The Vintage Knitting Book


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Vintage Knit


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Vintage Knit offers lovers of retro style 25 beautiful knitting patterns from the 1930s, 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 online resources, gives you everything you need to knit the patterns in the book.




Vintage Knits


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Sleek Styles for the Savvy KnitterThis stylish knitwear collection features 30 knockout designs, inspired by original postwar patterns from Yesterknits, the world's largest collection of vintage knitting and crochet patterns. From delicate camisoles to sophisticated jackets, these pieces marry the design details of the forties and fifties with the best of today's yarns and contemporary floral-inspired colors. Inside, readers will find clear, simple instructions and stunning full-color photos of to-die-for pieces including:sleek crewnecks lacy, feminine cardigans textured twin sets stunning striped sweaters cabled mittens, Fair Isle gloves and more!As a gift for a friend or an indulgence for yourself, Vintage Knits is a must for every knitter's library.




Vintage Knitting Dresses


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Every woman loves an elegant dress. There's nothing more delightful than being absorbed into a comfortable dress, no matter the occasion. This book features 12 vintage dresses. They're all well-made, fashionable, and come in an extremely diverse compilation of dresses. The sizes are for women 14-18 (although one dress can be made for those that are size 12).




Vintage Knits for Modern Babies


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Vintage Knits for Modern Babies presents twenty-five vintage-inspired patterns from the stylish baby knitwear label, Shescraftyknits.com. Owner and designer Hadley Fierlinger shares her lovingly crafted collection of hand-knitted, heirloom-quality garments for infants and toddlers aged six months to three years. From caps, cardigans, and mittens to booties, bonnets, and blankets–each pattern features delicate period details hearkening back to the 1930s, ’40s, and ’50s while offering modern comfort and a contemporary preference for natural and organic yarns. This is a delightful gift for mothers-to-be, grandmothers, godmothers, aunties, and others, offering a full range of keepsake projects at proficiency levels for beginner, intermediate, and experienced knitters.




A Collection of Vintage Knitting Patterns for the Making of Hats for Women


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This book contains a lovely collection of vintage hand knitting patterns for the making of women's hats. With a range of different styles, there is a design for every woman for all occasions. The patterns are of varying difficulty, so this book should be suitable for most levels of skill. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.




A Collection of Vintage Knitting Patterns for the Making of Winter Cardigans and Jumpers for Women


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This book contains a lovely collection of vintage hand knitting patterns for the making of women's cardigans and jumpers for winter. Full of designs in different styles and sizes, there is something to suit everyone. This handy book will ensure that every woman can stay snuggly and beautifully dressed throughout the colder months, and with both casual and smarter pieces, that there will be something perfect to wear for all occasions. The patterns are of varying difficulty, so this book should be suitable for most levels of skill. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.




Vintage Knitting Shawls


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Shawls bring comfort and elegance to fashion. Every single woman on this planet needs to own at least one shawl. This book includes 14 vintage shawls in total. They're all extremely beautiful, fun to make, and come with pictures.




Vintage Knit Hats


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A collection of classic, stylish knitted winterwear from the craft's rich past.




Vintage Knitting Sweaters


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Sweaters are comfortable, elegant, and warming. They're one of the fashion world's best pieces of clothing. Vintage Knitting Sweaters is home to 14 knitting sweaters. You'll enjoy making everyone of these wonderful sweaters.