Clones lace : the story and patterns of an Irish crochet

This book tells the social history of the crochet lace-making tradition in south Ulster. The second part of the book is aimed at the beginner, witg guides to easy-to-do motifs that will introduce you to the beautiful craft of Clones lace. Maire has transcibed the Clines knot-fillint stitch and the many secrets of this unique craft from other workers in the area, with easy-to-follow directions. Preface to second edition -- Réamhrá - foreword --The story of clones lace -- How to make clones lace -- Twenty-one motifs -- Some edgings -- Working with linen -- Irish crochet -- Twelve projects -- Footnotes