02190cam a22003133u 4500 37456 UtSlPG 20260610133844.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 TT Ryder, H. P. Cycling and Shooting Knickerbocker Stockings : How to Knit Them With Plain and Fancy Turnover Tops Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-09-16 Produced by David Edwards, Melissa McDaniel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Cycling and Shooting Knickerbocker Stockings" by H. P. Ryder is a knitting guide published in the late 19th century, specifically around the year 1896. This book provides detailed instructions for knitting knickerbocker stockings, a popular style of hosiery during that time, often associated with cycling and shooting activities. The guide includes various patterns and techniques suited for different types of knitted stocking tops, aiming to cater to both functionality and style. The book contains comprehensive step-by-step instructions on how to create knickerbocker stockings using multiple yarn colors, alongside various decorative patterns. It elaborates on general knitting techniques, such as joining wool, increasing and decreasing stitches, and specific methods for stitching fancy tops. Each pattern is meticulously described with clear measurements and stitch counts to guide knitters of varying skill levels. Ryder's approach ensures that readers can adjust the size and style of the stockings to suit their preferences, making it a valuable resource for enthusiasts of knitting and vintage fashion. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Knitting -- Patterns Socks https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/37456 78296 78296