When it comes to knitting inspiration I'm usually inspired by bright colors and fun patterns, but I couldn't resist sharing these beautiful black and white photos and illustrations. All of these women just look so classy with their needles and yarn. I like to pretend that I am a classy "dame" too when I knit and listen to my Frank Sinatra records. ;-) If these pictures don't prove how elegant this craft is, I don't know what does.
Also, you should take a look at the Life magazine image archives on google. I typed in "knitting" and stumbled upon a wealth of gorgeous, vintage photographs. In 1941, the cover story was about teaching people how to knit and included step-by-step pictures with instructions. How cool is that? I hope you enjoy browsing through these historical memories.
P.S. - Did you see this post of more old hollywood actors and actresses getting their knit on?
these pictures are so gorgeous! love them!
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I love knitting, it makes the stress go away...
ReplyDeleteIt's a hobby that will never go out of style! Really gorgeous images you found Meredith. Makes me want to join in on the fun :)
ReplyDeletePerfect timing for this post! Just a few minutes ago I put the finishing touches on a sweater, and at that exact moment I got a call to come in and sign an offer letter for a job. I think the knitting gods just wanted me to finish the sweater before moving on and getting very busy with a new job.
ReplyDeleteKnitting is one of my favorite things. I'm actually off to knit now! xo, rv
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These are some great pictures love them ♥
ReplyDeleteI'm thinking more and more about putting 'learn how to knit' om my 2012 to-do-list.
But right now I'm off getting lost in that amazing database of Life magazine pics. Thanks for sharing.
I love seeing old black and white pictures of children knitting! Too adorable. It's a shame we don't see more of that today...
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Ah these are awesome photos :)
ReplyDeleteCute post! I don't know how to knit, but I love checking out what inspires you! The images of the gal knitting in her wedding dress is so cute and funny!
ReplyDeleteThere are several copies of the magazine on eBay! I'm tempted to get one. :) Great post!
ReplyDeleteThese are soooo great! I just love looking at old photos. The second to last is my favorite!
ReplyDeletehow wonderful!! knitting is the best, so relaxing.. and you can take your things with you everywhere you go, yay! my favorite hobby, next to reading (I'm such a grandma)
ReplyDeletei love this.
ReplyDeletethe second to last picture is my favorite. <3
i REALLLLLY need to learn to knit.
You're just the best. What a cool post.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful post!
ReplyDeleteThese photos are so super fun and cute! Great blog post Meredith! I LOVE the photo of the girl knitting at the gas station pumps - so coooooooool! What an elegant and fantastic craft we participate in! Katie. xxx
ReplyDeleteThese pictures are beautiful, my fav is the bride! I love to crochet and have been trying to learn to knit ( without success ) for years!! Perhaps I'll try just one more time...
ReplyDeleteAlso I just wanted to say I love your blog, you are inspirational to me. :D