Vintage 1940s Shirt Dress Knitting Pattern | Retro Knit Dress | Bust 32 | Classic Wartime Style

A light, easy-to-wear 1940s shirt dress design that feels just right for spring and summer.
The “Quaker Girl” style has a clean, flattering shape that’s comfortable without losing
that vintage character. It’s also a relatively quick knit for a full dress, so it’s a great project
if you want something satisfying but not too time-consuming.

It’s designed to fit a 32-inch bust and 36-inch hips, with a finished length of 42 inches
from the back of the neck to the hem, giving a neat, wearable silhouette that can be
styled casually or dressed up. Paired with a simple white collar, it has that crisp,
classic look that still feels fresh today.

The pattern calls for 16oz (460g) of 3-ply yarn. You could try using 4-ply by adjusting
your needle size and checking your tension first, though results may vary. You’ll also
need a pair of No. 9 knitting needles, a fine crochet hook, and a white collar to finish
it off.

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!