You can download the full-size chart, verbal instructions and notes here.
As I was knitting the sample I could see that the edging wanted to curve and would, therefore, be a good choice to border a round doily, tablecloth or shawl. I thought, however, that I would be able to block it straight for the photo. This proved not to be the case. When the sample was pinned as a conventional edging, there was no way to stretch the lower section sufficiently for the eyelets to open up. So I have concluded that this pattern is not merely suitable for round pieces, but in fact can be used only for such designs. If attached to a straight edge it might form a ruffle, but I think it would have to be blocked (curving) prior to being joined to the piece.
Next time: Torchon Edge
4 comments:
Thank you once again. Such lovely pieces. You are a star.
Is that as straight as you could reasonably block it? How curved can it get?
(i.e., what radius of doily would it be useful for?)
Fiona-
The sample was knit with fingering weight cotton on 2.25mm needles. As blocked it would fit a 5-1/2" to 6" doily. If you are planning to use the edging, I would definitely recommend doing your own sample first. Yarns/threads, needle sizes and individual knitting styles can make such a difference.
Kathleen
Oooohhh!
I have a definite need for a collar for a sweatshirt (or two or three) - and this would seem to be just about perfect for that job!
Thank you for knitting this up to show the end result AND for 'modernizing" the pattern so that others (myself included) could attempt it.
I've just surfed in tonight - but I will be back for more lace edgings.
Happy knitting,
Janey
janeyknitting AT yahoo DOT ca
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