Dear All, Whilst the topic of Devon lace is described by some as being complicated, I have, with the help of Carol MacFadzean of the Devon Lace Teachers Group, compiled a list that could be of help to the casual reader.The information has also cleared up the story of the Honiton stage coach origin of the term âHoniton Laceâ
Detailed information of Devon Laces can be found on Carols web page⦠http://www.devonlaceteachers.co.uk/devon-laces.html [Laces Made in Devon and their History] Firstly let us clear up the various interpretations of what âHoniton Laceâ is. Honiton lace is not a generic term for all the 7 Devon Laces, but for the style of lace made at Honiton and all over the region, including the major players such as Woodbury, Ottery St Mary, Sidmouth/Sidbury, Exmouth, Beer etc. The lace made in these villages/towns is known as Honiton lace. The Exeter lace, that has appeared in my previous lists, is a style invented by Mrs Treadwin, but is within the Honiton lace area; it is not a style on its own account. This still leaves my list with Devon being the source of seven identifiable varieties of lace, these being: Branscombe Point, Devon Trolly, Honiton lace, Devonia, ColytonChromatic, Woodbury Greek and Kerswell lace. I Hope this clarifies matters and warns you that a non lace maker is not to be trusted with his interpretations of "lace Matters"!! smile. Phew, I hope I have got it right this time! Happy Christmas and New Year (Gotta new (well old) car so I am a happy "Vegemite") See your local Australian for and interpretation of this term "Happy Vegemite" ps Marmite is best! For sure I will lose my Citizenship for that PS! -- Brian. (Who lives in Awabakal Country) Cooranbong. Australia - To unsubscribe send email to [email protected] containing the line: unsubscribe lace [email protected]. For help, write to [email protected]. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
