The Torchon Lace Workbook

The Torchon Lace Workbook
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Publisher : Macmillan
Total Pages : 102
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ISBN-10 : 0312021194
ISBN-13 : 9780312021191
Rating : 4/5 (191 Downloads)

Book Synopsis The Torchon Lace Workbook by : Bridget M. Cook

Download or read book The Torchon Lace Workbook written by Bridget M. Cook and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 1988-12-15 with total page 102 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Of the various bobbin lace types, "torchon" lace is probably the best for a beginner to tackle. Based on a combination of attractive motifs with a geometrical ground, it uses a simple range of stitches to produce relatively speedy and gratifying results. Exercises cover: -the half stitch -the whole stitch -diamonds -spiders -rosegrounds -Scandinavian holes -gimps -tallies -leaves -plaits and picots The book includes 27 projects for lace, including nursery lace, fans, hearts, borders, and edgings, collars, frills, coasters, squares, handkerchiefs, and more. Clear, full-color photographs and color-coded diagrams are of great pratical help. Beginners will welcome this book with its concise, progressive approach: experts will find a wealth of original designs to add to their repertoire.


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