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2. Gimp (thread) - Wikipedia

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   The term gimp with reference to lace refers to the thread that is used to outline the pattern. [1] [2] This thread is normally thicker than that used to make the lace. It gives definition and slightly raises the edge of the design. A gimp thread is used widely in many laces, with notable exceptions being Binche lace and Valenciennes lace. [2]

3. Embroidered lace - Wikipedia

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   Embroidered lace is embroidered on a base using a needle. The base varies according to the type. Many techniques use a net, either woven or knotted. The net varies: Woven fabric with threads removed to make a grid (Reticella, Buratto) Machine made hexagonal net (Limerick, Needlerun net, Tambour)

4. Embroidery hoops and frames - Wikipedia

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   Standing floor frames and lap frames allow the crafter to keep both hands free for working, which increases the speed and precision of work performed. [ 3 ] Some modern embroidery hoops, instead of having a tightening device, has a rubber band-style ring that fits over the fabric, and the smaller ring.

5. Drawn thread work - Wikipedia

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   Drawn thread work is one of the earliest forms of open work embroidery, and has been worked throughout Europe. Originally it was often used for ecclesiastical items and to ornament shrouds. [1] It is a form of counted-thread embroidery based on removing threads from the warp and/or the weft of a piece of even-weave fabric. The remaining threads ...

6. Cutwork - Wikipedia

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   Cutwork or cut work, also known as punto tagliato in Italian, is a needlework technique in which portions of a textile, typically cotton or linen, [1] are cut away and the resulting "hole" is reinforced and filled with embroidery or needle lace. Cutwork is related to drawn thread work. In drawn thread work, typically only the warp or weft ...

7. Armenian needlelace - Wikipedia

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   Armenian needlelace (also known as Bebilla, Nazareth Lace and Knotted Lace) is a pure form of needle lace made using only a needle, thread and pair of scissors. Various threads are used in embroidery: cotton, silk, wool (often colored), as well as beads, pearls, feathers, precious stones, gold threads, silver threads, coins, etc.