Download or read book Vintage Knitting Dresses written by Elizabeth Hudson and published by BookRix. This book was released on 2015-11-03 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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).
Download or read book Knitting Vintage written by Claire Montgomerie and published by Carlton Publishing Group. This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Montgomerie presents thirty retro-inspired knitting patterns that visibly reflect today's fashion trends. Each book is inspired by a different decade, with projects of various skill levels and complexities.
Download or read book Vintage Baby Knits written by Kristen Rengren and published by Open Road Media. This book was released on 2012-10-30 with total page 456 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The longtime knitter and vintage fashion expert puts a contemporary twist on classic knit babywear in this beautifully photographed pattern book. While working as a vintage clothing dealer, combing through estate sales and eBay listings, longtime knitter Kristen Rengren amassed hundreds of knitting pattern booklets from 1920 through 1960. Now a knitwear designer, Rengren brings us the result of her combined passions in Vintage Baby Knits, a charming collection of more than 40 contemporary updates of timeless baby patterns. Projects range from small, quick-to-knit items like hats, booties, and shrugs to larger, more challenging designs for sweaters, onesies, and dresses, including a lace christening gown. Beautiful photographs capture a bevy of adorable babies and toddlers wearing these knitted treasures. Also included are sidebars on baby fashion and knitting culture in this bygone era, and a complete reference section. Destined to be a classic itself, Vintage Baby Knits promises family heirlooms for 21st-century babies.
Download or read book Vintage Knits for Modern Babies written by Hadley Fierlinger and published by Ten Speed Press. This book was released on 2011-03-30 with total page 106 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book Vintage Knitting Doll Clothes written by Victoria Todd and published by BookRix. This book was released on 2015-07-14 with total page 32 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dolls and humans are a lot alike. We both love fashion and looking good for every occasion. This wonderful book includes 12 knitting patterns in total. There's a beret, a tennis sweater, a striped polo shirt, cardigans, and more.
Download or read book A Collection of Vintage Knitting Patterns for the Making of Women s Dresses written by Anon and published by Read Books Ltd. This book was released on 2016-09-21 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book contains a beautiful collection of vintage hand knitting patterns for the making of women's dresses, and having patterns ranging in difficulty, it should suit most levels of skill. With varying styles and sizes, this book has a dress for everyone, and ensures every woman can stay beautifully dressed throughout the whole year. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.
Download or read book A Stitch in Time written by Jane Waller and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 354 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Strikke- og hækleopskrifter på vintagetøj til kvinder med opskrifterne i både original udgave og opdateret udgave
Download or read book Vintage Knits for Babies written by Rita Taylor and published by Jacqui Small. This book was released on 2015-05-01 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nothing can beat the individuality and beauty of hand-knitted shawls and garments for babies, which will be treasured for years to come and handed down as family heirlooms. Vintage Knits for Babies contains a wonderful selection of knitting patterns for little ones, from birth to 18 months, based on traditional babiesâ?? and childrenâ??s wear from Victorian times to the 1950s. Drawing upon her own collection of vintage knitting patterns and photographs, expert knitter and designer of period costumes Rita Taylor has updated everything from lacy shawls, elaborate Christening gowns and matinee jacket sets to pretty dresses, cute cardigans and cosy coats. There is even a chapter on adorable knitted toys. Traditional stitch patterns, such as stripes, basket-weave and blackberry, and many lace patterns are combined with delightful details and pretty finishing touches. Each item has been chosen for its timeless quality and adapted for knitting with gorgeous modern yarns, including merino, cotton, cashmere, bamboo, alpaca and other mixes â?? all widely available worldwide. With fascinating insights into the history of babiesâ?? and childrenâ??s wear, Vintage Knits for Babies has an irresistible homespun charm that will appeal to all knitters who appreciate a nostalgic vibe.
Download or read book Favorite Knitting and Crochet Patterns written by and published by . This book was released on 1982 with total page 246 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Detailed directions plus technique tips, projects for everyone.
Download or read book Vintage Gifts to Knit written by Susan Crawford and published by Fastprint Publishing. This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "From the co-author of A Stitch in Time, Vintage Knitting & Crochet 1920-1949 and A Stitch in Time, Vintage Knitting Patterns, 1930-1959 this delightful book features 16 glamorous yet practical knits, inspired and adapted from knitting patterns of the 1900s to the 1950s, all perfect to make as gifts or for yourself. Projects include: Dutch bonnet, scarf and mitten set, The perfect Christmas jumper, Child's dressing gown, Tea cosy, Motoring hood, Fair Isle gloves, Victorian stockings, and mens socks, a simple corsage, the most beautiful hooded Bed jacket, a little girl's cute cardi, an elegant cape, and a skating skirt! Knitters of all abilities are catered for with both beginner and more advanced projects. Uses standard weight yarns for all projects."--Publisher description.
Download or read book Gertie Sews Jiffy Dresses written by Gretchen Hirsch and published by Abrams. This book was released on 2019-04-09 with total page 602 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gertie Sews Jiffy Dresses is Gretchen Hirsch’s modern reinvention of a simple idea, focusing on easily mastered sewing skills, minimal pattern pieces, and fabulous designs. “Gretchen ‘Gertie’ Hirsch is a passionate home seamstress, a sought-after sewing teacher, and the creator of one of the web’s most popular sewing blogs.” —Creativebug In the ‘50s and ‘60s, Simplicity released their popular line of Jiffy sewing patterns, which had minimal pattern pieces and simple constructions, yet were chic enough for fashion-conscious customers. This approach appeals now more than ever to stylish women who are continuously looking for ways to fit their love of sewing into busy lives packed with family, work, school, and countless other obligations. With the lessons offered here, you can make a Popover Dress, Chemise Dress, Swirl Dress, Boatneck Dress, and Patio Dress. Everything you need is included: pattern maps, finished garment measurements, and more. And the best part? Readers will end up with a sparkling wardrobe of easy-to-wear, fun-to-style dresses that will fill busy modern lives with retro charm. Chapters include: Supplies and Tools Fabrics Getting Ready to Sew Dress Construction: The Basics Dress Construction: Essential Skills Trims and Flourishes Fitting Hirsch writes in her introduction, “So why did I write this book? Because I want to show that it’s possible to cultivate real sewing skills without spending days or even weeks on a project. Sewing more projects means more practice!” The vintage aesthetic of these projects will appeal to beginner and expert crafters alike. They stand on their own as great examples of retro fashion. They aren’t just simple sewing projects. So, don’t wait. Start sewing! Includes color photographs and illustrations Also available: Gertie Sews Vintage Casual Gertie’s Ultimate Dress Book Gertie’s New Book for Better Sewing Gertie’s New Fashion Sketchbook
Download or read book Vintage Knitting Clothes for Children written by Emily Hinton and published by BookRix. This book was released on 2015-11-03 with total page 46 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Children are constantly in need of new clothes. This book gives you the opportunity to make these clothes for young boys and girls alike. Vintage Knitting Clothes for Children has 14 vintage patterns in total. There are cardigans, pullovers, and other wonderful clothing patterns. The sizes are for those between the ages of 2-6.
Download or read book Knit Vintage written by Madeline Weston and published by White Lion Publishing. This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Knit Vintage' offers a fantastic selection of more than 20 timeless designs based on original women's knitwear patterns from the 1930s to the 1950s. Drawing from their own extensive collections of vintage knitting patterns, the authors have chosen garments for their classic style and updated them to appeal to 21st century tastes.
Download or read book Art Deco Knits written by Jemima Bicknell and published by The Crowood Press. This book was released on 2019-03-25 with total page 388 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The jazz age of the 1920s and 1930s is a particularly inspiring period in fashion design, well-known for its intricately embellished fabrics and elegant detail. Art Deco Knits aims to inspire the modern knitter who wishes to create a vintage-inspired wardrobe, or simply add a touch of Art Deco glamour to their knitting. Featuring valuable information on styles and silhouettes, fabrics and finishing techniques, this book celebrates the joy to be found in creating knitwear inspired by this most popular of eras, when fashion and self-expression became accessible to more women than ever before. Topics covered include tips on choosing yarns and adapting patterns to fit an Art Deco aesthetic; a collection of Art Deco-inspired stitch patterns; beading and embroidery techniques for creating uniquely embellished knitted fabrics and finally, finishing tips and techniques. Nine original patterns are included, each inspired by a particular facet of 1920s or 1930s style which can be used directly or adapted as a starting point for the knitters' imagination. Jemima Bicknell is an experienced knitting and crochet designer specializing in vintage-inspired designs. It is beautifully illustrated with 150 colour photographs and 64 original sketches.
Download or read book Vintage Knit written by Geraldine Warner and published by Laurence King Publishing. This book was released on 2014-08-18 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.
Download or read book Modern Knits Vintage Style written by Kari Cornell and published by Voyageur Press. This book was released on 2010-10-14 with total page 145 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here are more than 20 new, retro-inspired patterns for sweaters, skirts, scarves, capelets, hats, gloves, and socks from well-known designers such as Lily Chin, Teva Durham, Annie Modesitt, Michele Orne, Anna Bell, and Kristin Spurkland. The book will feature new color photographs of each project and vintage photos of the classic garments that inspired them. An introduction to the patterns, schematics, and charts will be included.
Download or read book Gertie s Ultimate Dress Book written by Gretchen Hirsch and published by Harry N. Abrams. This book was released on 2016-03-08 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every vintage-obsessed sewist dreams of having a closet full of gorgeous dresses. The follow-up to the popular Gertie's New Book for Better Sewing and Gertie Sews Vintage Casual, Gertie's Ultimate Dress Book is packed with all the information and patterns you could ever need to create a wardrobe filled with stunning vintage frocks. The book begins with all the essential techniques for dressmaking and includes instructions and patterns for 23 dresses for a variety of occasions. Elements of each pattern can be mixed and matched, allowing readers to customize the bodice, skirt, sleeves, pockets, and details of each dress for a truly unique creation.