Baby Matinee Coat / Cardigan – Restored Vintage Knitting Pattern (1970s) Horseshoe Lace 16''-18'' DK & 4-Ply Intermediate A4 & US Letter PDF Instant Download– 121

A very pretty vintage knitting pattern from the 1970s for a flared matinee coat. The lower half features a full, expansive all-over horseshoe lace stitch skirt. The lace transitions seamlessly into a clean garter stitch yoke that holds the shape firmly over a baby's shoulders, creating a perfect balance of delicacy and structure. A sweet, timeless piece for either a boy or a girl.

Sizes: 16'' – 18'' (41 – 46 cm), approx. Birth and 6 months

Yarn: DK or 4-ply — instructions given for both
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Skill level: Intermediate

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• A4 + US Letter Formats Included
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