If your wardrobe has a piece of Irish lace, then most likely it's your favorite thing on a hot summer day. Light cotton yarn made of Irish lace is absolutely "weightless" and not hot, even if it has a dark color. The pattern-grid allows air to circulate freely, which is so necessary in the summer.
History of Irish Lace
Despite the "tricky" interlacing, knitting such a lace refers to simple techniques (it is impossible to even compare with the laborious technique of knitting, for example, Venetian lace). It is for this reason that knitting of Irish lace has gained such popularity: men, women, old men and children knit. The fact is that the terrible famine and epidemics that swept Ireland in 1845-1849 led to the extinction of the population to 70%. In search of additional earnings, whole families engaged in knitting lace, which was very popular in Europe.
Irish lace is impossible to confuse, because they consist of details: leaves, flowers, butterflies and other fragments are tied separately, and then combined into a single canvas. The secret of the manufacture of each family was anxiously guarded.
The demand for Irish lace then appeared, then disappeared altogether. But modern fashion brought him back into his ranks, making him a worthy attribute of a ladies' costume. By the way, in 2004, the bride of Prince Denmark, appeared at the wedding in a veil, which was made of Irish lace, waiting for this day a hundred years.
Irish lace in clothes
The designers of today use the motives of Irish lace very actively. It can be, as whole items of a wardrobe , and separate details. A modern version of lace has various geometric elements in combination with classic floral motifs.
In the current fashion, the use of Irish lace or some of its motifs in models of women's clothing is considered stylish. Terrific looking evening dresses and details of the evening toilet, made on this principle. It is incredibly fashionable to wear a monophonic dress, and on top of it - a cloak or a cover from Irish lace (for example, a purple or white dress and black lace).
If you decide to make a wedding in a vintage style , then the best solution for the bride's dresses will be a white or cream colored product from Irish lace. It can be ordered by the needlewoman and your dress will become unique, as it will be the only one in the world. However, you can learn this technique yourself, if there is a desire and time.
Well, for the holiday season, pay attention to the beach outfit from the Irish lace worn over the swimsuit. Very erotic!
Clothes «Irish lace» - care
Such clothes require special care, after all it is a pity if the favorite thing will lose its shape and attractive appearance:
- Wash clothes from Irish lace only by hand!
- Dry the product by placing it on a horizontal surface.
- To iron it is necessary from the wrong side, it is better through a damp cloth.
Do not worry, if your favorite thing after washing is slightly "seated." This shortage will disappear itself in the process of socks.
And remember that clothes with motifs "Irish lace" can look modern and in the style of "retro." All depends on the chosen style.
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