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Comprehensive, profusely illustrated book, written with charm and enthusiasm, discusses techniques of making, mending, cleaning, and caring for lace. Over 100 large photos identify Honiton, Flemish Pillow Lace, Irish Needlerun Tambour Lace, Brussels Rose Point, and many other important laces. Also includes complete instructions and drawings for making pillow lace and needlepoint lace.
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Even the average knitter can now begin to knit in modern lace patterns — "Celandine," "Mosaic," "Rose Leaf," "Candlelight," "Coronet," "Valentine," "Azalea," "Primula," "Sun Ray," "English Crystal," "Springtime," "Three of Hearts" — all by well-known modern lace designer Marianne Kinzel. What is especially attractive about Mrs. Kinzel's approach is not only her fine knitted lace designs but also the comparatively short time and low
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"The mad passion for forbidden lace has infiltrated France, pulling soldier and courtier alike into its web. For those who want the best, Flemish lace is the only choice, an exquisite perfection of thread and air. For those who want something they don't have, Flemish lace can buy almost anything, or anyone. For Lisette, lace begins her downfall, and the only way to atone for her sins is to outwit the noble who now demands an impossible length of it....
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Learn an updated take on the vintage art of broomstick lace with easy-to-follow photo tutorials! Made using a super-huge needle (the "broomstick") and a crochet hook, this technique creates, a very distinctive cluster lace stitch that's fun and fast to crochet.
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Fleeing for Ireland in the wake of a failed relationship, fashion designer Kate Robinson finds herself in a coastal Gaelic village and bonds with the members of a lace-making society, through whom she finds healing by listening to their stories of loss and suffering.
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This vintage book contains a detailed account of the history of lace, with information on its origins, development, and popularity throughout history. This profusely-illustrated volume is highly recommended for those with an interest in historical fashions and trends, and it would make for a worthy addition to any collection. Contents include: "Needlework", "Cutwork", "Lace", "Guipure", "Venice", "Genoa", "Malta", "Flanders", "Hainault", "Louis XIV",...
9) Fiona's lace
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[2014]
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IL: LG - BL: 4.3 - AR Pts: 1
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AD 740L
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"Fiona and her family moved from Ireland to Chicago to begin a new life. Yet, when the family is struck with misfortune, will Fiona's lace help save them?"--
10) Knit in comfort
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"As the women in the North Carolina town of Comfort come together for the annual craft fair, the intricacies of their knitting and lace-making echo the complexities of their lives"--Provided by publisher.
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"Re-create the beauty of a summer garden with this gorgeous selection of flowers, leaves and plants to crochet. From lacy blossoms to delicate ferns, you'll find patterns to suit any color, style or season. Small and quick to crochet, these flowers work wonderfully as accents for larger projects, as a creative use for leftover thread or a colorful introduction to thread crochet.Whether you're new to thread crochet, or a longtime enthusiast, you'll...
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