This lovely long sleeved bolero has a crochet border and would make a perfect spring jacket.
Date: early 1940s
Measurements: bust 32 to 34"; length 15.5"; sleeve seam 18"
Materials: 3-ply or light fingering; 3.75mm US 5 and 3.25mm US 3 needles; 3.75mm US F crochet hook
Original used 8 ozs Sirdar Majestic Wool 3-ply in mid-blue and 1 oz in navy
Tension: 9 stitches and 9 rows to 1 inch over pattern using 3.75mm US 5 needles
UK crochet terms used in pattern
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This is a little unusual as the pattern was offered by Woman's Own to mark the release of Johnny Belinda. The stamp on the back is for the Regent Cinema, Chatham, Kent with the date stamp of 7th March 1949. As far as I can tell neither the sweater, nor stocking cap get screen time and Jane Wyman's character in the film is a lot less glamorous.
The film was nominated for 12 Oscars with Jane Wyman winning Best Actress for her portrayal of Belinda, a deaf woman who kills her rapist. The subject of rape was taboo in films prior to this movie but the relaxation of the Hays Code meant that studios were willing to tackle such difficult subjects.
Anyway, this pattern was released to cash in on the film's success and features the novelty of little woollen dolls made into a necklace and belt.
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Date: 1949
Measurements: 36" bust; length from shoulder 23”; sleeve seam 20"
Materials: 3-ply or light fingering; 2.75mm US 2 and 3.25mm US 3 needles; set of 2.75mm US 2 and 3.25mm US 3 dpns needles
Original used 10 ozs for the jumper and 2 ozs for the cap of Sirdar Majestic 3-ply
Tension: 7.5 stitches to 1 inch using 3.25mm US 3 needles
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This lovely blouse has a lace yoke and can be worked with either long or short sleeves. The overall pattern is fully written out and easy to follow.
Date: late 1940s or early 1950s
Measurements: 34" bust; length 19"; sleeve seam 6 or 18"
Materials: 4-ply or fingering; 3.75mm US 5 and 3.25mm US 3 needles; 4 buttons
Original used 6 or 8 ozs Femina Crepespun
Tension: 7 stitches 1 inch
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This is one of those classic sweaters that will last for ages and always look smart.
