Mystery lace-2
September 12, 2009 by Noreen Crone-Findlay
Filed under lace
Many years ago, I bought some samples and fragments of handmade lace from a woman who had been collecting lace for years.
photo by Noreen Crone-Findlay copyright
One of the tiny pieces that I bought then,
and have cherished ever since,
has always been a mystery to me.
But, now, I am convinced that I know what it is!
Lynn and Elizabeth left comments
on yesterday’s post and have confirmed
that the piece of ‘mystery lace’
that I wrote about yesterday is
definitely needlepoint lace.
And, I am convinced that this
3 inch/7.5 cm square is, as well.
It’s utterly exquisite, and is worked on
an extraordinarily miniature scale!
When I was googling around,
researching handmade lace,
I googled on ‘needle lace’, and this
awe inspiring video came up:
It’s entitled: Puncetto Valsesiano
It’s utterly breathtaking!
After Lynn told me to google on ‘needlepoint lace, I found another wonderful site: marlamallett.com
I have been in love with lace all my life, and am delighted that there is still so much to learn about it- how magical is that?
Hi!
LACE CROCHET? I love lace, but I do not have the patience it takes…
It’s pretty though!!!
Susan
What a wonderful video and website to visit. Thank you!!!