Category: Milanese Lace

18/9/2021 0 Comments

Milanese Lace - Barbara Corbet

Publisher‏ : ‎ Barbar Corbet
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 3925184163
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-3925184161

Milanese Lace, yesterday and today by Barbara Corbet
Mailänder Spitze - gestern und heute

This is an interesting book and one of the few Milanise lace books that is currently in print and widely available.

The patterns on the cover, including the 'maze' are in the book.

What works well?

The braids in the book are beautifully explained with both line drawings and ICC coloured diagrams. The use of coloured sections in the diagrams, to show how the braid are made in sections really work well.

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book is available from lace suppliers and bookshops.

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1/8/2021 0 Comments

The Dryad Book of Bobbin Lace - Raie Clare

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Dryad P.; 1st edition (24 Jun. 1987)
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0852197101
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0852197103

The Dryad Book of Bobbin Lace by Raie Clare
The 1980s saw a slew of books produced on bobbin lace during it's resurgence.

During this period, Dryad created their now 'infamous' bobbin lace kit. The pillow was, surprisingly, of good quality and the patterns and instructions spurred a number of people to learn. Whilst the plastic / nylon bobbins may not have been the most glamorous, they helped to make the kit accessible, price wise.

What works well?

The book gives simple instructions across a number of lace techniques using clear diagrams.

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

The pattern on the front cover is included at the end of the section on Bucks Point
This book is out of print, but readily available on online book sellers, eBay and through lace suppliers

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13/2/2021 0 Comments

50 New Milanese Lace Patterns - Patricia Read

Publisher : Batsford Ltd; 1st Edition (25 Nov. 2004)
ISBN-10 : 0713489162
ISBN-13 : 978-0713489163

50 New Milanese Lace Patterns by Patricia Read
This is a book of fantastic patterns to expand the repertoire of Milanese Lace.

This is not a technique book and for anyone looking to start learning Milanese Lace I would recommend that you start your Milanese lace journey by using Pat Read's An Introduction to Milanese Lace Book which is published by the Lace Guild.

What works well?

The black and white and colour photos of the braids are exceptionally well taken so that they boost the understanding of the patterns included.

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book is currently out of print, but is often available on from online booksellers and occasionally on eBay
This book is available on kindle. As with many kindle books, care should be taken when buying lace books on kindle that have patterns in them as there can be issues in printing them out to the correct size.

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13/2/2021 0 Comments

Milanese Lace - An Introduction - Patricia Read and Lucy Kincaid

Publisher : Batsford Ltd (5 Feb. 1989)
ISBN-10 : 0713457074
ISBN-13 : 978-0713457070

Milanese Lace - An Introduction by Patricia Read and Lucy Kincaid
If there is a 'Bible' for Milanese lace, then this is it.

Out of print, but occasionally appearing on online sellers and eBay as second hand, it's worth buying a copy when you see the cost at a reasonable level.

This book is aimed at the taking the lacemaker from beginner to advanced and has patterns and techniques to tempt and enjoy.

The book is broken down into key sections:

Braids - what they are, decorated, choosing the braids
Traditional Patterns
Modern Patterns
Making Patterns
Further notes on techniques

Whilst you are looking for a copy, then why not start your Milanese lace journey by using Pat Read's An Introduction to Milanese Lace Book which is published by the Lace Guild.

What works well?

The black and white photos of the braids are exceptionally well taken so that they boost the understanding of the patterns included. The few colour photos clearly show how colour can work well with Milanese lace.

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book is currently out of print, but is often available on from online booksellers and occasionally on eBay

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13/2/2021 0 Comments

Bobbin Lace Jewellery - Jennifer MacPherson

Publisher : Jennifer MacPherson (1 Mar. 2012)
ISBN-10 : 0957201206
ISBN-13 : 978-0957201200

Bobbin Lace Jewellery by Jennifer MacPherson
I met Jennifer at the Lace Guild Rally in 2012, just after she launched this book and was lucky enough to see some of her pieces in real life.

I would definitely suggest this book for the adventurous beginner as Jennifer provides clear instructions and includes the supplementary pack of techniques.

Perhaps this is a great follow on book from Pat Read's An Introduction to Milanese Lace from the Lace Guild

What works well?

This book comes with a supplementary pack which is normally attached to the back cover - check this is included if buying second hand

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book is still in print and available from the author so do support Jennifer by buying direct.

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13/2/2021 0 Comments

Alphabet Inspirations in Colour Bobbin Lace - Sandi Woods

Publisher : Batsford Ltd; First Edition (27 Aug. 2004)
ISBN-10 : 0713489057
ISBN-13 : 978-0713489057

Alphabet Inspirations in Colour Bobbin Lace by Sandi Woods
This book has patterns for each letter of the alphabet and is illustrated throughout with colour photos

This book has more support in it for the adventurous beginner than Sandi's other book Special Effects in Bobbin Lace by Sandi Woods

Sandi uses Piper silks throughout her projects

What works well?

This book is illustrated throughout with sumptuous colour photos

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book is currently out of print and occasionally appears on eBay

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13/2/2021 0 Comments

Special Effects in Bobbin Lace - Sandi Woods

Publisher : Batsford Ltd (31 May 1998)
ISBN-10 : 0713480718
ISBN-13 : 978-0713480719

Special Effects in Bobbin Lace by Sandi Woods
Subtitle: Over 20 patterns using colour in bobbin lace
This is definitely a book to buy when you see it even if you are not yet making Milanese Lace as the patterns are very aspirational.

Whilst this book is aimed at understanding colour, it also takes the lacemaker through building up large pictures using smaller elements.

Sandi uses Piper silks throughout her projects

What works well?

This book is illustrated throughout with sumptuous colour photos

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book is currently out of print and occasionally appears on eBay

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13/2/2021 0 Comments

New Braids and Designs in Milanese Lace - Pat Read & Lucy Kincaid

Publisher : Batsford (12 Nov. 2014)
ISBN-10 : 0713471921
ISBN-13 : 978-0713471922

New Braids and Designs in Milanese Lace by Pat Read & Lucy Kincaid
The first third of this book covers braid designs which are explained clearly in the book with clear instructions.

There is a section in the book dedicated to colour which shows how colour works well with Milanese Lace.

The 'S for Serpent' patten on the front cover is included in the book

The book assumes that you know the basics of Milanese Lace so this is aimed at the adventurous beginner or intermediate lacemaker. A good follow on to Pat Read's An Introduction to Milanese Lace Book published by the Lace Guild.

What works well?

The black and white photos of the braids are exceptionally well taken so that they boost the understanding of the patterns included. The few colour photos clearly show how colour can work well with Milanese lace.

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book is currently out of print, but is often available on from online booksellers and occasionally on eBay
This book is available on kindle. As with many kindle books, care should be taken when buying lace books on kindle that have patterns in them as there can be issues in printing them out to the correct size.

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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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29/1/2021 0 Comments

Milanese Lace Design - Ann Moore

Publisher : Gulliver; First Edition (20 April 1996)
ISBN-10 : 1899674055
ISBN-13 : 978-1899674053

Milanese Lace Design by Ann Moore
Subtitled: Ann Moore's Lacemakers' Collection
This is one of the holy grail of lace books and it has taken me 8 years of looking to acquire.

A good reason for when you see a new book, to buy it then.

What works well?