Unlock the Secrets to Resize a Vintage Knitting Pattern
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- čas přidán 3. 08. 2024
- Can I knit this Sirdar pattern in my size? Go from a pattern written only for a size 34 inch to 51 inch size using knitting math. Some hints and tips to help you get started knitting a vintage knitting pattern. I walk you through my "secret" process to adjusting a vintage pattern to my size. Is it the same as yours?
Sirdar polo shirt pattern from the 1930s/ 1940s adapted to use cotton from Hayfield Raw Cotton Classics DK in my stash.
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Chapters:
0:00 - 00:27 Intro
00:28 -1:41 2 main reasons people don't use vintage patterns
1:42 - 2:44 Larger patterns alternatives
2:43 - 5:12 Chosen pattern challenges
5:13 - 5:52 Measurements
5:53 - 9:32 Yarn assessment
9:33 - 10:09 Tension swatch
10:10 - 12:29 Substitution of yarn
12:30 - 14:15 Pattern modification
14:16 - 21:51 Cast on and knit
21:52 - 22:16 First try on
22:17 - 22:43 Final reveal
22:44 - 24:39 Bonus FO 1
24:40 - 27:11 Bonsu FO 2 - Jak na to + styl
Oh my goodness my brain conked out way before the end. I'm sure I will never try this upsizing lark but well done you.
My grandma gave me a fair isle magazine from 1981. It has mostly tiny sizes. I was like well I need to figure this out. And boom, your video shows up in my feed. :D
I am really impressed how you altered that tightly fitting pattern into one that flatters a fuller figure.
Hello, just found your channel! Are you on Ravelry? I love vintage knitting and crocheting! Have you re-sized any other vintage patterns?
Fantastic to see you here. More of these podcasts please. Your finished jumper is gorgeous. I've been knitting for decades now and learned from my Nan's old patterns, I'm a wee thing as she'd say, so I rarely need to change the size. That said, I do lately and would love more advice on this as maths is not my forte. Loved this episode! Thanks.
Thank you so much, glad you like the jumper too. Will try and go into more detail next time on the maths.
Yes, being a crochet from age 9 I often mix crochet and knits together
So glad to find another fibre mixologist who blends both crafts.
OMG so cute! had to hit subscribe after this video :)
It looks absolutely adorable! Good job! it's very inspiring
Thank you so much. Wonderful to have such a supportive community. Hope it does inspire you to try a vintage pattern even if it is for something simple like a hat that doesn't need to be resized.
Great job! It looks so nice on you!
So kind of you to say. Thanks
Beautiful sweater. Love the colors and the fit
Thank you Martha
Well done on this piece! I'm currently procrastinating grading up a vintage pattern for myself. I find them so much harder to read than modern patterns as they assume so much and explain so little!
It looks like you've got some rowing out on your top. When you've switched from knitting in the round to flat the tension can change and it will impact your row gauge. It happens to me all the time. (I knit tighter than I purl. I've found going down half a needle size for my purl rows usually helps even out the gauge and make the transition look more seamless.) 😀
Great tip thanks for sharing with us all @frednamode.
Thankyou for taking the time to make this video, I collect loads of vintage patterns but with a 40" bust I never find a pattern to fit and I don't know how to grade them up. I would like to see more of the maths you used to get the stitch count please. The final top is wonderfull.
Your summery pullover turned out beautifully!
I knit almost exclusively from vintage patterns, so I appreciated seeing your approach.
I would love to hear how you approach vintage patterns so we can all share the best ideas. Thank you for commenting. I love hearing from viewers.
We use the S in maths because it is an abbreviation of the work mathematics which is plural.
I love mixing crochet and knitting, but there aren't many patterns for that. Enjoyed your discussion. You are much more skilled and adventurous than me😀. I give up on old patterns without my size-maybe someday? Enjoyed seeing how you did it and finished sweater looks great. The pleat was ingenious!
Thanks Jeanette for your comment. Great to hear you also like mixing knit and crochet too.
The pleat comes from sewing experience but now you know that trick please use if required.
But you unlocked the unsaid secret - not giving up.
right?! These old patterns are WAY more complicated than modern ones.
Wow, you are courageous and also genius! Your sweater is amazing! Good job, and thanks for sharing your adventure.
'Math and maths', until my knitting journey I never heard 'maths' as an American. I wonder where this difference came into play? ❤
I subscribed and hit the bell. Please more podcasts!
Thanks so much for the encouragement. I have been hoping to record for last fortnight but been suffering with covid again for the 6th time so new video has been delayed a bit. Hope to be up at weekend. Now I said it you can keep me accountable.
Your a lot braver than me with knitting patterns. I love vintage patterns but I’m not brave enough to try and resize them. Love the shawl at the end.
Thank you so much Paula, I love the shawl too. I hope you find a vintage pattern you feel brave enough to knit sometime.
I used to love it when my Aunt had bought one of those special waxed boxes of tri-colour ice cream - my mother would never have bought such a thing! Your top turned out really well - it looks great on you! I love knitting pieced patterns, they seem to go by so quickly with all the little sections. As soon as I have freed my needles from the rib I cast on the next piece rib section, and knit a few rows now and then so that when the first piece is finished I am ready to begin with the knitting on the second piece and go on like this - it works a bit like stripes in terms of motivation. I occasionally knit a modern top-down jersey and hate the unwieldiness of it. I have a well-fitting cardigan that I use as a template for knitting piece garments, I have found this more successful than trying to measure myself, and less depressing!! I have never heard of any knit/crochet patterns, although, before I learned to knit a few years ago I often mended commercially knit garment cuffs by picking up and crocheting a new cuff. Lots of interesting stitches on your shawl. Did you crochet the black-edge cusion/blanket behind you? It's so retro looking! Thanks, this was an enjoyable watch. ps. presumably, you have seen the Sirdar pattern archive? They made some spectacular patterns.
Thank you so much. So glad you have memoties of ice cream treats too at Auntie's house. Think Aunties could spoil you with unexpected delights. My aunties were great examples of knitters too so great memories all round.
Great idea to have ribbing finished ready for next piece.
Yes both sirdar and the knitting and crochet guild have great archives. The blanket is one of my makes too. Joy of scraps in a stained glass effect.
So glad you popped up I’m my thread I’ve got a few vintage Arans plus a couple of plain knits I’d like to have a go at and as a larger than life lady I’m definitely not a knitwear twiglet sorry fabulous knitwear models of the past you were fantastic but sooo tiny waisted and out of my league 😂
Thanks. Hope you have a go to make a fabulous knit that will fit you. It may take more stitches than the original design but I am sure you will love what you knit.
Beautiful.
I, personally, would knit with a solid color and replace the stripes by purling rows. I love to knit with Merino wool since I’m allergic to 100% wool. I had to wear gloves to knit a tam. My finger tips felt😢 raw knitting with Shetland wool so I’m taking break from the project. In order to wear it I’m going to need to line the ribbing!
Great idea switching stripe for purl row. Less ends to weave in. :)
Your allergy sounds painful but good on you continuing to knit with wool you were allergic too. Hope you can find a synthetic fleece to line your tam so you can wear it.
This is great! I don't seem to have any interest in modern knits. Although my vintage period of choice is the 80s, so the hurdles aren't quite as big, but they're still there, and I'll still need to size most of them up.
Thank you. I'm so glad you enjoyed the make. There are some great 80s knits to try to resize.
The thing that stops me the most from knitting up vintage patterns is I'm too impatient to knit a garment in 4 ply 😂 I just about have the patience to knit in DK
A lot of the vintage patterns are 32-34". I go by matching the gauge first with the yarn.
A lot of patterns were one size. Think they assumed, that like you, knitters could adapt from the guage. Really appreciate you taking the time to comment. Feel free to tag me on Instagram with any vintage knits. Would love to see them.
I love the T-shirt. Is it available some where?
I haven't written it up but you may be able to find the vintage one on reselling sites. Ravelry has some polo shirt patterns which may be adapted. Petite knit's Maud tee is similar except it is a raglan styling rather than set in sleeves.
My thing with vintage patterns is usually the terms used which is different from modern ones. Patterns older than the 80s is difficult for me to understand.
I agree the terms can be different such a p for plain ie. Stocking stitch and not p for purl, so it is like you have to be bilingual. Whoever thought you would need Google translate for a knitting pattern. But please feel free to knit what you enjoy as it is our hobby and there are so many lovely modern designs.
I find old patterns without info as to needles size and gauge. Only yarn name
Hope this helps you with your own detective work maybe.