Category: English

25/7/2022 0 Comments

Verbindungen - Crossings - Ulrike Voelcker

Publisher. : Self Published (2022)

Verbindungen - Crossings by Ulrike Voelcker
This book has been divided into two parts.

Part 1 - Crossings
196 different crossing variations are included. Many of them work on the windmill crossing principle and these are indicated in the book with a green cross.

Some of the crossings have sub variants shown as well.

The crossing are illustrated using colour and black and white diagrams to show how to achieve them.

Written notes on the crossings are minimal.

This book assumes a basic knowledge of lacemaking. The instructions for the crossings and exercises are aimed at the confident beginner and above.

Part 2 - Exercises
8 Patterns are included to practice many of the crossing techniques.

Each of the patterns is supplied with a pricking, photographs and a working diagram.

The working diagrams are annotated with which of the crossing variant to use at which point in the workings.

Note that there are no written working instructions for the exercises.

What works well?

The colour and black and white working diagrams make this book visually easy to follow.

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

There are no instructions for the exercises.
This book is in print.

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17/7/2022 0 Comments

100 New Bobbin Lace Patterns - Yusai Fukuyama

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Batsford Ltd; 1st Edition (5 Nov. 1996)
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0713473703
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0713473704

100 New Bobbin Lace Patterns by Yusai Fukuyama
Well known in his home country of Japan for promoting lacemaking, Yusai has also co-authored a Honiton lace book with Elsie Luxton; Honiton Lace, the visual approach.

Using mixed lace techniques, Yusai has created a variety of patterns covering Christmas, zodiac signs, small & large motifs as well as two patterns of ballet dancers (male and female)

What works well?

Clear black and white photos and working diagrams

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book is out of print but often appears second hand.

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16/7/2022 0 Comments

El encaje de Hinojosa Historia y tecnica -Marina Regueiro

Publisher ‏ : ‎ raices
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 848611571X
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-8486115715

El encaje de Hinojosa Historia y tecnica by Marina Regueiro
Hinojosa Lace - History & Technique
Simply put, this is the definitive book on Hinojosa lace.

The first part of the book is a history of the lace, illustrated with colour photographs and makes great reading.
The second part covers the techniques of Hinojosa lace and the different braids / tapes.
The final part of the book is dedicated to patterns that grow through increasing complexity.

What works well?

This booklet illustrated throughout with black and white diagrams and photos

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book is out of print. If you are interested in braid / tape based laces then it worth the investment should you find a copy.

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Bobbin Lace Patterns - Tiny Zwaal-Lint

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Batsford Ltd; First Edition (26 Jan. 1984)
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0713444428
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0713444421

Bobbin Lace Patterns by Tiny Zwaal-Lint
This reprint of Tiny's Dutch language book is divided into two sections.

Black & White photo of the finished piece with information on working method and materials needed.
Tear out pricking printed on medium card.

Although a few pages have information on techniques used in the patterns this is not a book for beginners and basic knowledge is assumed.

A second volume 'New Bobbin Lace Patterns' was also published with 35 further patterns.

What works well?

This booklet illustrated throughout with black and white diagrams and photos

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This is an English language reprint of the original Dutch book (cover shown to right)
Because the patterns can be torn out, check that all patterns are included when buying second hand
This book is out of print, but regularly appears second hand.

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Bobbin Lace Patterns 1998 - Eeva-Liisa Kortelahti

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Self Published
ISBN : 9519703632

Bobbin Lace Patterns 1998 by Eeva-Liisa Kortelahti
This is a collection of patterns by Eeva-Liisa covering Christmas, Angels, small motifs and even some beautiful tulips.

At the start of the book are two pages on techniques using the patterns, however this is aimed at the enthusiastic intermediate lacemaker.

What works well?

The book is illustrated through out with black and white photos along with a couple of colour plates.

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book is out of print, but occasionally appears second hand

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16/7/2022 0 Comments

Valenciennes Variaties : 20 Patronen -Yvonne Krijgsman & Margreeth Dirksen

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Uitgeverij Ante Rotterdam, Netherlands; First Edition (1 Jan. 1987)
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9071970019
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-9071970016

Valenciennes Variaties : 20 Patronen by Yvonne Krijgsman & Margreeth Dirksen
Apart from an opening page explaining terminology, this is a book of patterns in ascending level of difficulty.

An understanding of lacemaking and techniques is assumed.

The butterfly, shown on the cover is included in that patterns

What works well?

The black and white photos of the finished lace are very clear and illustrate the prickings well

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book is out of print.

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15/7/2022 0 Comments

Neue Weihnachts - Kloppelmuster / New Christmas Lace Patterns - Brigitte Bellon

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Fay, Barbara Verlag (1 Sept. 2009)
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 3925184406
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-3925184406

Neue Weihnachts - Kloppelmuster / New Christmas Lace Patterns by Brigitte Bellon
This multi-lingual book is in English, German, French & Spanish.

42 patterns are included in the book covering angels, nativity, stars, hearts and bells.

As this book does not contain instructions, it is aimed at the confident beginner or intermediate lacemaker.

What works well?

Each pattern has a clear, colour photo, general information on thread and bobbin numbers along with suggestions on how to start

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book is in print.

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15/7/2022 0 Comments

Christmas Lace 5 - Jana Novak

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Atelier Moravia (205)
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 8790277120

Christmas Lace 5 by Jana Novak
This multilingual Christmas book covers stars, three dimensional birds and angels to inspire and challenge the lacemaker.

As with all of Jana's books, this comes with extensive notes on each pattern, however it does use some slightly unique ways of working so is for the confident beginner or intermediate lacemaker.

What works well?

This book illustrated throughout with colour photographs and black and white diagrams

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This pattern is out of print, but does appear occasionally second hand

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15/7/2022 0 Comments

Jana's Jewellery - Jana Novak

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Atelier Moravia
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 8790277155

Jana's Jewellery by Jana Novak
Known for her wonderful Christmas patterns, Jana also designs jewellery.

This book contains 20 patterns for necklaces enhanced with lace as well as flowers, butterflies and other items.

What works well?

This book illustrated throughout with sumptuous colour photographs

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This pattern is still in print.

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Jana's Christmas 2012 - Jana Novak

Publisher ‏ : ‎ J Novak (2012)
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 8790277201

Jana's Christmas 2012 by Jana Novak
Jana Novak's Christmas patterns are always a joy to work and this book is no exception.

This book contains 15 patterns for angels, stars and table decorations.

What works well?

Clear, full colour photos of techniques and working diagrams

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

The pattern for the main star, shown on the front cover, is supplied as a supplement. Check that this is included if purchasing a secondhand copy
This pattern is still in print and available from Jana's website