BOBBIN LACE ANALYSIS COURSE PROGRAMME  :

The aim of the course is to offer tools to be able to recognize, analyze and describe laces, through the observation of objects in various states of conservation, both ancient and contemporary. 

Topics: Recognition of continuous-thread laces based on braids, with continuous and discontinuous tapes, à pièces rapportées, with different grounds and with continuous threads.

Timeline of the course is available in the application document (registration).

NEEDLEPOINT LACE ANALYSIS COURSE PROGRAMME:

The course will teach recognition of various needle lace techniques, lace-making from picage to joining;

mixed-technique laces: needle and bobbin, hosiery frame/loom, horizontal and vertical knits; Rachel, tulle, bobbinet, Cornely, Bonnaz, Leaver, Barmen, hand- operated embroidery machine, Schiffli, Multihead machines; perforated, cut and chemical lace; lace fabrics, Nottingham curtain lace frame; other techniques: filet, macramé, tatting, crotchet etc.

Timeline of the course is available in the application document (registration).