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No Yarn Left Behind
Tangled Yarns, Retro Rants & Knitted Nostalgia
from the diaries of
a vintage lady knitting her way through history.
Exploring the Timeless Appeal of Vintage Knitting Pattern Inspiration
Knitting vintage patterns isn’t just about making something pretty, it’s about connecting with the past in a way that feels personal and creative.
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2 hours ago4 min read
The Emotional Support Banana
Recreating a favourite knitted toy from the 1990s.
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Apr 23, 20254 min read
On the Third WIP of Knitmas...
Replacing some very sad sorry two needle hand knit socks using a 1945 Australian Woman's Weekly pattern.
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Jan 11, 20254 min read
The 3 Hour Sweater - Vintage Sweater Knitting Pattern
Notes on knitting the 3 hour sweater from the original 1930s pattern. Can I do it in just 3 hours? How long does it actually take?
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May 7, 20245 min read
Stinky Shearer's Socks & the CWA
I took some sneaky time off from my day job yesterday. My latest pair of Stinky Shearer's Socks and the February volume of the CWA...
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Mar 18, 20246 min read
Confessions of a Binge Knitter
Well that's my weekend sorted. I have been waiting ever so (un) patiently for this to arrive so I can start my "As You Like It" project ...
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Feb 2, 20243 min read
That vest she never finished
Spoiler alert: this is the completed vest she never finished "Do you have a good pattern for a plain men's vest" asked Mum. She had come...
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Jan 2, 20243 min read
On Nanna's Needles
Frugal knitting nostalgia, vintage pattern books and a little family history.
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Nov 4, 20233 min read
Nurturing Your Knitteds
Not sure when or how to wash your handknitted jumper? You are not alone. I often get questions regarding how to care for handknits. ...
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Nov 4, 20233 min read
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