Borris Lace Collection A Unique Irish Needlelace

Download or read book Borris Lace Collection written by Annette Meldrum and published by Milner Craft (Paperback). This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The history of the Borris Lace has never been published. Here is a celebration of the old techniques and characteristics of the lace, wit a number of patterns adapted for modern use.

Download or read book The Waters and the Wild written by Gwen Wilkinson and published by Merrion Press. This book was released on 2023-04-06 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 2019, Gwen Wilkinson set herself the challenge of building a canoe and paddling it the length of Ireland, along a network of inland waterways. She set out from the shores of Lough Erne and navigated a 400 km journey to the tidal waters of the River Barrow in Ireland. More than just a travelogue, The Waters and the Wild explores the interwoven histories of the people and wildlife that shaped Gwen’s journey. As the adventure unfolds, she also shines a light on pioneering women who have left their mark on Ireland’s landscape – both natural and cultural. From wild camping on deserted islands to drifting on lakes in the company of restless lapwings, this book invites the reader to share an intense engagement with the natural world. The charming text is accompanied by the author’s own striking lino and woodcut prints, beautiful and though-provoking interpretations of the flora and fauna she observed on her travels.

Download or read book Netted Lace written by M. Morgan and published by Milner Craft (Paperback). This book was released on 2014 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Once used primarily for fishing, netting now works beautifully as a base for filet lace. While many lacemakers use commercially available varieties, Margaret Morgan wanted unique sizes and colors. So she began to make her own. Here she explains the equipment she uses and the traditional techniques shes gathered from old source material, and provides 40 patterns with instructions for creating different shapes and edgings. Use the lace for scarves, shawls, place mats, doilies, and even miniature items for a dolls house.

Download or read book Carrickmacross Lace ... the Lace with a Twist written by Mary O'Neill (Lace-maker) and published by . This book was released on 2020 with total page 109 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Borris House, Co. Carlow, and Elite Regency Patronage written by Edmund Joyce and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Borris House has been the ancestral home of the MacMurrough Kavanagh family for approximately 900 years. Walter Kavanagh succeeded his father to the estates at Borris in 1792. In the early 19th century, he decided to transform his home. As the house transformed, so did the collections within. The family amassed notable collections of furniture, books, and silver. This volume identifies the role that Walter Kavanagh and later his brother and heir Thomas had in the shaping of Borris House and its collections.

Download or read book Embroidered Treasures: Flowers written by Dr. Annette Collinge and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2018-01-22 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fantastic book showcases the Embroiderers' Guild's huge collection of embroidered flowers dating back to the 17th cenury. Featuring photographs commissioned for the book, items are shown in full and also with detail images to show off the flowers at their best. Hailing from all parts of the globe, this is an opportunity to see fabulous works that are very rarely seen in public. The Embroiderers' Guild, founded in 1906, has at the heart of its collection numerous beautiful donated textiles in all forms, given by members and enthusiasts over many years. The collection now contains thousands of embroidery examples from many countries and cultures. This book showcases the best of the collection's flower embroideries, dating from the 17th century to the present day. Whether they are abstract or naturalistic, the variety of flowers shown is quite extraordinary. They all exhibit a wonderful level of skill and imagination, and their beauty and detail will be inspirational to embroiderers of all ages and levels of expertise. Featuring photographs taken especially for the book, items are shown in full and also with detail images to show off the flowers at their best. These wonderful embroidered treasures are as varied as wall hangings, children's dresses, bridal bags and samplers. The images are shown with extended captions giving the country of origin, age, size and technique used to make them. Hailing from all parts of the globe, this is an opportunity to see fabulous works that are very rarely seen in public.

Download or read book Needle Lace Flowers written by Figen Cakir and published by Stackpole Books. This book was released on 2013-10-01 with total page 130 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An introduction to the traditional Turkish needlecraft of Oya.