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Comment on Ep 157 – The RAF Comforts Committee by Philip Templeton

Philip Templeton — Mon, 17 Jan 2022 22:13:34 +0000

Hello,

I replied to Elizabeth Petley’s comment above but it seems to have been placed as a general comment on the main article.
Regarding that article, as a non-knitter, (but in my defence former RAF serviceman,) I found the article extremely informative and well produced. I found the final comment, regarding how the comforts were handed out to the children of the countries which had been ravaged and vanquished, to illustrate the enduring ideal of what the comfort knitters saw as what was important. Not only does a hand knitted sweater keep one warm – it can remind you that someone cares about you.
Anyway, what I was asking Elizabeth was if she, or indeed anyone, knows of a, seemingly mythical, pattern for a comfort sweater without shoulder seams. I believe it is knitted as a one piece ‘tabbard’ with holes onto which the arms and roll-neck are sewn later.
If anyone knows of this pattern please get in touch.
p_templeton@hotmail.co.uk
Many thanks,
Philip

Comment on Ep 157 – The RAF Comforts Committee by Philip Templeton

Philip Templeton — Mon, 17 Jan 2022 22:02:42 +0000

In reply to Elizabeth Petley.

Hello Elizabeth,

Would you still have the RAF comforts knitting pattern? I have been trying to find the comforts roll-neck sweater without the seams along the shoulders. Can you remember if that is the one you had? If you would please reply to me at, p_templeton@hotmail.co.uk
Many thanks,
Philip

Comment on Ep 132 – Stolen Stitches with Carol Feller by Creating an Online Home – Carol Feller

Creating an Online Home – Carol Feller — Wed, 15 Dec 2021 22:23:10 +0000

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Comment on Ep 175 – Liz’s Lucky Scarf by ReginaMary

ReginaMary — Tue, 20 Apr 2021 16:47:59 +0000

With a title like that, Jo, what’s not to love???

Comment on Ep 172 – Great Yarns For Baby and Kids Knits by ReginaMary

ReginaMary — Mon, 22 Feb 2021 21:57:46 +0000

Another terrific episode, Jo!

Comment on Ep 166 – A Scotch Egg is Not a Substantial Knit by Jo Milmine

Jo Milmine — Wed, 13 Jan 2021 13:01:49 +0000

In reply to ReginaMary. I may well create one just for this purpose, if we're ever allowed back in the pub of course...

Comment on Ep 157 – The RAF Comforts Committee by Jo Milmine

Jo Milmine — Wed, 13 Jan 2021 13:01:20 +0000

In reply to Elizabeth Petley. Oh how interesting! What a lucky gift!

Comment on Ep 157 – The RAF Comforts Committee by Elizabeth Petley

Elizabeth Petley — Sun, 10 Jan 2021 11:59:43 +0000

I’ve recently been given a folder of knitting patterns from a recently deceased 97 year old family friend and the RAF pattern booklet is in there! Complete with a form to fill in to obtain your additional wool coupon. What struck me was the sizing, men’s 38 or 40 in, women’s one size only 34 in!

Comment on Ep 166 – A Scotch Egg is Not a Substantial Knit by ReginaMary

ReginaMary — Mon, 07 Dec 2020 16:16:57 +0000

The thought of brandishing a knitted egg whilst drinking at a pub is brilliant!!

Comment on Ep 163 – Delicious Little Joys by Jo Milmine

Jo Milmine — Wed, 18 Nov 2020 12:28:04 +0000

In reply to Caity Brown. Oh this sounds like a fantastic read - will check it out. Thanks, Caity!