Brenda said "I've always understood that the wheatears (pointed tallies) in Bedfordshire lace is the fertility symbol"
That seems most probable as the corn dollies, made (traditionally) from the last sheaf of corn to be cut, were a fertility symbol to ensure a good harvest the following year. So whether the fertility symbolism of the lace handkerchief is literally to wish the bride fertility, or whether it's to wish her prosperity in all she does is open to interpretation. Jacquie in Lincolnshire - To unsubscribe send email to [email protected] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [email protected]. For help, write to [email protected]. Photo site: http://community.webshots.com/user/arachne2003
