Pillow Lace - Elizabeth Mincoff - Bog

Pillow Lace: A Practical Handbook (1907) is a comprehensive guide to the art of lace making, written by Elizabeth Mincoff. The book covers a variety of lace making techniques, including bobbin lace, needle lace, and crochet lace. It includes detailed instructions and diagrams for creating various lace patterns and designs, as well as tips and tricks for working with different types of lace materials. The book also provides a brief history of lace making, tracing its origins back to ancient times and highlighting its importance in European fashion and culture. Mincoff discusses the role of lace in different historical periods and provides examples of famous lace makers and their work. Overall, Pillow Lace: A Practical Handbook is an essential resource for anyone interested in the art of lace making, whether they are a beginner or an experienced lace maker. It offers a wealth of information and practical advice for creating beautiful and intricate lace designs.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.