One, Two, Buckle My Shoe -

is thought to be slang for the heavy, round pillow that supported the lacework.

may refer to the wooden pins used in lacemaking machines. One, Two, Buckle My Shoe

While many people only know the first ten numbers, the traditional version actually counts up to twenty: Buckle my shoe 3, 4: Shut the door (or "knock at the door") 5, 6: Pick up sticks 7, 8: Lay them straight 9, 10: A big fat hen 11, 12: Dig and delve 13, 14: Maids a-courting 15, 16: Maids in the kitchen 17, 18: Maids in waiting 19, 20: My plate’s empty (or "my stomach's empty") Historical Origins & Meanings is thought to be slang for the heavy,