Second Book of Modern Lace Knitting (Paperback)

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Product Description

More distinctive patterns — Grand Slam, Lilac Time, Maidenhair, others — and over 29 complete projects. 41 illustrations.

Product Details

• Paperback: 117 pages
• Publisher: Dover Publications; Revised edition (June 1, 1972)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 048622905X
• ISBN-13: 978-0486229058
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #48,444 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Lace Patterns, March 24, 2000

By A Customer

This book has some of the most beautiful lace patterns you will find (the 'Rose of England' design is exquisite). The written instructions and charts included for each pattern are clear and easy to follow. Because the patterns are quite intricate, this book may not be suitable for the novice, but for the experienced lace knitter it is a must.

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Classic lace patterns for tablecloths or shawls, August 6, 2005

By	Shelly B. Thompson "lace knitter" (Torrance, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This second book of Modern Lace Knitting is great for the experienced lace knitter. I found the patterns in her first book more appealing and pretty, however these patterns are also excellent. The lace patterns are classic and are written for tablecloths and runners, however they work up very well in lace yarn for shawls or ponchos with few modifications. If you are not experienced with lace I would recommend Lavish Lace by Noble and Potter.

19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The most beautiful lace knitting you'll ever see, March 4, 2001

By	Joanna Daneman (Middletown, DE USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 10 REVIEWER)    (COMMUNITY FORUM 04)

These patterns are collected from vintage knitting from over the years, and they are the best of the best. This book has a Rose pattern that looks great knitting up in wool yarn for a shawl, as well as in thinner cotton for a table cloth. This book isn't really suitable for a beginner; if you are new to lace knitting, I recommend Martha Waterman's book first, then move on to this one.

These lace patterns make great baby christening blankets for an important gift, or a wedding shawl.

If you make a tablecloth, you can take a simple cardboard decorators table, drape it with a plain round of colored or neutral polished cotton and then put a handknitted tablecloth on it and have an accent piece that is incredibly beautiful (a decorator table has a cross-base and round top made of particle board or cardboard. You can put a glass round on top, but it isn't necessary. They are very inexpensive.) This is especially nice if you have Victorian or country decor.