VERONICA SORENSON

Bruges is one of the oldest lacemaking centres in the world and is renowned for the intricate designs it has produced - all based on flowers, leaves and braids with a unique and characteristic scroll. It is a sectional bobbin lace, its patterns most dramatically worked in white, cream, ecru and black. Twenty-five designs, originally published in Dutch, are supplemented here by thirty-five spectacular pieces of Veronica Sorenson's own devising. Fully supported by comprehensive technical information, patterns have never been simpler to follow. Designs include motifs, edgings, crosses, collars and cuffs, all-lace mats, pieces designed for specific use in the home and gift suggestions. For the lacemaker familiar with bobbin lacemaking techniques there is a wealth of new and interesting designs to be discovered; originality and versatility are the key features of Bruges flower lace, fully reflected in this book.