Patons Collection

Patons knitting wools advertisement, WW1 comforts
Advertisement for Patons Alloa knitting wools during the First World War featuring a Red Cross nurse busy knitting and the words, Every Woman Can Help. Date: c.1915

Advert for Patons and Baldwin's tapestry wools, with a lady admiring her work Date: 1920s

Wartime P & B Knitting Wools Advert
A wartime advertisement promoting P & B knitting wools, the photograph portrays a young woman showing off her striped cardigan. You can knit it from odd ounces and save precious coupons

Kew at Sunset - Patons property (oil on canvas)
3089736 Kew at Sunset - Patons property (oil on canvas) by Lewis, James (1782-1858); 30.5x45 cm; Orleans House Gallery, Twickenham

Knitting pattern cover, Shirt Style Unisex Knitwear. 1960s

Woman in a chequered design cardigan
Woman in a green chequered design cardigan. 1960s

Young woman in a blue and white knitted top. 1960s

Patons Khaki knitting wools advertisement, WW1
Advertisement for Patons Khaki knitting wools during the First World War, specifically for knitting comforts for troops at the front

Alloa knitting wools by John Patons, 1899
Advertisement for Alloa knitting wools by John Paton and Son, dated 1899. Though the company merged with J.P Coates in the 1960s, the Patons trademark continues in use today. Date: 1899

Rolling Woollen thread - Patons & Baldwins
A male factory worker operates wool rolling machine at Patons & Baldwins Factory at Darlington. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Reels of woollen thread - Patons & Baldwins
A complex multi-level machine for rolling yarn onto circular spools, after the wool has been industrially spun at Patons & Baldwins factory in Darlington

Wool processing - Patons & Baldwins
Wool Processing at Patons & Baldwins Factory, Darlington. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Winding thread - Patons & Baldwins
Machines for Winding thread at Patons & Baldwins Factory in Darlington; one of the UKs leading manufacturers of knitting yarn. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Yarn rolling machine
A lady working at a complex multi-level machine for rolling yarn onto circular spools, after the wool has been industrially spun, at Patons & Baldwins factory in Darlington

Muller Automatic Cone-winding machine
A factory worker operates a Muller automatic cone-winding machine, (used for clearing and winding single-spun yarns) at Patons & Baldwins factory in Darlington

Wool spinning - Patons & Baldwins
A view looking down a machine rolling yarn onto circular spools, after the wool has been industrially spun at Patons & Baldwins factory in Darlington

Wool Winding Machine - Patons & Baldwins
A woman worker in dark blue overalls operating and checking a huge wool-winding machine at Patons & Baldwins factory at Darlington

Patons & Baldwins - wool processing
A woman factory worker in blue uniform feeds light blue thread into a large piece of (possibly weaving?) machinery at Patons & Baldwins factory in Darlington

Checking blue woollen threads
A factory worker checks a machine rolling dark blue yarn onto circular spools, after the wool has been industrially spun at Patons & Baldwins factory in Darlington

Balling up knitting yarn
The machine used to ball up knitting yarn ready for sale. Picture taken in the massive Darlington factory of Patons & Baldwins. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Operating a wool-winding machine
A woman operating and checking a huge wool winding machine at Patons & Baldwins factory at Darlington. Patons & Baldwins was one of the largest manufacturers of knitting yarn in the UK between

Folding raw wool into large bins
Folding rools of semi-processed wool into large tubs ready for transport to the next stage of processing at Patons & Baldwins Factory at Darlington. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

A machine collects coloured yarn onto rolls
An employee checks a machine which is collecting different coloured wool yarns onto large rolls at Patons & Baldwins factory in Darlington

Industrial Yarn Spinning
A factory worker attends to an enormous yarn spinning machine at Patons & Baldwins factory in Darlington. Patons & Baldwins was a leading British manufacturer of knitting yarn

Muller Automatic Cone-winder
A factory worker operates a Muller automatic cone-winding machine, (used for clearing and winding single-spun yarns) at Patons & Baldwins factory in Darlington

Threads entering a weaving machine
A woman factory worker in blue uniform feeds light blue thread into a large piece of (possibly weaving?) machinery at Patons & Baldwins factory in Darlington

Banks of Winding machines for acrylic yarn
A seemingly never-ending bank of winding machines for acrylic yarns at Patons & Baldwins factory in Darlington. Patons & Baldwins was a leading British manufacturer of knitting yarn

A Machine Collects Woollen Thread on spools
A factory worker checks a machine rolling yarn onto circular spools, after the wool has been industrially spun at Patons & Baldwins factory in Darlington

Knitting wool production - mechanical process
Immense coils of knitting wool are fed into spinning and processing machinery from vast round tubs. The factory of Patons & Baldwins, Darlington. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

Factory employee checks large Spinning Machine
A lady factory worker checks an immense spinning machine at Patons & Baldwins factory in Darlington. Photograph by Heinz Zinram

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"Patons: A Legacy of Warmth and Comfort" Step into the world of Patons, where knitting wools have been transformed into works of art for over a century. From their iconic advertisements to their contributions during times of war, it has become synonymous with quality craftsmanship and timeless designs. In the 1920s, an advert showcasing Patons and Baldwin's tapestry wools captured the imagination of many. A lady admiring her intricate work displayed not only her skill but also the beauty that could be achieved with these exceptional yarns. During World War I, when comfort was scarce on the battlefield, P & B Knitting Wools stepped in to provide solace through their adverts. These wartime promotions highlighted how knitting could bring warmth and a sense of home to soldiers far away from loved ones. The enchanting painting "Kew at Sunset - Patons property" showcases not only their dedication to wool production but also their appreciation for natural beauty. The canvas captures a serene scene that evokes feelings of tranquility and warmth – qualities that are echoed in every skein produced by Patons. From stylish cardigans adorned with chequered designs to trendy blue and white knitted tops worn by young women, Patons' knitting patterns have always embraced versatility. Their unisex knitwear covers featured innovative shirt styles that appealed to fashion-forward individuals seeking both comfort and style. Even as early as 1899, John Paton's Alloa knitting wools were making waves in the industry. With each passing year, they continued to refine their techniques while maintaining an unwavering commitment to excellence. Whether it was providing comforts during wartime or adorning individuals with fashionable knitwear throughout history, one thing remains constant – Patons is dedicated to creating products that exude warmth and evoke emotions like no other brand can. So pick up your needles today; let them dance along with strands from this legendary company's collection.