1940s Designer Dress Vintage Knitting Pattern

This beautiful 1940s dress is knitted in a wide rib that creates a softly pleated effect, giving the
finished garment wonderful movement and shape. The waistband features an attractive cable
design, which is echoed again in the shoulder yoke and cuffs, bringing the whole piece together
with thoughtful detail.

Along the borders you’ll find an unusual slipped-stitch pattern that is both decorative and practical.
It creates an exceptionally firm fabric with the look of woven cloth, a clever touch that reflects the
skill and ingenuity of wartime knitting design.

The pattern was originally worked in 3 ply yarn, although fingering weight is also suitable, and you
may wish to experiment with 4 ply once you have checked your tension. The dress is designed to
fit a 34 inch bust, with a finished length of approximately 39.5 inches and an 18 inch sleeve seam.

The stated tension over 3 ply is 7.5 stitches to one inch in stocking stitch on No. 10 needles,
producing the fine fabric that gives this dress its distinctive 1940s silhouette.

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!