1940s Wartime Bouclé Bolero Knitting Pattern – Vintage Women’s Jacket Design

This two-colour bolero design dates from 1942 and has a really interesting construction, it’s
worked sideways, which gives the finished piece a lovely shape and flow.

The original pattern was written for Cairn Rimple Wool, now discontinued. From the
description, it appears to have been a bouclé-style yarn, approximately DK weight,
which makes it easy to substitute with modern equivalents.

The bolero is knitted on No. 9 needles, with a stated tension of 6 stitches per inch.
As with any garment from this era, it’s important to knit a tension square before
starting, as fit depends heavily on gauge.

The finished size is designed to fit a 31–33 inch bust, making it a neater, close-fitting
style, typical of early 1940s knitwear and ideal for layering over dresses or high-waisted
outfits.

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!