Vogue® Knitting Vintage Collection: Classic Knits From the 1930s-1960s

Book Overview

They come from another time but now they re classics. Chic and stylish knits from the original "Vogue Pattern Books" of the 1930s 1960s return in an enchanting one-of-a-kind collection with more than 40 fabulous garments for everybody in the family. Fully illustrated, and updated with the latest yarns, this project book includes party dresses, pullovers, jackets and wraps for her; sweaters and vests for him; and sunsuits, caps, and booties for the baby. Among the perennial fashion winners: a short-sleeved silk top for spring, a chunky coat for fall, a cabled V-neck, a girl s heart twinset, and a boy s striped turtleneck. An introduction covers all the basics, from selecting wool to determining the gauge to reading patterns."

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1931543453
• ISBN13: 9781931543453
• Release Date: September 2004
• Publisher: Sixth&Spring Books
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.0" x 0.3" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

Good, With One Little Caveat

I really like this book, but I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 because, surprisingly, several of the patterns can actually be found in other Vogue books (e.g., the silk lined shawl, men's cashmere gloves). The repeat was a bit disconcerting, and I would have rather seen something else, since I have almost the complete Vogue Knitting library.However, the book has many, many excellent points, which make it a worthwhile purchase, even if you've seen a few of the patterns before. First, Vintage Collection is designed very well, with all of VKs usual features and inspiring photographs. Patterns are grouped by type: women, men, kids, and scarves/shawls. Unlike VK's Vintage Knits On the Go, the Collection contains patterns that truly speak for their era and will lend a vintage touch to everyone's wardrobe.The variety of designs is astounding, including a coat, an aran sweater, the gorgeous cashmere cabled sweater on the cover, sweet baby things, as well as a silk lined shawl... and many, many more.