Recreating Vintage 1940s Knitwear

Celebrating the Ingenuity of the Make-Do Spirit

Linda Ivell

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.

ISBN: 9780719845079

Published: July 3, 2025

Format: Ebook

ISBN: 9780719845062

Width: 215mm

Height: 260mm

Pages: 240

Published: July 3, 2025

Format: Paperback

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.