Summary
Characterized by the superb draughtsmanship of its patterns and prickings, this book brings together 101 of the best and most beautiful torchon lace patterns. After an explanation of the colour-diagram method, which eliminates lengthy technical descriptions, the projects are then presented on facing double pages, each spread showing an overall pattern, diagram, pattern detail (as necessary) and close-up photograph for each worked lace piece. Included is a selection of patterns for working edgings, insertions, corners, bookmarks and medallions, aimed at a wide range of readership from beginners to experienced lacemakers.

About the Author
Robin Lewis-Wild, artist and lacemaker, has taught lacemaking and lectured extensively for over 15 years. She has studied lacework in the US, Great Britain and Belgium. Awarded a major architectural commission for TVA and a Georgia NEA grant for contemporary work, she has received international attention for the expansion of traditional techniques to contemporary use.