Set of 2 1940s Knitwear Pattern Books | Peter Pan Father & Son Knitwear | Jack Frost Children's Knitwear | Bixley Shop

A gorgeous set of two knitwear pattern books from the 1940s featuring 25+ patterns for children's and dads, each with a decided "Leave It To Beaver" vibe. This set includes:

PETER PAN FATHER & SON BOOK, VOL. II
Sixteen knitwear patterns for mens and children's sweaters and sweater vests. See our photos for examples of the 16 available patterns. You can smell the Wonder Bread from here!

• Published by Peter Pan Publishing Company
• 16 patterns with black and white photographs of each project
• Original Price: 20 cents!
• Measures 10 1/2" x 7 1/2"
• In good condition, however...
• The cover has been torn a bit on the bottom which resulted in the first pattern missing some of the instructions
• The book was folded in half lengthwise for easy of use by the original knitter


JACK FROST SWEATERS & MITTENS FOR BOYS & GIRLS, VOL. 46
Dozens of knitwear patterns for children's sweaters and mittens.

• Published by Gottlieb Bros., New York
• Dozens of full patterns with black and white photographs of each project
• Original Price: 25 cents!
• Measures 10 5/8" x 8 1/4"
• In very good condition
• Covers show a tiny bit of wear
• Pages are in excellent shape!

See our photos for examples of the available patterns. Makes a great gift for anyone who loves knitting, classic knitwear, the history of fashion, or Leave It To Beaver! You can smell the Wonder Bread from here!At Bixley, forgotten treasures are looking for a home to call their own. We love the "as is" quality of vintage pieces and hope you do too. Please read our description carefully and take a good look at our photos. We'll do our best to point out any of the bumps and bruises of age.