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Stitchcraft October 1945

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Thanks so much for all of your sweet comments on my Valentine’s Day dress.  So far I think it was the coldest photo shoot I’ve had this winter; luckily I think Chicago’s been having a very mild winter this year. I think I’m going to blame it on my Florida trip, but all I seemContinue reading

Flower Pattern

I’m a bit off schedule with my posts for this week due to the May Giveaway Day.  So my normal Wednesday knitting post has temporarily moved to Friday for this week.  I feel I’ve been a bit knit-heavy lately on my blog, but I’ve officially finished my scalloped skirt.  So if the weather cooperates, I’llContinue reading

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Of course this kind of sounds like a Halloween cross stitch pattern but it certainly doesn't need to be. I Practice Stitchcraft is a design from Aliton Embroidery that is appropriate at all times.

Today’s freebie pattern comes once again, from the March 1955 edition of Stitchcraft Magazine.  (This edition is chock full of good knitting patterns!) Click on the following link to download the pattern as a pdf: Cutaway Neckline Sweater Pattern. Click here to add this pattern to your Ravelry Queue or Favorites. And another view in black and white: I’mContinue reading

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A Library of FREE Vintage Knitting & Sewing Patterns

I feel like it’s been forever since I’ve posted up a knitting pattern for you all! I also feel like it’s been even longer since I’ve actively worked on my knitting. But I am happy to report I’ve once again picked up my needles and have been making a bit of headway on my navyContinue reading

I love these - so simple and cute

A Library of FREE Vintage Knitting & Sewing Patterns

I have the cutest little jumper pattern for you guys today, called Cherry Ripe from the 1942 Edition of Stitchcraft. To download the free pattern as a pdf click on the following link: Cherry Ripe Jumper Click here to add this pattern to your Ravelry Queue or Favorites. Addendum:  A portion of the top cornerContinue reading