Here are the last few fashions from the Capes and Stoles pamphlet from 1957. The first stole measures 28" by 79" and is knit in 'Nylon & Wool' on size 8 needles. This is a very long stole, and the instructions say to knit it in the lace pattern and then sew on the sequins and beads individually. I do believe that that would take you forever and a day. I think the stole is just as pretty without the bling, however.
The cute little jacket is knit in a bulky yarn at 3 sts/inch and trimmed with contrast buttons and wide grosgrain ribbon.
The following garment is called a 'cape bolero'. It is crocheted in fingering weight yarn and trimmed with wide velvet ribbon. I think it looks very nice with the fitted 50's sheath dress and the ubiquitous pearls.
The white Evening Cape Stole is neither knitted nor crocheted, but is cut out of something called 'rayonet scrim' which resembles a lighter version of rug canvas. The yarn is then attached to the base with a latchet hook forming a little, shaped, wearable rug. The entire garment is then lined, and the strands of yarn are combed with a fine tooth comb to give a furry appearance.
I have finished the sewing on the lavender cardigan and have knit the neckband. I am now working on the front bands. I may actually finish this before Easter!
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