Category: Finnish

16/7/2022 0 Comments

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

Uudet Nyplaysmallit - Eeva-Liisa Kortelahti

Publisher : Self Published

Uudet Nyplaysmallit by Eeva-Liisa Kortelahti
As with all of Eeva-Liisa's books, this is beautifully illustrated throughout with with black and white diagrams and photos.

This book is in Finnish, so for a native speaker this would be a great beginner book. For non Finnish speakers, this diagrams and patterns are perfect for the confident beginner.

What works well?

Clear, full colour photos of techniques and working diagrams, along with colour photos of the finished pieces.

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

Whilst this book is in Finnish this should not prove an issue for those who do not speak Finnish, check out my post on translations
This pattern is still in print.

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29/10/2021 0 Comments

Pitseja Virkaten Ja Nyplaten - Eeva-Liisa Kortelhati

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Eeva-Liisa Kortelahti 1979
ISBN : 9519915133‎

Pitseja Virkaten Ja Nyplaten by Eeva-Liisa Kortelhati
Lace Crochet and Bobbin

This book contains both crochet and bobbin lace patterns. The patterns are very typical Eeva-Liisa with her graphic style.

This book is aimed at the competent beginner and above.

What works well?

The book is well illustrated throughout with black and white photos
The candle, shown on the front cover, is included in this book

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

Although this book is in Finnish, translating it should not be an issue - read my post on translations
This book is out of print.

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7/8/2021 0 Comments

Let's Make Bobbin Lace - Eeva-Liisa Kortelahti

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Eeva-Liisa Kortelahti; 2nd edition (1 Jan. 1989)
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9519992235
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-9519992235

Let's Make Bobbin Lace by Eeva-Liisa Kortelahti
Nyplatkaamme

Once again, this book is filled with Eeva-Liisa's beautiful and quirky designs from lace tiaras to a couple getting married.

This book is aimed at the competent beginner and above.

What works well?

The front picture of a lacemaker is included in the patterns in this book
The book is filled with clear black and white illustrations.

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book is out of print and occasionally comes up on second hand sites or eBay.

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7/8/2021 0 Comments

Roses in Bobbin Lace - Eeva-Liisa Kortelahti

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Musta Aukko; 2nd Revised edition (1 May 1996)
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9529045654
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-9529045655

Roses in Bobbin Lace by Eeva-Liisa Kortelahti
Ruusuja nyplaten
Rosen in Kloeppelspitze
Whilst the title of this book is about Roses, there are far more themes covered here, including a pattern for a VW Beetle. The book is filled once again, with her beautiful and quirky designs.

This book is aimed at the competent beginner and above.

What works well?

The book is well illustrated throughout with black and white photos

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

The end of the book has photos of a number of pieces that are not included in the book, but were published separately by the author
This book is out of print and often comes up on second hand sites or eBay.

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7/8/2021 0 Comments

Bobbin Lace - Eeva-Liisa Kortelahti

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Risteen Kirjapaino Ky Riste; 2. painos (1 Jan. 1983)
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9519930590
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-9519930596

Bobbin Lace by Eeva-Liisa Kortelahti
Nyplattya Pitsia (Finnish)

This book is in both English and Finnish and filled with the beautiful and quirky patterns that we associate with Eeva-Liisa, including both church altar laces and pictorial pieces covering a wide variety of themes from nature of religion.

Whilst there is a small amount of technique shown in this book, the level of the pieces is varied so there is something for all competencies.

What works well?

There are a number of pieces in this book with a lace theme, including the piece on the front cover

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

The end of the book has photos of a number of pieces that are not included in the book, but were published separately by the author
This book is out of print and often comes up on second hand sites or eBay.

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27/3/2021 0 Comments