Recreating Vintage 1940s Knitwear

Celebrating the Ingenuity of the Make-Do Spirit

Häftad, Engelska, 2025

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Beskrivning

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.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2025-07-03
Mått:215 x 260 x 15 mm
Vikt:799 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Antal sidor:240
Förlag:The Crowood Press Ltd
ISBN:9780719845062

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Stickning och virkning inom Sport, fritid och hobby

Mer om författaren

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.

Recensioner i media

As well as being a fascinating history book, this is also a practical knitter’s guide, with a techniques section covering a range of stitches and useful information on adjusting vintage patterns for modern sizes and yarns. Favourite makes include the Cheerful Chevrons top, the Harlequin Jacket and Joyful Jumper.