Vintage Knit: 25 Knitting and Crochet Patterns Refashioned for Today

Vintage Knit offers lovers of retro style 25 beautiful knitting patterns from the 1940s and 1950s, regraded to fit modern sizes (small, medium, and large) and to knit with yarns easily available today. A short introduction describes each garment and suggests how to style it, followed by clear instructions for knitting and making up. Details of the exact yarn used are given to ensure perfect results at home.

Each garment is photographed on a model, letting you see how the styles of the past can be part of a very up-to-date look.

A useful section on equipment and terminology, plus a list of useful resources, gives you everything you need to knit the patterns in the book.

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Vintage Knit: 25 Knitting and Crochet Patterns Refashioned for Today

Vintage Knit offers lovers of retro style 25 beautiful knitting patterns from the 1940s and 1950s, regraded to fit modern sizes (small, medium, and large) and to knit with yarns easily available today. A short introduction describes each garment and suggests how to style it, followed by clear instructions for knitting and making up. Details of the exact yarn used are given to ensure perfect results at home.

Each garment is photographed on a model, letting you see how the styles of the past can be part of a very up-to-date look.

A useful section on equipment and terminology, plus a list of useful resources, gives you everything you need to knit the patterns in the book.

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Vintage Knit: 25 Knitting and Crochet Patterns Refashioned for Today

Vintage Knit: 25 Knitting and Crochet Patterns Refashioned for Today

Vintage Knit: 25 Knitting and Crochet Patterns Refashioned for Today

Vintage Knit: 25 Knitting and Crochet Patterns Refashioned for Today

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Vintage Knit offers lovers of retro style 25 beautiful knitting patterns from the 1940s and 1950s, regraded to fit modern sizes (small, medium, and large) and to knit with yarns easily available today. A short introduction describes each garment and suggests how to style it, followed by clear instructions for knitting and making up. Details of the exact yarn used are given to ensure perfect results at home.

Each garment is photographed on a model, letting you see how the styles of the past can be part of a very up-to-date look.

A useful section on equipment and terminology, plus a list of useful resources, gives you everything you need to knit the patterns in the book.


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781780671666
Publisher: King, Laurence Publishing
Publication date: 09/02/2014
Pages: 176
Product dimensions: 7.10(w) x 9.90(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

Geraldine Warner is a life-long knitter and crocheter, author, and teacher. Founder of Skiff Vintage Patterns, set up to sell original knitting patterns, she is the author of Knit Back in Time and runs workshops teaching people how to adapt both vintage and modern knitting patterns.

Marine Malak is a London-based graphic designer. She trained at the Chelsea College of Art and Design, where she studied Graphic Design Communication. Marine works as a designer for various studios and British brands, continuing to develop her portfolio of design for print and publications. Vintage Knit combines her love of knitting and fashion with her passion for publication design.

Table of Contents

Introduction 6

How to Use This Book 7

Methods 8

Terminology and Abbreviations 11

Accessories

01 Attractive Skull Cap for Casual Wear 12

02 Chignon Cap 16

03 Knitted Collar 20

04 Headscarf 24

05 Man's Scarf and Gloves in a Four-Colour Pattern 28

06 Twelve Polo Mode Hats 32

07 Trim Ankle Socks 40

08 Book Bag 44

Sweaters & Cardigans

01 Attractive Jumper with Slanting Yoke in Cable Stitch 48

02 Blouse Front 56

03 Blouse with a Round Yoke 62

04 Man's Lumberjacket 68

05 Jumper in Stripes of Two Colours and Two Thicknesses of Wool 74

06 Lady's Jumper with a Double Scarf Collar 82

07 Man's Cardigan 88

08 Spiral Pattern Jumper 96

09 Tricolour Pullover 104

10 Tuck-In Surplice 110

11 A Twinset in Simple Stitches (a Duet in Knitting) 116

12 Half Blouse 126

13 Two-Colour Spot Jersey 132

14 A Waistcoat in Cloque Pattern 140

Gowns & Skirts

01 Charming Dress 148

02 Fashionable Housecoat (in Five Colours) 158

03 Cuddlesome Cuddle Skirt 168

Yarn Resources 174

Picture Credits 176

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