Knitting Counterpanes: Traditional Coverlet Patterns for Contemporary Knitters

Glossy, sewn wraps, 23 by 22.8 cm, [v] 179 pp., heavily illustrated in black and white. Very good with only minor wear to the covers and corners. From the back cover: "Elegant knitted coverings called counterpanes adorned many a bed in the 19th century. The patterns for most of these coverings, however, have been neglected for most of this century – until now […] This book presents the best yield of [the author's] research – 46 counterpane patterns and 32 lace edgings and borders for knitters of all skill levels." (Inventory #: 3872)