The Romance of the Lace Pillow

The Romance of the Lace Pillow PDF

Author: Thomas Wright

Publisher:

Published: 1982-01-01

Total Pages: 271

ISBN-13: 9780903585125

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This illustrated history of hand-made lace concentrates particularly on the English East Midlands region, and was written shortly before the disappearance of its once flourishing lace industry. The book examines the origins and history of the industry, describing its characteristic types of lace and wide variety of bobbins. The tells (counting songs) of lace school children are featured, along with a glossary of terms.

Lessons in Bobbin Lacemaking

Lessons in Bobbin Lacemaking PDF

Author: Doris Southard

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2012-03-08

Total Pages: 228

ISBN-13: 0486139557

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Superb step-by-step guide enables even beginners to create beautiful lace according to age-old technique. Edgings, doilies, squares, petals, picots, more. Projects graded, simple to advanced. 249 illustrations. Bibliography.