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1/8/2021 0 Comments

Ostern und Fruhling by Brigitte Bellon

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Babara Fay Verlag, Germany; First Edition (1 Jan. 1994)
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 3925184864
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-3925184864
Ostern und Fruhling by Brigitte Bellon
Easter & Spring : 25 lace patterns
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From covers for your easter eggs, to flowers and butterflies this book has some wonderful patterns, just as you would expect from Brigitte Bellon.

Basic knowledge of techniques is needed to this is aimed at the adventurous begginer.
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What works well?
  • There are clear instructions (in German) on how to approach each pattern
Anything that we need to take into consideration?​
  • Whilst this book is in German this should not prove an issue for those who do not speak German, check out my post on translations
  • This book is out of print
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31/7/2021 0 Comments

Bobbin Lace Flowers - Doris Olsen

Publisher : Akacia
ISBN : 9788778471048
Bobbin Lace Flowers by Doris Olsen
Doris Olsen's book is full of big, blowsy flowers that you just have to make.
What works well?
  • ​This book is sumptuously illustrated throughout with colour photos and working diagrams
Anything that we need to take into consideration?
  • This book provides not just the information on making the lace petals, but also how to assemble the flowers.
  • This book is out of print, but occasionally it comes up second hand on eBay and lace suppliers.
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28/7/2021 0 Comments

Lace for ten pairs - Claire Burkhard

Publisher : Barbara Fay (2000)
ISBN-10 : 3925184740
Lace for ten pairs by Claire Burkhard
Spitzen fur zehn paare
Dentelles pour dix paires
Each of the patterns has information, in three languages, explaining the number of pairs and suggested thread.  Some of the patterns have short explanations 

There are no working diagrams, as such, no instructions.

Claire builds on a this technique in her book 50 New Bobbin Lace Patterns
What works well?
  • This book is illustrated throughout with colour photos of the finished pieces
Anything that we need to take into consideration?​​
  • This book is available from many lace suppliers or booksellers.
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12/2/2021 0 Comments

Flower in Pink & Purple - Alexandra Stillwell

Publisher : Self Published
Flower in Pink & Purple by Alexandra Stillwell
Using two petal shapes, Alexandra helps you create  beautiful flowers.

I've marked this as a beginner pattern as with the clear text and diagrams by Alex, this is a great pattern to try after you have worked through the basics.
What works well?
  • The booklet is illustrated throughout with black and white photos and diagrams
Anything that we need to take into consideration? ​
  • This book is still in print and available from the author so do support Alexandra Stillwell by buying direct.
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10/2/2021 0 Comments

The Return of the Spider by The Lace Guild

Publisher : The Lace Guild 
ISBN : 1901372375
The Return of the Spider by The Lace Guild
​Whilst not strictly a follow up volume to The Small Friendly Spider, this is definitely a companion book.

Taking the spider theme further, it includes not just bobbin lace patterns, but also a knitting pattern, needle-lace spider and some fun to be had with pipe cleaners.
What works well?
  • The booklet is illustrated throughout with colour photos
Anything that we need to take into consideration?​
  • A number of the prickings for the bobbin lace patterns are included on a separate sheet - do check that this is included with the book when purchasing
  • This book is currently available from both The Lace Guild and lace suppliers
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10/2/2021 0 Comments

It's a Wrap - the Lace Guild

Publisher : The Lace Guild (2020)
ISBN : 1901372405
It's a Wrap by the Lace Guild
​This new book by the Lace Guild was published late 2020.
It contains a number of different scarves, wraps and motifs patterns across different forms of yarn, including bobbin lace, tatting, crochet and knitting.

The patterns are a mixed level so there is something for most people to try.
What works well?
  • The booklet is illustrated throughout with colour photos
Anything that we need to take into consideration?​
  • A number of the prickings for the bobbin lace patterns are included on a separate sheet - do check that this is included with the book when purchasing
  • This book is currently available from both The Lace Guild and lace suppliers
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28/1/2021 0 Comments

Animals for Presents - J J Vandenhorst

Publisher : J J Vandenhorst Kantklosprodukties
ISBN : ​90 6907 0456
Animals for Presents by J J Vandenhorst
This small A7 booklet has 11 patterns included with basic advice on threads and suggestions on hanging pairs to start.
I love the advice that if using a thinner thread, then to 'please adapt pairs'
What works well?
  • The each of the prickings are supplied in 2 sizes with diagrams to show the order of working the parts of the parts of each animal
Anything that we need to take into consideration? ​
  • The prickings are supplied on stiff card ready for pricking.  Check that these are included if buying this booklet
  • This booklet is out of print
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28/1/2021 0 Comments

Flower Miniatures - J J Vandenhorst

Publisher : J J Vandenhorst Kantklosprodukties
ISBN : ​90 6907 048 0
Flower Miniatures by J J Vandenhorst
This small A7 booklet has 12 patterns included with basic advice on threads and suggestions on hanging pairs to start.
What works well?
  • The each of the prickings are supplied in 4 sizes 
Anything that we need to take into consideration? ​
  • The prickings are supplied on stiff card ready for pricking.  Check that these are included if buying this booklet
  • This booklet is out of print
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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
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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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26/1/2021 0 Comments

Nyt i knipling - 5 Julekniplinger tegnet pa PC - Aase Nilsson

Publisher : Self published (2003)
ISBN : 87-988950-2-8
Nyt i knipling - 5 Julekniplinger tegnet pa PC by Aase Nilsson
​This book does use coloured diagrams to explain which stitches are used and there is a legend on page 7 which explains this however the legend is in black and white and in Danish so using an app to translate would be a good choice.
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This book would suit the adventerous beginner or intermediate lace maker.
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What works well?
  • Each pattern has a clear black and white photograph along with a short text of what is needed to be done for the pattern.
Anything that we need to take into consideration?​
  • Whilst this book is in Danish this should not prove an issue for those who do not speak French, check out my post on translations
  • This book is out of print
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