A Manual of Hand-Made Bobbin Lace Work

A Manual of Hand-Made Bobbin Lace Work
Author: Margaret Maidment
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
Total Pages: 238
Release: 2013-05-31
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1473386381

This vintage book contains a comprehensive manual of hand-made bobbin lace work, with information on techniques, details on measurements, simple instructions, and a wealth of handy tips. Written in plain language and profusely illustrated, this volume is ideal for the beginner, and is not to be missed by collectors of vintage literature of this ilk. Contents include: “Lace”, “Preface”, “Foreword”, “Egyptian Twisted of Plaited Lace”, “Materials”, “General Methods”, “Stitches”, “Torchon Lace”, “Torchon Corners”, “Embroidery Finishings”, “Cluny and Beds-Maltese”, “Honiton Lace”, and “Bucks 'Pointed Ground'”. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on lace.

The Bobbin Lace Manual

The Bobbin Lace Manual
Author: Geraldine Stott
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 130
Release: 1988-01-01
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780486261942

Step-by-step instructions, carefully graded projects for creating Torchon, Bedfordshire, Braided, Modern, other exquisite laces. 26 patterns including motifs for bookmarks, edgings, inserts, corners, medallions. 229 illustrations, including over 50 3-color stitch diagrams.

Bobbin Lace

Bobbin Lace
Author: Brigita Fuhrmann
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 162
Release: 2012-08-15
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0486170888

Modern, step-by-step approach shows how to create every variety of bobbin lace, from the simplest stitches to the most challenging patterns. Suitable for needleworkers at all levels. 279 illustrations.

Lessons in Bobbin Lacemaking

Lessons in Bobbin Lacemaking
Author: Doris Southard
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Total Pages: 228
Release: 2012-03-08
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 0486139557

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.

Singer Instructions for Art Embroidery and Lace Work

Singer Instructions for Art Embroidery and Lace Work
Author: Singer Sewing Machine Company
Publisher: Open Chain Pub
Total Pages: 225
Release: 1941
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9780932086198

Presents over one hundred lessons in machine embroidery techniques, ranging from cording and openwork to lace and beadwork, using a straight-stitch machine

An Introduction to Bobbin Lace Making

An Introduction to Bobbin Lace Making
Author: Rosemary Shepherd
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2023-11-28
Genre:
ISBN: 9781648373886

Introduction to Bobbin Lacemaking is an instructional book ideal for all ages and skill levels. Readers learn the art and technique of lacemaking and its rich history. Weavers around the world have found it an indispensable guide.

A Compendium of Lace-Making - Bobbin, Filet, Needle-Point, Netting, Tatting and Much More - Four Volumes in One

A Compendium of Lace-Making - Bobbin, Filet, Needle-Point, Netting, Tatting and Much More - Four Volumes in One
Author: Various
Publisher: Read Books Ltd
Total Pages: 405
Release: 2013-04-18
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1447492005

This vintage book contains a comprehensive guide to lace and lace making, with information on bobbin, filet, needle-point, netting, tatting, and much more besides. Written in plain language and full of useful tips, “A Compendium of Lace-Making” is highly recommended for those with little previous experience. Although old, the information contained within this book is timeless, and will be of considerable utility to the modern reader. Contents include: “Bobbin Lace”, “ Bobbin Lace—The Foundation Stitches”, “Bobbin Lace—'Sewing' and 'Bars'”, “Bobbin Lace—'Raised Work'; 'Meshes'”, “Bobbin Lace—'Fillings'”, “Bobbin Lace Torchons”, “Bobbin Lace—Motifs”, “Ecclesiastical Lace”, “Filet Lace”, “Needle-Point Lace”, “Needle-Run Lace”, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on lace.

A Practical Guide to Needle Lace

A Practical Guide to Needle Lace
Author: Jacqueline Peter
Publisher: Schiffer Craft
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2020-01-28
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 9780764358692

The supportive, detailed guide that crafters want for frustration-free learning of all the basics, including core techniques and 40 different patterns.

The Complete Machine Embroidery Manual

The Complete Machine Embroidery Manual
Author: Elizabeth Keegan
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2014
Genre: Embroidery, Machine
ISBN: 9781782210993

This title provides everything sewing machine users need to know, from the types and formats of embroidery design available, how to get them off the internet and into their machine, how to stabilise fabric, which threads and needles to use, and how to use these designs creatively for beautiful results.

Practical Skills in Bobbin Lace

Practical Skills in Bobbin Lace
Author: Bridget M. Cook
Publisher: Batsford Books
Total Pages: 821
Release: 2014-02-12
Genre: Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN: 1849941742

The comprehensive guide provides the lacemaker with step-by-step instructions and illustrations on the techniques which make up this type of lacemaking. Divided into ten easy-to-follow sections, alternative methods of construction are closely examined and explained. Bridget M. Cook begins with starts and edges, describing the techniques of replacing threads and adding pairs, joinings, sewings, connections and crossings. Additional information is provided on picots, tallikes and venetian cords, plaits and braids. Other sections look at carrying pairs, raised work, corners, curves and holes, endings, moving work under construction and the mounting of completed lace. Practical Skills in Bobbin Lace will help all lacemakers to increase their repertoire of techniques.