Category: Torchon

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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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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6/2/2021 0 Comments

Lace for Church Use - Marie-Clare Downham

Publisher : Batsford Ltd; First Edition First Printing (5 May 1989)
ISBN-10 : 0713458364
ISBN-13 : 978-0713458367

Lace for Church Use by Marie-Clare Downham
Marie-Clare was a member of the Community of the Nursing Sisters of St John the Divine, the community that was the inspiration of Call the Midwife

Because of this, Marie-Clare understood the significance and use of lace in churches which makes her book very accessible.

If you are interested in learning more about the Community and seeing a photo of Marie-Clare from the 60s, then you can read more here.

What works well?

The lace is clearly illustrated with black and white photos.

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

The book has very little guidance in it so this definitely a book for the intermediate lacemaker
This book is out of print, but readily available on online book sellers, eBay and through lace suppliers

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3/2/2021 0 Comments

Bobbin lace jewellery and accessories I - Lia Looga

Publisher : Tartu 2012
ISBN-13 : 978-9947302161

Bobbin lace jewellery and accessories I by Lia Looga

The first half of this book is filled with full colour photos of the lace which really enhances this book.

There are two pages, in each language, with advice on making the patterns, however this is aimed at adventurous beginner.

What works well?

The book is sumptuously illustrated throughout with colour photographs of the lace

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book is currently in print, however, I have only found it available from Kloepplebuch

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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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28/1/2021 0 Comments

Motifs; eight patterns on card for cards and paperweights - Joan Kelly

Publisher : Self published

Motifs; eight patterns on card for cards and paperweights by Joan Kelly
This little booklet contains torchon patterns sized to work with paperweights or to put on cards.

Starting diagrams are included with the patterns so this would aimed at adventurous beginners and intermediate

What works well?

The prickings are supplied on stiff card ready for pricking. Check that these are included if buying this booklet

Anything that we need to take into consideration?

This book 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

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

36 Klöppelbilder nach der Natur - Irmgard Scheider

Publisher : Fay, Barbara Verlag (1 Jan. 2009)
ISBN-10 : 3925184708
ISBN-13 : 978-3925184703

36 Klöppelbilder nach der Natur by Irmgard Scheider
My copy of this book is the first publication by rosenbeimer and is in a smaller book.

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 German 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, but is available from specialist lace book sellers