This lovely Fair Isle cardigan is a classic design from the 1940s, created during the rationing 

years when clever, economical knitting was essential. The cardigan is long and stylish, 

featuring alternating stripes and small open diamond motifs.

Each set of 10 rows can be knitted in a different colour, making it ideal for using up leftover 

yarn or creating your own colourful Fair Isle look.

Materials:
7 oz (200 g) of 4-ply yarn for the sleeves, borders, and main sections
3 oz (86 g) of 4-ply yarn for the coloured stripes
A pair of No. 9 (3.75 mm) needles
A pair of No. 12 (2.75 mm) needles
10 buttons

Measurements: Length: 21.5 in - Bust: 34 in - Sleeve seam: 18 in

Tension:
6.5 stitches per inch

You are buying a quality laminated copy of the original pattern — not just a paper print, 

so it’s made to last for years (hopefully forever!).

📌 PLEASE NOTE:
This listing is for a copy of the original vintage knitting pattern, not the finished garment.

📦 Posted within 2 days of purchase
💬 If you have any questions about the pattern, feel free to send a message — we’re happy 

to help!