The Borris Lace Collection

A Unique Irish Needlelace
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The Borris Lace Collection by Annette Meldrum and Marie Laurie explores the intricate art and cultural significance of Borris lace, a traditional Irish lace. It delves into its historical roots, the skilled craftsmanship involved in its creation, and its enduring influence in the world of textile arts. The book celebrates the beauty and heritage of this unique art form, offering readers both a visual feast and a cultural journey.
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This book may appeal to you if you have a passion for intricate crafts and a deep appreciation for traditional lace-making. It offers a rich exploration of the artistry and history behind lace, showcasing detailed techniques and beautiful patterns that inspire both beginners and seasoned crafters alike.

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The Borris Lace Collection

The Borris Lace Collection will serve as an inspiration to lace-makers and as a permanent record of unique patterns and techniques that otherwise might be lost forever.

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When Marie and Annette visited Borris House in 2006, the lace in the Borris Lace Collection was uncatalogued, unpublished, and almost completely unknown in Ireland. Knowledge of the old techniques and true characteristics of the lace had been lost. Unless the history and techniques were researched and recorded without delay, the technique of Borris lace and the provenance that was currently known could be lost forever.

This astonishing book integrates the significant social, cultural, and historical significance of Borris lace with the beautiful intricacies and allurement of this fine needlework. Marie’s reworking of these phenomenal traditional designs revealed the use of age-old techniques that are unprecedented in contemporary arts.

Marie and Annette hope that their efforts will ensure the long-term survival and appreciation of this remarkable lace.

Series: Milner Craft Series

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The Borris Lace Collection by Annette Meldrum and Marie Laurie delves into the obscure yet captivating art of Borris lace, a unique form of Irish needlelace. The book explores its rich history, linked with Ireland's social backdrop during the 19th century and the Irish Potato Famine. It features detailed photography and narratives about the lace creators and offers practical projects for readers to try. Acclaimed as a comprehensive reference, it includes instructions, stitch glossaries, and insights that appeal to needlework enthusiasts.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781863514071

Publisher: Sally Milner Publishing Pty Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 March 2010

Country: Australia

Imprint: Sally Milner Publishing Pty Ltd

Illustration: 100 Illustrations, color

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 210.0mm

Height: 280.0mm

Weight: 532g

Pages: 128

About the Author

Annette Meldrum is a keen embroiderer and lacemaker who has participated in Guild exhibitions and shows around Australia. She is a keen researcher and collector of old lace, has studied lace techniques in Australia, Italy, Greece, the United Kingdom and Ireland, and has a collection of lace and embroidery from around the world dating back to the sixteenth century. Annette is an experienced teacher who has taught embroidery and needle lace for the Lace Guild, Embroiderers' Guild and various Needlework Shops. She is currently employed as Informatics Faculty Librarian at the University of Wollongong Library. Marie Laurie describes herself as a lifelong embroiderer. Since discovering lace work in 1982 while on holiday in the United Kingdom, she has worked most needlepoint techniques, and is known as an experienced needlewoman, author, judge, speaker, successful national and international exhibitor and recognised tape lace specialist. Marie teaches Youghal, Carrickmacross, Limerick, Irish applique, Zele, Branscombe, Hollie point, Halas, Teneriffe, Gyor and Hoveji laces.

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