A Dictionary of Lace by Pat Earnshaw

A Dictionary of Lace by Pat Earnshaw

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A Dictionary of Lace by Pat Earnshaw

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.
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ISBN 13 9780486404820
ISBN 10 048640482X
Title A Dictionary of Lace
Author Pat Earnshaw
Series Dover Knitting Crochet Tatting Lace
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Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Dover Publications Inc.
Year published 2003-03-28
Number of pages 240
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
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