For those interested in local crafts beyond lace, Burano is known for its hand-painted ceramics. Small shops dotting the island offer a variety of these colourful pieces, which make for a perfect ...

The main categories of handmade lace are needle lace, bobbin lace and decorated nets. Needle lace is created by making looped or knotted variations on the buttonhole stitch with a threaded needle on ...

Burano is an island known for its pastel houses and lace-making, while Murano is world famous for it’s glass making. In fact, Murano glass is famous around the world for its unparalleled quality ...

Are you looking to add an Italian flair to your home decor? Perugia textiles and Burano lace make the perfect souvenir. They both have a long history in Italy and represent the regions they originate ...

The laces made in Belgium during World War One are an important part of the lace holdings of the Division of Home and Community Life’s Textile Collection in the Smithsonian’s National Museum of ...

Because of this, lace making was suitable for remote areas of the country that had little industry and limited employment opportunities. Lacemaking gave women the opportunity to help support their ...

Gino begins his trip in the magical city of Venice, where he explores the waterways and gets a lesson in lace making. Skip to main content Gino's Italian Escape : Season 6 Episode 1 ...

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