Description
A lovely two-piece lingerie set from the 1930s, hand-knitted in fine 3-ply wool. This set includes
a camisole-style vest and matching short briefs, offering a soft and simple fit typical of the era.
Camisole Vest:
✨ Knitted in the round on a circular needle with no seams for a smooth, comfortable finish.
✨ Ribbed detailing at the top, bottom, and waistline provides a flattering shape.
✨ Ribbon shoulder straps
✨ Designed for a finished measurement of 22 inches from top to bottom, and 28 inches round
the body of the vest (to fit a bust of approximately 32–33 inches).
Briefs
✨ Knitted flat in two pieces, with the back slightly higher for improved coverage.
✨ Ribbed waist and leg openings, with leg ribbing added after construction.
✨ Finished length: 13.5 inches (front) and 15.5 inches (back), top to lower edge.
Materials Used:
✨ 7 oz (200g) of Parker and Carter “Wendy” Cashmere Baby Wool 3 ply yarn (4 oz for the vest,
3 oz for the briefs).
✨ A pair of No. 10 (3.25mm) knitting needles for the briefs.
✨ A No. 10 (3.25mm) circular needle for the vest.
✨ Stitch holder, ribbon (for shoulder straps), and elastic (for the briefs)
Gauge:
7.5 stitches and 10 rows per inch.
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!
