Madame Goubaud's pillow lace patterns, and instructions in Honiton lace making

"Madame Goubaud's Pillow Lace Patterns, and Instructions in Honiton Lace Making" by Madame Adolphe Goubaud is a detailed, hands-on manual designed to teach readers the delicate art of Honiton lace making. It acts as a guide for needlework enthusiasts, especially those keen on mastering lace making, by offering detailed patterns and techniques for creating complex lace designs. The book starts with a rundown of essential lace making tools like pillows, bobbins, and threads, and then progresses to different methods and designs, showcasing braid work, nature-inspired shapes like butterflies and roses, and special stitches like the Honiton lace stitch. Packed with illustrations to help the reader understand elaborate processes of lace making, the author stresses the need for precision and accuracy in producing lace work in order to get stunning results, positioning it as a helpful resource for both new and experienced lace makers eager to gain expertise in the detailed craft of Honiton lace.