1930s Lingerie Knitting Pattern Book (Underwear Undies)

Description

1930s Lingerie Knitting Pattern Book (Underwear Undies)
Slim-Fit Undies
Vintage Knitted Panties, Camiknickers, and
Underwear Pattern Book
Weldons Practical Needlework No. 207
CONDITION
: new, softcover, crisp and glossy covers, 2008, 14 pages, unabridged, size: 8x10, published by Bramcost Publications
Originally published in the late 1930s, this book contains a collection of femine undergarment patterns meant to fit snugly under your clothes. This 14 page pattern book includes illustrations and full, detailed instructions for knitting 2 one piece spaghetti strap camiknickers, two piece tank and panties, a fluffy bed jacket, one piece spaghetti strap vest with panties, one piece babydoll look with lace-like trim, fancy rib pattern two piece vest and panties, and charming cosy jacket. One bed jacket is made with crochet.
Length of patterns can be changed by increasing/decreasing rows if you have a specific length preference for your undergarments. Patterns vary in sizes to fit a 33-35 inch bust, 34-36 inch bust, and 32-34 inch bust --
but don't fret if this isn't your size -- we also provide unbound:
basic directions for changing the size of a garment.
instructions for measuring your body for vintage patterns.
directions for choosing your size based on body measurements from the late 1800s through the 1950s when corsets and girdles made women thinner.
fittings guideline chart you can use to adjust patterns to fit tighter or looser based on your own preferences of a snug or loose fit with your clothing.
knitting/crochet
conversion instructions you can use if you like a specific pattern but are not skilled in knitting/crochet (or vice versa), you can do what you are familiar with.
Please see images for a sampling of patterns. Be sure to check our
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