Land Girls wore practical clothing suited to farm work, including woollen garments to keep warm during chilly mornings. Fingerless mittens were popular because they allowed dexterity while protecting hands from cold weather. Knitting these mittens was a common pastime, and patterns like the free one shared here were widely used.
A free vintage pattern from the 1940 publication of Knitcraft, an Australian knitting magazine. It features a deep U-shaped neckline and some clever but simple waist shaping, and is perfect for dressing up in true vintage style or just throwing on over a pair of jeans.