These edgings are suitable for a variety of uses, including trim on sheets, pillowcases, tablecloths, napkins, shawls and scarves, and lingerie. Have fun making your own Victorian knitted borders and edgings!

Designer Weldon’s Practical Needlework, Volumes 2 and 5. Projects selected and knitted by Katrina King.

Yarn Handy Hands Lisbeth, size 20.

Needle Size 0 (2mm).

Note Do keep in mind that the instructions below are exactly as they were printed in the original volumes of Weldon’s, published in London in 1887 (Volume 2) and 1890 (Volume 5); neither alterations nor corrections were made.