Free Pattern - Johnny Belinda Jumper and Stocking Cap

 

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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Patons 55 - Lady's Cable Coat

 

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This fabulous cable and twist design is perfect for this lovely cardigan or coat.

Date: late 1940s to early 1950s

Measurements - bust 34-36"; length from shoulder 22"; sleeve seam 18"

Materials - double knit or light worsted; 4.5mm US 7 and 3.75mm US 5 needles; 15 buttons; cable needle

Original used 17 ozs of Patons Moorland Double Knitting or 18 ozs Patons Bulldog Double Knitting

Tension - 5.25 stitches and 7 rows to 1 inch using 4.5mm US 7 over stocking stitch

Ladyship 3048 - Lady's Twin Set

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This is a great twin set. Not only is it in a good modern size, it is also a simple to follow pattern. The cardigan has a great all over diamond texture and the short sleeved jumper is plain but with a band running up each side of the front.

Date: mid to late 1940s

Jumper
Measurements: bust 35.5 and 37.5"; length 19.5 and 20.5"; sleeve seam 5 and 5.5""
Materials: 4-ply or fingering; 3.25mm US 3 and 2.25mm US 1 needles for 35.5" bust; 3.75mm US 5 and 2.25mm US 1 for 37.5" bust; Stitch holder and 6 buttons
Original used 5.5 or 6 ozs Baldwin & Walker's Ladyship 3-ply Fairlady
Tension: 8 stitches and 10 rows to 1 inch with 3.25mm US 3 over stocking stitch, or 7.5 stitches and 9.5 rows to 1 inch using 3.75mm US 5 over stocking stitch

Cardigan
Measurements: bust 36 and 38"; length 20 and 21"; sleeve seam 16.5 and 17"
Materials: 4-ply or fingering; 3.25mm US 3 and 2.25mm US 1 needles for 35.5" bust; 3.75mm US 5 and 2.25mm US 1 for 37.5" bust; Stitch holder and 6 buttons
Original used 7.75 or 8 ozs Baldwin & Walker's Ladyship 3-ply Fairlady
Tension: 1 pattern (16 stitches) to 1.75" using 3.25mm US 3 or 1 pattern to 1 inch using 3.75mm US 5

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Argosy 144 - Angela Lady's Fair Isle Jumper

 

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Feminine and elegant with a simple fair isle motif and gently puffed sleeves. This is a classic wardrobe piece and can be worked in any colour combination you fancy.

The motif pattern is written out but it is clear with line for line instructions so you shouldn't get lost.

Date: estimated late 1940s or early 1950s

• Measurements: bust 34 to 36"; length of side seams 12.5"; sleeve seam 6"
• Materials: 4-ply or fingering; 3.25mm US 3 and 3mm US 2.5 needles 5mm US 8 needles; 4 buttons
• Original used 5 ozs Argosy 3-ply Superfine Botany in navy blue and 1 oz each of 2 contracting colours
• Tension: 8 stitches and 9 rows to 1 inch using 3.25mm US 3 needles over stocking stitch

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Contessa 268 - Jumper Coat with Magyar Sleeves

 Contessa 268 - Jumper Coat with Magyar Sleeves

This chic 1950s blouse or jumper coat comes in 2 sizes and is great for summer

Date: mid 1950s

Measurements: 34-35" and 36-38" bust; 20.5" and 21.5 length; top of shoulder to sleeve edge 11.5 or 12.5"

Materials: 3-ply or light fingering; 3.25mm US 3 and 2.75mm US 2 needles; 9 buttons
Original used 7 or 8 ozs Contessa 3-ply Fingering

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Weldons A790 - Egyptian Fair Isle Jumper

 

Weldons A790 - Egyptian Fair Isle Jumper

 

Wowser!! How amazing is this jumper? Perfect for any archaeologist, Egyptologist, Indiana Jones fan (it has a bit part in the Last Crusade), or just someone who enjoys a fun pattern

Although it says it's Fair Isle, it is intarsia with the motif yarns being picked up and dropped as you go.

As well as the full pattern, I have also added the 2 charts separately to make things clearer and for you to copy and cross the lines out (should you want to) as you go

Also, it's in a great modern size but if you need it slightly smaller, then change down a needle size

Date: late 1940s

Measurements: to suit a 36" to 38" 91-97cm bust; length 18.5" 47cm; sleeve seam 5" 13cm

Materials: 3-ply or light fingering; 3mm US 2.5, 2.75mm US 2 needles; 5 small buttons; medium crochet hook
Original used 6 ozs of main colour (yellow), 1 ozs in tan and scarlet; 0.5 oz of royal blue and 0.25 oz each of grey, green, white, and black of Copley's 3-ply Excelsior Wool

Tension: 9 stitches and 10 rows to 1 inch using 3mm US 2.5 needles over Fair Isle

Twilleys 530 - Charming Lacy Blouse

 Twilleys 530 - Charming Lacy Blouse

 

This is a lovely summer blouse made from cotton. The all over lace pattern and cap sleeves makes it perfect for those hot days

Date: Early 1950s

Measurements: to fit a 34 to 36" bust

Materials: 3-ply or light fingering; 3mm US 2.5, 2.75mm US 2, 2.25mm US 1, and 2mm US 0 needles; 9 buttons
Original used 8 ozs of Lyscordet Soft Knitting Cotton

Tension: 8 stitches to 1 inch

1930s Belted Cardigan

 

Belted Cardigan

This is a great late 1930s cardigan in a good modern size. The short cardigan has wrap over sides and it held in place with a belted tie.

This pattern does not have any tension or gauge advice

Date: late 1930s

Measurements: bust 36 to 37"; length 18"; sleeve seam 17"

Materials: aran or worsted and 3-ply or light fingering; 4.5mm US 7 and 3.75mm US 5 needles
Original used 7 ozs of tweed effect wool and a little 3-ply wool in a colour to match

Friday Freebie - Lady's Jumper Cardigan

 Hurrah it's Friday and to get everyone in the mood for the weekend I have this wonderful free pattern for you.

It's a classic of 1950s design: all tight waist and unusual stitches and what's more it's in double knit (or light worsted) on big needles so shouldn't take long to knock out. It has 2 sizes: 33" to 35" and 35" to 37" bust but with the stitch I think that it might even fit someone a bit larger without any modification.

I've already added it to Ravelry so you can start immediately. 

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Lee Target 1235 - Lady's Jumper Cardigan