1950s Sweater & Poodle Wool Bolero Knitting Pattern – Bust 34

This 1950s knitting pattern is for a contrasting sweater and bolero set, combining smooth 3-ply knitting with the heavily textured look of Poodle wool.

The sweater is knitted in 3-ply, while the matching Poodle wool bolero has a ribbed tie waist, giving the two pieces quite different textures when worn together.

The pattern calls for approximately 5 oz (142 g) of 3-ply yarn and 8 oz (227 g) of Poodle wool. Old UK No. 13 and No. 14 needles are used for the 3-ply, with old UK No. 5 needles for the Poodle wool.

The stated tension is 9 stitches to one inch in 3-ply on No. 13 needles and 4 stitches to one inch in Poodle wool.

As Poodle wool is a vintage yarn type, I recommend choosing any modern substitute by matching the stated tension and finished texture.

To fit bust: 34 inches.

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