VTG 1940s Cowichan Handknit Wool Sweater and similar items

Charming 1940s handknit Cowichan-style sweater, likely made in Canada, featuring a whimsical Peter Rabbit fairy tale intarsia design. The front depicts the beloved bunny, while the back shows Farmer Brown, straight out of the classic Beatrix Potter story. A true one-of-a-kind (OOAK) piece, knit in 100% wool. Possibly made as a large girl?s sweater, but it fits perfectly on a modern women?s size Small (shown on size 6 mannequin). Condition Good vintage condition. Clean and wearable with stretch. A few tiny holes and some wear to the neckband (a small chew at the back), but still delightful and sturdy overall. Provenance Note The Cowichan knitting tradition originated with Coast Salish knitters in British Columbia, later influencing many regional Canadian knitting styles. Sweaters like this, blending folk art with storybook intarsia, were often created as one-off projects, making them rare survivors today. The Peter Rabbit motif makes this sweater particularly collectible, bridging fashion, craft, and literary nostalgia. Style Aesthetics ? Storybook cottagecore ? WWII-era folk knit collectible ? Sustainable handmade wool Styling Tips Wear with a vintage skirt or wide trousers for authentic 1940s daywear. Style with overalls or denim for modern cottagecore whimsy. Perfect for costume, reenactment, or fairy-tale themed events. Measurements (laid flat, with stretch) Chest: 18" (stretches to 22") Waistband: 16" (stretches to 22") Shoulders: 14" Sleeve (shoulder seam): 18" Length: 19" Approx. Modern Size Best fits a US women?s Small (4?6), with stretch. Fit Guide Short, boxy wartime knit; cropped at the waistline with stretch to accommodate fit. Fabric / Materials 100% wool. Handknit intarsia design. Sustainability Note Sustainably vintage ? WWII-era handknit wool, not fast fashion. Costuming CTA Costuming a film, theater, or creative project? Contact Miss Kitty ? we have extensive vintage inventory not yet listed and can offer excellent bulk/volume discounts for productions. Thanks for Shopping at The Cats Pajamas! PLEASE ASK Miss Kitty any QUESTIONS BEFORE PURCHASING! Seriously, fire away! We love to chat and want to make sure you're doing a happy dance when your goodies arrive! RETURN POLICY: Our treasures are sold as final sale (no take-backsies!), but your satisfaction is our jam! We get it ? photos can only tell half the story, so don't be shy about those questions! CONDITION: All our finds are sold as-is, straight from a clean, smoke-free zone. Unless we've called out a specific "quirk," these beauties are flawless and ready to shine! SHIPPING: We're on it! Standard 2-day handling, or if you're in a hurry, zip, zap, zoom with 1-day express via UPS or FedEx! INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: Hey globetrotters! Just a friendly heads-up: you're on the hook for any import taxes or customs fees. We play by the rules and give customs the full scoop, so no surprises there!