Vintage knits : 25 classic patterns for modern knitters from the National Library of Australia
2022
Books
People of the past knew the magic of a handmade garment the uniqueness, the custom fit, the time and care taken by the knitter. In today's world of mass-production, we now crave the individuality and satisfaction that comes with creating a piece of clothing for ourselves or a loved one from scratch. Knitters in the early decades of the twentieth century had their pick of patterns which were published regularly in a variety of books, newspapers and magazines. Vintage Knits presents a curated selection of these patterns from Australian publications of the 1930s, 40s, and 50s, tested and updated to make them practical for today's knitter. The book features vintage material from the original publications with contemporary full-colour photographs of the garments as they have been recreated today. Interwoven throughout the book are sections reflecting on the social and cultural history of knitting in Australia.
Main title:
Author:
National Library of Australia, issuing body
Imprint:
Canberra, ACT : NLA Publishing, [2022]©2022
Collation:
155 pages : illustrations (chiefly colour) ; 28 cm.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references (pages 152-153)
ISBN:
9780642279668 (hbk)9780642279668
Dewey class:
746.430432746.43
Language:
English
BRN:
511732
More Information:
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton Library | Adult Non Fiction - Art and Craft | 746.43 VIN | Onloan - Due: 08 Oct 2024 |
| Sandringham Library | Adult Non Fiction - Art and Craft | 746.43 VIN | Available |