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BD Carole: Great vintage baby dress knitting pattern from around 1920. These little dresses are from a book left to my by my Great Grandmother over 50 years ago. I have knitted several of them over the years and they work out very nicely - ribbons help with some of the plainer ones. Length is sometimes given but not always chest measurement as the style give freedom of sizing. Mostly knitted in vintage 3ply, so try modern 4ply in a tension square. This one is for 16 inch length and 22 inch chest. This is a pretty pattern and easy to knit, great for the toddler.
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BD Irene: Great vintage toddlers dress knitting pattern for little girl. This super pattern is knitted in vintage 3ply and angora, try modern 4ply and use modern 4ply angora for this one. To fit 23 inch chest and 17 inches. Great for a little girl who wants a retro look. This pattern comes with pictures on the back page of other patterns that were available at the time.
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BJAY31-53: Great vintage knitting pattern for baby matinees from 1940s. This one has instructions for a set at top to fit 3-6 months and the diamond set below to fit 6-12 months. Work in modern 3ply or 4ply adjust size with needles.
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BJAY31-55: Great vintage baby knitting pattern for pram set from 1940s. Instructions for diamond coat set with legging in moss stitch and a bonnet as well as a beret. To fit 6-12 months and is knitted in a fine 4ply or in 3ply for a smaller size.
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Blue Boy 52: Super vintage baby romper knitting pattern from 1940s. There 4 different design in this pattern all knitted in 3ply so try modern 4ply in a tension square. To fit 16 inches, 17, 18 and 19 inches. From birth to12 months. Very retro and very cute, easy to knit and very practical.
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BM524: Great vintage baby matinee coat knitting pattern. This charming pair are to fit top one a 24 inch chest and the bottom one a 20 inch chest. Knitted in vintage 3ply. Always work a tension square and try a smaller size needles for smaller size.
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BM533: Great vintage baby matinee coat knitting pattern. This charming pair are to fit six to twelve months old. Knitted in vintage 3ply. Always work a tension square and try a smaller size needles for smaller size.
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Bobby & Betty -1: Great vintage baby knitting pattern for two pram sets from the 1940s. There are instructions for two sets, one for a boy and one for a girl. The boy's set has a helmet and hip length jacket with collar, the girl's has a beret and longer coat with waist, both sets have leggings. knitted in vintage 3ply to fit 20 inch chest.
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Bobby & Betty-2: Great vintage knitting pattern for pram sets from 1940s. There are instructions for a pram set suitable for a boy or a girl, knitted in vintage 3ply to fit 24 inch chest measured over clothes. There are leggings, a beret and coat all knitted in stocking stitch. the coat is waisted and has fair isle along the bottom - boys and girls holding hands.
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Briony Layette: Great vintage baby knitting pattern. Beautiful 1940s baby layette knitted in 3ply baby wool. To fit 16-18 inch chest, 14 inches long dress. There are also instructions for a longer dress, jacket, bonnet, mittens, shoes, bootees, knickers, vest and shawl. Pretty, dainty retro set for birth to 3 months.
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Briony Matinee Set: Great vintage baby knitting pattern. Beautiful 1940s baby matinee set knitted in 3ply baby wool. To fit 19 inch chest, 16 inches long. There are instructions for jacket bonnet, bootees, and knickers. Pretty, dainty retro set for birth to 3 months.
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Briony Roseleaf Dress: Great vintage baby knitting pattern. Beautiful 1940s baby dress knitted in 3ply baby wool. Worked in a roseleaf design with puff sleeves and measures 15 in length. Ribbon tie at yoke so chest measurement adjustable. This dress could be lengthened a work as a Christening dress. All knitted in 3ply.
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Briony undies: Great vintage baby knitting pattern from 1940s. This one is for a petticoat and panties, they are practical and very retro. To fit small new baby chest, but will expand in wear if needed. All knitted in 3ply.
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Briony Afternoon Set: Beautiful 1940s baby dress set knitted in 3ply baby wool. To fit 19 inch chest, dress is 17 inches. There are instructions for dress, bonnet, bootees, jacket and a carry coat. All knitted in 3ply.
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BD484: Great vintage baby knitting pattern. 2 beautiful 1940s baby dresses knitted in 3ply baby wool, one as shown with lace skirt, the other on is plain with contrast edging. To fit 20 inch chest to fit up to 1 year and resumes 16 inches long.
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BW30-Dress: Great vintage baby knitting pattern for dress from 1940s. This little dress is knitted in modern 4ply, always work a tension square, to fit 20 inch chest and is 16 inches long. The lace panel is so pretty and although this pattern was in a 1940s booklet I have 1930s pattern with the exact same pattern in so it is older than you think. To fit 6-12 months. These pretty dress look so beautiful on modern babies, this on could be lengthened ad used as Christening robe, but allow extra wool for this option.
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BW13-Sun Suit: Great vintage baby knitting pattern for sun suit from 1940s. This lovely little suit has cable trim and is knitted in modern 4ply, always work a tension square and should fit a 22 inch chest. Can also be used over jumper or shirt as a romper. These are really sweet, my brother used to wear this sort of thing in the 1950s, in the summer.
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Charlie 22: Rompers: Great vintage baby knitting pattern for 2 rompers from late 1940s. To fit 20 inch chest with long or short sleeves. There are little bunny motifs embroidered on the pockets, chart for this included. There are instructions also for a long sleeved romper with tie waist. Knitted in vintage 3ply, always work a tension square and try modern fine 4ply.
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Charlotte 10: Petticoat: Great vintage baby knitting pattern for simple dress or petticoat from 1940s. This pretty little petticoat is to fit 18 inch chest with ribbed yoke for snug fit and is 12 inches long. Knitted in vintage 3ply, try a modern fine 4ply and a size smaller needle for tension. There is also a set of ribbed underwear to match. Could also be worn as simple summer dress. Up to 6 months.
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Charlotte 14: Dress Set: Great vintage dress and jacket set knitting pattern for baby from late 1940s. This little set is simple with little bobbles worked next to the V design. There are instructions for a simple pair of button and strap shoes to match with bobble stitch decoration, bonnet, bootees also included. To fit 18 inch chest or up to 6 months. Dress measures 12 inches, but this could be lengthen if needed. This was similar to a shortening set from the previous decade and set the style for the next decade, 1950s, partially brought about by shortage of wool. Worked in vintage 3ply, if knitted in modern 3ply the set will be a bit smaller if knitted in modern 4ply with a size smaller needles it should be the size stated.
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Charlotte 27: Cardigans: Great vintage knitting pattern for cardigans from 1940s. This pattern contains instructions for both cardigans shown. They fit 19-20 inch chest or 6-12 months for the one on the left and the one on the right with embroidered pockets is to fit 9-18 months. Worked in vintage 3ply, if knitted in modern 3ply they will be a bit smaller if knitted in modern 4ply with a size smaller needles they should be the size stated.
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Charlotte 32: Pram Set: Great vintage baby knitting pattern from late 1940s. This simple to knit set has pretty lacy border with embroidery at waist. The collar of the coat is worked in the same lace pattern as the border and the turn back on the bonnet. To fit 6-12 months or 20 inches. There is a small chart for the embroidery. Worked in vintage 3ply, if knitted in modern 3ply the set will be a bit smaller if knitted in modern 4ply with a size smaller needles it should be the size stated.
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Charlotte 37: Pram Coats: Great vintage baby pram set knitting pattern for baby from 1940s. This pattern has three simple little coats, the one shown has pretty embroidery in the corners, there is a double breasted one in double moss stitch and another in simple stocking stitch with garter stitch borders. There are also instructions for a beret and helmet. Worked in vintage 3ply, if knitted in modern 3ply the set will be a bit smaller if knitted in modern 4ply with a size smaller needles it should be the size stated.
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Charlotte 47: Winter Dress: Great vintage baby dress knitting pattern from 1940s. This little dress should fit 20-21 inch chest or 12-24 months. Shown here with long sleeves all ready for chillier days. There is a small chart for the embroidery. Length 16 inches. Worked in vintage 3ply, if knitted in modern 3ply the set will be a bit smaller if knitted in modern 4ply with a size smaller needles it should be the size stated.
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Charlotte 49: Summer Dress: Great vintage baby dress knitting pattern from late 1940s. This lovely lacy dress is all set for that special occasion. With pretty puff sleeves and full skirt. Could be made with longer skirt as a christening dress. To fit 20 inch chest of 12-24 inch chest. Shown as 16 inch length. Worked in vintage 3ply, if knitted in modern 3ply the set will be a bit smaller if knitted in modern 4ply may turn out bigger.
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Charlotte 4: Matinee Set: Another great vintage baby knitting pattern from late 1940s. This pretty lacy set is to fit birth to 6 months. Dress is to fit 18 inch chest and jacket to fit 20 inch chest for ease of movement. For jackets or coats always measure of clothes. There are bootees to match. Worked in vintage 3ply, if knitted in modern 3ply the set will be a bit smaller if knitted in modern 4ply with a size smaller needles it should be the size stated.
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Charlotte 6: Cape: Great vintage baby knitting pattern for baby cape from 1940s. This little cape has instructions bonnet attached, but bonnet is actually knitted separately then sewn to cape. This pattern matches the one above and includes bootees and mittens. Cape measures 19 inches long. Worked in vintage 3ply, if knitted in modern 3ply the set will be a bit smaller if knitted in modern 4ply with a size smaller needles it should be the size stated.
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Charlotte 8: Shawl: Great vintage baby shawl knitting pattern from 1940s. This pretty shawl measures 52 x 52 and has a border with the same pattern as the items above. Knitted in 3ply on large needles than normal giving the shawl a lovely drape. Always work a tension square.
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Charlotte 30: Matinee Jacket: Great vintage baby matinee jacket knitting pattern from 1940s. This easy to knit little jacket is to fit 6-12 months or up to a 21 inch chest. Simple embroidery can be worked if needed. Worked in vintage 3ply, if knitted in modern 3ply the set will be a bit smaller if knitted in modern 4ply with a size smaller needles it should be the size stated.
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Cherie Layette: Great vintage baby knitting pattern for layette. This one is easy to knit with little mock cable. There is a bonnet and cap for either a boy or a girl and a sweet little pair of knickers are included. Try modern 4ply for size stated 3-6 months or a modern 3ply for a size smaller. Neat, with that retro look.
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Cheryl Dress Set: Great vintage baby knitting pattern for dress set from 1940s. This little set is so sweet with an unusual pattern. This little set will fit 17-18 inch chest and is knitted in 3ply for that dainty new born look. The dress is 15 inches long, back and front of dress are knitted the same with little buttons at shoulders. The coat is knitted in one piece up to the arm hole shaping.
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Cicely Layette: Part One: Great vintage knitting pattern for baby from 1920s. This stunning pattern has instructions for three dresses, two jackets, bonnet and hat, gaiters, bootees and underwear as shown below, all matching in an easy to work pattern. All knitted in vintage 3ply, but try modern 4ply. No chest measurement, but would fit a new born in 3ply and three month old in 4ply. Wool quantities given per item, allow and extra few balls over all if working 4ply.
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Cicely Layette Part Two: Underwear and Shawl: There are instructions here for the two petticoats, a further bonnet and cap, shawl, blanket, vest, pants and body belt.
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Cicely Matinee Coats: Great vintage baby knitting pattern for five matinee jackets as shown. There to fit 20,21,22 and 23 inch chest. Knitted in vintage 3ply. For smaller sizes try modern 3ply.
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Chadwick 245-3: Great vintage baby knitting pattern for matinee set from the USA 1948. This pattern has instructions to knit the square bonnet, a simple jacket, bootees and mittens to match. Easy to knit stocking stitch and moss stitch to fit chest 20 inches in 3ply, try a tension square in modern 3ply and change needles if needed. Needle conversion supplied. This little set can be left plain or embroidered. When I made it I embroidered little cat faces round the brim and yoke.
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Colin Pram Set: Great vintage baby pram set knitting pattern from 1930s. This little set has off centre buttoning jacket, pull ups and a pull on cap. To fit 12-18 months up to a 23 inch chest over clothes. Worked in 4ply. Always knit a tension square. The yoke of the coat can be embroidered as shown if desired.
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Colin Romper 1: Great vintage babies knitting pattern for all in one romper from 1920s. This little suit is knitted in 4ply and to fit 20 inch chest. The top part is knitted in a simple pattern and the bottom half is nicely shaped and knitted in stocking stitch. Always work a tension square.
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Colin Romper set 2: Great vintage knitting pattern from 1930s for baby boys suit. To fit up to 20 inch chest. Instructions for jumper and knickers worked in 3ply buttons on the shoulders.
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Copleys 527 Sun Suit: Great vintage knitting pattern for toddler's sun suit from 1940s. This lovely pattern has instructions for a strapped suit and little jacket with buttons at neck. Worked in a vintage 3ply, the waist of suit is 18 inches and the chest for the jacket is 22 inches. 18 months to 24 months. Always work a tension square.
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Copley 3002: Great vintage 1937 knitting pattern for little boy' suits. This pattern has instructions for 4 little jumper and shorts sets. To fit 2-3 years 21 inch chest and knitted in 4ply. Always work a tension square. (See more little suits like this on the children's boys pages.)
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Copleys 3004: Great vintage baby layette knitting pattern from late 1940s. How retro is this? Pretty dress, jacket, bonnet, bootees and underwear to fit baby 18 inch chest. Knitted in vintage 3ply that was similar to modern 4ply. Always work a tension square, but for a smaller set work in modern 3ply. The dress is rather long, but can be made shorter or as a christening gown a bit longer. The matinee coat has a collar and the bonnet is rather stunning with wide turn back. Easy lacy pattern and a pin spot pattern.
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Copley 3013: lovely vintage baby knitting pattern for complete little boys set from 1940s. There are instructions for jumper and pants set, leggings, jacket and mitts set.
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Copley 3030: Great vintage toddlers cardigan knitting pattern 1940s. There are 4 designs in this booklet, this one with a shawl style lapels for a 21 inch chest, one with a V neck and cable button band with little pockets with cable trim, 22 inch chest, button up basket weave to fit 23 inch chest and a super button up cable with deep welts, cuffs and collar with cable design all in vintage 3ply so modern 4ply would work better unless you would like a smaller size, then work a tension square in vintage 3ply on same needles or a size smaller to see how many inches you get to the inch and you can see how much smaller it will work out.
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Copley 3034: Great vintage baby dress knitting pattern from the late 1940s. There are 4 different design in this booklet all to fit 19, 20 or 21 inch chest. Three have long sleeves and one has puff sleeves. Always work a tension square, these little dresses are knitted in vintage 3ply, but with the tension of modern 4ply.
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Copley 3054: Great vintage baby knitting pattern from late 1940s. There are instructions for baby vest, pilch, bootees and a shawl - the shawl measures 58 inches and instructions to make a smaller version 34 inches square. The vest is to fit 14-16 inches. Knitted in vintage 2ply which will be similar to modern 4ply. Always work a tension square.
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Copley 3073: Vintage knitting pattern for baby from the 1940s. Pretty sun-suit for the beach this summer, with little jacket to keep of the chill or sun. Two designs, the ships are embroidered on after completion, instructions in pattern. To fit 18 - 24 months in vintage 3ply. Always work a tension square as sometimes these vintage yarns do not correspond to modern ones, you may need to use modern 4ply.1940's Mothers were encouraged to get their babies and toddlers to wear these little suits in the garden, in their prams, in the parks and on the beach to promote healthy growth during and after the war years. (For more sunsuits and baby swim wear click to go to SWIMWEAR pages)
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Copleys 3077: Great vintage baby cardigan knitting pattern. This pattern has 4 designs one of which is cross over. To fit from birth to 6 months. 18-19 inch chest in vintage 3ply that would have been similar to modern 4ply. Always work a tension square.
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CP264-14 Matinee Set: Great vintage matinee set from 1940s. This one is in the style of French baby wear at the time. Matinee coat, bonnet and little shoes with pompoms. There is a band of diamond stitch round bonnet brim and at yoke of jacket. To fit birth to 6 months and knitted in 3ply or you could try 4ply. Always work a tension square.
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Chrissie 29-Bonnet set- 1: Great vintage baby pattern from the 1920s. These sweet, simple to knit little head warmers are knitted in 4ply trimmed with rabbit wool (angora) and should fit 3-6 months. The acorns tassels are crocheted, but you could make pom-poms or ordinary tassels if preferred.
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Chrissie 29-Baby Jumper: Great vintage 1920s knitting pattern for baby jumper. This little jumper would look great with the matching cap above. This one is to fit 1-4 months, 16 inch chest. It is knitted in vintage 3ply, that might work as a modern 4ply. Cap pattern included. There isn't a tension guide, but you can work a square and see if your knitting will give a 16 inch chest, if you would rather a little larger use a size larger needles and allow another ball of wool. The pattern incorporates an art silk or rayon thread trim, in the original pattern is is pale blue on a white jumper. You could use pure silk thread or yarn or even angora that is in a 4ply. This jumper is the finishing touch to this set above.
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Chrissie 29-Baby Dress and Jacket: Great vintage 1920s knitting pattern for baby dress and jacket. This little set would look great with the matching cap or bonnet above. The dress fits 1-6 months, and is probably an 18 inch chest although it doesn’t say. It is knitted in vintage 3ply, that might work as a modern 4ply. There isn't a tension guide, but you can work a square and see if your knitting will give an 18 inch chest, if you would rather a little larger use a size larger needles and allow another ball of wool. The Jacket fits 1-4 months, but has a dolmen style so should fit well into 6 months to match the dress. The pattern incorporates an art silk or rayon thread trim, in the original pattern is is pale blue on a white dress and jacket. You could use pure silk thread or yarn or even angora that is in a 4ply. This jumper is the finishing touch to this set above.
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Chrissie 29-Bonnet Set-3: Great vintage 1920s knitting pattern for baby bonnet and cap. These little gems would look great with the matching set below. They are knitted in vintage 3ply, that might work as a modern 4ply. They will fit a young baby around 1-3 months. The pattern incorporates an art silk or rayon thread trim, in the original pattern is is pale blue on white. You could use pure silk thread or yarn or even angora that is in a 4ply. This jumper is the finishing touch to this set above.
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Chrissie 29-Bootees and Mittens included in Bonnet Set 3: Great vintage 1920s knitting pattern for baby Bootees and mitts to match below items.. These little gems would look great with the matching cap or bonnet above. They are knitted in vintage 3ply, that might work as a modern 4ply. The pattern incorporates an art silk or rayon thread trim, in the original pattern is is pale blue on white. You could use pure silk thread or yarn or even angora that is in a 4ply.
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Cynthia Dress Set: Great vintage dress and jacket knitting pattern for baby from 1930s. This set is knitted in a fine 4ply and is to fit 21 inch chest. There are instructions for dress with mock cable border and yoke with short sleeves and a jacket with two buttons at neck and bordered in the same mock cable pattern. Very smart and very retro. Always work a tension square.
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David Pram Set-1: Great vintage baby pram set knitting pattern from 1949. Instructions for leggings, coat, mittens and beret knitted in 3ply and to fit 24 inch chest - remember to measure over day clothes. Or 6-9 months. You can always use modern 4ply and a size smaller needles. Always work a tension square.
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Dewhursts 5009-Buster Suit: Great vintage knitting pattern for little boys suit. To fit up to 23 inch chest and is knitted in a 4ply. Always work a tension square.
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Dewhursts 6013: Great vintage baby knitting pattern from late 1940s. This one is for a dress and jacket pattern knitted in mercerised shiny cotton. Modern cotton can be used (no 5) 10gm balls Always work a tension square.
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Don Maid 7: Fabulous little vintage pattern for baby outdoor set in vintage 3ply - try modern 4ply to get a better size. Coat, mittens and bonnet and bootees decorated with bobbles in contrast. So pretty and retro - so unusual! Beautiful pattern.
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Don Maid 19: Great vintage baby layette with shawl late 1940s. Beautiful pattern for any baby. Instructions for jacket, dress bootees and shawl. Easy to make bonnet to match from another pattern. To fit up to 20 inch chest knitted in vintage 3ply, so try a modern 4ply for size stated but if you would like a size smaller try modern 3ply on size smaller needles. Shawl measures46 inch square.
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Dorette baby dress set-1: Great baby dress set vintage baby knitting pattern 1940s. This is a super little pattern with instructions for dress, jacket bonnet and bootees. To fit 18 inch chest in vintage 3ply so try modern 4ply to get this size. I have knitted this one and it turns out simply beautiful, I worked it modern 3ply pure merino wool and it came out at 16 inch chest, just right for coming out of hospital in or a first visit to granny. Always work a tension square and change needles if needed.
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Dot-6 Cape: Pretty 1940s knitting pattern for baby cap. Great for a christening, wedding or just to keep warm on a winters day. This pretty cape is knitted in baby 3ply but modern 4ply can be used, always work a tensions square and adjust needles if necessary. This lovely design has moss borders with picot edging. 21 inches long, can be made longer or shorter and the picots can be worked in knitting if crochet is not an option.
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Dot-20 Cardigan: Great vintage 1940s baby cardigan knitting pattern. This smart little cardigan is to fit 18-24 months and is worked in vintage baby 3ply, try modern 4ply on smaller needle. Always work a tension square. To fit up to a 22 inch chest
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Dot-24 Dress-2: Great 1940s dress knitting pattern. This easy to knit style has what was known as gauging or shirred stitch at bottom and yoke. To fit up to a 23 inch chest, can be made shorter or longer. Try modern 4ply for the is one. Always work a tension square.
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Dot-26 Cardigan: Great vintage double breasted cardigan knitting pattern from 1940s. This sweet little cardigan has nice deep neckline and double breasted feature for extra warmth. To fit up to a 21 inch chest and is knitted in a 4ply wool. Always work a tension square and change needles if needed.
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Dot-28 Dress: Great 1940s dress knitting pattern. This pretty little dress is knitted in a modern 4ply.. To fit up to a 20 inch chest or 1 year old, can be made shorter or longer. Always work a tension square.
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Dot -2 Layette: Great 1940s layette knitting pattern for baby. There are instructions for a shawl measuring 44 square inches, a long dress and matinee jacket to fit 18-20 inch chest. A bonnet and bootees can easily be made to match. (click to see bootee and bonnets) Knitted in vintage 3ply, try modern 3ply or modern fine 4ply. Always work a tension square.
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Dot -31 Skirt Set: Great knitting pattern for toddlers skirt set from 1940s. To fit 18 months or a 21 inch chest and 17 inch length to hem. Jumper with collar knitted in moss stitch with placket and a strapped skirt with moss stitch panels. Knitted in vintage 3ply, try modern 4ply. Always work a tension square.
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Dorothy Dress-1: Great little baby dress knitting pattern from 1949. This sweet little dress with smocked yoke and lacy skirt is to fit up to a 22 inch chest and is knitted in 3ply, or 1-2 years. Try modern 4ply in a tension square and change needles if needed. I have made this one in 3ply cashmere and it fitted a 20 inch chest beautifully.
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Dorothy Dress Set-2: Beautiful knitting pattern for baby dress and matinee jacket from 1949. This super design is so dainty and is knitted in 3ply, if you want to use modern 4ply use a size smaller needle. To fit 20 inch chest. This little set has crochet edging that is easily worked to create picot edging.
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Daydream Baby Layette: Great baby layette knitting pattern from 1940s. This lovely set has instructions for dress, coat, bonnet, bootees, mittens and panties or nappy cover all knitted in 3ply. Try modern 4ply on a size smaller needles. Always work a tension square for a good fit. This lovely set with it's Art Deco styling is easy to knit and looks very pretty on baby. To fit 6-9 month baby.
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Diamonds-4-Ever Layette: Great baby layette knitting pattern from 1940s. This set has a neat little coat with collar, pretty dress, matinee jacket, panties, bonnet, helmet, bootees and mittens all knitted in vintage 3ply. This pretty set is to fit birth to 3 months, always work a tension square and try modern 4ply on a size smaller needles.
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DreamFlower Layette: Great vintage baby layette knitting pattern from 1940s. This set has instructions for dress, coat, bonnet, bootees, mittens, helmet and little knickers or nappy (diaper) cover. To fit 3-9 months or 18-20 inch chest. Work in fine 4ply for size noted or in modern 3ply for smaller sizing.
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Dritz Baby Book vol 8: USA 1947, this is lovely pattern book with 27 knitting patterns a a few crochet patterns. 32 pages. Several of the knitting pattern are shown below are available as pdf or photocopies. More to follow. I have quite a few of these books which will be on site soon. Front cover design includes , pixie hood, jacket and shoes in modern 3ply baby wool to fit birth to 3months and in modern 4ply to fit 3-9 months.
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Dritz Baby Book-1: Kimono (matinee) with bootees to match, knitted in vintage 3ply to fit birth to 3months. will supply needle conversion chart for US sizes. Knit in modern 3ply for new born size.
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Dunbar 115 Jumpers: Great vintage little toddler jumpers from 1940s. there are 4 different little jerseys to work as shown at bottom of pattern. to fit 20-21 inch chests knitted in vintage 3ply to a tension that would work with a modern 4ply - modern 3ply for slightly smaller size. Always work a tension square.
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Dunbar 65: Great vintage baby dress knitting pattern from 1940s. This super pattern has 4 different designs suitable for the first year, 2 have collars and 3 have short sleeves. All are knitted in vintage baby wool that would be similar to modern 4ply, always work a tension square. Dress 1, with collar on baby is 14 inch length and 22 inch chest, no2 the one with lace bands in an A line, is to fit 21 inch chest and is 14 inches long. No3 is the one with tie at waist and neck to fit 21 inch chest and 14 inch length, and the last one with collar and embroidered flowers is to fit 21 inch chest and is 13 inch in length. All length is adjustable and if knitted in modern 3ply they will come up smaller.
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