Khaki knitting book
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Khaki knitting book

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eBook - ePub

Khaki knitting book

About this book

The Khaki Knitting Book is a comprehensive and practical guide published during World War I, designed to support those wishing to contribute to the war effort by knitting essential garments for soldiers. Compiled by the Spool Cotton Company, this book provides detailed instructions and patterns for a wide range of military necessities, including socks, mufflers, wristlets, helmets, sweaters, and other items suitable for men serving at the front. The patterns are tailored specifically for use with khaki-colored yarn, ensuring that the finished products meet military requirements for both color and functionality. The book opens with an introduction emphasizing the importance of home-front support and the comfort that hand-knitted items bring to soldiers enduring harsh conditions. It offers clear, step-by-step directions suitable for both beginners and experienced knitters, with illustrations and diagrams to aid in the creation of each piece. The Khaki Knitting Book also includes tips on selecting the right materials, caring for finished garments, and packaging items for shipment overseas. Beyond its practical content, the book serves as a historical artifact, reflecting the spirit of patriotism and community that characterized the era. It encourages readers to join the collective effort, highlighting the impact that even small acts of kindness can have on morale and well-being. With its blend of technical guidance and heartfelt appeal, the Khaki Knitting Book remains a valuable resource for knitters, historians, and anyone interested in the social history of wartime.

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Information

Publisher
Science & Technology Publishing
Year
2025
eBook ISBN
9782528123942
Subtopic
World War I

Table of contents

  1. Khaki Knitting Book
  2. FOREWORD
  3. INDEX
  4. LADIES’ KNITTED SWEATER IN KIMONO STYLE
  5. SLEEVELESS JACKET
  6. LADIES’ KNITTED SLIP-OVER SWEATER—Illustrated
  7. LARGE SLEEVELESS JACKET
  8. SLEEVELESS JERSEY
  9. REGULATION WRISTLETS WITH THUMB
  10. KNITTED WRISTLETS WITH SLIT FOR THUMB
  11. WRISTLETS
  12. Wristlets No. 1
  13. Wristlets No. 2
  14. CROCHETED WRISTLET WITH THUMBHOLE OR HALF GLOVE
  15. SOCKS, in Plain Knitting
  16. BED SOCKS
  17. REGULATION SOCKS—Illustrated
  18. LIGHT HARD-WEARING SOCK FOR MEN
  19. MAN’S SOCKS
  20. KNITTED SOCKS FOR SERVICE WEAR
  21. HEELLESS SOCKS
  22. HEELLESS SOCKS
  23. SIMPLE BED SOCKS
  24. MEN’S SOCKS KNIT ON 2 NEEDLES
  25. SOLDIERS’ KNITTED SLEEPING OR STUMP SOCKS
  26. KNITTED SOCKS FOR MEDIUM SIZED MEN
  27. CROCHETED HOSPITAL STOCKINGS
  28. KNITTED SLEEPING SOCKS
  29. BOYS’ KNITTED SWEATER
  30. CHILD’S CLOSED SWEATER WITH V NECK—Illustrated
  31. CHILD’S KNITTED SLIP-OVER SWEATER WITH COLLAR AND CUFFS—Illustrated
  32. CHILD’S KNITTED SWEATER
  33. CROCHETED SCARF I
  34. CROCHETED SCARF II
  35. KNITTED MUFFLER
  36. KNITTED THUMBLESS MITTENS
  37. CROCHETED THUMBLESS MITTENS
  38. MEN’S KNITTED MITTENS
  39. LONG CROCHETED WRISTLETS WITH 2 THUMB SPACES
  40. SHORT CROCHETED WRISTLETS
  41. MEN’S KNITTED MITTENS WITH THUMB AND INDEX FINGER
  42. KNITTED MITTENS FOR MEN—Illustrated
  43. KNITTED BATH MITT
  44. MEN’S AND BOYS’ POLO CAPS
  45. SEAMEN’S HELMET—Illustrated
  46. A MAN’S HELMET WITH CAPE PIECES
  47. HELMET (WITHOUT CAPE PIECES)
  48. SLEEPING CAP
  49. FRENCH SOLDIER’S CROCHETED CAP—Illustrated
  50. KNITTED CAP AND COMBINATION SCARF AND CAP FOR CONVALESCENT WEAR
  51. MEN’S TRENCH CAPS
  52. EAR PROTECTORS WITH HEAD BAND
  53. ABDOMINAL BAND
  54. KNITTED KNEE CAPS
  55. KNITTED EYE BANDAGE
  56. KNITTED WASH CLOTH
  57. HOT WATER BOTTLE COVER
  58. KNEE CAP
  59. ABDOMINAL SCARF BELT—Illustrated
  60. COMFORT BAGS FOR SOLDIER OR SAILOR WITH DRAW STRING AT TOP
  61. BOYS’ KNITTED STORM CAP
  62. INFANT’S KNITTED BAND
  63. INFANT’S KNITTED BAND
  64. BABY’S KNIT HOOD
  65. INFANT’S SNOWFLAKE HOOD
  66. INFANT’S HIGH KNITTED BOOTEES
  67. CHILD’S KNITTED MITTENS—Illustrated
  68. CHILD’S KNITTED MITTENS
  69. CHILD’S KNITTED MITTENS—Illustrated
  70. BABY’S KNITTED ANGORA MITTENS
  71. BABY’S THUMBLESS MITTENS
  72. BABY’S THUMBLESS MITTENS
  73. CHILD’S MITTENS
  74. CHILD’S SOCKS—Illustrated
  75. BOYS’ SOCKS—14 Years—Illustrated
  76. CHILD’S ¾-LENGTH SOCK, WITH SCOTCH TOP
  77. CROCHETED AND KNITTED AMBULANCE OR HOSPITAL BLANKETS
  78. CROCHET BLANKET WITH CROSS IN CENTRE
  79. KNITTED BLOCKS FOR BLANKETS, 6½ by 6½
  80. KNITTED BLANKET WITH AMERICAN FLAG CENTRE
  81. FLAG