Category: Bobbins

Turning Lace Bobbins - David Springett

30/1/2021

Publisher : C & D Springett (1 Sept. 1995)
ISBN-10 : 0951715747
ISBN-13 : 978-0951715741

Turning Lace Bobbins by David Springett
David is one of the bobbin turners who helped with the resurgence of bobbin making in the 1970s and onwards.

This book takes you through every type of bobbin you might want to make including mother and baby and grandmother bobbins.

There are chapters on splicing woods, decorating bobbins and even making miniature bobbins.

What works well?

The step by step photos taking you through the different techniques are outstanding.

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book is still in print and available from the author so do support Christine & David Springett by buying direct.

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Lace and Bobbins - T L Huetson

29/1/2021

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Publisher : David & Charles; New, Subsequent edition (26 Jan. 1984)
ISBN-10 : 0715385402
ISBN-13 : 978-0715385401

Lace and Bobbins by T L Huetson
Originally published in 1973, this book was firmly aimed at the bobbin and lace equipment collectors.

Covering the basic identification of lace and equipment it has a few black and white plates illustrating different

What works well?

The black and white plates of antique bobbins are well done.

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book contains no prickings or techniques
This book is out of print, but comes regularly on second hand market places

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The Little Lace Book - Luton Museum and Art Gallery

21/1/2021

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Publisher : Luton Museum & Art Gallery (1 Dec. 1980)
ISBN-10 : 0907106064
ISBN-13 : 978-0907106067

The Little Lace Book by Luton Museum and Art Gallery
This is a lovely little book which would make a perfect gift for someone who is just starting out as a lacemaker, so long as it was not purchased at more than a few pounds.

What works well?

Illustrated throughout with black and white photos that compliment the text
A number of the illustrations have been taken from the Museum's previous book; Pillow Lace in the East Midlands

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book is out of print, but is available from most online book outlets

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Pillow Lace in the East Midlands - Charles Freeman

20/1/2021

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ASIN : B0007JTK82
Publisher : The County Borough Of Luton Museum And Art Gallery (1 Jan. 1966)
Paperback : 51 pages

Pillow Lace in the East Midlands by Charles Freeman
This little book is a good history of lacemaking in the East Midlands. First published in 1958, it continued to be reprinted up and into the mid 70s.

Much of the source material came from Ann Buck's research.

What works well?

Illustrated throughout with black and white photos that compliment the text, including antique equipment and bobbins

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book is out of print, but is available from most online book outlets

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Pillow Lace and Bobbins - Jeff Hopewell

20/1/2021

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Publisher : Shire Publications; New edition (6 Mar. 1999)
ISBN-10 : 0747804001
ISBN-13 : 978-0747804000

Pillow Lace and Bobbins by Jeff Hopewell
This little booklet has been in print for many years and is an interesting short history of lacemaking in the UK along with information on equipment.

What works well?

Illustrated throughout with black and white photos that compliment the text

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book is out of print, but is available from most online book outlets

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