Crochet Lace
Crochet Lace by Jean Leinhauser, published by Sterling Publishing Company, Inc. in 2008, is a comprehensive guide designed for crocheters who admire the beauty of vintage lace. This first edition, consisting of 144 pages, presents a collection of antique tablecloths and bedspreads, showcasing the artistry of crochet. The book revises traditional techniques to accommodate modern threads, making it accessible for contemporary crafters while maintaining the elegance of heirloom-quality lace.
Readers will find complete patterns and detailed instructions for each project, accompanied by full-page photographs that simplify intricate designs. The guide emphasizes the use of traditional steel hooks and offers advice on selecting the ideal crochet threads. Additionally, it provides insights into working in filet, ensuring that even complex projects can be approached with confidence. While these projects may require time and dedication, the results promise to be cherished heirlooms for future generations.
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Every crocheter stares admiringly at vintage lace, wishing to replicate its delicacy and elegance. The originals were stitched with finer thread than we use today, making that gorgeous heirloom-quality crochet lace an elusive dream. This unique guide showcases a collection of antique tablecloths and bedspreads–each a magnificent example of the crocheter’s art–and revises the old techniques to suit today’s threads. Complete patterns are included for each project, along with instructions and full-page photos that make intricate designs easy to follow. Special attention is paid to working with traditional steel hooks and choosing the perfect crochet threads, and plenty of advice is offered for working in filet. These projects take time, but the results will become tomorrow’s heirlooms.
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