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29/9/2021 0 Comments

75 Quick & Easy Bobbin Lace Patterns -Veronica Sorenson

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Batsford Ltd; First Edition (30 May 1998)
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780713481136
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0713481136
75 Quick & Easy Bobbin Lace Patterns by Veronica Sorenson

​The idea behind this book was that it should use simple techniques and only a small number of bobbins.

The patterns come with basic information on how to approach the working so this is aimed more at the adventurous beginner with a knowledge of basic techniques
What works well?
  • All of the patterns on the front and back cover are included in the book
  • The book is filled with clear diagrams and is multi-lingual
Anything that we need to take into consideration?​
  • This book is available on kindle but care should be taken to ensure that you are able to print the patterns out at the correct size.
  • This book is out of print and occasionally comes up on second hand sites or eBay.
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17/2/2021 0 Comments

Grof (Brugs) Bloemwerk - Sonia Vanoosterwijck

Publisher : Kantcentrum, Belgium; First Edition (1 Jan. 1996)
Grof (Brugs) Bloemwerk by Sonia Vanoosterwijck
The pack consists of a number of elements:
  • Set 1 - Foreword and historical notes
  • Set 2 - 8 individual pattern sheets.  Each pattern is printed on a separate large folded sheet. 
  • Set 3 - Stapled booklet of techniques

The pack is printed with multilingual text in English, Dutch, German and French.
What works well?
  • The technique booklet works well, allowing you to look at the elements you need when working with the patterns.
Anything that we need to take into consideration?
  • Check that the pack is complete before buying.
  • ​This pack is currently out of print.  It rarely appears second hand and is worth buying if you can find it at a reasonable price.
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17/2/2021 0 Comments

Designing for Bruges Flower Lace - Edna Sutton

Publisher : Dryad Press; 1st edition (28 Oct. 1987)
ISBN-10 : 085219689X
ISBN-13 : 978-0852196892
Designing for Bruges Flower Lace by Edna Sutton
​This book compliments Edna's other two books; Bruges Flower Lace and Bruges Flower Lace Patterns.

The concept of the book is to help the lacemaker learn how to design Bruges Flower Lace patterns.
What works well?
  • Edna Sutton takes you through clearly how to create your own patterns through from concept to realisation.
Anything that we need to take into consideration?
  • ​This book is currently out of print, but is available online booksellers as well as on eBay and is worth buying when you see it.
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17/2/2021 0 Comments

Bruges Flower Lace Patterns - Edna Sutton

Publisher : Dryad P.; 1st Edition (27 Aug. 1988)
ISBN-10 : 0852197144
ISBN-13 : 978-0852197141
Bruges Flower Lace Patterns by Edna Sutton
​This book compliments Edna's other two books; Bruges Flower Lace and Designing for Bruges Flower Lace.

​The book consists of 24 lace patterns along with short notes on each of the patterns which reference the techniques in Edna's Bruges Flower Lace
What works well?
  • The patterns are printed onto card that is perforated so it can be torn out of the book easily.
Anything that we need to take into consideration?
  • ​This book is currently out of print, but is available online booksellers as well as on eBay and is worth buying when you see it.
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17/2/2021 0 Comments

Bruges Flower Lace - Edna Sutton

Publisher : Batsford (1985)
ISBN-10 : 0713483067
ISBN-13 : 978-0713483062
Bruges Flower Lace by Edna Sutton
Edna Sutton's book was the first English language book published on Bruges flower lace and introduced a whole generation of lacemakers to this floral lace.

​Edna Sutton also published two other books; Bruges Flower Lace Patterns and Designing for Bruges Flower Lace.
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What works well?
  • The line drawings and black and white photos show the techniques clearly and compliment the text
Anything that we need to take into consideration?
  • ​This book is currently out of print, but is available online booksellers as well as on eBay and is worth buying when you see it.
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17/2/2021 0 Comments

The Technique of Bruges Flower Lace -  Veronica Sorenson and J E H Rombach-de Kievid

Publisher : Batsford Ltd; Reprinted Ed edition (5 Mar. 1995)
ISBN-10 : 0713473290
ISBN-13 : 978-0713473292
The Technique of Bruges Flower Lace by Veronica Sorenson and J E H Rombach-de Kievid
​J E H Romach-de Kievid also authored the Dutch language book on Bruges Flower Lace.

​This book takes you from the basics through to more advanced patterns and techniques.
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What works well?
  • The line drawings and black and white photos show the techniques clearly and compliment the text
Anything that we need to take into consideration?
  • ​This book is currently out of print, it is occasionally available on eBay and is worth buying when you see it.
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17/2/2021 0 Comments

Bruges Bloemwerk - J E H Rombach-de Kievid

Publisher : Uitgeverij Terra Lannoo; 1st edition (1 Jan. 1987)
ISBN-10 : 9062552196
ISBN-13 : 978-9062552191
Bruges Bloemwerk by J E H Rombach-de Kievid
This author co-authored the English language book The Techniques of Bruge Flower Lace with Veronica Sorenson

Whilst this book is in Dutch, the line drawings and photos clearly show the techniques used in the book.
What works well?
  • The line drawings and black and white photos show the techniques clearly.
Anything that we need to take into consideration?
  • The patterns for this book are supplied on two sheets as a supplement, at the back of the book.  You need to ensure that these are included when buying the book
  • Although this pack is printed in Dutch, translating it should not be an issue - read my post on translations
  • This book is currently out of print, it is occasionally available on eBay
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13/1/2021 0 Comments

An Introduction to Bruges Lace -Jean Hardy

Publisher : The Lace Guild (2009)
ISBN : 978 1 901372 27 4
An Introduction to Bruges Lace by Jean Hardy
Jean Hardy wrote a series of articles on Beginner's Bruges, which first appeared in Lace 88 - 91.  
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Jean gave the Lace Guild permission to publish these as a booklet.
The aim of this series of booklets from The Lace Guild is to offer beginner's guides that can be followed with our without teacher support
What works well?
  • The accompanying words to each of the projects are clear and well written.
  • The booklet is illustrated throughout with black and white photos, clear line drawings and diagrams 
Anything that we need to take into consideration?​
  • The flower basket shown on the introductory page is included in the prickings
  • This book is currently available from both The Lace Guild and lace suppliers
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