Immensely useful volume, containing over 400 lace-related terms such as
Florentine knots, lappets, a pillow horse, winkie pin, spangles,
reticella, honiton, guipure, and Tuscan filet, discusses the origin,
nomenclature, date and sequences of development of the more
controversial forms. Enhanced with over 250 illustrations depicting
various lace patterns, including a magnificent lace collar worn by
Gustavus Adolphus of Sweden, Queen Victoria's wedding veil, the bridal
tulle worn by Diana, Princess of Wales; and much more. A valuable book
for lace-makers; a handy reference for cultural historians and
needlecraft and fashion writers.