Some years ago it was decided to build up a 'technique library' of textiles and related items. This 'library' includes fibre and textile samples, samplers, individual pieces of lace (in the widest sense of the word), a range of beads, related (albeit small) items of equipment (spindles and whorls, crochet hooks, lace bobbins and pillows, sewing needles), and so forth. This collection is necessary in order to have comparative materials and objects, which can be used to identify and understand fibres, spins forms, weaves, finishes, textiles, as well as various sewing and decorative techniques found on garments and accessories.
