LEXIQUE quotes
Race quotes
Antique Vintage | The common definition is that something is 100 years old or older, but in my personal opinion, the trends changed drastically before and after the war, so that's where I make the distinction between antique and vintage. |
Needle stitch lace | Lace made with a single needle and thread. In the past, lace was made by drawing a design on parchment, then inserting a needle over it and working stitch by stitch. |
Bobbin lace | This lace is literally made by twisting thread by moving many small bobbins between many pins that are fixed to the design. |
Marine (Mekurin) | Bobbin lace was born in Mechelen, Belgium in the early 18th century. Its light and even transparent appearance made it popular as a summer lace at the time. There is also a similar lace called reel point. |
Bobbin lace originated in Valenciennes, France in the late 17th century. | |
Bobbin lace was created in Binche, Belgium in the late 17th century. Hexagonal mesh | |
Needle lace originated in northern Italy and was born in the early 16th century. In the 17th century, the Baroque period saw further developments in design and was popular among the nobility. | |
Bobbin lace from Milan, Italy, which began in the 16th century | |
Flemish |
Bobbin lace (Marinde and Brugge-Binche are examples of this type) originated in what is now Belgium, France, and parts of the Netherlands in the early 16th century. It spread in the 17th century, and women began making lace at home as a household chore to support their families. It was. |
Irish Crochet |
Crochet lace, modelled on Irish Venise lace, was made in the mid-19th century. It was also made within the home to support the family. |
Bobbin lace from East Devon, England, early 17th century. Originally, motifs were made individually and fitted to the mesh, but it was later possible to set the motifs directly into the mesh. | |
Carrickmacross |
Originating in Ireland around 1820, this unique technique makes use of applique and embroidery. |
Originating from the early 17th century, it can be made on a bobbin, needle, or a mix of the two, and was popular with aristocrats and royalty in the 18th and 19th centuries. (Pointe de Gâteaux and Brussels Duchess also belong to this category.) | |
Needle lace, often called the Queen of Lace, originated in Alençon, France in the 17th century. It became popular in the royal court during the reign of Louis XIV and spread further. Horsehair was used to make the picots stand up. | |
Needle lace originated in Argentan, Normandy, at about the same time as Alençon. Compared to Alençon, the motifs are flatter. | |
Application Angleterre | This type of lace originated in England and became popular in the 18th and 19th centuries. It is made by delicately appliqued intricate motifs (made with needles or bobbins) such as plant patterns onto a delicate net. |
Maltese lace | Bobbin lace is a traditional handicraft that was influenced by neighboring Italy and features Maltese crosses and floral motifs. It developed in the 17th and 18th centuries, but then declined for a time, before regaining popularity in the 19th century. did. |
Cornelia | From the mid-19th century, these large curtains, mainly made of delicate combed fabric, are embroidered with buttonhole stitches to create motifs of plants and flowing curves. They are typically French and are often made for large windows. |
Clothing quotes
Petit Puri (Pin Tuck) | Fine pleats |
raglan | Sleeveless design with no shoulder crest |
dolman | Generous sleeve width with tight fit at the wrist |
Manthangal | Partial belt sewn directly to the back of the waist |
Stand collar | A collar that literally stands up. It is often seen on antique blouses made with lace. |
Bonnet | It is common to wear it from behind and fasten the ribbon under your chin. (The origin of the word "car bonnet." I don't know which came first though.) |
Plastron | Breastplate (as in armor and fencing) - an accessory for decorating the neck or chest |
fichu | A triangular item popular in the 18th and 19th centuries, worn to cover the neck and shoulders. There are everyday versions for daytime use and more stylish versions for evening wear. The bandana-like item worn by monsieurs also has the same name. |
Lappet |
It has existed since the Middle Ages, and was used as a decoration to indicate social status. It then became a fashion item in the 18th and 19th centuries, worn on top of the head and hanging down to the side. It is one of the traditional and ethnic ornaments. |
aube,rochet.surplis | This is what the priest wears in the ceremonies of the aube church. On top of this, a gorgeously embroidered chasuble is layered and decorated with ornaments. Since the ceremony is attended by many people, depending on the length, it is made for those in the back and even children. Many religious motifs can be seen in the lace. |
Jabot | Gathered fabric decorating the chest area, flared lace decoration. In the 19th century, this was also widely used for men's wear. |
Textile quotes
Muslin | The word originates from a plain weave fabric made of extremely fine threads that was woven in the capital of Mesopotamia. In the 18th century, it spread to Europe and became so popular that delicate embroidery replaced lace. |
Comb |
A term used in contrast to carded yarn, this is cotton yarn that has had the short fibers removed to produce a smoother yarn. |
chiffon | A thin, sheer plain weave fabric woven with fine, delicate threads. |
Drape Draping | A technique used in three-dimensional cutting. The fabric is placed directly on the garment and finished while checking the design, such as how the fabric falls and how it gathers. |
Damase Damask | A type of jacquard with a pattern on the surface, it was originally a patterned fabric with oriental flowers, butterflies, grapes, etc. It was developed in Damascus as a luxurious fabric woven with gold and silver threads, and then spread to Europe, hence the name. |
Accessories quotes
Enamel, enamel, cloisonne | |
Cut Steel | After originating in England, it spread throughout Europe. It was cut like a diamond and widely used in jewelry. |