1940s Fair Isle Cardigan Knitting Pattern with Roll Collar

This charming 1948 cardigan is a classic example of elegant Fair Isle knitwear from the late 1940s.
Originally designed using Patons Fair Isle fingering yarn, it corresponds to a modern 4-ply fingering
weight, creating a lightweight and wearable finished garment.

The design is simple and enjoyable to knit, with alternating plain stripes and Fair Isle bands for
timeless visual interest. The double-ribbed borders and roll collar add a polished, period-correct
finish. Instructions are written for the striped sections, with a chart provided for the Fair Isle pattern.

Sized to fit a 32–34 inch bust, the cardigan measures 20 inches from the shoulder with an 18-inch
sleeve seam. You’ll need approximately 9 oz (256g) of 4-ply yarn, using old UK size 9 and 11 needles,
at a tension of 7½ stitches per inch.

A beautiful, authentic pattern for lovers of 1940s style and vintage Fair Isle knitting