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LACIS Publications and Special Import Books
The full catalog from Lacis (with many more books, needlework tools and
supplies) is available by e-mail, calling or writing to:
LACIS, 3163 Adeline St., Berkeley, CA 94703 (510) 843-7178 (phone)
(510) 843-5018 (fax)
lacis@delphi.com
"STANDARD" WORK ON CUTTING (MEN'S GARMENTS): 1886, Jno. J. Mitchell Co.
Republication of the 1886 Fifth edition of work of same title
describing the block pattern system for men's garments including coats,
sleeves, capes, gaiters, etc. Valuable guide for producing 19th c.
men's garments. 0-916896-33-1. 128pgs.
ARMENIAN LACE, Nouvart Tashjian, edited by Jules and Kaethe Kliot. This
lace, originating at least 2,000 years ago is distinguished by its
knotted stitches, similar to those of netted lace. This book covers the
cultural importance of this lace as well as technique and provides
instructions for many traditional patterns. 0-916896-20-X. 32pgs. (s)
BATTENBERG AND POINT LACE, Nellie Clarke Brown, edited by Jules &
Kaethe Kliot. Battenberg lace utilizes a premade tape in this popular
needle lace technique. This republication of the 1912 PRISCILLA
BATTENBERG AND POINT LACE BOOK is the most complete Battenberg Lace
book currently available with a full description of over 100 stitches
and a catalog of over 100 traditional lace designs from the 1900's, all
currently available. Includes collars, handkerchiefs, curtains, table
linens, tie ends and decorative motifs. 0-916896-26-9. 64pgs. (s)
BEAD EMBROIDERY, Joan Edwards. A reprint of the bead work classic
covering virtually all techniques with emphasis on conceptual design.
192pgs. (s)
BEAD EMBROIDERY, Valerie Campbell-Harding and Pamela Watts. The many
ways of making and modifying beads and attaching to fabrics in
conjunction with other stitchery techniques with emphasis on
innovation. 124pgs. (h)
BEAD WORK, edited by Jules and Kaethe Kliot. A reprint of the 1912
Priscilla book, this is a valuable resource for study, repair and
conservation of beadwork. Well illustrated, the techniques of weaving,
knitting and embroidery as well as stringing are covered, with charted
designs. 0-916896-21-8. 64pgs (s)
BOBBIN LACE PATTERNS, Ellen Lawrence. A portfolio of patterns covering
most projects in, BOBBIN LACE: DESIGNS AND INSTRUCTIONS. (f)
BOBBIN LACE, Ellen Lawrence, ed. by Jules and Kaethe Kliot. An
unabridged republication of the 1911 PRISCILLA BOBBIN LACE BOOK, this
title briefly covers all the fundamentals and then develops the
specific techniques of cluny, Russian, Bruges and torchon lace.
Patterns for the advanced techniques are provided in the separate
portfolio "BOBBIN LACE PATTERNS". 0-916896-14-5 (s) 32pgs.
CUTWORK, HEDEBO & BRODERIE ANGLAISE, Edited by Jules & Kaethe Kliot.
The techniques and designs for decorating a fabric by free form
piercing and needle made infillings as popular with Victorian whitework
and contemporary "heirloom" sewing. Reprints from several early 20th c.
publications. 96pgs. (p)
DRAFTING AND PATTERN DESIGNING, Woman's Institute of Domestic Arts &
Sciences. Principles, methods and proportiuions for drafting to
measurements and designing individual patterns. Republication of 1926
title of same name with added contemporary fashion cuts. 160pgs. (p)
EMBROIDERY WITH BEADS, Angela Thompson. Beadwork on fabric explained
and explored from traditional beadwork and bead manufacture to fashion and design ideas, tambour and other beading techniques, beaded smocking
and quilting, beaded edges, fringes, tassels and cords; and a resource
list. 120pgs. (h)
FASHION OUTLINES, Margaret C. Ralston. The block pattern system as
applied to women's garments of the late 20's. Supplemented with fashion
plates of the period. Originally published in 1932 under the name Dress
Cutting. 0-916896-32-3. 80pgs. (p)
FLORENTINE EMBROIDERY, Barbara Muller. Easy to follow charts of
traditional patterns with techniques for pattern manipulation and
innovation. 96pgs. (p)
GARMENT PATTERNS FOR THE EDWARDIAN LADY, Mrs. F. E. Thompson.
Republication of the 1905 edition of "La Mode Universelle #22" offering
basic patterns through the "new and improved" simplified layout and
cutting system. Pictures and patterns for a wide variety of garments. 0
-916896-35-8. 64pgs.
IRISH CROCHET LACE; INSTRUCTIONS AND DESIGNS, ed. by Jules and Kaethe
Kliot. A reprint of portions of three 1900's manuals including the
original DMC, IRISH CROCHET LACE. A complete explanatory work on Irish
crochet designs with instructions including notes on history,
technique, materials and care. 0-916896-17-X. 64pgs. (s)
KNITTED LACE (KUNST-STRICKEN), Marie Niedner & Gussie von Reden. A
abridged republication of the 1921 classic. Charted patterns in similar
form to todays "Anna" and "Burda" patterns. Gloves, bags, garments,
etc. Germany text with English guide and glossery. 80pgs.
KUMI HIMO, TECHNIQUES OF JAPANESE PLAITING, Jules and Kaethe Kliot.
This traditional Japanese braid has developed into the highest order
of braid technique and complexity. This book contains detailed
illustrations and instructions on technique, tools, materials. It is
designed as a guide to understanding the several Japanese pattern
texts currently available. 20pgs. 0-916896-11-0 (s)
LACE NET EMBROIDERY, EMBROIDERY ON TULLE AND NET, Th. De Dillmont
Embroidery on both square net and hexagonal net (tulle) explored in
detail. Emphasis on running or counted mesh techniques. 64pgs. 0-916896
-28-5. (p)
LADIES' TAILOR-MADE GARMENTS 1908, S.S. Gordon. Originally published as
"The Standard Work on Cutting, Ladies' Tailor-Made Garments" by the
Jno. J. Mitchell Co., this drafting system includes patterns for a wide
variety of womens garments including jackets, skirts, collars and
riding clothes. Includes period sewing and finishing instructions.
240pgs. (p)
MILLINERY FOR EVERY WOMAN, Georgina Kerr Kaye. A complete course in the
art of millinery covering step by step techniques, embellishments and
virtually every type of hat construction. Reprint of 1926 edition. ISBN
0-916896-43-9. 384pgs. (p)
NEEDLE LACES: BATTENBERG, POINT & RETICELLA, 2nd Ed, Jules & Kaethe
Kliot. A valuable how-to and resource on late 19th c. tape lace and
needle lace techniques and designs. Includes a catalog of over 120
available heirloom patterns from the late 19th c. 0-916896-27-7.
64pgs. (p)
NEW DIMENSIONS IN TATTING, To de Haan-van Beek. Pictorial tatting using
color, reverse picots and layering. Translated from Dutch "Kleurrijk
Frivolite." 87pgs. (p)
PATTERNS IN TORCHON: A STUDENT'S WORKBOOK, Jules & Kaethe Kliot. A set
of 15 handsome torchon patterns takin from a 19th c. work book.
Creative edgings, borders and insertions for a wide range of uses.
Hard stock patterns with photographs of each. (f)
PRACTICAL TATTING, Phyllis Sparks. Collars, mats and edgings by photos
and diagrams. 33 New patterns for shuttle or needle. 96pgs. (p)
SINGER INSTRUCTIONS FOR ART EMBROIDERY AND LACE WORK, Singer Sewing
Machine Company, edited by Jules & Kaethe Kliot. A reprint of the 1941,
7th edition of this title. The most complete and thorough guide for the
use of the basic home sewing machine as a tool for creative fabric
decoration, this book still stands today as the inspiration and the
most authoritative source for developing contemporary machine
embroidery techniques. Techniques cover basic embroidery to all
varieties of lacemaking. 0-916896-24-2. 224pgs (p)
SMOCKING AND GATHERING FOR FABRIC MANIPULATION, Nellie Weymouth Link,
edited by Jules and Kaethe Kliot. A valuable source for anyone
interested in the pure manipulation of flat fabric into a myriad of
three dimensional structures. The techniques illustrate a new tool
beyond basic smocking and gathering for the fitting and trimming of any
garment. 0-916896-25-0. 112pgs. (p)
SPRANG: LANGUAGE AND TECHNIQUES, Jules Kliot. An ancient technique
(almost 3500 yrs), Sprang is a net type fabric formed solely from
parallel warp strands stretched between two supports. Believed to be
the forerunner of bobbin lace, it is described with detailed
instructions using a wide range of materials. 24pgs. 0-916896-03-X (s)
TAPESTRY LOOM TECHNIQUES, A GUIDE TO EXPLORATION ON THE TWO HARNESS
LOOM, Jules Kliot. A classroom guide to the techniques and stitches of
hand manipulated weaves. Covers tapestry, locking, wrapped, pile, lace
and knotted weaves. 24pgs 0-916896-04-8 (p)
TATTING WITH VISUAL PATTERNS, Mary Konior. A new collection of tatting
patterns, each illustrated graphically and with photo covering a wide
range of skills. 120pgs. (h)
TATTING; DESIGNS FROM VICTORIAN LACE,ed. by Jules and Kaethe Kliot. An
unabridged republication of three works from the early 1900's including
the Priscilla TATTING BOOK NO.1. Projects include elaborate collars,
bonnets, monograms, chatelaine and numerous yokes and edgings. 0-916896
-13-7. 64pgs. (s)
TENERIFFE LACE, Jules and Kaethe Kliot. Kliot. Teneriffe lace is a
needle lace weaving technique, requiring a frame or form in addition to
an ordinary needle and thread. A republication of portions of four
outstanding manuals printed during the early 20th century, including
the DMC title TENERIFFE LACE, this book brings the techniques to
readily available tools and materials. 0-916896-22-6. 96pgs. (p)
THE ART AND CRAFT OF RIBBON WORK, edited by Jules & Kaethe Kliot.
Originally published in 1918 this ribbon work classic with selections
from other contemporary manuals details the manipulation of ribbon for bows, millinery, costume and accessories. 80pgs. (p)
THE ART OF DRAWN WORK, the Butterick Publishing Company. An unabridged
republication of the 1896 edition, this remains the finest and most
complete resource exploring this form of embroidered open work. 0-
916896-29-3. 128pgs. (s)
THE ART OF HAIR WORK, HAIR BRAIDING AND JEWELRY OF SENTIMENT, Mark
Campbell. Hair work and braiding at its height of sophistication is
detailed in this republication of the 1875 edition. Much akin in
technique to Kumi-Himo, these braids rely on openness and texture
rather than color. Supplemented by material from Godey's Lady's Book
from years 1850 - 1859. Should appeal to craft person, historian,
jeweler and collector. 0-916896-31-5. 208pgs. (p)
THE ART OF NETTING, edited by Jules & Kaethe Kliot. The making of
netted lace where the structural nature of the construction is the
prime design element. A compilation of projects from 19th c. sources. 0
-916896-30-7. 112pgs. (p)
THE ART OF SHETLAND LACE, Sarah Don. The authoritative book on the
finest of knitting. Technique, instructions and patterns for the
gossamer wedding ring laces. 117pgs (p)
THE ART OF TATTING, Katherine Hoare. This is the only book to treat
tatting as a fine art. With an introduction by H.M the Queen of
Roumania, an avid tatter, the author explores tatting technique and
presents with 54 plates, a collection of spectacular examples of
garments, collars, edgings doilies and ecclesiastic pieces. 0-916896-
19-6. 64 pgs. (h)
THE BARGELLO BOOK, Frances Salter. Original designs with color photos
charts and instructions. 74pgs. (h)
THE CARE AND PRESERVATION OF TEXTILES, Karen Finch & Greta Putnam.
Still the definitive book on textile care, this book is a must for
anyone involed in collecting, wearing or just enjoying textiles in any
form. Karen Finch is Principal of the Textile Conservation Center at
Hampton Court Palace. 144pgs. (h))
THE KNITTED LACE PATTERNS OF CHRISTINE DURCHOW, Vol I, Ed by Jules &
Kaethe Kliot. A collection of over 100 early 20th c. charted patterns
by a foremost lace designer. 128pgs. (p)
THE VERTICAL LOOM, PRINCIPLES AND CONSTRUCTION, Jules Kliot.
Construction details and operation of the vertical tapestry loom,
commonly used for large tapestries. Covers loom up to 20 feet wide.
12pgs 0-916896-09-9 (s)
TRADITIONAL BOBBIN LACE: Patterns in Torchon, Guipire & Indira;
Gertrude Biedermann and Martha Anderson. An exciting collection of 45
pictorial and geometric bobbin lace patterns with an introduction and
working notes. Includes edgings, insertions, collars, doilies, corners
and ornaments. (portfolio)
TRADITIONAL DESIGN IN HARDANGER EMBROIDERY, Edited by Jules & Kaethe
Kliot. The decoration of a woven fabric by piercing with small square
holes. Technique and an extensive range of rich patterns from several
early 20th c. sources. 80pgs. (p)