at the time much needed. Great for re-enactment and period week ends.

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LSS-39-Glenda: Great vintage ladies cable polo neck jumper knitting pattern from 1939. This wonderful pattern is to fit 34-36 inch bust and there are mittens and socks to match. The secret to this little set is that the cables are knitted separately and sewn on when the garment is finished. Jumper is nicely shaped and the gloves have weather proof gauntlets, the socks are neat and cosy. Knitted in 4ply, but always work a tension square. Colour suggest for this set are Green as a base with rust, brown and beige. This jumper set can be kitted with the cables being added.

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LSS-39-Patricia: Fabulous ladies vintage knitting pattern for a jumper coat from 1939. This interesting jumper has the appearance of a waistcoat. The original was knitted in cherry and grey 4ply wool. Always work a tension square and change needles to get ideal tension. The scarf is knitted separately. There is a knitted belt with a buckle and those lovely large buttons. Easy to knit rib pattern - I love this pattern as it evokes the very essence of wartime knitting in the UK.

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LSS-39-Vanda: Great vintage ladies jumper trimmed with bobbles from 1939. This super pattern can be knitted in a modern 4ply, but do work a tension square. The original was in a blue with lime green and maple red bobbles or berries. Pretty gather sleeve heads and interesting yoke. To fit 32-34 inch bust. The bobbles are crochet, but they are simple to make and if you can knit bobbles they could be used instead.

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LTS 61: Great vintage ladies twinset knitting pattern 1940s. This pattern is in a weave design and has a lovely deep welt and nice square shoulders for that touch of elegant vintages. Knitted in vintage 3ply, so try modern 4ply and change needles if needed. To fit 34 inch bust. Jumper has short sleeves, but as the cardigan has long sleeves it is easy to make the jumper with long sleeves or the cardigan with short sleeves for the summer - increases your choices. Great pattern.

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Lux39-2Dress: Great vintage ladies knitting pattern for dress in two parts from 1939. This super dress knitted as jumper and skirt is actually reversible with a small cable in the stripe, when revered the cable becomes a garter stitch square. Knitted in a crepe style of yarn to give firmness and less likely hood of stretching this set is very retro but easily fashionable for modern wear. The jumper has a panel at the yoke and a straight neckline. To fit 36 inch bust, 30 inch waist and 39 inch hips. So nice easy measurements.  Try a fine 4ply for this slimming set.

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Lux39-8Dress: Great vintage ladies knitting pattern for slim fitting dress from 1939. This lovely pattern has panels of leaf design giving a slimming look. Knitted in a bouclé yarn and fine needles for good fit. You could try a fine 4ply for this one, always work a tension square. To fit 34 inch bust, 26 inch waist and 37 inch hips. I you use a pure wool like merino not only will the dress be soft and figure moulding it will give a slight stretch to the measurements. A wool blend would work well too. At the neck and waist is a knotted cord (instructions given)

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Lux39-19L: Great vintage ladies knitting pattern for a bolero from 1939. This easy to knit 'eve of the war' bolero is to fit 34 inch bust and knitted in 3ply for a fine and elegant evening jacket in bolero style. Trimmed with angora and covered buttons in the same yarn. Knitted in garter stitch (plain knitting) in what is called an Eaton style jacket this pattern is so easy and so very retro.

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MTE-9Suit: Great vintage ladies knitting pattern for ladies suit from 1940s. This easy to knit suit is worked in panels, so very little shaping. It is knitted in bouclé wool, try a fine double knitting for this one. Always work a tension square and change needles if needed. To fit 34 inch bust, hips 36. The skirt is easy to make a bit wider as it is knitted in two straight panels. Once you can see how many stitches your yarn produces you can add extra stitches to increase inches at the hips. The jacket is again worked panels which are then sewn together with detailed instruction on making up.

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MTE-13 Evening Dress: Stunning vintage knitting pattern for ladies lace evening dress from early 1940s. This dress is to fit 34 inch bust , dress length adjustable. This one is so easy to knit. the top is two rectangles of pattern knitting with ribbon pulling together in a halter neck and lace edge décolletage. The bodice is sewn to the skirt. A sash can be made from silk as shown in the illustration or a fancy belt. The dress skirt is lined with dress netting which extends below the hemline. Knitted in 3ply in an easy diamond lace design. The skirt is worked in 4 panels. Flower at bust optional. (without the dress netting this would make a stunning nightdress)

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LW201: Great vintage ladies waistcoat knitting pattern from the 1930s. This lovely stripe waistcoat pattern from a 1930s magazine is knitted in a yarn that would be similar to modern 4ply, always work a tension square and change needles if needed. To fit a trim 32 inch bust and slim hips as can be seen from the lovely photograph.

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LWW2792: Great vintage ladies World War Two jumper for Land army and stockings (long socks) 1940s. Knitted in vintage 4ply which knitted up as modern 4ply. Always work a tension square. The Jumper is to fit 36 inch bust and is in simple stocking stitch with a nice deep welt. Long socks has simple double rib turnover and are knitted on 4 needles, very fine one! Auto heel and flat toe. To fit between 9 and 10.5 inch foot - this is adjustable. (click to go to Ladies service knits)

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Made-eze 151: Great vintage ladies knitting pattern for cardigan from late 1930s. This style was popular throughout the 1940s as well, button up, deep rib, and fitted sleeves. Decorated pocket tops. Easy to knit in rib and a yarn that would have been similar to our modern day double knitting, try a tension square in 4ply as well to see which will work better with your tension. To fit 35 inch bust.

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