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Lace originated in the late 15th century and is made of yarn or thread in an open pattern. There are two main types: needle lace and bobbin lace. Honiton, England became well known for its lace production. In the 16th century, Italian lace making spread to Honiton, where experienced cloth workers lived with access to necessary materials. The lace took the name "Honiton lace" and was intricate yet delicate, featuring nature motifs. Though initially an expensive commodity, Honiton lace production declined but
- Author
- Pham Hong Nhung
- Language
- EN