Recreate one of the most distinctive winter accessory sets of the 1940s with this charming vintage knitting pattern for a brushed wool hat and matching muff. Using a traditional brushing technique, simple garter stitch is transformed into a wonderfully soft, faux-fur fabric, creating an elegant set that's every bit as eye-catching today as it was over eighty years ago.

Pattern Details:

• Matching hat and muff set
• Fits a 22 inch (56 cm) head
• Muff measures approximately 27 inches (69 cm) in circumference
• Originally knitted in 4-ply fingering wool
• Designed in contrasting fawn and brown shades
• Suitable for creating your own vintage-inspired colour combinations
• Features a unique brushed finish for a luxurious faux-fur effect

During the 1940s, knitters often used ingenious techniques to recreate the appearance of expensive fabrics using ordinary wool. This beautiful design is a perfect example, combining striped garter stitch with a traditional brushing method to produce a rich, velvety texture.

Once knitted, the finished fabric is gently brushed with a traditional teasel brush or a modern suede or napping brush, to raise the fibres into a soft, dense pile. It's a fascinating vintage technique that gives this set its wonderfully luxurious appearance.

Please note: This listing is for a copy of the vintage knitting pattern, not the original or a finished garment.