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KNITTING PATTERN INFORMATION  

 

This attractive 1940s Fern Jumper ⁄ Sweater with its broad shoulders ribbed yoke, fitted waist and lacy pattern will add interest to the feminine silhouette. Knit this darling jumper in a colour that will compliment your wardrobe.

 

KNITTING PATTERN INSTRUCTIONS 


MEASUREMENTS

Bust:  to fit 36 inch bust

Length from shoulder:  20  inches

Sleeve seam:  8 1⁄2 inches

 

MATERIALS

Original yarn suggestion and needle size info:   

5 oz Patons Beehive fingering 2 ply

No. 10 knitting needles ( 3.25 mm)

No. 12  knitting needles (2.75 mm)

 

TENSION

Worked at a tension of 1 pattern (12 stitches) to 1 5⁄8 inches in width (not stretched).

 

The original yarn may not be available due to the age of the pattern. Select the yarn type that is closest to the weight of the original yarn.

 

When reworking the pattern it is best to knit a tension swatch with your chosen yarn. To get the correct measurements, your tension must be the same as stated in the pattern.

 

Happy Knitting!

 

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1940s Fern Jumper

SKU: 40-JUM-SHO-PAT-997
£2.99Price
  • You are buying a restored, recoloured and reformatted DIGITAL COPY of the original knitting pattern only. It is NOT the original pattern or finished product.  Your PDF will be available to download once payment is confirmed.

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