I could bore you silly with my explanation of how modern sheep have been bred them to have thick fleeces but their ancient counterparts had scraggly locks that would fall naturally but that's something for another day. Instead I shall share this lovely jumper with you from the early 1930s.
The pattern says the model is Nancy Carroll who was an actor active in Hollywood from 1927 to 1938. I think this was from her most popular times so will date this from 1932 to 1934. She received the most fan mail of any actor of the early 30s (according the Wikipedia) but was 'difficult' so was released from her contract and was no longer considered an A-lister.
To get the pattern, just click on the image and it will take you to the pdf.
A Summer Day Jumper
The Lady Needlework Book No. 2
34 and 36" bust; length 20"; sleeve seam 5" - for 36" bust use 3.75mm US 5 instead of 3.25mm US 3
Original used 6ozs Beehive Fingering 3-ply in pale green
