Vintage Knit Crochet - Bits of History

Bits of Knitting and Crochet History collected and researched from vintage pattern books, newspapers and magazines. A fun look at old advertisements and tid-bits about the makers of threads, yarns, tools, pattern books and more.

Monday, April 9, 2018

Bernat Mohairlaine Yarn

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In the 1960's, Mohair yarns changed from being an available commodity to a 'must have' essential in the woman' wardrobe. ...

Wednesday, April 4, 2018

Kentucky Soft Spun Yarn, Variegated

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Kentucky brand yarns were produced by January & Wood Company in Maysville, KY. Originally well known for their Carpet Warp brands, afte...

Monday, April 2, 2018

Laura Wheeler Designs in Australia

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I spent a fair amount of (enjoyable) time researching 'bits of history' in Newspapers.com. I just never know what's going to p...

Sunday, March 25, 2018

Botany Saxatones Yarn, Art. 251

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For this post, let's go all the way back to 1944, nearing the end of World War II. Wool was still in scarce supply, however, some bran...

Thursday, March 22, 2018

Bernat Astrakhan Yarn

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And, just was does Astrakhan mean? Well, it's the dark curly fleece of young Karakul Lambs from central Asia. Like this one ... w...

Wednesday, March 21, 2018

Bernat Mohair Plus Yarn

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Bernat produced a number of fine mohair yarns for the textile artist to explore and create. Today, let's talk their Mohair Plus brand. ...

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Monday, March 19, 2018

Spinnerin Marvel Twist Knitting Worsted

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Spinnerin introduced their Marvel Twist Yarn to the United States market in 1943 in limited supply. This time period was nearing the end of...

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