Description
Create a stunning 1940s bolero with this authentic vintage knitting pattern! Featuring ribbed borders and a classic
cropped fit, this bolero is worked in one piece from the left front, with sleeve and bolero edgings added separately.
Pattern Details:
Worked in stocking stitch with ribbed borders
Knitted in 4-ply fine yarn (approx. 14 WPI)
Original colours: Brown, red, green, and yellow (customisable!)
Yarn requirements:
Red: 3 oz (86g) Brown, green, yellow: 1 oz (29g)each
Needles: UK Size 10 & 12 (Includes conversion chart for US & metric sizes)
Gauge/Tension: 8 stitches per inch (25mm)
Finished Measurements:
Width at underarm: 34 inches (96.5cm)
Length from shoulder: 17 inches (43cm)
Sleeve seam length: 5 inches (12.7cm)
Perfect for vintage knitters, retro fashion lovers, and historical costume makers! Recreate a beautiful
piece of 1940s fashion history
You can either buy the printed version and have it mailed to you or the PDF download version,
if you’d rather get started straight away!
