The National World War II Museum has a Knit you Bit! Nostalgic Knitting Project… Knitting for Veterans. Knitters are asked to donate scarves, which will be donated to VA Hospitals and other Veteran organizations throughout the country.

Check The National World War II Museum Website for updates and specifics on where to send your completed scarves.

The American Red Cross Museum Website has original Knitting Patterns (in pdf
format) for the following:

• May, 1942 - U.S. Navy - Iceland Sweater (Ribbed Pullover with Turtleneck)
• January, 1945  - Man’s Coat Sweater
• December, 1941 - Man’s V Neck Sweater, Sleeveless
• circa 1940’s - Man’s Sock
• May, 1941 - Child’s Sweater
• January, 1942 - Gloves for Servicemen
• January, 1940 - Muffler
• October, 1939 - Afghan
• December, 1941 - U.S. Navy Watch Cap

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