Duchesse Lace by Jane Newble-De Graaf

Duchesse Lace by Jane Newble-De Graaf

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This is an introduction to Duchesse lace, a Dutch variety of "non-continuous" bobbin lace in which motifs are connected by braids, sewing and fillings, as in Honiton lace, with which it has certain similarities.

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Duchesse Lace by Jane Newble-De Graaf

This is an introduction to Duchesse lace, a Dutch variety of "non-continuous" bobbin lace in which motifs are connected by braids, sewing and fillings, as in Honiton lace, with which it has certain similarities. After some notes on its history, the author concentrates on techniques and design, covering equipment, basic methods, braids and connections, motifs such as flowers and curls, leaves, fillings and berries. The reader is presented with patterns to work at appropriate points and there is advice on mounts and frames, ways of making use of lace, and practical approaches to design.
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ISBN 13 9780713456295
ISBN 10 0713456299
Title Duchesse Lace
Author Jane Newble-De Graaf
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Batsford Ltd
Year published 1989-03-05
Number of pages 120
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.