Honiton lace
This is a bobbin lace originating from Honiton in Devon, England, which became especially popular during the 18th and 19th centuries.
This is the same region often referred to in our shop as Devon lace.
A distinctive feature is the "motif lace" technique, in which individually made motifs (such as flowers and leaves) are later sewn onto a background.
A similar lace is Duchesse lace, which developed in Belgium in the 19th century and whose name derives from "duchess." Like Honiton, it is a bobbin lace, but its motifs are finer and more densely arranged, forming continuous patterns. Compared to Honiton lace, it is lighter and has a delicate, elegant appearance.
Round floral motifs are commonly seen in Honiton lace.
The following historical background applies equally to other laces as well. ↓
Lace from the 18th century was characterized by intricate handwork and strong symbolic significance within aristocratic society, and was technically very advanced.
In the 19th century, the Industrial Revolution led to the emergence of machine-made lace, and simpler designs suitable for mass production became more common. Floral and leaf patterns remained popular, but decoration became even more elaborate, and as the variety of lace types and styles expanded, lace also became more widespread among ordinary people, with its uses broadening as well.
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Honiton lace currently available in the shop ↓
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