Looking through these early 20th Century newspapers is such fun. I especially love reading the directions written by Adelaide Byrd. These two patterns are definitely going in the queue for a future grandchild.
It occurred to me that the cap probably needs to be printed in its original size. This is tricky because there are many magnification levels when I am taking screen shots of these scans, and it’s not clear what percentage they are of the original newspaper. I have tried to calculate this by measuring the size of today’s papers and comparing it to the scans. If my calculations are correct, the back circle piece of the baby bonnet should be 4″ across, so that was my guide. Of course, little babies have different sized heads, so this is just a suggestion. Update: Laura mentions in her comment below that her newspaper has been downsized a couple of times, so the 4″ suggestion may be a little small.
I can’t wait for you to have a grandchild to see all the fabulous things you will make!
My daughter is only 20, but already has requests in for a someday grandchild. The funniest thing she has asked for is a crocheted/knit coonskin cap for a newborn. One of her professors posted a picture of his new grand baby wearing one and she loved it. It will be fun!
I don’t know about yours, but our newspaper has been downsized a couple of times at least in the last decade or so.
I love this vintage patterns. It’s great that you are passing them on and keeping them alive. I love making things for my grandsons. I have so much more time now then I did when his mommy was little.
i love old baby vintage to make . well wish me luck it will be my first then pass it to some