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The eagerly anticipated follow up to A Stitch In Time. Volume 2 takes us from 1930s to the end of the 1950s, featuring 80 incredible patterns for women, many multi sized for the first time, authentic styling and gorgeous photography. Available in hardback format. 400 pages.

This stunning collection of authentically styled knitwear offers 14 classic designs for men, women and children, drawing on inspiration from the late 1940s and early 1950s. Focussing on fashion influences during the time of the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II in 1953, Coronation Knits looks back at this special event as we celebrate her Diamond Jubilee.

16 glamorous yet practical knits for adults, children and the home, inspired and adapted from knitting patterns of the 1900s to the 1950s, all perfect to make as gifts or for yourself. Projects include:The perfect Christmas jumper, Child’s dressing gown, Tea cosy, Motoring hood, Fair Isle gloves, Victorian stockings, Simple corsage, Hooded Bed jacket, Glamorous Cape, Dutch bonnet, scarf and mitten set, Hearts and Bunnies Cardigan, Father’s new socks, Lacy Gloves, and a Skating Skirt.

This simple yoked jumper pattern is available in a range of sizes to fit from aged one year to eight years of age. The garment body is knitted in the round from the bottom up. The sleeves are knitted separately then joined to the body to form the yoke which is then also knitted in the round. The Christmas tree and reindeer motifs are worked usin...

This sumptuous, flattering jacket is knitted in one piece to the underarm where the fronts and back are then divided and knitted separately. The peplum is discreetly shaped within the pattern leading to a ribbed waistband. The main cabled pattern continues up each front and the back with the surrounding stitches worked in reverse stocking stitch...

In the wake of the popular Wartime Farm BBC TV series, you can now knit your very own authentic Fair Isle Sleeveless Pullover, modelled on a 1938 original and as worn by Alex Langlands no less!

this basic pattern is dedicated to the memory of John Herbert Ogden 1895-1917.

An updated and improved version of this popular pattern. Now with 4 full colour charts to work from. Now available as a PDF download.

This cardigan is based on a classic 1950s shape of a hip length figure hugging silhouette but allowing the fabric of the garment to do the work and create the shape. The design is named after the glamorous Frances Stevens played by Grace Kelly in To Catch a Thief. Partnering Cary Grant in this stylish Hitchcock film and playing a very dangerous ...

This pattern is available to purchase as a PDF download here for £3.00

This fabulous hat is based on knitted turbans of the 1940s and is very easy to knit and construct. Knitted in one piece, the turban is gathered into shape with elastic sewn to the base and then tied into a knot at the centre front to complete that 40s look.

This simple and effortlessly comfortable skirt is knitted from the top down making it easy to adjust for the perfect fit. The pattern is available in a wide range of waist sizes from 24−40 inches but can be adjusted to fit any waist size or skirt length. The pattern given is for a particular length and fit but it is very easy to make alterations...

Made in a delicate 4 ply wool this beautiful bed jacket can be worn for day or evening and comes in sizes from 30 - 54 inches. The gorgeous hood elegantly frames the face and

The Perfect Father’s Day Present

There are three sizes for this cardigan, ages 1-2, 2-3 and 3-4. Six colours are needed in total: Three balls are needed of the main colour and two balls for the background colour behind the bunnies, the four other colours take less than one ball of each, so oddments can easily be used. In the first size you only just break into the third ball an...

Inspired by Victorian knitting patterns, these laceweight stockings make a beautiful heirloom gift.

This incredibly simple pattern provides the building blocks to all manner of beautiful corsages, brooches and hair decorations. The patterns to two distinctly different pieces are provided both taking around an hour to make and only using a few grams of yarn.

These pretty, vintage influenced dressing gowns make great gifts. They are knitted in a hard wearing double knit cotton yarn which can also be machine washed and tumble dried.

This pretty, cropped cape is the perfect cover up in the spring time, adding a touch of sophistication to every young lady’s daytime wardrobe. Knitted in this fascinating tufted stitch it is a fun and quick knit.

This pattern now available to purchase from my ravelry store

These Fair Isle gloves are perfect for wearing in the city or the

This delightful tea cosy is made using Jamieson & Smith 2 Ply Jumper Weight Yarn. A stocking stitch under-cosy is covered with 38 decorative petals. This is a simple knit that does require some sewing skills for the construction. Follow the colours in the pattern or use colours that complement your own kitchen or morning room.

This charming hood will keep you warm however cold the wind may blow. Knitted in a simple single rib in an alpaca mix yarn, this pattern is a very quick and easy knit.

Includes three patterns for a bonnet, scarf and mittens, knitted using two 4 ply Alpaca yarns.

The jumper is designed to be worn fitted to the waist and is based on the classic 1940s silhouette. The sleeves incorporate the iconic box sleeve head of the period or alternatively can be made with simple gathered sleeves. It is available in a range of sizes from 28-50 inches and is knitted in Jamieson & Smith 2 ply jumper weight or my own ...

This pattern is available to purchase as a PDF download here for £3.00.

This pattern is available to purchase as a PDF download here for £3.50