#knit picks

[thenumberxix]

Crocheted a Prince from Zooliminolgy for my son’s friends birthday.

[knithacker]

Knit a Hat That Looks Like a Bob Ross Painting ... everyone LOVES this hat, designed by Camille Descoteaux! 🌲❤️

Pattern: 👉 https://ravelry.com/patterns/library/alaska-6

Gradient Yarn: 👉 https://tidd.ly/3Tt5oNk (Chroma Fingering)

[17unfinishedprojects]

Vintage Knitting/Crochet Patterns Masterlist

Recently, I’ve been getting really into more older styles of knit and crochet, and in my search for vintage patterns I’ve come across a ton of sites and articles that have been incredibly helpful to me, so I thought I’d share them all with you. The majority of these are free, and this post is still being updated as I find more. Hope you enjoy!

(p.s. most of the places you can get crochet patterns are in the ‘Misc.’ section bc most sites have both knit and crochet patterns)

Knitting:

vintageknittingpatternarchive.com

An archive featuring a variety of patterns from the 1920s-1980s

Pros:

Completely free

You can search by bust size, colorwork, yarn weight, decade, and clothing article

Also features some crochet patterns

Cons:

The site can be hard to navigate

vam.ac.uk

An article featuring a 15 clothing patterns from the 1940s

Pros:

Completely free

Cons:

Only has instructions for one size

sunnystitcher.gumroad.com

A collection of vintage knit clothing patterns from the 1930s-1970s

Pros:

A “name your own price” site, you can choose to pay $0 if you choose

Cons:

Not a lot of patterns

aranpatternarchive.com

A collection of vintage aran knitting patterns

Pros:

Completely free

Has a wide variety of patterns

Crochet:

antiquecrochetpatterns.com

An archive featuring a variety of vintage crochet patterns

Pros:

Completely free

A lot of home décor patterns

Cons:

Most of the clothing patterns are for babies and children

A lot of the patterns are currently unavailable due to the site being updated

Misc:

thevintagepatternfiles.blogspot.com

Pros:

Completely free

Has patterns in different languages, including Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Icelandic, and Russian

Has patterns dating back to the 1800s

You can search by size, clothing article, and decade

Cons:

The site can be a hard to navigate.

marymaxim.com

A collection of vintage knit/crochet patterns

Pros:

You can filter by pattern type and yarn weight

The patterns are relatively cheap, ranging from $0.99-$4.99

Cons:

No free patterns

You can’t filter by size

trove.nla.gov.au

A blog post featuring 2 vintage knit patterns and 1 vintage crochet pattern

Pros:

Completely free

Cons:

Patterns may be hard to read because they appear as old newspaper/magazine excerpts

antiquepatternlibrary.org

An archive featuring a variety of vintage knitting, crochet, embroidery, sewing, quilting, macrame, weaving, tapestry, and many more pattens.

Pros:

Completely free

Wide variety of patterns across many crafts

Cons:

Website has an older layout and can be hard to navigate

(p.p.s I didn’t put cons on a few of them bc I honestly didn’t find any. If you encounter any problems with any of these sites let me know and I will add that to the con list.)

(p.p.p.s. if you have any other websites you use for vintage patterns please share them I’m always in need of more)

[365knitsocks]

Craft Notes 6/19/2026

Greetings! I had a busy creative week last week.

I played with some of my Jacquard Acid dyes and I am really happy with the results.

I finished knitting two pairs of dk socks. I am adding to my gift/donation pile.

I also casted on four more pairs of socks including the yarn that I dyed early in the week.

[pricklypearknits]

I’m annoyed that I can’t seem to reblog my first post with this video, but anyway, I tinkered with the randomizer a little. Been having fun picking color schemes with it.

[galaxyfiberarts]

Does anyone have experience with Knit Picks Wool of the Andes, specifically their worsted weight cones? I want to make a sweater with it, but some of the reviews say that it’s signing thinner than worsted weight. There’s only a few reviews, so I wanted to see if I could get other opinions.

[softandfuzzy4u]

Should I buy more soft sweater?

A Cozy Elegance: The Story of Emma Leigh

Emma Leigh was known around the office not just for her sharp mind and eloquent presentations, but also for her unmistakable sense of style. While others gravitated toward traditional business suits or minimalist dresses, Emma embraced a softer, cozier aesthetic that made her a standout. Her signature look? Soft angora mohair turtlenecks, sweater dresses, oversized cardigans, leg warmers, and thigh-high boots.

Emma’s love affair with angora mohair began in her early twenties. On a chilly autumn day, she stumbled upon a boutique tucked away in the corner of an old cobblestone street. Among the racks of clothes, her fingers grazed a dreamy, cloud-like sweater that seemed to radiate warmth. She slipped it on and instantly felt like she was wrapped in a soft, ethereal embrace. From that moment, her wardrobe transformed, and the cozy elegance of mohair became her trademark.

At work, Emma’s outfits became a topic of admiration and fascination. One day, she walked into the office wearing a dusty rose mohair turtleneck dress, cinched at the waist with a sleek leather belt. Her charcoal-gray thigh-high boots and cream-colored leg warmers peeked out just enough to tie the look together. She carried herself with confidence, gliding through the cubicles, radiating warmth in both personality and style.

Her colleagues loved how she could make cozy look so professional. “You make winter feel chic,” her coworker Maya said one day, admiring Emma’s mint green oversized cardigan draped over a fitted black sweater dress.

But Emma’s love for her wardrobe wasn’t just about aesthetics—it was a form of self-expression. She often described her style as a way to feel like herself in every setting. The softness of her clothes mirrored her approach to life: warm, approachable, and unafraid to be unique.

Her outfits also had a practical edge. On days when meetings stretched late into the evening, her trusty angora sweaters and cardigans kept her comfortable. And the thigh-high boots? They weren’t just fashionable—they were her armor against the biting cold as she navigated city streets.

One particularly memorable day, Emma was tasked with giving a presentation to a panel of executives. She wore a striking cobalt blue sweater dress with a high mohair turtleneck, paired with black suede thigh-high boots and matching leg warmers. The outfit wasn’t just comfortable—it was empowering. As she spoke with conviction about her innovative ideas, the room was captivated. Later, one of the executives complimented her not only on her presentation but also on her style, saying, “You have a way of making everyone feel at ease, both with your ideas and your presence.”

Outside of work, Emma’s style inspired others. She started a small blog where she shared tips on blending comfort with professional fashion. Her posts, featuring carefully curated outfits and stories of where she found her favorite pieces, gained a loyal following.

Years later, Emma’s love for cozy elegance became a hallmark of her personal brand. She launched her own line of soft, luxurious knitwear, blending her appreciation for comfort with her passion for helping others feel confident in their unique style. Her first collection featured angora mohair turtlenecks, sweater dresses, and oversized cardigans in a palette of soothing hues.

Emma Leigh proved that style isn’t about following the rules—it’s about rewriting them to suit who you are. Her cozy-yet-chic wardrobe became a celebration of individuality, a reminder that elegance could be warm, soft, and uniquely yours.

[chanceofraine]

Still need to block this beauty, but got it off the needles and needed to share the texture

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Pattern is Tamarack Classic