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by Sowerby (Author)
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Product details

  • Hardcover: 192 pages
  • Publisher: XRX Books; illustrated edition edition (22 Nov 2007)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 1933064072
  • ISBN-13: 978-1933064079
  • Product Dimensions: 27.7 x 25.9 x 2.3 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 15,463 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Within this compendium, the very first knitting books have been translated from sketchy, often inaccurate instructions into richly coloured, exciting patterns for modern day accessories. This blend of history, mystery, and hands-on technique debunks myths about Victorian life as it inspires beginners and ambitious knitters alike. Included are instructions for Victorian lace, as the Victorians never saw it - in glorious detail, up close and on location in and around Cambridge. The lace patterns progress from the first, most basic, edgings to the sophistication of "real" lace. Forty patterns are included - scarves and shawls, capes, and fichus - with comprehensive information on the tools and techniques of lace knitting for beginners and enough challenges to keep experienced or ambitious knitters engaged. Delicate and decorative, historical lace patterns are within the reach of today's knitters in this book of adventurous ideas with a vintage touch.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Knitting in a Victorian Perspective, 27 Nov 2006
By Koen Lesage (Roeselare, Belgium) - See all my reviews
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If there is still anybody who thinks knitting is stupid, boring or whatever, think again. This wonderful book puts knitting into perspective. First and foremost it clearly demonstrates that knitting has a rich and long history to it. Secondly, as with anything with a history, it tells us a lot about the society and the people who practised it. Case in point, the Victorian society. But if you think history is as boring as knitting, here is another thought for you. This is a beautiful book. This lace and its patterns richly deserved to be preserved. This is as much cultural heritage as the Taj Mahal or Shakespeare. This lace is breathtaking. The photography is ever so refined and the Victorian settings are so fitting. I assure you. You will not put this book away until you have seen it all. And finally, when the mind and the senses have been satisfied you yourself can partake in this grand tradition. The detailed patterns and clear instructions allow you to recreate all this romantic beauty and make it ready for a new age.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Give Yourself a Treat.....Best knitting book in ages, 18 Jan 2007
By Christina Campbell (Canterbury, Kent England) - See all my reviews
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This is a real winner, with beautiful photos and I want to make EVERYTHING in this book!! There's something for everyone from beginner to advanced. Would you believe it - it's written by an English woman, living near Cambridge but she had to go to US to get it published, by XrX, the people who publish lots of the knitting mags, etc. As it's an American book this means the patterns are all charted out, which I have come to realise is so great where lace knitting is concerned. Takes a little while to get into the swing of it, but now I find uncharted patterns so much more hard work. Go on, treat yourself...you'll love it
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24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Don't judge a book by it's cover, 7 Mar 2007
By Sarah (Surrey, UK) - See all my reviews
I must admit that I found both the look and the title of this book totally unappealing. Fortunately a friend had a copy and I was able to delve inside and see it's potential. For several years I have been looking for a book on knitting lace - and have bought several publications only to be disappointed; but not in this case. It took me some time to "get my head round" the instructions, but everything you need to know is there and is clearly explained. I am already enjoying making my first project, while still exploring the pages to decide what to make next. Clearly written with great passion for the subject - fabulous book!
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4.0 out of 5 stars inspiring
this book has lots of patterns for the beginner through to the experienced lace knitter, this will be my first pattern book with charts, which i am looking forward to, i'm told... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Nina of Bristol

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing!
Absolutely amazing! Can't I rate it more than five stars? Those shawls, those scarves... I'd have liked to pick up my needles and begin to knit one of those wonderful shawls as... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Flavia

5.0 out of 5 stars Great job Jane!
This is a masterpiece of lace knitting, with a detailed history about lace
starting from the Victorian Era. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Raffaella Niccioli

5.0 out of 5 stars VICTORIAN LACE TODAY
'Victorian Lace Today' is a superb lace knitting book - enticing, imaginative, and inspirational in every way. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Thinker

5.0 out of 5 stars Victorian Lace Today
An absolutely STUNNING book - worth buying for the pictures alone. There are so many beautiful shawls you want to make them all. Also a section on how to create your own. Read more
Published 20 months ago by H. Bain

3.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful book
Undoubtably this book is gorgeous, the charts are clear and make life pretty straightforward.
However, when it came to it I didn't really want to knit any of them - I know I... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Mrs. A. R. Slater

5.0 out of 5 stars Fabulous book!
This book is definitely for the more experienced knitter. The pictures are fabulous. The patterns seem to be clear, although charts are used. Read more
Published 24 months ago by Craftydramaqueen

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent resource
While I would have liked to have read more information derived directly from Sowerby's research, this is an excellent resource for knitters. Read more
Published on 19 Mar 2007 by R. Dickinson

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