Vintage & Retro sewing & knitting patterns...

vintage and retro patterns for sewing, knitting and crochet. Patterns are all complete unless stated otherwise, and many have never been used. If you intend to make the garment please check size, as dress sizes have changed over the years, but I list the bust, hip measurements etc.

1972 Misses blouse pattern with leg'o'mutton sleeves 1972 Style leg o'mutton sleeve blouse- 3934
A retro 70s pattern for various blouses with short and long sleeves, with or without collar .The pattern is used but complete with instruction sheet. Size is bust 36 inches.
£4.50 UK postage FREE
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1960s Butterick maternity dress pattern1960s Butterick maternity pattern - 4722
A lovely pattern for a long A line maternity dresss with side inverted pleats. The pattern is complete with instruction sheet. An easy pattern with only 4 main pattern pieces This 36 inch bust, 38 inch hip.
£5 UK postage FREE
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1990s christening robe pattern 1990s babies christening robe & accessories- 2436
A fabulous pattern for long christening robes and shorter dresses, plus bonnet, pants and shawl.The pattern is complete and unused. Size is 3 months - 18months.
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1960s dress pattern for 3 dresses1960s dress pattern, 3 styles by Woman - W468
An unused pattern from the 60s for 3 styles of dress, one sleeveless, one with short sleeves and one with long. Size is UK 36 inch bust, 40 inch hip.
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1960s maudella dress pattern1960s Maudella dress pattern - 5333
A great retro pattern for an fitted sheath dress with keyhole neck detail and frilled 3/4 length sleeves. The pattern is complete with instruction sheet. Size is 36 inch bust, 38 inch hip.
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1966 Simplicity dress pattern1966 Simplicity dress pattern - 6535
A great retro pattern for an A line dress with scoop neck and sleeve variations. The pattern is complete with instruction sheet. Size is 36 inch bust, 38 inch hip.
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1973 Style halter neck maxi dress pattern1973 Style halter neck maxi dress pattern - 4039
A great retro pattern for a maxi dress with either a high neck or plunge, tie halter neck. The pattern is complete with instruction sheet. Size is 34 inch bust, 36 inch hip.
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1972 Style dress pattern1972 Style dress pattern - 3714
A great retro pattern for a dress with front inset and forward shoulder seams. The pattern is complete with instruction sheet. Size is 36 inch bust 38 inch hip.
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50s Stitchcraft pattern bookStitchcraft pattern book - Feb 1953
This has a multitude of patterns and ideas with 26 pages of fabulous makes. Including; cushion covers, knitting patterns for various cardigans and a childs dress, dolls layette set, rugs,and shoe tidy. I have shown some of the pages in the link below, but lots to read and do, including some great ads from the 50s.. In good condition, but with a couple of pictures snipped out, although this booklet does still contain the free embroidery transfer.
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70s bikini and maxi skirt pattern70s bikini and maxi skirt pattern - 3156
Printed in 1971, this pattern by Style is for a bikini, a tie top in 2 styles and a maxi skirt and skirt skirt with tie fastening. Size UK 12, bust 34 inches. Some of the pattern has been cut out but all pieces including instruction sheets are present.
£3.50 UK postage FREE
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vintage 40s peplum cardigan knitting pattern40s peplum cardigan knitting pattern - pdf2
A lovely 40s revival pattern which comes from an 80s magazine. Knitted in cable and blackberry stitch it is aimed at the experienced knitter.The pattern is sized to fit a 32,34,36 or 38 inch bust and originally designed to be made in pure wool double knit. Please note that this pattern is emailed to you as a PDF file, if you would prefer a copy posted please let me know.
£1.50 UK postage FREE
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retro Nordic sweater knitting patternRetro nordic sweater knitting pattern by Patons - B7061
This lovely sweater pattern dates from the 80s but is in very popular Nordic style.Printed by Patons Beehive and originally to be knitted in Shetland chunky. To fit bust/chest 32-44inches.The pattern is in excellent condition
£2.50 UK postage FREE
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retro dolls knitting pattern bookRetro book of knitting patterns for dolls - 2897
A great booklet, A4 size which features over 20 patterns for everything, including shawls,poncho,dresses,bags,sweaters etc.Designed for baby type and Sindy type dolls. The pattern has 16 pages in total and is in excellent condition.
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retro Simplicity wedding dress pattern 70s1972 Wedding dress pattern by Simplicity - 5313
This great wedding or bridesmaid dress pattern is a size 10 bust 32.5 inches. This pattern dates from 1972 and although cut out is complete with instruction sheet. ,outer packet is tatty.
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vintage 60's toddlers dress patternVintage pattern by 'Maudella' for childs dressing gown - 3167
This pattern is for traditional shawl collar dressing gown. Age 5 - 6 years. This pattern is unused, complete and excellent condition with instruction sheet, outer packet is tatty.
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vintage 60's girls coat patternVintage 1960s pattern by 'Maudella' for girls coats - 1343
This pattern is for a girls coat with raglan sleeves. Age 3 -4 years. This pattern is unused, complete and excellent condition with instruction sheet
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vintage 60's baby doll patternVintage 1960s pattern by 'Simplicity' for pyjamas and baby doll night set - 5548
A lovely pattern dated 1962 . The pattern is for pyjamas and babydoll set. Size bust 31 inches. The pattern is complete and good condition with instruction sheet , outer is tatty.
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vintage 70's dress patternVintage 1950s pattern by 'Style' for ladies dress - 509
A lovely pattern dated 1954 . The pattern is for a dress with large pockets and contrasting collar and cuffs. Size bust 34 inches. The pattern is complete and looks unused but the instructions are missing (it looks any easy pattern for the experienced dressmaker) , outer is tatty.
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vintage 70's dress patternVintage 1950s pattern by 'Butterick' for ladies swing skirt - 6889
A lovely pattern dated 1955 . The pattern is for a quick and easy skirt in four variations, one with wraparound back. Size bust 32 waist 23 inches. The pattern is complete with instructions and looks unused, although outer is tatty.
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1960s evening dress patternEvening dress pattern circa 1967 - 4770
A misses slim evening dress in 2 lengths, size 12 bust 34". The pattern has been cut out, but all pieces are present and in good condition. Instruction sheet also present. Outer packet slightly tatty.
£3.00 UK postage FREE
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N.B. Some vintage patterns such as Weldon and Maudella, have no printing such as seam allowances on the pattern. If you wish any further information on any pattern, please ask.


1970s ladies long dress and over-dress sewing pattern 70s Family Circle pattern for a long dress with over dress - 62
A very nice pattern for an over dress with butterfly sleeves and a slim fitted evening dress. The pattern is unused and all complete including instructions, outer packet is foxed and ripped Size is multi sized, size UK 12, 14, 16, 18.(34-40 inch bust)
£5 UK postage FREE
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1960s ladies dress, jacket and evening dress pattern 60s Dress, jacket and evening dress pattern - W470
A nice pattern for a dress, edge to edge jacket and drape neck evening dress. The pattern is all complete including instructions. Size is bust 36 inches, hips 40 inches
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60s Style suit sewing pattern 60s Style pattern for skirt suit- AS NEW, UNOPENED - 1640
A good suit pattern with straight skirt and double breasted jacket. The pattern is all complete including instructions, as it has never been removed from the sealed plastic cover. Size is bust 34 inches, hips 36 inches
£6 UK postage FREE
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1969 Style sewing pattern for mini dress 1969 Style pattern for zip front minidress- 4045
A great pattern for an A line dress with zip front and a stand collar. The pattern is all complete including instructions. Size is bust 36 inches, hips 38 inches
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Vintage 60s skirt and top sewing pattern Vintage 60s Simplicity skirt and top pattern - 4045
A great pattern for a straight skirt and kimono style top. The pattern is all complete including instructions. Size is bust 34 inches, hips 36 inches
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Vintage babies knitting pattern bookRetro babies knitting pattern booklet - SC73
Lovely pattern book called 'Beehive Baby Book' knitting for the first six months. The patterns are gorgeous and include christening shawls and dresses, rompers,vests, pram sets, hats, slippers and sleeping bags. 50 pages in total. The booklet is in very good condition
£3.50 UK postage FREE
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retro 1980s dress pattern by McCalls1982 western style flouncy dress pattern by McCalls - 8169
So 80s, this fab pattern is a UK size 12, bust 34 inches. Full of frills and leg 'o' mutton sleeves! Pattern has been used but is complete with instruction sheet. ,outer packet is good.
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retro style pinafore dress pattern 70s1976 Pinafore dress pattern by Style - 1666
This great pinafore dress pattern with large patch pockets is a size 14 bust 36 inches. This pattern dates from 1976 and although cut out is complete with instruction sheet. ,outer packet is good.
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Retro 80s ladies jacketRetro 80s jacket knitting pattern with the WOW factor! - 1388c
Classic 80s big and sexy jacket knitting pattern by Emu. Size 28 - 42 inches. In excellent condition
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vintage 80s dress patternRetro 1980s pattern by 'New Look' for a Ladies wrap front dress - 6960
A dress pattern dating from the 80s. The pattern is for a wrap front dress in two styles, one with large waterfall frill around the neckline. Size UK 6-16 . The pattern is complete with instructions and looks unused , outer is tatty.
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vintage 50s dress patternVintage 1950s pattern by 'Style' for a Ladies Coat - 571
A lovely pattern dating from the mid 50s. The pattern is for aa all purpose coat with large patch pockets and 3/4 sleeves. Size bust 34inches, waist 28 inches. The pattern is complete with instructions and looks unused , outer is tatty.
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vintage 50s dress patternVintage 1950s pattern by 'McCalls' for Junior Miss dress - 8796
A lovely pattern dating from the 50s. The pattern is for a cap sleeve dress with button front. Size bust 33 inches, waist 27 inches. The pattern is complete with instructions and looks unused , outer is tatty.
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1940s crochet mats patterns1940s patterns for various items incl., tea cosy ,tray cloth and mats- CM1
Set of 4 1940s patterns for various sizes and styles of mats and cloths. All in very good condition.
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1970s tea & egg cosy pattern1974 pattern for various items incl., tea cosy & egg cup cosy,. Ref 9014
Knitting pattern by Copley dated 1974, instructions for making bedsocks, scarf,tea and egg cosies, mans tie, childs hat and a loopy toy. Pattern is creased but intact.
£2.50 UK postage FREE
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1950s ladies sweater pattern1950s pattern for ladies sweater. Ref 407
Knitting pattern by Penguin, for a sweater in 4ply to fit a 34 to 38 inch bust. Pattern is in very good condition apart from one fold line.
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1940s ladies & men glove pattern1940s pattern for ladies & men gloves. Ref CM2
Knitting pattern by Emu, for ladies and mens gloves. An interesting cartoon is on the back cover by the cartoonist David Langdon. Pattern is in reasonable condition with small creases and tears.
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1960s ladies dress1960s dress pattern by Lee . Ref 6073
Knitting pattern by Lee and sons, dating from the 50s, for a boat neck ladies dress size 34-36 inch bust. Pattern is in good condition with one crease.
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1960s hat kitting pattern1960s Hat knitting pattern . Ref 1594
Knitting pattern by Robin for either a childs or womans looped hat pattern. Pattern is in good condition with some light scuffing .
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