Knitwear Collection

Sporty Lacrosse Girl - The Sporting Girl - " The Fellows like the girl of sport, shes such a jolly, chummy sort." Date: circa 1910s

Munrospun advertisement featuring librarians, 1964
An advertisement for Munrospun knitwear of Edinburgh featuring two glamorous librarians, wearing skirts and sweaters in softest Lambswool. Date: 1964

Model Celia Hammond - white sweater and dark floral-print skirt Date: circa 1963

Client: Monsanto Textiles - Young Girl's Knitwear dress with belt - Shoot date: July 24, 1969 Date: 1969

Client: Monsanto Textiles - Knitwear Shoot - Men's white cardigan - Shoot date: July 24, 1969 (2/2) Date: 1969

Client: Monsanto Textiles - Knitwear Shoot - Men's white cardigan - Shoot date: July 24, 1969 (1/2) Date: 1969

Monsanto Textiles - Girl in smart two-piece trouser suit
Client: Monsanto Textiles - Girl in smart two-piece trouser suit, holding a ball - shoot date: July 24, 1969 Date: 1969

Client: Monsanto Textiles - Young Girl in knitted jumper
Client: Monsanto Textiles - Young Girl in knitted pullover and pleated skirt holding her black dolly - Shoot date: July 24, 1969 Date: 1969

Client: Monsanto Textiles - Young Girl's dress with bag and white knee-high socks - Shoot date: July 24, 1969 Date: 1969

Client: Monsanto Textiles - Girl's Knitwear dress - Shoot date: July 24, 1969 Date: 1969

Client: Monsanto Textiles - Girl's Knitwear dress - Shoot date: July 24, 1969 Date: 1969

Client: Monsanto Textiles - Knitwear - woollen mini dress with front buttons - shoot date: July 24, 1969 Date: 1969

Client: Monsanto Textiles - Knitwear - pale cardigan - shoot date: July 24, 1969 Date: 1969

Client: Monsanto Textiles - knitwear for PR - long striped cardigan - location: 17 Rochester Square, London NW1 - Model: Jenny Yorke - shoot date: April 1, 1970 Date: 1970

Client: Monsanto Textiles - knitwear for PR - long knitted dress, cardigan and scarf - location: 17 Rochester Square, London NW1 - Model: Jenny Yorke - shoot date: April 1, 1970 Date: 1970

Client: Monsanto Textiles - knitwear for PR - long striped cardigan - location: 17 Rochester Square, London NW1 - Model: Jenny Yorke - shoot date: April 1, 1970 Date: 1970

Warly 1970s model in poncho and flares
Model with big hair (wig?) wearing a poncho, flared trousers a knitted polo neck sweater and loafers. Date: circa 1970

Model in white knitted short sleeved t-shirt and mini skirt. Date: circa 1964

Client: Kamella - Knitwear in Orlon (Du Pont). The little girl is wearing a long-sleeve pinafore/jersey dress in Orlon. The little boy's two-piece suit is also in Orlon. Date: circa 1966

Client: Kamella - Knitwear in Orlon acrylic fibre (Du Pont). Date: circa 1966

Client: Dorville - Model: Maxime De la Falaise - Shoot date: November 11, 1952 Date: 1952

Two models in pastel tone knitwear (pale blue and pink), posing in a smart white interior with a black and white chequerboard linoleum floor

Client: John Craig - Knitwear shoot - September 7, 1966 (1/2) Date: 1966

Client: John Craig - Knitwear shoot - September 7, 1966 (2/2) Date: 1966

Dalecarlian Girl Knitting. Kål-Margit, 1901. Creator: Anders Leonard Zorn
Dalecarlian Girl Knitting. Kal-Margit, 1901

Red Cross: Junior Auxiliary of Polk Co. High School, Benton, Tennessee, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Red Cross: Junior Auxiliary of Polk Co. High School, Benton, Tennessee, between 1910 and 1920

Mrs. Evans Seawell & Mrs. Henry Rogers, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Mrs. Evans Seawell & Mrs
Mrs. Evans Seawell & Mrs. Henry Rogers, between 1910 and 1920. Women using knitting machines to knit socks

Mrs. E. Seawell & Mrs. H. Rogers, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Mrs. E. Seawell & Mrs. H
Mrs. Evans Seawell & Mrs. Henry Rogers, between 1910 and 1920. Women using knitting machines to knit socks

Miss Josephine Patton; Mrs. C.C. Marsh; Mrs. George D. Widener, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Miss Josephine Patton; Mrs. C.C. Marsh; Mrs. George D. Widener, between 1910 and 1920. Women using knitting machines to knit socks

Mrs. Thomas Marshall, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Mrs. Thomas Marshall, between 1910 and 1920
Mrs. Thomas Marshall, between 1910 and 1920. Woman knitting, with display of aprons and knitted items for sale, possibly a fundraising event. Sign written on US Senate notepaper

Red Cross, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Red Cross, between 1910 and 1920. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Red Cross, between 1910 and 1920

Saint Elizabeth's Hospital, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Saint Elizabeth's Hospital, 1917
Saint Elizabeth's Hospital, 1917

Saint Elizabeth's Hospital, 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Saint Elizabeth's Hospital, 1917
Saint Elizabeth's Hospital, 1917

Saint Elizabeth's Hospital - Dr. William A. White, Supt. 1917. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Saint Elizabeth's Hospital - Dr. William A. White, Supt. 1917

The Blind, Interiors of Library - Institute of The Blind, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
The Blind, Interiors of Library - Institute of The Blind, 1912. Knitted/crocheted items for sale

Knit Hose, 1935/1942. Creator: E. J. Gilsleider
Knit Hose, 1935/1942

Bob Groom, Frank Laporte, Washington Al, at University of Virginia, Charlottesville... c1912-1913
Bob Groom, Frank Laporte, Washington American League, at University of Virginia, Charlottesville (Baseball), ca. 1912-1913

Dr. W.B. Hudson Skating, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Dr. W.B. Hudson Skating, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing
Dr. W.B. Hudson Skating, 1912. [Man in bowler hat and knitted jumper with initial letter W']

Dr. C.E. Meyers of Treasury Department - Skating, 1912. Creator: Harris & Ewing. Dr. C.E
Dr. C.E. Meyers of Treasury Department - Skating, 1912. [Man in knitted jumper with initial letter W']

Canadaian television and film actress Barbara Parkins leaving Londons Heathrow airport today for Los Angeles. November 1969 Z10791

Retro Nordic Jersey Pattern Retro Vintage Scandinavian Woolen Jumper Pattern

Portrait of Gabrielle Coco Chanel, 1929 (b / w photo)
ALI351599 Portrait of Gabrielle Coco Chanel, 1929 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Evacuation to Wales. May 1940. Many thousands of people, along with vital institutions and priceless historical objects, were evacuated to Wales for safety in the Second World War

Kim Woodburn, model and TV personality, who family name is Miss Patricia McKenzie. Kim is known for presenting How Clean Is Your House ? and is on Celebrity Big Brother. Picture taken 14th June 1982

Twiggy - (born Leslie Hornby, and married name Leslie Lawson). Pictured in this October 1966 shoot for The Mirror and Herald, by Ron Burton

Twiggy - (born Leslie Hornby, and married name Leslie Lawson). Pictured in this October 1966 shoot for The Mirror and Herald, by Ron Burton

The Beatles - Rough Scan Only. Interview with Paul McCartney of The Beatles - on day after premiere of television film Magical Mystery Tour - meeting was held at his St Johns Wood home in London 27th

Galway Woolen Market, Aran Islands Knitwear, Galway, County Galway, Ireland

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"Knitwear: A Timeless Fashion Staple for Every Style and Occasion" From the sporty lacrosse girl to the elegant librarians in the Munrospun advertisement of 1964, it has always been a versatile choice. Whether it's an advert for Braemar Knitwear or a striped jumper knitted "on the cross" in 1954, these garments have stood the test of time. In 1954, a drop shoulder cardigan in honeycomb stitch captured hearts with its cozy charm. Instructions on how to create this garment at home made it accessible to all fashion enthusiasts. Similarly, ideas and instructions for home knitting projects like reversible cardigans and jumpers were shared in 1943, empowering women to showcase their creativity. Elsa Schiaparelli Pour le Sport advertisement showcased how knitwear could be both fashionable and functional. The Galway Woolen Market on Aran Islands offered authentic Irish knitwear that exuded warmth and tradition. Looking back further into history, Sarah Thrifty's mixed media tray from 1820-40 displayed various articles sold including knitwear items with ribbon handles. Winter sports outfits by Elsa Schiaparelli brought style to chilly outdoor activities even in the 1940s. Lastly, who can forget the joyous image of a skipping rope-wielding girl from that era? Knitwear has always been there to keep us warm while we embrace life's playful moments. No matter your style or preference, knitwear remains an enduring symbol of comfort and fashion throughout generations. So grab your favorite piece today and wrap yourself in timeless elegance.