Mediterranean Knotted Lace - Paperback

by Elena Dickson (Author)

Knotted lace is an ancient craft making a comeback today, and fans will welcome this new book by a popular author, widely known for her lacemaking techniques and international workshops. Following on the heels of her first book, Knotted Lace in the Eastern Mediterranean Tradition, this lovely collection contains entirely new motifs with instructions for all the stitches and skills-- from basic knots and loops to edgings and working around a square-- along with diagrams. Illustrations throughout, including inspiring photos of finished projects, make these exquisite designs achievable for even beginner lace makers.

Author Biography

Elena Dickson's interests in handwork began at the age of eight, and her mother, a skilled needlewoman, fostered this talent. When Elena married, her Greek mother-in-law introduced her to the art of making knotted lace, or dandella. In 1987 she began to teach this ancient skill to members of the South Australian branch of the Australian Lace Guild and she continued to give lessons in this form of lace making. Elena sadly passed away in 2021 and is survived by her husband and three sons.