Lace Books Listed by Author
from O-R
last update Sept. 7, 2002

 Title ~ Author~ Catagory ~ Language ~ Publisher ~ Pub. date ~ ISBN ~ description

  1. Limerick Lace by O' Cleirigh and Rowe ~ needle lace ~ English     ~ ISBN 0-86140-368-1
  2. Carrickmacross Lace  by O' Cleirigh, Nellie ~ cut/emb ~ English ~ Colin Smythe   ~ ISBN 0-85105-436-6 Descrip: History and tecniques of this lovely Irish lace
  3. Tien Jaar Vreindschap in Kant (Ten Year Friendship in Lace)  by O.I.D.F.A.   ~ Flemish
  4. Irish Lace Making  by O'Connor, Eileen C.  ~ mixed ~ English ~ Dryad  ~ 1973 ~ ISBN 85219 090 5  Descrip: Short history with instructions to make plus pattern sheets-Limerick/Carrick-ma-Cross/Tambour
  5. Point Ground Lace: A Comparative Study by OIDFA ~ Pointground ~ English   ~ 2001 ~ ISBN  Descrip: This is a sensational comparative study of point ground laces
  6. De techniek van het kantklossen by Olffen, Annelie ~ mixed ~ Dutch ~ Cantecleer ~ 1979 ~ ISBN 90 213 0739 1 Descrip: includes history of lace/ Schneeberger/ Idria/ connections/ beginnings and ending/ samples of historic lace/ many pictures/ patterns and instructions on 203 pages
  7. Schneebergse kant by Olffen, Annelie ~ Rus/Tape ~ Dutch
  8. Knypplerskan Del I andII  by Olsson, Inga-Lisa ~ Torchon ~ Swed/Eng. ~ Ab.E. Holmqvists Eftl. Malmö ~ 1971    Descrip: Book with pictures of Torchon laces not any patterns
  9. Knypplerskan Del III  by Olsson, Inga-Lisa   ~ Swed/Eng.
  10. Schiffchen-Arbeiten  Occhi Frivolitaten (reprint  1918 by Omas Handarbeits bibliothek ~ tatting ~ German
  11. Orsa-knippling by Ostlund Britta   ~ Swedish
  12. LaDentelle Guide du visiteur(catalogus) by Overloop E.v.   ~ Flemish
  13. Knipelesanas by Ozola/ Zemture ~ beg./skills ~ Latvian ~ Janava ~ 1999 ~ ISBN 9984-05-222-2    Descrip: It is a beginners book on lacemaking and a short history of lacemaking in Latvia.  Some lace was used in the Latvian folk costumes in some areas of the country.  There are beginners steps in torchon and other techniques that I haven't seen in other books.  A number of prickings are ished in the back of the book.
  14. Lace Making by Page, Elenor   ~ English ~ Sir Isaac Pitman  ~ 1930
  15. History of Lace (The) by Palliser, Mrs. Bury ~ referance ~ English ~ Dover ~ 1911/84 ~ ISBN 0-486-24742-2
  16. Duchesse by Pamelen, Jose van ~ freehand lace ~ Dutch
  17. Eigentijdse Kantkreaties by Pamelen, Jose van   ~ Dutch
  18. Russisch Kant by Pamelen, Jose van ~ Rus/Tape ~ Dutch
  19. Ovals - 17 Original Bobbin Lace Designs  by Paternoster, Brenda   ~ English
  20. Threads for Lace by Paternoster, Brenda ~ bobbins & thread ~ English ~ self-pub.   ~ 2001    Descrip: A new analysis of threads and thread sizes
  21. Creative Lace Patterns  by Paton, Valerie  mixed ~ English ~ Dryad Press ~ 1987    Descrip: From the same pricking- a variety of lace styles can be produced-whether the lace is continuous or sectional. It is on this varied interpretation and the development of an individual style that Valerie Paton has based her approach.
  22. Technique and Design of Cluny Lace  by Paulis and Rutgers ~ Beds/Cluny ~ English ~ Ruth Bean  1984 ~ ISBN 0-903585-18- 9
  23. Le Passe de la dentelle by Paulis, L.   ~ Flemish
  24. Les Points a l'aiguille by Paulis, L. ~ needle lace ~ Flemish
  25. Pour Connatre la Dentelle by Paulis, L.   ~ Flemish ~ de Nederlandsche Boekhandel ~ 1947
  26. Tentoonstelling Belgisch Kant 1948 by Paulis, L.   ~ Dutch
  27. Beveran Lace I by Pauwels, Nadine ~ Pointground ~ English        Descrip: A Kant Centrum syllabus, with diagrams and prickings on this beautiful point ground lace, Meticulously produced.
  28. Beveran Lace II by Pauwels, Nadine ~ Pointground ~ English        Descrip: Compilation of Beveran point ground Lace patterns
  29. Flanders Lace 2 by Pauwels, Nadine ~ F-P-V-M-B ~ English
  30. Vlaanderse kant 1(Flanders lace) by Pauwels, Nadine ~ F-P-V-M-B ~ Flemish
  31. New Designs in Honiton Lace  by Perryman and Voysey ~ freehand lace ~ English
  32. Manual of Lace, A by Pethebridge,Jeanette E.  ~ needle lace ~ English ~ Cassell ~ 1947    Descrip: 71 pages Gives instructions on Carrickmacross; Limerick; Youghal Point; Point De Venise; Point D' Alencon; Bobbin Lace;Genoese; Bruges; Honiton; and Rosaline
  33. Initiation logique a la Dentelle du Puy by Petiot, J   ~ French
  34. Mon premier cahier de Dentelle by Petiot, J ~ beg./skills ~ French
  35. Hedendaags kant by Pfannschmidt, Ernst-Eric   ~ Dutch
  36. Spitzen- Neue Ausdruckformen by Pfannschmidt, Ernst-Eric   ~ German
  37. Twentieth-Century Lace by Pfannschmidt, Ernst-Eric ~ Contem/Misc ~ English     ~ ISBN 0-684-14375-5 Descrip: Black & white photos and brief descriptions of contemporary lace made in 20th century.
  38. Russische Kant  by Polfliet-Pouwels, Monique ~ Rus/Tape ~ Dutch ~ Terra Zutphen ~ 1989 ~ ISBN 90-6255-383-4
  39. Freude Am Klöppeln  by Pollak, Barbara   ~ German
  40. Seven Centuries of Lace by Pollen, Mrs. John Hungerford ~ antique ~ English ~ Macmillan ~ 1908    Descrip: 120 b/w full-page illustrations- 53pp. of text
  41. Introduction to Lace (An) by Pond, Gabrielle ~ referance ~ English ~ Scribner ~ 1973 ~ ISBN 0-684-13830-1
  42. Bobbin Lace for Beginners by Potgeister ~ beg./skills ~ English ~ Delos, Capetown,SA
  43. Lace and Lacemaking by Powys, Marian ~ referance ~ English ~ Branford, charles T. ~ 1953    Descrip: Wonderful reference including lace pedigrees
  44. Palickováni  by Praha, Mona   ~ Czech
  45. L'Amour en Dentelles by Prejelan, Rene ~ antique ~ French ~ H. Simonis Empis ~ 1902    Descrip: 100 illus. by the author
  46. Needle-Made Laces and Net Embroideries  by Preston, Doris Campell ~ needle lace ~ English ~ Dover ~ 1938/84 ~ ISBN 0-486-24708-2
  47. Ruskin Lace and Linen Work  by Prickett, Elizabeth ~ cut/emb ~ English ~ Dover + Badger Press Ltd ~ 1985/6/97 ~ ISBN 0-486-25291-4 Descrip: (Badger 1998copy-ISBN=09532040 0 6 ) -cut work that is then filled in with needlelace all done on linen.  The book also gives a nice history lesson on the technique.
  48. Renda de bilros e sua aculturação no Brasil [por]  by Ramo,s Luiza    ~ spanish   ~ 1948    Descrip: Lacemaking in Brazil
  49. Milanese Lace- an Introduction by Read and Kincaid ~ Milanese/braid ~ English ~ Batsford ~ 1992 ~ ISBN 0-7134-5707-4  Descrip: A collection of over 35 decorated braids and 24 patterns (12 traditional and 12 modern) all white. The braids section provides excellent diagrams as well as a verbal description of each. The patterns section gives a pricking a list of braids used and their order and a photo of the finished lace. There are also a couple of chapters on technique and one on designing one's own patterns.  Not for a total beginner but not far off.
  50. New Braids and Designs in Milanese Lace . Read by Read and Kincaid ~ Milanese/braid ~ English ~ Batsford ~ 1992 ~ ISBN 0-7134-7192-1 Descrip: 40 new braids and 30 patterns (some in colour). Recapitulation of techniques and some of the earlier braids. Previous knowledge of Milanese recommended
  51. MEMOIR HISTORIQUE SIRE LE TULLE ET LES DENTELLES MECANIQUE DE CALAIS (ST-PIERRE) by Reboul, M ~ antique ~ French   ~ 1884    Descrip: lacemaking in Calis France,159pp
  52. Kantklossen(herdruk) by Red "de Gracieuze"   ~ Dutch
  53. Kantpatronen voor meergevorderden by Red "de Gracieuze"   ~ Dutch
  54. Klöppel arbeiten by Reden, Gussie van ~ mixed ~ German ~ Verlag für die Frau ~ 1991 ~ ISBN 3-7304-0319-2 Descrip: Different kind of laces and patterns
  55. Kloppelspitzen by Reden, Gussie van ~ mixed ~ German ~ Verlag für die Frau ~ 1993 ~ ISBN 3-7304-0351-6 Descrip: (reprint from 1909)
  56. Art & Craft of Carrickmacross Lace by Regan, Shelia ~ cut/emb ~ English
  57. Illustrated Guide to Lace by Reigate , Emily ~ referance ~ English ~ Antique Collectors Club England ~ 1986 ~ ISBN 1-85149-003-5 Descrip: This book offers the an incomparable collection of photos of lace from the great centers of lacemaking in Italy- France- Flanders- and England. Each example is placed in its geographical and historical context from the 17th century to the present day.
  58. Manual for Sluis and Withof Duchess Laces - Part 1 Sluis 1913-1935 by Reijs, Anneke ~ freehand lace ~ English    1992  ISBN 90-801570-3-1 Descrip: Part I. A complete step by step description of all aspects of Sluis Duchesse. The 49 patterns are designed by Sister Judith. The description of the technique and the working of the patterns is sanctioned by Sister Judith.
  59. Manual for Sluis and Withof Duchesse Laces - Withof Part 3 by Reijs, Anneke ~ freehand lace ~ English    2000  ISBN ISBN 90-801570-6-6  Part II. A complete step by step description of all aspects of Withof Duchesse up till 1993. Again the patterns are created by Sister Judith.
  60. Manual for Sluis and Withof Duchesse Laces Withof -part II    by Reijs, Anneke ~ freehand lace ~ English    1993  ISBN 90-801570-4-X  Part III. In part III of the manual for Sluis and Withof Duchesse Laces the changes that are put into practice in the years 1993 - 200 are dealt with. Some patterns are worked with coloured thread. All the patterns are designed by Sister Judith.
  61. Point de Venise  by Rezabek, Mildred ~ needle lace ~ English
  62. Album de Encajes al Bolillo  by Ribas, Juan   ~ ed. Spanish
  63. Italian Lace Designs 243 Classic Examples  by Ricci, Elisa ~ referance ~ English        Descrip: This splendid pictorial anthology presents a rich selection of laces selected from a rare and lavish work unrivaled in this coverage of 300 years of  Italian lace. Over 240 sharply  detailed  photographs depict an array of both  needle made and bobbin laces.
  64. Lace Travels  by Richards, Jack ~ referance ~ English ~ Nottingham Lace Centre  ~ 1994 ~ ISBN 950812633
  65. Bucks Point Prickings by Riley, Kate ~ Pointground ~ English        Descrip: 59 prickings drafted by Kate Riley from sample in Lace Dealers Pattern Book.
  66. Belgische Kant : 19e - 20e eeuw by Risselin, M. ~ referance ~ Dutch ~ Musées Royaux d'Art et d'Histoire
  67. Belgische Kant van de 16e tot de 18e eeuw  by Risselin, M. ~ referance ~ Dutch ~ Musées Royaux d'Art et d'Histoire
  68. Dentelles  Belges du 16e au 18e siecle by Risselin, M. ~ referance ~ French ~ Musées Royaux d'Art et d'Histoire  ~ 1978
  69. Dentelles Belges 19e-20e siecles by Risselin, M. ~ referance ~ French ~ Musées Royaux d'Art et d'Histoire  ~ 1978
  70. Dentelles Italiennes aux Musees Royaux d'art et d'histoire,les by Risselin, M. ~ referance ~ Dutch ~ Musées Royaux d'Art et d'Histoire  ~ 1973    Descrip: 132 pgs soft cover- excellent quality photos of amazing laces and portraits.  16th C onward.  bobbin and needle divided by areas of production. Text in Italian.  More pics than text.
  71. Gift van Mw.H.Curtiss-Kirstein by Risselin, M. ~ referance ~ Flemish ~ Musées Royaux d'Art et d'Histoire
  72. Lace collection, The by Risselin, M. ~ referance ~ english ~ Musées Royaux d'Art et d'Histoire  ~ 1978    Descrip: paperback lots of photos
  73. Lace Collection, The by Risselin, M. ~ referance ~ Flemish ~ Musées Royaux d'Art et d'Histoire
  74. Les dentelles étrangères  by Risselin, M. ~ referance ~ Dutch ~ Musées Royaux d'Art et d'Histoire
  75. Qu'est-ce qu'une dentelle  by Risselin, M. ~ referance ~ french ~ Musées Royaux d'Art et d'Histoire  ~ 1978
  76. Wat is Kant? by Risselin, M. ~ referance ~ Flemish ~ Musées Royaux d'Art et d'Histoire
  77. Poncetto Lace  by Rizzi,Theresa   ~ antique ~ English   ~ 1917    Descrip: Valsesia, Italy. 16 pages. Poncetto Lace was first made in Valsesia in the 17th century
  78. Little Bobbin Book(The)  by Robbins, Lynn   ~ English
  79. Manual of Bedfordshire Lace by Robinson, A. Pam ~ Beds/Cluny ~ English ~ Ruth Bean   ~ ISBN 0-903585-20-0
  80. Prisclla Netting Book  by Robinson, Belle ~ knot/net/filet ~ edited by
  81. Tatting Collage  by Rogers,Lindsay  ~ tatting ~ English ~ Guild of Master Craftsman    ~ ISBN 1-861-0802-04 Descrip: Clear instructions for 65 small motifs ranging from simple flowers to complex miniature doilies. all perfect for decorating key rings- bookmarks and special occasion cards. filled with helpful hints and patterns
  82. Brugs Bloemwerk: Handleiding Voor Het Maken Van Brugs Bloemwerk Met 26 Patronen by Rombach-De Kievid, J.E.H. ~ freehand lace ~ Dutch ~ Terra Zutphen  ~ 1984 ~ ISBN 90-6255-219-6
  83. Flandrische Spitze by Romback-de-Kievid ~ F-P-V-M-B ~ German ~ Terra Zutphen    ~ ISBN 90-6255-335-4 Descrip: diagrams make this a must
  84. Lierse Kant oud en Nieuw  by Rome-Verbeylen, Greet   ~ Flemish
  85. Trois siecles de Dentelles by Roo, R.   ~ Flemish
  86. Leavers Lace- Handbook o American Leavers Lace Industry by Rosatto, Vittoria ~ machine ~ English
  87. Dentelle aux Fuseaux 12 Patterns with Applications  by Rousset,Guy   ~ French
  88. Dentelle Figurative aux Fuseaux  by Rousset,Guy   ~ French
  89. La Dentelle Aux Fuseaux de A à Z  by Rousset,Guy   ~ French
  90. Art Trade or Mystery, lace and Lacemaking in Northamptonshire by Rowley, Pat  ~ referance ~ English ~ The Lace Guild  ~ 2000 ~ ISBN 1 901372 08 1
  91. Lacemaking by Diagram 2- Tønder Lace by Rud, Charlotte ~ Pointground ~ Danish ~ C.A.Backhausen ~ 1989 ~ ISBN 87 7490 282 2
  92. Lacemaking by Diagram 2- Tønder Lace by Rud, Charlotte ~ Pointground ~ english ~ Notabene ~ 1989 ~ ISBN 87-7490-282-2
  93. LES DENTELLES AUX FUSEAUX Ire serie BOBBIN LACE with AN ENGLISH TRANSLATION by Ruffner, Trenna   ~ French/English ~ Gale ~ 1974
  94. Personal Lace  by Ruffner, Trenna   ~ English ~ Alembic Arts ~ 1993 ~ ISBN 963695304

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