Beeton's Book of Needlework by Isabella Beeton

In 1870, Beeton's Book of Needlework by Isabella Beeton was published.  Years ago I had picked up a hard-backed copy.  Here is a list of the netting items included in her book.

1. Netting - with illustration (page 301, item # 302)
2. To net - with illustration (page 302, item # 303)
3. Square Netting - with illustration (page 303, item # 304)
4. Round Netting - with illustration (page 304, item # 305)
5. Diamond Netting (page 304, item # 306)
6. To Net Rounds - with illustration (page 304, item # 307)
7. "English" Netting (page 305, item # 308)
8. Lace Edging (page 305, item # 309)
9. Open Lace - with illustration (page 305, item # 310)
10. Shell Border - with illustration (page 306, item # 311)
11. Netted Fichu or Cape - with illustration (page 316, item # 315)
12. Netted Nightcap - with illustration (page 361, item # 343)
13. Netted Nightcap - with illustration (page 363, item # 344

I loved the Netted Fichu or Cape, especially the edge.  When I finally made it several years ago, I was disappointed in the size. It would have worked nicely for my young granddaughter.  

I wanted to wear it as a Cape or Shawl, so I tried again.  This time I used larger mesh sticks and was pleased with the result.

One of these days I'm going to experiment and use another decorative stitch instead of the plain stitch for this shawl.