Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION: Looking to the Past; Vintage Knitting Today; Tips for the Modern Knitter / THE 1940s: AUSTERITY ON THE HOME FRONT: Introduction; Ideas for Economical Knitting; New Garments from Old; It is Fashionable to Economise; Men at Home or in the Services; Knitting for Children; A Final Reminder / TO WORK! KNITTING PATTERNS: Designs For Women; Everyday Underwear; Fashionable Housecoat; Ribbed Cardigan; Cable Pullover; Sleeveless Waistcoat; Two-colour Turban; The Fascinating Fez; Afternoon Blouse; Black Frock; Classic Jumper / DESIGNS FOR MEN: Sleeveless Pullover; Large Size Pullover; Balaclava Helmet; Muffler Helmet; Evening Scarf; Vest and Pants / DESIGNS FOR ALL THE FAMILY:Socks for all the Family; Gloves for all the Family / PRINCIPLES OF KNITTING / INDEX

About the Author

Liza Hollinghurst is a writer with a keen interest in knitting, Second World War social history and vintage fashion. She has contributed articles to vintage lifestyle magazines on a range of subjects including wartime utility clothing, sewing with vintage patterns, and British postwar comedy films.