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
• The braids (only) from this book have been reprinted in Decorative Braids for Milanese Lace, along with the braids from New Braids and Designs in Milanese Lace, along with 40 new braids.