Needlelace

Needlelace patterns and the dedicatory poem from a late 16th century modelbook.

Discusses different kinds of lace and when they were popular. Includes pictures showing period and non-period examples.

Needlelace patterns, and a few embroidery patterns, from an early 17th century English pattern-book.

A practical text-book of design and workmanshi p by Mrs. Archibald H. Christie, with drawings by the author and other illustrati ons. Includes instructio ns for doing many different kinds of stitches, recommenda tions for tools, and diagrams from historical patterns.

Needlelace and class notes from Grace Gamble

Patterns for needle lace, based on various 16th and 17th century sources.

Photos and discussion of Italian lacemaking styles. Volume 1 includes lacis, drawn-thread work, buratto, punto a reticello, and punto in aria; Volume 2 covers bobbin lace from Venice, Genoa, Milan, and Abruzzi.

An online facsimile from a 19th century German reprinting of book two of Le Pompe.