How to Darn Like a Victorian

Video link: https://youtu.be/az97W9YJDDI

Darning is one thing, in and of itself. But how were the Victorians instructed to darn things? Ideally by not letting garments wear down to the point of a hole in the first place buuut.

Some lighthearted shenanigans for you as the chaos of life unfolds around us.

Also, of course, a brief nod to the amazing Mrs. Crocombe who, if by some stroke of lightning you have not heard of her, can be found here.

Manual of Needlework and Cutting Out by Agnes Walker.

YouTube link here.

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