Some knitted shrugs are designed to be worn as a functional layering piece, while others are more decorative and can be used to add a pop of color or texture to an outfit. Similarly, if you are using a stitch pattern that creates a lot of fabric, you will need more yarn than if you are using a simpler stitch pattern. Bairnswear 27-Rita: Great design knitted in a vintage 3ply, so try a modern 4ply in the tension square and see how it works out, This one is edged with angora crocheted edging - but a picot edging can be used if you do not crochet. Magyar sleeves, so very easy to knit. This one is to fit 34 inch bust. This pattern originally came from a 1932 edition of Aunt Kate's Knitting Book. Aunt Kate was a homely character who appeared in the newspapers of John Leng & Co in Dundee, notably the People’s Journal (1859-1986) which had a wide Scottish readership. Aunt Kate appeared around the later 1880s as a regular feature before having her own Aunt Kate series which ran in two series from late 1890-1910s and then 1933 onwards. Her books covered all sorts of homely pursuits from baking, cooking, knitting and sewing through to fortune-telling and dream interpretation.

This is based on using a medium-weight yarn, such as worsted weight yarn or DK-weight yarn, and a relatively simple stitch pattern. The amount of yarn you will need for a knitted shrug will depend on several factors, including the size of the shrug, the yarn weight, and the stitch pattern. row: * K3, slip the first of the 3 sts. over the 2 other sts., yarn over, repeat from * across row, end K3. If you are using a bulkier yarn or a more complex stitch pattern, you may need more yarn to complete your project.

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A knitted shrug can be made in a variety of different styles, from simple and understated to more elaborate and decorative designs.

The amount of yarn you will need for a knitted wrap will depend on several factors, including the size of the wrap, the yarn weight, and the stitch pattern. A knitted shrug is a type of garment that is worn over the shoulders, often as a layering piece or as a way to add warmth to an outfit. Conversely, if you are using a lighter-weight yarn or a simpler stitch pattern, you may be able to complete your shrug with less yarn. Bestway 66-6: This is another one for the younger girls from 1939, this time a teenager, to fit 32" chest. knitted in vintage 3ply or modern 4ply, nice easy pattern, useful to keep the chill away at bedtime. Save on fuel!

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Bestway 66-33: Beautiful vintage knitting pattern from 1939 for a bed bolero with knitted edging. To fit 34" bust knitted in vintage 3ply, try modern 4ply. Would make a nice evening bolero also. The lacy edge, collar and cuffs are knitted.

Bairnswear 27-Helen: Great vintage knitting pattern for a bed shrug, so easy to knit in 4ply. Knitted from one cuff to the other with minimal sewing up. This pattern is included in the one above. To fit most sizes, just knit a bit more or less in the main part to get a casual fit. However, the exact amount of yarn you will need will depend on the specific pattern you are using, as well as your gauge and knitting style. As a general rule of thumb, you will need between 500 and 1000 yards of yarn for a typical knitted shrug. row: K1, * yarn over, K3, slip the first of the 3 sts. over the 2 other sts., repeat from * across row, end K2.Copleys 1659: Great vintage ladies bed cape knitting pattern from late 1940s. This one is for a cape that is knitted in the loopy stitch with a collar and ribbon tie and slits to put arms through. To fit 34-38 inch bust and knitted in a yarn that will be similar to modern 4ply. Always work a tension square. As a general rule of thumb, you will need at least 400-500 yards of yarn for a small to medium-sized rectangular wrap, and up to 1000 yards or more for a larger wrap.