Additional information
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This 1930s V-neck crochet jumper is worked in an attractive shell stitch pattern that gives the
fabric a light texture and a neat vintage look. The design combines crochet and knitting,
creating a garment that is both delicate and structured.
The body of the jumper is crocheted in the shell pattern, while the welts at the hem and sleeve
ends are knitted separately and sewn on after the main piece is completed. This method was
common in many original patterns of the period and gives the edges a tidy, well-defined finish.
The original materials used were 7 balls of Coats Mercer-Crochet No. 20 thread, worked with a
No. 4 (1.65 mm) steel crochet hook. The welts are knitted using a pair of No. 12 (2.75 mm)
knitting needles.
The pattern is written to fit a 34-inch bust.
The stated tension is 12 stitches and 15 rows to one inch for the knitted sections, and 5 shell
pattern spaces and 5 rows to one inch square for the crochet work.
