Recreating Vintage 1940s Knitwear

Celebrating the Ingenuity of the Make-Do Spirit

By: LINDA IVELL

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Paperback | 24 February 2026

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224 Pages

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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. 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. 333 illustrations

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