To knit for servicewomen... Cosy Balaclava by Australian Women's Weekly

To knit for servicewomen... Cosy Balaclava

Knitting
May 1943
Generic 4 ply wool
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
US 3 - 3.25 mm
English
This pattern is available for free.

Side-fastening is a feature of this comfy hand-knit. It can be quickly adjusted without dragging or pulling of hair. Directions for balaclava given… complete the series of hand-knit comforts for women in the Services.

In foregoing issues of The Australian Women’s Weekly, knitting directions were given for scarf, mittens, gloves, sleeveless pullover, and socks.

Materials: 2½oz. 4-ply wool, 1 pair No. 10 needles and 1 set (4) No. 10 needles (loose knitters must use No. 11 needles to obtain a well-fitting cap). 5 matching buttons ½in. in diameter.

One pound of wool in either navy or khaki is sufficient for working the complete set.