This pattern comes from Weldon’s Practical Knitter, Eleventh Series, No. 46, 1889, and can be found in Interweave Press’s facsimile, Weldon’s Practical Needlework, Volume Four, 2001.

The original pattern calls for “pretty coloured Andalusian wool” and “a small skein of black single Berlin wool.” The “very tiny tassel” should also be made from another colour of “Andalusian wool.”

The 19th century needles suggested were “four steel needles, No. 17” (modern equivalent 1.75mm/US 00.)

As with most 19th century patterns, there is no gauge/tension stated in the pattern. There are also no stated finished dimensions. The pattern is written entirely in text and there are no charts. There is, however, an illustration.