Border of Needle Lace

Two techniques are combined in this band. Reticella (bottom half) is early lace with geometrical motifs. Punto in aria, literally ‘stitch in air’, is a freer technique. The motifs are airier and looser.

Border of Needle Lace

Two techniques are combined in this band. Reticella (bottom half) is early lace with geometrical motifs. Punto in aria, literally ‘stitch in air’, is a freer technique. The motifs are airier and looser.