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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.
Knitting In the Field : Mystery Vest
Just like any yarn addict, I whip out my knitting needles at every chance I get—whether I'm lounging at home, sipping a latte at a cafe, people-watching in the park, sneaking a stitch during a movie, or even while pretending to work. My gig as an archaeologist can be a bit of a buzzkill though—turns out digging for hours on end isn't always ideal for my beloved yarny creations (dirt and knitting don't exactly make the best of friends). But hey, us crafty folks are nothing if
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Apr 13 min read
As You Like It - Free pattern to knit a totally Versatile 1940s tee style top
A free vintage pattern from the 1940 publication of Knitcraft, an Australian knitting magazine. It features a deep U-shaped neckline and some clever but simple waist shaping, and is perfect for dressing up in true vintage style or just throwing on over a pair of jeans.
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Dec 3, 20256 min read
On the Second WIP of Knitmas....
My workroom gave to meeeeeeee..........! Why has this little gem been hiding in the cupboard like it's in witness protection? I'm totally...
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Jan 10, 20257 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
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...
vintagemegknits
Jan 1, 20243 min read
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