num_pages: 144
description: Every crocheter stares admiringly at vintage lace wishing to replicate its delicacy and elegance. The originals were stitched with finer thread than we use today making that gorgeous heirloom-quality crochet lace an elusive dream. This unique guide showcases a collection of antique tablecloths and bedspreadseach a magnificent example of the crocheters artand revises the old techniques to suit todays threads. Complete patterns are included for each project along with instructions and full-page photos that make intricate designs easy to follow. Special attention is paid to working with traditional steel hooks and choosing the perfect crochet threads and plenty of advice is offered for working in filet. These projects take time but the results will become tomorrows heirlooms. 
language: English
title: Crochet Lace
publisher: Sterling