Bridget M. Cook

This comprehensive new edition of a standard work contains an exhaustive collection of stitches which have been developed in the traditional art of bobbin lacemaking since the 17th century, and is designed to aid all lacemakers in the recognition and working of each individual feature. The degree of accuracy and detail is the result of many years of research into the methods used in the lacemaking centres of Britain and Europe. Over 260 stitches and variations are described, ranging from the simplest to the most complex. The content has ben arranged so that all the information for each stitch is to be found on one page. The guide is laid out step-by-step and is aimed at both the working lacemaker and the student.

Here is a collection of 100 traditional patterns for Bucks Point lace, one of the finest laces In England. The diagrams are colour-coded for clarity, and each pattern Is printed in detailed, diagrammatic form. There is one pattern on each page or on adjacent pages with its relevant pricking and an actual-sizee photograph of the completed piece of lace. The number of bobbins and the thread used are also noted. Not only are there 100 traditiooat patterns contained within this book. but the majority have an unusual or interesting feature in their construction not readily observed or pethaps fully appreciated at first glance. Some of the patterns have been sligltly adapted from the original to complement modern threads and all have been painstakingly researched from various museums. Lace makers, from those just starting to the experienced, will find here a wealth of readily understandable patterns at thetr fingertips.

Más de 20 motivos seleccionados por Bridget M. Cook para realizar con ocasión de cualqiuer acontecimiento de relevancia. Se combinan variedad de técnicas de encaje de bolillos y resultan perfectos re

20 motivos en encaje para conmemorar eventos importantes o para disfrutarlos simplemente por lo que son. Realizados por un equipo mundial de encajeras expertas bajo la dirección de Bridget M. Cook.

Libro práctico con el que las encajeras pueden practicar su destreza en la elaboración de encajes con motivos florales y de plantas que van, en todos los casos, acompañados de su picado y fotografía

Continen más de 20 motivos (signos del zodiaco y números) que se pueden realizar con ocasión de un cumpleaños o cualquier acontecimiento de importancia personal. Con códitos de color allí donde se re

"Un curso completo con el que aprender a realizar encaje de bolillos. Con más de 100 dibujos y cerca de 50 fotografías en color. Te muestra las técnicas y 28 motivos..."

Un libro clásico que servirá a encajeras de cualquier nivel. Con más de 260 puntos, desde los sencillos hasta los más complejos, 305 diagramas y 264 picados.

El libro se divide en dos partes: en la primera se ofrece un muestrario del uso de las distintas arañas enmarcadas en un mismo rombo, con el que la encajera podrá personalizar cualquiera de sus trabajos; en la segunda, se incluye una variada selección de motivos.

Lecciones técnicas de encaje de bolillos, con más de 600 diagramas, ofrece instrucciones paso a paso profusamente ilustradas de las técnicas fundamentales del encaje de bolillos, además de presentar otros métodos alternativos de realizar la labor, también descritos detalladamente. La autora ha estructurado el libro en diez secciones, en las que explica desde cómo empezar la labor, realizar orillas, sustituir hilos o incorporar bolillos, hasta unir, ampliar y cruzar el encaje, crear dibujos de realce, rematar la labor, desplazar ésta sobre la almohadilla y montar el encaje terminado ...

The comprehensive guide provides the lacemaker with step-by-step instructions and illustrations on the techniques which make up this type of lacemaking. Divided into ten easy-to-follow sections, alternative methods of construction are closely examined and explained. Bridget M. Cook begins with starts and edges, describing the techniques of replacing threads and adding pairs, joinings, sewings, connections and crossings. Additional information is provided on picots, tallikes and venetian cords, plaits and braids. Other sections look at carrying pairs, raised work, corners, curves and holes, endings, moving work under construction and the mounting of completed lace. Practical Skills in Bobbin Lace will help all lacemakers to increase their repertoire of techniques.

This comprehensive guide provides the lacemaker with step-by-step instructions and illustrations on the techniques which make up this type of lacemaking. Divided into ten easy-to-follow sections, alternative methods of construction are closely examined and explained. Bridget M. Cook begins with starts and edges, describing the techniques of replacing threads and adding pairs, joinings, sewings, connections and crossings. Additional information is provided on picots, tallies and venetian cords, plaits and braids. Other sections look at carrying pairs, raised work, corners, curves and holes, endings, moving work under construction and the mounting of completed lace. Practical Skills in Bobbin Lace will help all lacemakers to increase their repertoire of techniques.