1940s Knitted Shirt-waister Dress Pattern | Vintage 3 Ply Light Fingering Knit Dress | Classic Wartime Style

A classic 1940s knitted shirt-waister dress, originally worked in Lincoln Mills “Daphne”
Crochet Wool using No. 11 (3.00 mm) needles. The yarn weight is believed to be light
fingering (around 3 ply), though users should check tension for accuracy.

The skirt can be knitted on a circular needle for a smooth line or on two needles for
easier handling. The bodice and sleeves are worked on two needles, while the collar
is knitted on four double-pointed needles.

The pattern includes instructions for resizing and helpful guidance throughout.

Materials: Approx. 20 oz (567 g) light fingering yarn, five buttons, and ¾ yard of elastic.
Tension: 9 rows and 7½ stitches to 1 inch.
A needle size conversion chart is included for modern reference.

Choose How You Receive Your Pattern!
You can either: Order the printed version and have it mailed right to your door, perfect
for adding to your knitting collection. or opt for the PDF download if you’d like to get
started right away! The choice is yours—happy knitting!