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vintage underwear knitting pattern

Bairnswear Mella: Vintage knitting pattern Vest and Panties set 1940's. Knitted in vintage 2ply (modern 3ply) to fit 34-36 inch chest.  Very pretty, elegant set this. Great for 40's enthusiasts and girls who love nostalgic undies. Easy to knit. Smallformat.

 

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vintage ladies underwear knitting pattern form 1920s vest knickers pants 1920s

Bairnswear 30: Great ladies vintage underwear knitting pattern from late 1920s. This pattern has three designs, the others are shown below and are available separately. See below. The set shown here is knitted in vintage 2ply so try modern 3ply in a tension square - strangely the colour suggest for these 'underneaths' as they were called is Water Green! The vest is almost backless and the panties are slim fitting. To fit 36 inch bust and 39 hips. Always work a tension square. Front cover design.

 

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vintage ladies vest and knickers pants knitting pattern from 1920s

BW30 Elegance: Great ladies underwear vintage knitting pattern from the 1920s. This lovely set is knitted in vintage 2ply, so try modern 3ply. The vest has an opera top and the long line panties give a smooth line beneath the dress, Wide ribbon is used at shoulders and colour suggested is pink with blue edging. Very elegant indeed! To fit 30 inch bust and 33 inch hips - that is truly slim! But knitted on bigger needles or a few extra stitches will make it a size bigger, but don’t forget the extra yarn.

 

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vintage ladies under wear vest knickers pants pantiees knitting pattern retro 1920s

BW30 Orchid: Great vintage ladies underwear knitting pattern from 1920 for vest and panties. This design for  'underneaths' is very easy to knit, despite the V neck and shoulder straps, the panties are a bit fuller at leg for flowing evening dresses! Slim fitting at waist. To fit 32 inch bust and 33 hips. Knitted in vintage 2ply so try modern 3ply, always work at tension square.

 

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vintage underwear knitting pattern

Bairnswear 152a. Vintage ladies underwear knitting pattern 1940's. Knitted underwear pattern for 3 different sets in three sizes 32-34 inch bust. All knitted in vintage 2ply which is similar to modern 3ply. Work tension square and see if you need to use different needles Keep warm this coming winter!

 

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vintage ladies underwear knitting pattern vest and panties 1940s

Bairnswear 2131uw: Great vintage ladies easy to knit vest and panties set from the 1940s. This neat set is to fit 36 inch bust and 38-40 hip. Smooth lines and cosy warmth. Pattern suggests a vintage 2ply, so try a modern 4ply.

 

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vintage ladies vest and pants knitting pattern retro underwear 1920s knitting pattern

Bairnswear 287: Fabulous vintage ladies underwear knitting pattern from early late 1920s/1930s. This super pattern is for opera top vest and slim fitting panties. These are shorter than they were in the earlier part of the decade - as dresses got tighter, undies were better fitting. This vest is so easy to knit and short with deep rib for smooth lines, there is only one pattern row. Always work a tension square. To fit 32-34 inch bust and 36 inch hips.

 

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Bairnswear 436: Great ladies vintage underwear knitting pattern with vest and panties from late1930s. This lovely pattern has instructions for long line vest with ribbed waist and ribbon straps and shaped top. The panties are tailored for a smooth fit and have cuffs a the legs. to fit 32-24 inch bust and 36-38 inch hips ( notice the larger size catered for as the decade comes to a close) Also this one mentions coupons so will be at the start of the war in 1939. Knitted in vintage 2ply so use modern 3ply.

 

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Bestway 116-Underwear: Great vintage knitting pattern for a set of ladies underwear from 1940s. This light weight, delicate set is figure flattering and snug to wear. Very easy to knit. To fit 32-34. Knitted in 3ply. The camisole top has ribbon for straps and a nice deep rib.

 

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vintage ladies underwear vest and panties knitting pattern 1940s
vintage girls vest underwear 1930s

Bestway 142uw: Great vintage knitting pattern 1930s girls vest and socks to fit a 2-3 year old. Knitted in vintage 3ply so try modern 4ply to see if this works better. No chest measurement given. Great authentic vintage knitting for that murder mystery weekend with Miss Marple or Poirot!

 

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vintage ladies underwear knitting patterns

Bestway288: Vintage knitting pattern for short vest and panties set 1940s . Here we have the sweet little vest and knicker set knitted in pure Shetland 2ply, nearer to modern 3ply, to fit 32-34" bust and 36-38" hips, use 4ply and a change of needle size to fit a larger size.

 

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vintage ladies underwear knitting pattern 1940s

Bestway 435: Great ladies underwear vintage knitting pattern late 1930s. Embroidered posies at bust and legs, knitted in graduated rib for close warm fit and less bulk. Vintage 2ply was used so try modern 3ply in a tension square and change needles if needed. 34" bust. I love this pattern!

 

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vintage vest knitting pattern for ladies

Bestway 557: Vintage 1940s knitting pattern ladies dainty vest and knickers set knitted in vintage 3ply to fit 34"bust and 36" hips. Great for that surprise Christmas gift for a daughter or sister who loves nostalgic underwear. Try modern 4ply for a better fit.

 

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vintage knitting pattern for ladies underwear

Bestway 694: Vintage knitting pattern ladies underwear 1940s. Simple to knit undies knitted in stocking stitch with lacy borders. To fit up to a 36" bust. This is called a pantie-vest. Always work a tension square. Large format.

 

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vintage ladies vest knitting pattern 1940s

Bestway 697uw: Great vintage ladies vest knitting pattern from 1940s. There are two design, the other one is shown below. You get both designs in the one pattern. To fit 32 inch bust and the other one is knitted from the side and can be made to fit any size, patterns is for 33 inch bust, but by repeating the pattern until size is reached it makes this pattern very useful. Vintage 2ply so try modern 3ply - if making bigger allow more wool. Small format.

 

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vintage ladies knititng pattern for vest 1940

Bestway 697-1uw: Great vintage ladies vest knitting pattern from 1940s. There are two design, the other one is shown above.. You get both designs in the one pattern. To fit 32 inch bust above and as this one is knitted from the side and can be made to fit any size, patterns is for 33 inch bust, but by repeating the pattern until size is reached it makes this pattern very useful. Vintage 2ply so try modern 3ply - if making bigger allow more wool.

 

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vintage ladies underwear Bestway 884 retro knitting pattern for vest and panties pants kniickers 1940s

Bestway 884: Great vintage ladies vest and panties set of underwear from early 1940s. This lovely pattern is worked in fine rayon yarn or wool or silk and wool mix of a vintage 2ply that is similar to modern 3ply. Always work a tension square. To fit 34 inch bust and 36 inch hips. The panties and vest have a tie at waist and ribbon straps on a shaped top - very pretty very elegant! Small format.

 

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vintage ladies crochet pattern for bra 1940

Bestway 889cr: Fabulous ladies bra crochet pattern 1940s. This is such a great pattern, to fit 32 -34 inches worked in no60 cotton, two bras can be made from 3 x 20g balls. if you used a thicker cotton and larger hook a larger size can be made. Use silky satin ribbon for straps. Small format. (Same pattern but different number 1501)

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vintage ladiesvest knitting pattern from 1940s

Bestway 898: Great vintage ladies vest knitting pattern from 1940s. This lovely scallop design shaped top gives elegant style to this warm little vest. (You can save a coupon on each vest!) It is very economical to knit and is worked from the top downwards - have actually made this one, easy easy! Worked in vintage 3ply but try modern 4ply. This one is for the slim ones again 30-32 inch bust. But larger needles will give a bit more room, remember to allow more wool if you do this.

 

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bestway ladies vest and panties knitting pattern 1940s Bestway 904uw: Great vintage ladies vest and knickers knitting pattern from 1940s. This wartime little pattern has instructions for a pretty vest and either French knickers with the wider legs or close fitting directoire style. Very easy to knit with ribbing to give a super fit and nice shape. To fit up to 34 inch bust and 36 inch hips. Knitted in vintage 3ply, try tension square in both modern 3ply and 4ply to see which gives the better size for this set. Large format.

 

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vintage ladies underwear knitting pattern for ladies knickers 1940s

Bestway 920uw: Great ladies knitting patten for panties from 1940s. This wartime pattern was so useful! Ribbed or plain knickers and a body belt to keep those winter chills at bay. My mother said she used to knit all her undies during the war - she was in WAAF and often in chilly bunkers in the winter nights she thanked her mother for teaching her to knit! Small format.

 

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vintag knitted vest and knickers pattern

Bestway 922: Great vintage knitting pattern ladies knitted pants 1940s. Knitted panties for the young at heart in vintage 3ply and longer legged knickers for those who love to keep warm!  Try modern 4ply to get a better fit and change needles size for  a slightly larger fit 1940's chic! Great for that authentic touch to a re-enactment weekend.

 

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vintage ladies underwear knitting pattern

Bestway 944: Vintage knitting pattern 1940's ladies long vest and panties in vintage 2ply (modern 3ply) bust 32-36 inches. Look lovely knitted in cream or petal pink 3ply merino pure wool Small format.

 

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vintage ladies knitting pattern for vest and knickers ladies 1940s Bestway 972: Great vintage ladies knitting pattern for vest and knickers from 1940s. These little set is cosy and slim fitting knitted in vintage 3ply, so try modern 4ply. The fancy rib design will stretch and fit so smoothly. The vest has a ribbed waist making is fit even better. The vest will stretch to fit up to 36 inch bust, and the knickers will stretch to fit up to a 40 inch hip.  Small format.

 

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vintage ladies underwear knitting patterns

Bestway 899: Vintage knitting pattern ladies spencer vest 1940s  wartime, suggests it is comfy to wear under uniform -warmth without bulk! knitted in vintage 3ply so try modern 4ply in a tension square to see if it works better. 34" bust.

 

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vintage ladies underwear knitting patterns

Bestway 923: Vintage knitting pattern camisole bed jacket sleeping socks 1940s. The camisole has short or long sleeves or can be made sleeveless. To fit 34" bust knitted in vintage 2ply so try modern 3ply, always work a tension square. 

 

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vintage ladies knitting pattern for vest and panties underwear 1940s

Bestway 1029uw: Great vintage ladies fancy rib vest and panties from 1940s. These little wartime patterns are so sweet. This set is knitted in vintage 3ply so try a tension square in both modern 3ply and 4ply to see which works better. This vest has dainty ribbon straps. The ribbed waist on both panties and vest give good figure hugging shape. Keep warm the retro way! Small format.

 

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vintage knitting pattern for ladies underwear french kniers vest camisole panties 1940s

Bestway 1057: Beautiful vintage knitting pattern for ladies underwear from 1940s. This lovely vest and French knickers set is knitted in vintage 3ply, so try modern 4ply in a tension square. Designed with open work border and a little silk embroidery it is very dainty and warm. To fit 34 inch bust and 36-38 inch hips.

 

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vintage ladies underwear knitting pattern 1940s for vest and knickers bestway 1091 Bestway 1091: Great vintage ladies vest and knickers knitting pattern from 1940s. Neat and serviceable slim fitting undies for every day (great for under a uniform) This design has built up shoulders and neat waist to fit 32-35 inch bust and 35-38 inch hips. Knitted in vintage 3ply, so try modern 4ply in a tension square.Small format.

 

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vintgge ladies vesta nd knickers knitting pattern 1940s Bestway 1092uw: Great vintage ladies vest and knickers knitting pattern from 1940s. This pretty set is knitted in vintage 3ply, so try modern 4ply in a tension square. To fit 34 inch bust and the pantees to fit up to a 38 inch hip. The knickers are plain and the vest has a blackberry stitch top. Small format.

 

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vintage ladies undewear knitting pattern from 1940s

Bestway 1448: Great vintage ladies underwear knitting pattern from 1940s. This pattern has instructions for pretty opera top vest and nicely fitting knickers in fancy lace stitch but with smooth waist. To fit up to 35 inch bust, and 39 inch hips when knitted in 3ply, try modern 4ply for a larger size, going up a size needles as well, but allow more yarn. Very retro and very warm. Small format.

 

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vintage ladies vest knitting patttern from 1940s vintage underwear

Bestway 1604: Great ladies vintage vest knitting pattern from 1940s. This design is a fancy lace rib and is quite stretchy, has built up shoulders and slim fitting ribbed waist. Length is adjustable. I have made this one, just made it a bit shorter. Knitted in vintage 3ply so try modern 4ply in a tension square. To fit 34 inch chest. Small format.

 

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vintage ladies knitting pattern 1940s jumper

Bestway 1658uw: Great ladies vintage knitting pattern vest and knickers wartime 1940s. This is a super pattern for nicely fitting vest with good length, but can be made shorter if desired. One is plain with a little embroidery and the other is in a fancy rib. To fit 32-34 inch bust, work on a size larger needles to get a bit larger. Worked in vintage 3ply, so try modern 4ply and always work a tension square. I have made the  fancy rib one in modern double knitting on size 10 and 8 needles to fit a 38 bust for a friend and it worked - but used a lot more yarn almost double the amount of old 3ply stated. The panties are well shaped and again the legs can be made longer or shorter. There is also instructions for a spare gusset. It is also a good idea to line the gusset with cotton. These winter warmers can also be warn over modern undies to add warmth when skiing or to keep the severe winter chills out! Small format.

 

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vintage ladies cami-knickers vest and bed jacket knitting pattern 1940s Bestway A2384uw: Great vintage ladies spencer or vest knitting pattern from 1940s. This pattern has several styles with long sleeve, short or sleeveless all knitted in vintage 2ply or modern 3ply. I have made this one as a short sleeve vest for my mother in modern 3ply and it turned out very well. To fit 34-36 and 38-40. Small format.

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vintage ladies spencers or vests knitting pattern 1940s

Bestway A2508uw: Great vintage ladies V neck spencer or vest knitting pattern from 1940s. There is the pretty little sleeveless one, a short sleeve version and the long sleeve cosy one. To fit 33-36, 37-40 inch bust knitted in bed jacket floss which was similar to modern 3-4ply. so try both in a tension square and see how they work out. Small format. I

 

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Bestway B2320uw: Great vintage ladies underwear knitting pattern from late 1940s. This pattern has instructions for a super cami-knicker, pretty vest and pantees, easy to knit bed jacket and a crochet bed cape. All knitted in vintage 3ply so try modern 4ply in a tension square. To fit stretching up to a 36 inch bust. Keep warm all winter with this little booklet.

 

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vintage knitting pattern for ladies underwear

Copley 1174: Vintage knitting pattern ladies cami-knicks 1930s Sometimes called step-ins as my mother says To fit 32"-34" inch bust, pretty lacy rib pattern in vintage 2ply nearer modern 3ply, always work a tension square and change needles or ply if needed.

 

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ladies bra knitting pattern from 1930s Copleys 1531uw: Great vintage ladies bra knitting pattern from 1930s/early 1940s. This super underwear accessory is fabulous for those really dedicated vintage fans. To fit 32-34 inch bust and is knitted in fine yarn that produces around 9 stitches to the inch on size 13 imperial needles or 2.25mm. The straps are lingerie ribbons. Advises to use left over wool or yarn or that only 1 coupon is needed as rationing had started. Rayon or cotton could be used or even silk.

 

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vintage ladies underwear knitting pattern

Copley 1551: Lovely vintage knitting pattern ladies knitted undies 1948 to fit 34" bust knitted in vintage 3ply, try 4ply for a better fit. Always work a tension square.

 

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ladies vest and panties knitting pattern great vintage underwear essential for chilly winters

Dorette 14-8uw: Great vintage knitting pattern for ladies underwear from 1940s. This lovely set has pretty edges and ribbon straps. These will cling to your shape and make your dress, suit or other retro clothing look so much better. Also very useful for modern day warmth.  Easy to knit in modern 4ply, try superfine merino or a good quality synthetic yarn. To fit 34-36 inch bust. Length of vest and depth of panties adjustable.

 

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Ellen Undies-1+2uw: Great vintage knitting pattern for ladies underwear set. There are instructions for a vest and knickers in stocking stitch with fancy tops. Knitted in vintage baby wool which would have been similar to modern 3ply. Delicate and feminine. To fit  34, 36 and 38 inch bust. So easy to knit with ribbon straps.There are instructions for knickers in stocking stitch with feather and fan stitch for the vest. On the right is another set included in the pattern. Knitted in vintage baby wool which would have been similar to modern 3ply. Delicate and feminine. To fit  34, 36 and 38 inch bust. So easy to knit with ribbon straps.   I love this set and have made the set several times.

 

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vintage 1940s vest and panties knitting pattern for 32-038 inch bust

Glenesk 67-33uw: Great vintage ladies vest and panties knitting pattern from 1940s. To fit 32-34 inch bust and 36-38 inch bust. There are instructions for long and short vest with strappy shoulders and panties that are well tailored for a nice fit. Knitted in wool that will give a 4ply tension. Always work a tension square.

 

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vingtage ladies underwear knitting patterns

Golden Eagle 1033: Fabulous vintage knitting pattern ladies underwear 1930s possibly 1940s, to fit 34-36" bust and 36"-38" bust in vintage 2ply or modern 3ply, there are instructions for vest with opera top, Knickers and  cami-knickers ( lady is wearing these). 

 

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vintage knitting pattern for ladies underwear

Greenock C4: Great vintage ladies underwear knitting pattern late 1920s. Instructions for Vest and shorts, in easy to knit stocking stitch and rib, you could always put your own choice of pattern on the vest. To fit 28" before stretching, probably to 34" knitted in vintage 2ply which is nearer to modern 3ply.

 

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vintage ladies vest knitting pattern

Greenock 44.  Fabulous ladies underwear vintage knitting pattern 1930s. 3 vests to knit in vintage 3ply, warm, delicate and practical, length adjustable, easy to knit leaf design.  Try modern 4ply. To fit 34-36 inch bust. There are two other simple vests, a round neck and an opera top styles

 

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vintage baby body belts knitting 1920s Greenock 139: Great vintage baby knitting pattern for body belts 1920s or earlier. There are instructions for infants, ladies and mens. At one time these were essential garments - no central heating in those days! Very easy to knit and could be useful today for early o low weight babies to keep them extra warm, for sports men and women for that extra warm layer over the back.

 

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Greenock B525uw: Great vintage ladies spencer or vest knitting pattern from the 1940s. This one is knitted in easy garter stitch and the other one in a simple lacy stitch. To fit 32, 34 and 36 inch bust. Nice shape and a snug fit knitted in vintage 3ply. Try a tension square in modern 4ply.

 

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vintage ladies spencer or vest knitting pattern 1950s
vintage underwear ladies 1940s

Housewife 79: Great vintage ladies undies knitting pattern 1940s. This lovely pattern is for a pair of beautifully fitted lacy knickers and pretty lacy vest. Knitted in fine pure wool - a delight for any lady. Try modern 3ply in a tension square. To fit 35-37 inch bust.

 

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vintage underwear knitting pattern 1940s knickers vest cami pants Housewife 82: Great Cami-knicker underwear set for young lady knitting pattern from 1940s. To fit 29-35 inch bust. slim fitting, delicate and very feminine. Knitted in vintage 2ply, so try modern 3ply baby wool. Can also be knitted as a vest. Always work a tension square.

 

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vintage ladies underwear knickers vest pants

Housewife 84: Great vintage ladies underwear set of vest and knickers from 1940s. This set is knitted in vintage 2ply, so try modern 3ply. To fit 34 inch bust. A lovely shape. Always work a tension square.

 

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vintage ladies vest and knickers knitting pattern 1930s

Isla's Undies: Great 1930s knitting pattern for ladies vests and knickers. There are 5 designs for the vest and two for the knickers wide legs and cuffed legs. To fit 32 inch bust. Easy to make larger with larger size needles of by adding a few stitches. Knitted in vintage 3ply, so try modern 3ply for dainty vest or modern 4ply for winter time warmth. Length of vest adjustable as is leg length on knickers.

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great vintag knitting pattern for ladies undies veat and panties to fit 36 inch bust

NK25-20uw: Great vintage underwear set knitting pattern from 1950s. This little set is from early 1951 and should fit 36 inch bust. Easy stocking stitch with rib, vest is super easy and you can embroider, or work as illustrated or sew on ready may embellishments. Original set was knitted in silk, but try any 4ply, change needles if needed a silk wool mix would be nice.

 

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vintage ladies knickers and vest knitting pattern from 1951

NK25-8uw: Great vintage ladies underwear set knitting pattern. This set is neat and easy to knit with ribbon straps. Dainty as they are knitted in 3ply silk or 3ply mix or plain 3ply baby wool would work. Always work a tension square. To fit 34 inch bust. Pretty edge, light and easy to wear, not in the least bit 'frumpy' or 'old fashioned' Keep warm this winter.

 

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vintage ladies vest and knicker set kniting pattern 1945 NK751-39uw: Great vintage knitting pattern for underwear set from 1945. This neat little set is to fit 32 inch bust and is knitted in a 4ply, change needle size to make a bit larger. Shaped top with ribbon straps, and ribbed mid section for nice fit, neat tie waist for panties. Always work a tension square.  Keep warm this winter.

 

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vintage crochet bra pattern from 1947

NN32-13Bra: Great vintage CROCHET pattern for a well fitting bra from 1947. This little bra is so easy to work, with ribbon straps that cross over at the back and little buttons at the side. Worked in 40 cotton in 20g ball. To fit 34 inch bust well worth a go at this one.

 

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vintage ladies vest and knickers knitting pattern 1940s

KB1-6uw: Great vintage ladies vest and knickers knitting pattern from 1940s. Knitted in vintage 2ply wool, so try modern 3ply in a tension square and change needles if needed. For warmth and flexible finish try using pure merino, cashmere or alpaca wool or a blend of synthetic and pure wool. To fit 34-36 inch bust. Leg length on panties is adjustable, but to be authentic this is the length that was worn. Nice and warm in sensible rib - easy to knit and stretchy.

 

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vintage ladies vest and panties set knitting pattern 1940s

KB2-38uw: Great vintage knitting pattern for ladies vest and panties 1940s. This lovely set is knitted in vintage 2ply so try modern 3ply baby wool (merino is great for this set- have used it myself) The vest is in a smooth stocking stitch design with rib to make sure of a neat fit. To fit bust 32-36 inches. This set is ideal under authentic 1940s fitted suits and dresses as it is smooth lines and close fitting. Be warm and elegant this winter, ribbon at the shoulders Panties to fit 36 inch hips.

 

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vintage knitted vest pattern

KB3-28uw:  Fabulous vintage knitting underwear pattern from 1948. Instructions for cami-knickers in an open work stitch to fit 32"-34" easy to knit in vintage 2ply ( try modern 3ply in a tension square) and panties knitted  in vintage 3ply to fit waist 24"-27". Try modern 4ply, This pattern includes the opera top vest pictured below. Always work a tension square.

 

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vintage knitting pattern for ladies camiknickers 1940s

KB3-30uw: Great vintage ladies cami-knickers knitting pattern 1940s. This pretty set is knitted in vintage 2ply pure wool so try  modern 3ply merino, neat lacy pattern. To fit 32-34 inch bust. Easy to knit back and front alike with ribbon straps.

 

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vintage ladies vest knitting pattern 1940s

KB3-34uw: Great ladies vest and knicker knitting pattern 1940s. This set is knitted in vintage 3ply wool so try modern 4ply in a tension square and change needles if needed. There are instructions for the vest shown knitted in stocking stitch with fancy border top and bottom and ribbed waist, and a plain stocking stitch pair of tailored knickers with short legs. Vest to fit  bust 32-34, 36-38 and 40-42 inches. The knickers are to fit 24-27 inch waist, length at side seam 15 inches. For larger size try using larger needles - but allow a bit more yarn if you do this.

 

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vintage ladies knickers knitting pattern 1940s

KB4-165uw: Great vintage knitting pattern for ladies underwear 1940s. Instructions for a lovely vest and close fitting knickers with lace panels. This set is worked in vintage 3ply, so try a tension square in modern 4ply and change needles if needed - you can try modern 3ply if you like and change needles too - this will give a finer, lighter finish to fit bust size 30-32 inches. I found it worked better to size in the modern 4ply. I made this for myself a few years ago, making it a size larger by knitting on larger needles, it was very warm and I still have it.

 

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vintage ladies knitting pattern for knickers 1940s

KB4-169uw: Great vintage knitting pattern for ladies knickers or panties 1940s. This pattern has instructions for the lace trimmed summer knickers in the French style, knitted in fine rayon, or you could use no 10 cotton or silk in a fineness similar to modern 3ply, work a tension square in the yarn chosen and change needle to get the size required. Pattern is for  medium, so probably 36-38 inch hips. Once you have done a tension square you can see how many stitches to an inch you knit, increase number of stitches to get larger size - but don’t forget to allow for more yarn if you do this. Instructions for a pair of plainer, but close fitting panties for a teenage girl in a wide rib and a picot edge.

 

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vintage ladies cami knickers 1940s

KB4-173uw: Great vintage ladies Cami-knickers Knitting pattern 1940s. This pattern has instructions for slim fitting cami with ribbon straps, to fit 32-34 inch bust. Knitted in vintage 2ply so try modern 3ply in a tension square. Easy to knit lacy panels, with shaped waist to fit beautifully.

 

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vintage ladies vest spencer knitting pattern 1940s

KB5-122+123uw: Great vintage knitting pattern for ladies vest 1940s, This is so simple to knit and warm and elegant. No bust size given, probably 32-34 inches when stretched.  Worked in vintage 2ply, so try modern 3ply and for a bigger size try modern 4ply allowing and extra ball of yarn. Ribbon for straps. Also included is one with a bra style top, same size.

 

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vintage vest or spencer knitting pattern 1940s
vintage knitting pattern for french knickers 1940s

KB5-124+125uw: Fabulous vintage knitting pattern for French style knickers 1940s. To fit 38-40 hips knitted in vintage 3ply so try modern 4ply for this size or for smaller try modern 3ply. Will stretch to a bit bigger if pure wool is used. Very typical of the era, different designs can be put at sides, or worked plain stocking stitch. Also included knitting pattern for American panties 1940s. These super brief panties were a new style in the late 1940s for ladies and and girls to wear, giving more freedom of movement under tighter fitting trousers and skirts. To fit 34-38 inch hips in vintage 3ply, so try modern 4ply very easy to knit and super shape. It is also suggested that this pair would be especially neat under school girls physical training outfit.

 

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vintage ladies knitting pattern for knickers american style 1940s
vintage ladies knickers 1940s

KB5-126uw: Great vintage knitting pattern for ladies knickers 1940s. This pair of long leg knickers is ideal for outdoor pursuits and slim enough to wear under riding clothes for cross country etc. To fit 38 inch hip, 24 inches from waist to knee. With instructions for 40 and 42 inch hips, for an even closer fit work stocking stitch in a rib. Knitted in vintage 3ply wool, so try modern 4ply in a tension square. For smaller size use modern 3ply.

 

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vintage knitting pattern for ladies spencer or vest

KB5-130uw: Great vintage knitting pattern for ladies vest 1940s. This simple to knit vest or spencer is very dainty and elegant with crochet round the neck and arm holes. Deep welt allows for neat fitting at waist and ribbon adds a pretty dainty look. Knitted in vintage 2ply so try modern 3ply merino wool as this is softer than the Shetland that is suggested. To fit 32 inch bust.

 

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vintag knitting pattern for vest

KB1-101uw: Fabulous lingerie set BRA and panties and cami-knickers vintage knitting pattern 1940s. Suggested to be knitted in silk on size 10 and 12 and 14 needles (old sizes) so modern 3 or 4ply wool should work as well - try a tension square first and change needles if needed - email and I can give you the tension square requirements to try before ordering. To fit 34"-36" bust and waist 25"-28" Great pattern as there are instructions for a complete set.

 

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vintage caminicks knitting pattern vintage camiknicker knitting pattern
vintage ladies underwear knitting pattern 1930s

Ladyship349: Great vintage ladies underwear knitting pattern 1930s. This beautiful pattern has instructions for a close fitting, comfy set of underwear, vest  to fit 32-34 inch bust although when knitted only measures 30 inches round, this is so that it stretches and fits snuggly - it is always best to use pure wool or a wool and cashmere blend of modern 4ply. Always work a tension square and change needles if needed. I have made this vest in 3ply cashmere  and is fits my 34 inch bust snuggly and is so warm.

 

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vintage ladies simple to knit vest knitting pattern from 1930s

Ladyship 584uw: Great vintage ladies easy to knit vests from 1930s. This design has two different vests, one with short or no sleeves, round neck and ribbed waist and the other with scoop neck and built up straps, small lace panel at neck and ribbed waist. Knitted in 3ply to keep bulk at a minimum, these are well shaped and form fitting with some give. The built up shoulder version is to fit 34-36 and the other one 35-37 inch bust. Always work a tension square.

 

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vintage ladies vest and panties knitting pattern 1940s Ladyship L600uw: Great vintage ladies vest and pantees knitting pattern from the 1940s. To fit 33-35 inch bust and 36 inch hips. Smooth and slimming, cosy and so retro. Easy to knit in vintage 3ply or modern 4ply - always work a tension square. Ribbon straps with lace top and at knicker legs.Small format.

 

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vintage knitting pattern for ladies underwear

Ladyship 1086uw: Pretty vintage knitting pattern for vest and pantees knitted in vintage 2ply, 1940s to fit medium bust, for bigger sizes use a thicker needle, the fabric once knitted stretches. tension is 6.5 stitches to inch by 9 rows to one inch in depth, knitted on 13 and 9s imperial. Small format.

 

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vintage ladies underwear vest and knickers knitting pattern from 1950s

Ladyship 2041uw: Great vintage ladies underwear knitting pattern 1940s. This super design is for  fancy rib knickers and vest. Shaped at waist by knitting single rib on small needles. Beautifully fitting. Knitted in vintage 3ply so try  modern 4ply in a tension square. To fit 34 inch bust and 36-38 inch hips.

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vintage ladies vest and knickers underwear pantie pantees knitting pattern from 1930s

Lavenda 806: Great vintage ladies underwear knitting pattern for vest and knickers from 1940s. This lovely design is to fit 34-36 inch bust and is knitted in vintage 3ply. Try modern 4ply in a tension square. Slim fitting ribbed waist and neat lace panties - very pretty - I have made the vest several years ago in cashmere for my mother - super results!

 

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vintage knitting pattern for ladies underwear

Lavenda 808uw: Lovely vintage knitting pattern for ladies underwear. Knitted in vintage 3ply so try modern 4ply to fit 34-36 inch bust, the instructions are for the cami-knickers as shown. 3 tiny mother of pearl buttons are required Pattern 1930's.

 

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vintage knitting pattern for ladies underwear

Lavenda 934uw: Pretty vintage underwear knitting pattern for vest and knickers, and briefs worked in  vintage 2ply or modern 3ply will work well. To fit 34"-36" bust and 36"-40" hips 1940's

 

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vintage knitting pattern for ladies underwear

Lavenda 946uw: Great vintage knitting pattern for ladies underwear. Great range of items for the discerning modern girl! Keep warm and cosy this winter. To fit 34"-38" bust and 38"-42" hip. There are instructions for a spencer, (short vest), vest, can always make this shorter, knickers and combinations. 1930's . 

 

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vintage knitting pattern for ladies underwear

Lavenda 900uw: Great vintage underwear patten with the choice of 3 vest styles for ladies. Knitted in vintage 2 or 3ply or modern 3ply or 4ply -to fit 34"-36" bust easy to knit. Make a couple for this winter or for Christmas gift, I am making my mother a couple and a bed jacket. 1940's.

 

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vintage knitting pattern for ladies underwear and bed jacket from 1940s

Maygroves231uw: Great vintage ladies and childs underwear knitting pattern with a bed jacket from 1940s. This sesign has intructions for a bed jcket to fit almost any size and ladies vest an knicker set as shown to fit 34 inch bust, a spencr, not shown to fit 34-36 inch bust and vest and knickers for little girl or 4-5 years. All knitted in botany wool and an art silk or rayon. No tension given but probably a 3ply.

 

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vintage ladies cami-knicker

MTE-7uw: Great vintage knitting pattern for ladies elegant cami-knickers from 1940s. This little underwear garment is so easy to knit and so elegant and sexy. Knitted in a silk and wool blend or fine wool or even fine silk yarn that will be similar to modern 3ply. Always work a tension square. These used to be called step-ins. Dainty, retro and very pretty. Slotted lace with ribbons decorate the top, the waist and legs. Easy V style lace design.

 

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vintage 1940s ladies underwear knitting pattern

Munrospun8-22uw: Great vintage ladies underwear knitting pattern for vest and knickers 1940s. To fit 34 inch bust. This set is so pretty, worked in vintage 2ply, so try modern 3ply in a tension square, this should work, nice easy lacy pattern and wide shoulder straps for comfort, but can be replaced with ribbon of preferred (a traditional way to finish vests in the 1930s and 1940s)Pattern in nice vintage condition.

 

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