Fine Art Print : Knitting pattern 1943
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Knitting pattern 1943
Warm wool lies... Vest and pants for the long winter evenings. A 1940s knitting pattern providing instructions on how to make a womans vest and pants. With the onset of World War Two and the introduction of rationing, many chose to knit their own clothes as a cheaper alternative.
1943
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Media ID 14129196
© Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans
1943 Cheaper Garment Garments Instructions Knickers Knit Knits Knitted Knitting Knitwear Patterns Posing Ration Rationing Rations Undergarment Undergarments Underwear Vest Wool Woollen
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Step back in time with our exquisite Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image, brought to you by Illustrated London News Ltd/Mary Evans from Mary Evans Prints Online, showcases a charming 1940s knitting pattern titled "Knitting pattern 1943." Warm up your home with this evocative print, featuring a cozy vest and pants design perfect for the long winter evenings. Delight in the nostalgia of a simpler time as you imagine the stories behind the knitting needles and the comforting wool. Add this timeless piece to your decor and let the memories unfold.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 37.2cm (20" x 14.6")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Step back in time with this 1943 knitting pattern, showcasing a charming vest and pants set designed for the long winter evenings during the 1940s. As World War Two raged on and rationing became a necessity, many resourceful individuals turned to knitting as a cost-effective means of creating their own clothes. This intricately detailed illustration, published by the Illustrated London News Ltd in 1943, offers clear instructions on how to knit a vest and pants set for women. The warm, woollen fabric is depicted in rich, textured detail, with every stitch and seam accounted for. The vest features a V-neckline and elegant button closure, while the pants boast a high waist and a flattering, fitted design. The female model in the illustration exudes confidence and elegance as she poses, showcasing the finished garments. This 1940s knitting pattern represents not only a practical solution to wartime rationing but also a testament to the creativity and ingenuity of the era. Whether you're an experienced knitter or just starting out, this pattern offers a unique and engaging project that connects you to a bygone era. So grab your needles and wool, and let the knitting begin!
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