Category: Bucks Point

31/1/2021 0 Comments

A Visual Introduction to Bucks Point Lace - Geraldine Stott

Publisher : Batsford Ltd; 1st edition (28 Nov. 1985)
ISBN-10 : 0713443715
ISBN-13 : 978-0713443714

A Visual Introduction to Bucks Point Lace by Geraldine Stott
When this book came out in 1985 it was considered a game changer as it used three colours in the diagrams;

Red for cloth stitch (CTC)
Blue for half stitch (CT)
Black for weaving and gimp threads)

In addition to using the colours in the diagrams, each of the patterns has clear instructions on how to work them.

Bucks Point lace traditionally was made in straight pieces so Geraldine not only trued up a number of traditional patterns for this book but also designed corners to go with these patterns.

What works well?

The book takes you through from the basics of Bucks Point step by step
The use of multi-coloured diagrams really help in learning the techniques

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book is out of print, but readily available on online book sellers, eBay and through lace suppliers

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31/1/2021 0 Comments

Discover: Delapre Abby in Lace - Jackie Poulter

Publisher : Jackie Poulter (19 June 2019)
ISBN-10 : 1916136702
ISBN-13 : 978-1916136700

Discover: Delapre Abby in Lace by Jackie Poulter
In the summer of 2019, Delapre Abbey, in Northampton, hosted The Lace Guild's Triennial Exhibition with lace inspired by the Abbey's architecture.

This book is aimed at the intermediate to advanced lacemaker who is familiar with the techniques of torchon, Bedfordshire, Milanese and Bucks Point lacemaking.

What works well?

Including designs by Jennifer MacPherson and Louise West, this book is not just beautiful with photos and designs, but inspiration as to how to interpret your surroundings in lace.

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book available from Roseground, Louise West or from the author

This book has been reviewed on the lace gumnuts site
The result of a UK Lace Guild Triennial Lace Competition and exhibition in Northampton’s Delapre Abbey. Several lacemakers met at the Abbey, took photos of various features, and designed laces of all types based on those features. Types of lace include Torchon, Milanese, Bedfordshire, Bucks Point, Needlelace and tatting, 24 patterns in all.

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31/1/2021 0 Comments

The Technique of Bucks Point Lace - Pamela Nottingham

Publisher : Batsford Ltd; 1st edition (26 Nov. 1981)
ISBN-10 : 0713421754
ISBN-13 : 978-0713421750

The Technique of Bucks Point Lace by Pamela Nottingham
I'm going to start this book blog with a confession - I have a very big soft spot for Pamela Nottingham's books.

My first lace book was Bobbin Lace Making and then I went on to learn Torchon and Bedfordshire lace through her Technique of books.

This book should not be confused with Pam's other book on Bucks Point: Bucks Point Lacemaking.

What works well?

Pam Nottingham's writing style is very easy to read. She is very descriptive.

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book was one of the first of Pam's books to be published with colour diagrams where the use of blue and black were used to help define the diagrams.
This book is out of print, but frequently comes up on eBay.

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31/1/2021 0 Comments

Instructions in the Art of Making the Buckingham Pillow Lace - Georgina M Roberts and Alexandra F Stillwell

Publisher : Salex Publishing (April 16, 2007)
ISBN-10 : 0955469422
ISBN-13 : 978-0955469428

Instructions in the Art of Making the Buckingham Pillow Lace by Georgina M Roberts (1926) edited by Alexandra F Stillwell (2007)
Born in Tasmania, to missionary parents, Georgina Roberts came to the East Midlands in 1863 and became involved in the lace industry there.

A founding member of the Midland Lace Association, along with Catherine Channer and Ella Harrison, she was concerned with the plight of the lace workers, who at the time were some of the poorest in society.

Worried that the skills were declining, Georgina started to write a book to capture these skills and create a teaching book. She failed to finish the last chapter and left it as a series of numbers of stitches. Dieing just two years after the cover was printed.

Alex Stillwell became aware of this manuscript whilst researching and writing her her book on Geometrical Lace.

Using Georgina's own phrasing for the text, Alex trued up the patterns, created the missing diagrams, reworked the samples and commissioned the photograph so that this book could be rediscovered by all lacemakers.

What works well?

Filled with black and white diagrams and photos, the techniques shown are straight forward to follow.
This book takes you through a step by step process to learn Bucks Point.

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book is still in print and available from the author, herself.

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31/1/2021 0 Comments

All about making - Floral Bucks Point Lace by Alexandra Stillwell

Publisher : Salex Publishing (31 July 2013)
ISBN-10 : 0955469473
ISBN-13 : 978-0955469473

All about making - Floral Bucks Point Lace by Alexandra Stillwell
This book explains the differences between Floral Bucks and Geometric, which is covered in Alex's other book; Geometric Bucks Point.

Floral Bucks Point is characterised by it's inclusion of flowers and floral motifs and is probably the most recognisable of the Bucks Point variants.

Whilst Geometric Bucks is aimed at someone wanting to learn Bucks Point, this book is aimed more at the lacemaker who has a basic knowledge of Bucks Point.

Included in this book are sections on design and how to adapt lace pieces to create patterns

What works well?

Filled with black and white diagrams and photos, the techniques shown are straight forward to follow.
This book takes you through a step by step process to learn Floral Bucks Point.

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book is still in print and available from online booksellers, lace suppliers and the author, herself.

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All about making - Geometrical Bucks Point Lace by Alexandra Stillwell

Publisher : Salex Publishing (30 Oct. 2006)
ISBN-10 : 0955469406
ISBN-13 : 978-0955469404

All about making - Geometrical Bucks Point Lace by Alexandra Stillwell
Alex Stillwell has written a number of books on lace, lacemaking and Bucks Point.

This book is aimed at the beginner who wants to learn Bucks Point lace and understand the techniques.

The 30 patterns are supplemented by over 600 line drawings to explain techniques and details.

This book makes a great starting point to begin before moving onto Alex's Floral Bucks Point Lace.

This makes an excellent starting point before moving onto Alex's book on Floral Bucks Point

What works well?

Filled with black and white diagrams and photos, the techniques shown are straight forward to follow.
This book takes you through a step by step process to learn Bucks Point.

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book is still in print and available from online booksellers, lace suppliers and the author, herself.

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Simply Bucks: A Collection of Original Bucks Lace Patterns by Jane Lewis

Publisher : Self Published (2017)

Simply Bucks: A Collection of Original Bucks Lace Patterns by Jane Lewis
Jane Lewis makes, designs and teaches lace specialising in Bucks Point. All of her patterns can be bought via Roseground lacemaking supplies.

Jane is also the coauthor of A Simply Sparkle Wedding with Sally Smiddly.

This pattern pack is supplied in a card folder with a photograph of each of the finished lace pieces on the back.

In all, the pack has 16 pattern sets in it and over 20 designs.

The patterns are well designed. Any lacemaker with an understanding of Bucks Point will find these a pleasure to work; although different levels, the adventurous beginner will find something to make this pack and start their journey into Bucks Point.

What works well?

Each of the patterns in the pack is supplied with a full colour photograph of the finished piece, a starting / working diagram and the pricking

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This pattern pack is still in print and available exclusively from Jane, direct or Roseground Supplies.

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30/1/2021 0 Comments

Suffolk Lace and the Lacemakers of Eye - Nicky Howener-Townsend

Publisher : Nicky Howener-Townsend (1 Sept. 2009)
ISBN-10 : 0956301800
ISBN-13 : 978-0956301802

Suffolk Lace and the Lacemakers of Eye by Nicky Howener-Townsend
This book has two parts.

The first is the history of Suffolk Lace and the second are over 35 patterns that have been trued and come with starting diagrams.

Suffolk Lace has common ancestry with Bucks Point so these patterns would suit and adventurous beginner or intermediate lacemaker

I was lucky enough to buy my copy on eBay directly from Nicky and have it signed by the author.

What works well?

This book has both the wonderful history with over 35 patterns that bring the history to life

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book is out of print, but readily available from online booksellers, eBay and through lace suppliers

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28/1/2021 0 Comments

The Little Lace Book of .... by Jean & Mary

Publisher : Self Published

The Little Lace Book of .... by Jean & Mary
This was a series of little books (A7) that were produced during the late 80s, early 90s.

Christenings
- Patterns for a lace bonnet, hankie bonnet, baby shoes and a bib
Flowers
- Flowers, edgings and insertions
Collars
- Edgings and motifs

What works well?

The booklets are scattered through with poems, rhymes and observations.

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book is out of print

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27/1/2021 0 Comments

A Regency Collection Revisited 2; inspired by Three Regency Ladies, and Exploration in Bobbin Lace - Angela Brown, Jean Mary Eke

Publisher : Jean Mary Eke Publishing (30 April 2012)
ISBN-13 : 978-0957125100

A Regency Collection Revisited 2; inspired by Three Regency Ladies, and Exploration in Bobbin Lace by Angela Brown, Jean Mary Eke
This little book of lace patterns is built around the idea of lace for Jane Austen, her sister Cassandra and Princess Charlotte of Wales; the daughter of the Prince Regent.

A basic knowledge of Honiton and Bucks point is assumed in order to work these pieces

This is the second book in this two book series; revisited #1
I have a soft spot for these two books as I'm related to Jane Austen

What works well?