The Torchon Lace Workbook

By Bridget M. Cook

Book Overview

Of the various bobbin lace types, "torchon" lace is probably the best for a beginner to tackle. Based on a combination of attractive motifs with a geometrical ground, it uses a simple range of stitches to produce relatively speedy and gratifying results. Exercises cover: -the half stitch-the whole stitch-diamonds-spiders-rosegrounds-Scandinavian holes-gimps-tallies-leaves-plaits and picots The book includes 27 projects for lace, including nursery lace, fans, hearts, borders, and edgings, collars, frills, coasters, squares, handkerchiefs, and more. Clear, full-color photographs and color-coded diagrams are of great pratical help. Beginners will welcome this book with its concise, progressive approach: experts will find a wealth of original designs to add to their repertoire.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0312021194
• ISBN13: 9780312021191
• Release Date: December 1988
• Publisher: St. Martin's Press
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.4" x 0.3" x 8.5"