Here it is! An absolutely amazing wartime knitting pattern for Weldons 790, the Egyptian jumper. This vintage 1940s short sleeve sweater has intarsia knit motifs that can optionally be worked in duplicate stitch. The left shoulder opens and is fastened with buttons and loops. Sized for a 36 - 38" chest, it's a really useable size for modern knitters. This is a head-turner of a sweater that's sure to delight fans of WWII era knits!
Chest size: to fit a 36 - 38 inch bust
Yarn weight: 3-ply, fingering
Gauge: 9 stitches and 10 rows to one square inch
Craft: knitting
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