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.

50 Fabulous Knitted Lace Stitches

Author: Rita Weiss
Publisher: Leisure Arts
ISBN: 1601407831
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 66

Book Description
Rita Weiss shares her love of vintage knitted lace patterns in this book, which includes 50 of her most treasured designs. From scarves to tablecloths, Rita explains how pattern repeats are used to make your project any size. Whether you are a beginning lace knitter or a pro looking for a new challenge, you will be sure to find patterns you will want to try. You won't find any reference to gauge in this book, because you can work these stitches with any type of yarn or thread. Use the finest lace weight fiber for the most delicate of lace, or choose a worsted weight yarn for a completely different look. Patterns include Lace in a Cable, Crown of Glory, Bells, Fir Trees, Lace Ribbing, Vines, Dayflower, Far East Lace, and more. 50 Fabulous Knitted Lace Stitches (Leisure Arts #4529)

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 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!

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 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.

All about Making - Floral Bucks Point Lace

Author: Alexandra Stillwell
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780955469473
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 262

Book Description

Knitted Lace of Estonia

Author: Nancy Bush
Publisher: Interweave
ISBN: 9781596680531
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
Combining some of the oldest knitted artifacts in Northern Europe with authentic tips and expert advice, this distinctive guidebook demonstrates a wide range of knitting knowledge. Featuring 14 heirloom-quality projects, this savvy reference includes traditional lace-knitting techniques such as the starburst, twig, peacock, and lily of the valley patterns. Modern variations on classic methods and adding lace edges are also explored, and photographs from several Estonian museums beautifully illustrate various completed designs. With accessible graphed and written instructions, the projects include Estonian-style shawls, stoles, and scarves.