Description
This is a quality reproduction of a 1940s knitting pattern for a button-up blouse, designed in a check
Fair Isle style. The finished garment features classic shirt-blouse lines and is worked in two
contrasting colours.
Originally knitted in yellow and navy blue using Sirdar Super Shetland 3-ply wool, the pattern also
works well with 4-ply yarn—just be sure to check your tension before starting.
Sizing:
To fit a 36-inch (91.44 cm) bust
Finished length from shoulder: 17 inches (43.18 cm)
Sleeve seam: approximately 18 inches (45.72 cm)
Materials Needed:
6 oz (171 g) of dark shade yarn
4 oz (114 g) of light shade yarn
1 pair each of No. 12 and No. 8 needles (old UK sizes)
A needle size conversion chart is included for reference to metric and US sizes.
Tension (after pressing):
7 stitches = 1 inch width
30 rows = 3.5 inches depth
Choose How You Receive Your Pattern!
You can either: Order the printed version and have it mailed right to your door, perfect for adding
to your knitting collection. or opt for the PDF download if you’d like to get started right away! The
choice is yours—happy knitting!
