While my Bedfordshire was resting, I started reading Malmesbury Lace by Joan Blanchard. After the history section, I turned to the patterns & my eyes nearly popped out. Pattern #1 is called Flemish Centre Braid & several years ago, I purchased vintage lace that is similar. At the time, I couldn't understand why someone would make so many yards of ultrafine 5/16" ivory lace. Apparently narrow Malmesbury lace was used to join wider pieces of lace or for joining two pieces of fabric. Not that I own Malmesbury lace, but it's certainly an interesting explanation for the form. I've re-posted a pic to Arachne Flickr for comparison to the pattern. Sincerely, Susan Hottle, FL, USA
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