There are two main techniques used to make Princess lace. The first is where the tape and tape shapes are sewn down onto net. This is a form of appliqué lace. The second type is where fancy tapes are linked together using looped threads. Sometimes these come with pre-shaped leaves, flowers or narrow strands for stems etc. This is a type of Guipure lace.
The appliqué form continues to be popular among various craft groups, especially in North America.
Also known as: Brussels princess lace
Sources:
- EARNSHAW, Pat (1988). A Dictionary of Lace, Princes Risborough: Shire Publications, p. 135.
- http://www.lacemaking.com/Ltapes.htm #Princess (retrieved 6 May 2016).
Digital source of illustration (retrieved 6 July 2016).
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