1950s Vogue Two-Piece Bathing Suit / Knitting Pattern

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This is a PDF file of a vintage pattern available to download and print at home on 8.5 x 11 paper. The file will be delivered electronically via a link sent automatically to the email used during the purchase transaction.

Pattern Description

Featuring a classic 1950s design, the Vogue Two-Piece Bathing Suit is perfect for a day of fun at the pool. The timeless style and "hug-me-tight" construction make for standout summer swimwear that won't go out of style. Enjoy the nostalgia of a timeless classic with the Vogue Two-Piece Bathing Suit.

The top is buttoned (18 buttons) with separate shorts.

This knit pattern was included in the Vogue Knitting Book  (1950 Spring and Summer).  This PDF Download is a subset of Vogue's Knitting Book.

Size Guide

	12	14	16	18	20
Bust	30"	32"	34"	36"	38"
Waist	25"	26-1/2"	28"	30"	32"
Hip	33"	35"	37"	39"	41"

 

Directions are for size 10 (Bust 28), however, garment instructions include changes for sizes 12 and 14 (Bust 30 and 32).  Additionally, included in PDF are instructions to change size of garments to another regulation size shown above.

Pattern Includes

1. Cover Page

2. Comparative measurements - Pattern sizes Bust 30 to Bust 38.

3. Knitting Abbreviations & Terms

4. Crochet and Knitting Stitches

5. Basic Directions (includes how to adjust pattern to your size)

6. Knitting Needles Description

7. Two-piece Bathing Suit Instructions

 

Materials Required

Botany Dress yarn, 6 2-oz. skeins. 

1 set No. 1 dp knitting needles, No. 4 knitting needles.

2 spools elastic thread.

No. 5 steel crochet hook.

16 small buttons 

 Gauge

7 sts = 1”; 9 rows = 1”.

 

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