Description
Immensely useful volume, containing over 400 lace-related terms such as Florentine knots, lappets, a pillow horse, winkie pin, spangles, reticella, honiton, guipure, and Tuscan filet, discusses the origin, nomenclature, date and sequences of development of the more controversial forms. Enhanced with over 250 illustrations depicting various lace patterns, including a magnificent lace collar worn by Gustavus Adolphus of Sweden, Queen Victoria's wedding veil, the bridal tulle worn by Diana, Princess of Wales; and much more. A valuable book for lace-makers; a handy reference for cultural historians and needlecraft and fashion writers.
Author: Pat Earnshaw
Publisher: Dover Publications
Published: 07/17/2012
Pages: 256
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.67lbs
Size: 8.15h x 5.82w x 0.48d
ISBN13: 9780486404820
ISBN10: 048640482X
BISAC Categories:
- Crafts & Hobbies | Reference
- Crafts & Hobbies | Needlework | Knitting
- Antiques & Collectibles | Textiles & Costume
Author: Pat Earnshaw
Publisher: Dover Publications
Published: 07/17/2012
Pages: 256
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.67lbs
Size: 8.15h x 5.82w x 0.48d
ISBN13: 9780486404820
ISBN10: 048640482X
BISAC Categories:
- Crafts & Hobbies | Reference
- Crafts & Hobbies | Needlework | Knitting
- Antiques & Collectibles | Textiles & Costume
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