Recreating Vintage 1940s Knitwear: Celebrating the Ingenuity of the Make-Do Spirit

Linda Ivell

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Recreating Vintage 1940s Knitwear: Celebrating the Ingenuity of the Make-Do Spirit

Recreating Vintage 1940s Knitwear: Celebrating the Ingenuity of the Make-Do Spirit

Linda Ivell

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Description

Written for knitters of all abilities, the patterns are graded for difficulty and key techniques are explained in step-by-step detail. This beautifully illustrated book captures the 1940s focus on economy and practicality in wearable, flattering styles that are as timeless as they are inspiring.

About the Author

LINDA IVELL has been recreating vintage knitwear for over 40 years and has her own label, Knitting for Victory (@knitting4victory). As an Art and Fashion Historian working with prestigious costume collections, she researches and writes about our textile heritage, with a special passion for historical knitwear.

Publishing Information

Publisher: Crowood Press (UK)
Pub date: 2026-02-24
Length: 224 pages

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