Clothing - Jumper, 1970

Historical information

Hand knitted by Valda Arrowsmith for herself in the 1970s and worn for many years. Knitted to the original pattern (see Supplementary file) with a wide turn back cuff and altered by Betty Tickell to a turn under narrow cuff in 1980s.

Physical description

Pale green (eau de nil) mohair jumper knitted in lattice pattern. It has long sleeves and a round neck. Wool is brushed Carissa.

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