This pattern is from The Workwoman’s Guide by a Lady, London: Simpkin, Marshall, and Co., Stationer’s Hall Court: Thomas Evans, Colmore Row, Birmingham (1838.)

The pattern, which consists of three sentences, describes the sole as one “to be put within a shoe or a boot,” and “is made in double knitting.” That is, 19th century double knitting. Neither a type of wool or the size of needles are recommended. The number of stitches to be cast on and the number of rows to be knit are stated.

As with many patterns from the past, this one is probably a set of guidelines, and the experienced knitter would adapt it for the required size.

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