Warm Half Square Shawl Knit PATTERN (1846)

The instructions to make this shawl appear in the 1846 edition of Decorative Needlework by Francis Lambert. This modern adaptation of the pattern has been translated and brought up-to-date for the contemporary knitter. Finished objects that are produced using this pattern may be worn by re-enactors looking to wear items that may have been knit in the middle of the 19th Century.

 The instructions to make “A Comfortable Comforter” appear in the 1843 edition of Selections of Knitting, Netting and Crochet Work. This modern edition of the pattern has been translated and brought up to date for the contemporary knitter. Finished objects produced using this pattern may be worn by reenactors looking to wear authentic items that could have been knit in the middle of the 19th Century. 

The instructions to make these “Very Pretty Cuffs” appear in Francis Lambert’s publication My Knitting Book, first published in 1843. They appear again as “Graham Muffatees” in the 1846 edition of Decorative Needlework, also written/compiled by Francis Lambert. A muffatee is a wrist cuff that may or may not have a hole for the thumb. Today we sometimes call them wristers or fingerless mitts. A muffatee provides a bit of extra warmth at the wrist. This modern edition of the pattern has been translated and brought up to date for the contemporary knitter. Finished objects produced using this pattern may be worn by re-enactors looking to wear authentic items that would have been knit in the middle of the 19th Century. The Graham Muffatee has been documented for use from the 1840s through the 1860s.

 The instructions to make this “Figured Comforter” appear in the 1838 edition of The Ladies’ Knitting and Netting Book. This modern edition of the pattern has been translated and brought up-to-date for the contemporary knitter. Finished objects that are produced using this pattern may be worn by reenactors looking to wear authentic items that would have been knit in the middle of the 19th Century. 

 The instructions to make this “Comforter” appear in the 1846 edition of Decorative Needlework by Francis Lambert. A comforter is an upper body covering that functions much like today’s scarf or shawl. It provides a bit of extra warmth to the shoulders and chest. This modern adaptation of the pattern has been translated and brought up-to-date for the contemporary knitter. Finished objects that are produced using this pattern may be worn by reenactors looking to wear items that may have been knit in the middle of the 19th Century.  

The instructions to make these “Shell Pattern Cuffs” appear in My Knitting Book by Miss Francis Lambert in 1843 as well as her 1846 edition of Decorative Needlework.This modern edition of the pattern has been translated and brought up to date for the contemporary knitter. Finished objects produced using this pattern may be worn by reenactors looking to wear authentic items that would have been knit in the middle of the 19th Century. 

 The instructions to make this “Bonnet Cap” appear in the 1846 edition of Decorative Needlework by Francis Lambert. A bonnet cap is an ear covering that functions much like today’s ear muffs. It provides a bit of extra warmth under the bonnet of the 19th century lady. This modern edition of the pattern has been translated and brought up-to-date for the contemporary knitter. Finished objects that are produced using this pattern may be worn by reenactors looking to wear authentic items that would have been knit in the middle of the 19thCentury.  

 The instructions to make “Another Pair of Muffatees” appear in Francis Lambert’s 1846 edition of Decorative Needlework. This modern edition of the pattern has been translated and brought up to date for the contemporary knitter. Finished objects produced using this pattern may be worn by re-enactors looking to wear authentic items that would have been knit in the middle of the 19th Century.