A Dictionary of Lace

Author: Pat Earnshaw
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 048640482X
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 258

Book Description
Handy reference of more than 400 lace-related terms (Florentine knots, lappets, spangles, reticella, honiton, Tuscan filet, etc.) plus discussions of the origin, nomenclature, dating, and development of more controversial lace forms. Over 250 illustrations depict such lovely creations as Queen Victoria's wedding veil and the bridal tulle worn by Diana, Princess of Wales.

280 Japanese Lace Stitches

Author: Nihon Vogue
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
ISBN: 1462922406
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 157

Book Description
Embrace the Japanese concept of ma (negative space) with these delicate lace stitches. 280 Japanese Lace Stitches is a fun and informative resource for experienced knitters. This book is filled with a wonderful variety of beautiful, openwork stitch patterns, including leaf patterns, diamonds, circles and waves--perennial favorites that can be applied to every type of project, from sweaters to blankets. With full-color photos and expert explanations of the symbols and patterns, knitters can expand their knowledge of this elegant and classic style. 11 basic projects give you a chance to try some of these patterns right away. These gentle introductions include such accessories as: A stripe-textured shawl A short cowl Handwarmers with a circle pattern A versatile winter hat And more! Japanese knitting guru Gayle Roehm introduces the patterns and explains the ins and outs of Japanese knitting. A handy index allows you to search for patterns by number of steps and stitches required, so you can shop from the intricacy side of the menu. A section on how to knit the symbols takes you step-by-step through the stitches used in this book.

First Book of Modern Lace Knitting

Author: Marianne Kinzel
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486317420
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 98

Book Description
Easily learned, low-cost fundamental methods for over 25 distinctive projects, including Rose Leaf, English Crystal, Mosaic, Coronet, Valentine, Celandine, more. Includes diagrams, charts, and photographs of completed articles.

Victorian Lace Today

Author: Jane Sowerby
Publisher: XRX Books
ISBN: 9781933064109
Category : Knitted lace
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Part project book and part history lesson, this unmatched collection of lace patterns offers techniques for embellishment and edging to shawls and scarves. The 40 projects are deciphered, rewritten, charted, and adapted for modern tools and fibers, and are presented with full-color photos and illustrations of both the works-in-progress and the finished items. Comprehensive information on the tools and techniques of lace knitting helps beginning knitters, and challenging patterns keep experienced and ambitious knitters engaged. Delicate and decorative, the historical lace patterns in this book are adventurous and dynamic.

The Magic of Shetland Lace Knitting

Author: Elizabeth Lovick
Publisher: Macmillan
ISBN: 1250039088
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 147

Book Description
A guide to making Shetland lace projects, including traditional Shetland motifs, patterns, and insertions such as cat's paw, candlelight, horse shoe and many more.

The New Crochet Stitch Dictionary

Author: Nele Braas
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 0811768678
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 273

Book Description
This is the ultimate collection of crochet stitch inspiration! 440 stitches are presented in color, each with a sample swatch of the fabric and charted instructions with notes and detailed chart keys. Divided into ten chapters by the type of stitches, such as shells, waves and chevrons, openwork, cables and textures, and even borders and granny squares, this collection boasts a vast variety of stitches, well organized and presented in an easy-to-use fashion. You'll reference this indispensable resource again and again!

Crochet Lace

Author: Jean Leinhauser
Publisher: Sterling Publishing Company, Inc.
ISBN: 140273350X
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 148

Book Description
Every crocheter stares admiringly at vintage lace, wishing to replicate its delicacy and elegance. The originals were stitched with finer thread than we use today, making that gorgeous heirloom-quality crochet lace an elusive dream. This unique guide showcases a collection of antique tablecloths and bedspreads--each a magnificent example of the crocheter’s art--and revises the old techniques to suit today’s threads. Complete patterns are included for each project, along with instructions and full-page photos that make intricate designs easy to follow. Special attention is paid to working with traditional steel hooks and choosing the perfect crochet threads, and plenty of advice is offered for working in filet. These projects take time, but the results will become tomorrow’s heirlooms.

The Technique of Tønder Lace

Author: Inge Skovgaard
Publisher: B. T. Batsford Limited
ISBN:
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 152

Book Description
Tonder bobbin lace originates in Southwest Jutland. This book contains a range of traditional patterns taken from the author's own collection, provided with photographs, prickings, line drawings and diagrams. The first section of the book looks at the history of Tonder bobbin lace, which dates from around 1600 and was a thriving industry in the Tonder district until the second half of the 19th century. Stories are told of the characterful lives of some of the lacemakers. This book features many of the patterns of the first half of the 19th century as well as a list of museums and suppliers and a brief dictionary of lace terms in Danish and English.

History of Lace

Author: Mrs. Bury Palliser
Publisher: Courier Corporation
ISBN: 0486247422
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 673

Book Description
Definitive, profusely illustrated history traces development of lace from earliest times to late 19th century. Laces of Italy, Greece, England, France, Flanders, Spain, Scotland, Ireland, many other lands. Scholarly, erudite treatment of reticella, point de France, Valenciennes, Chantilly, point d'Espagne, host of other varieties. Landmark of 19th-century scholarship revised and enlarged in 1901. 266 illustrations.

Vogue Knitting

Author: Vogue Magazine
Publisher: Sixth & Spring Books
ISBN: 9781970048001
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
A companion to Vogue Knitting: The Ultimate Knitting Book, this ultimate stitch dictionary compiles the best of the Vogue Knitting Stitchionary series into a single volume. More than 800 stitches--including 100 that are brand new-- encompass knit and purl textures, cables, lace, colorwork, edgings, and other combinations, all pulled from Vogue Knitting. Patterns feature both text and chart instructions whenever possible. Featuring enhanced photography and hundreds of additional charts, this is beautiful, user-friendly, and a source of creativity.