Ynes! Hey there... That is an interesting idea. And it fits well with the stocking evidence that we do have both painted, extant and written. Hmmm... an elegant solution. Thank you. You've given me something to think about. :> Mari / Bridgette
On 11/23/05, Ynes Garcia <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > My theory on that is that garter stitch refers to a chunk of stitching > that's above the garter and keeps the stocking from falling through > better than a rolling edge does. And a small section of garter stitch > at the top of the stocking does do this very well. > > This is only a theory and is based entirely on the fact that it works > and not on historical evidence. > > - Ynes _______________________________________________ h-costume mailing list h-costume@mail.indra.com http://mail.indra.com/mailman/listinfo/h-costume
