Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

New York

More than 40 Enchanting Projects to Make

Covers the history of lacework, techniques of sewing with lace, and instructions for making traditional and contemporary projects, including crafts using cutwork and Battenberg lace

Crafting with Lace

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#nonfiction #crafts #hobbies #hardcover #knitting #crochet #lace #needlepoint #dressmaking #embroidery 

Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

Tennessee

Creative Hands

Jen Lucas

Michigan

16 Patterns for Lace Knitting

Best-selling author Jen Lucas presents an all-new selection of striking patterns for luscious sock yarns, following the overwhelming success of Sock-Yarn Shawls. Discover designs for everyone from confident beginners to advanced knitters. Patterns range from small shawlettes to large circular shawls, and many are made from a single skein.
 * 16 pretty new patterns for single-colored and multicolored shawls--enjoy lots of options
 * Shawl constructions include top down, bottom up, crescent, short row, and circular
 * Begin with the basics and move on to create designs with attach-as-you-go lace borders

Sock-Yarn Shawls II

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#hardcover #lace #sewing #trimmings #needlework #crafts #sewinglace 

Shows how to make ornaments, decorations, clothing, lingerie, collages, jewelry, baskets, lampshades, flowers, and pillowcases that feature lace

Learn Lacecraft

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#paperback #knitting #stitches #lace #eyelets

Heavy Paperback (2 to 4 lbs)

250 Stitches to Knit

Offering clear, concise knitting instructions, this series has served as a classic reference for handcrafters for more than thirty years. Lace can lend sophistication to any knitted project, and this updated guide features 250 lace and eyelet designs to delight knitters of all skill levels. From Butterfly Lace to Knotted Openwork to Open Diamonds with Bobbles, each swatch is accompanied by a helpful photograph and easy-to-follow instructions. Both new and classic yarn varieties are covered, and insider tips designed to facilitate personalization are featured throughout. Practical and simple to use, this all-in-one handbook even fits in a knitter's travel bag.

Lace and Eyelets

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Shows some wear. Still a good reading copy. p46mavt

Massachusetts

Definitive, profusely illustrated history traces development of lace from earliest times to late 19th century. Laces of Italy, Greece, England, France, Flanders, Spain, Scotland, Ireland, many other lands. Scholarly, erudite treatment of reticella, point de France, Valenciennes, Chantilly, point d'Espagne, host of other varieties. Landmark of 19th-century scholarship revised and enlarged in 1901. 266 illustrations.

History of Lace

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#paperback #knitting #fashion #crafts #lace

Paperback (1 to 2 lbs)

California

Contemporary Patterns in Geometric Shapes

Brooke Nico, author of Lovely Knitted Lace and a nationally known lace teacher and designer, presents 16 new projects that offer a fresh and original take on lace knitting. Think sweaters, capelets, tunics and cowls, knit in yarns both thick and thin--contemporary designs that give knitters a wealth of new possibilities. Organized by overall shape--circle, square, triangle, and rectangle--these lovely garments will change the way you look at lace knitting. 

 

Step-by-step illustrations clearly explain any advanced techniques, while every pattern regardless of difficulty contains both written and charted instructions. Carrie Hoge, well known for her images for the Quince & Co yarn brand, contributes gorgeous and inspiring photos.

More Lovely Knitted Lace

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Lynne Watterson

Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

Minnesota

Step-By-Step Techniques, Easy-to-Follow Stitch Patterns, and Projects to Get You Started

This easy-to-follow lace knitting guide transforms the complete beginner into an accomplished expert is a perfect gift book for anyone interested in the art of crafting. With step-by-step instructions and a preliminary section explaining all the essentials—yarn, needles, gauge, techniques, and how to read knitting charts—this guide could not be more accessible. All swatches are clearly photographed and each stitch pattern appears in both written and chart form, so even novices can start right away. Hone your skills with stylish projects, including delicately-trimmed linen, silk pillow covers, elegant stoles, and heirloom baby blankets. And with each stitch pattern illustrated in both fine and thicker yarns, you can create a truly individual garment. So whether you covet a vintage look or desire a more contemporary feel, Lynne Watterson's The Very Easy Guide to Lace Knitting will give you the skills—and the inspiration.

The Very Easy Guide to Lace Knitting

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Carol Noble

Cheryl Potter

Texas

Knitting with Hand-Painted Yarns

Does lace have to be knit on size 0 needles and take years to complete? No! Let this primer on knitted lace put any worries to rest. Go from a skein of fiber to a fantastic finished piece with this unique approach. Simple techniques, helpful hints, and an extraordinary palette of colorways will inspire you to play with the possibilities of hand-painted yarns. In these beautiful designs, the yarn does the work for you! Create over a dozen scarves and shawls that guarantee no hassles with fitting or shaping--one size fits all Have fun with an incredible variety of exotic textures, colors, and fibers Catch on to techniques quickly with a bounty of specialized tips for beginning to advanced patterns

Lavish Lace

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South Carolina

1991

Collects over eighty Victorian crochet patterns and popular designs from the first half of the twentieth century.

Better Homes and Gardens Romantic Crochet

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Iris Schreier

PUBLISHER DESCRIPTION 

Open, peek-a-boo stitches are all the rage with knitters and fashionistas. So isn’t it great to know that you can achieve that lovely lacy look without all the complicated patterns? Bestselling author Iris Schreier reveals her clever tricks for using simple, accessible techniques to mimic lace beautifully. Each of these 25 garments features gorgeous lightweight yarns, and their sensuous cling and drape evoke an aura of romance and sexiness. Wrap yourself in a luxurious pretty-in-pink Turkish Shawl. Play the role of a retro starlet in the Seashell Hat in ultra-soft green cashmere. Beat the heat in style with an eye-catching turquoise Chevron Halter. There’s even a show-stopping bridal outfit! Schreier carefully covers all the basics, from an overview of key stitches to picking up stitches in fabric, from creating short rows to adding trim, tassels, and cords.A Selection of the Crafter's Choice Book Club

Clingy, Soft and a Little Risque

One of knitting's brightest stars, author Iris Schreier, presents exquisite projects with sensuous cling and drape and an aura of romance. Each of these 25 garments features gorgeous lightweight yarns from a pretty-in-pink Turkish Shawl to an eye-catching turquoise Chevron Halter. Sterling

Lacy Little Knits

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Whether you are new to lace knitting or have been knitting for a while you will love these diverse patterns. Patterns range from small Charlotte to large circular shawls and many are made from a single skein. #knitting #yarn #shawl #shawlette  #lace 

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Joyce E. Cusick

Crafting with Lace

Beverly Hilton

Creative Hands

Jen Lucas

Sock-Yarn Shawls II

Audrey V. Dean

Learn Lacecraft

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Lace and Eyelets

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History of Lace

Brooke Nico

More Lovely Knitted Lace

Lynne Watterson

The Very Easy Guide to Lace Knitting

Carol Noble; Cheryl Potter

Lavish Lace

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Better Homes and Gardens Romantic Crochet

Iris Schreier

Lacy Little Knits

Jen Lucas

Sock-Yarn Shawls II