Lacy Lilac fingerless mitts
Tricot Treats by Helen Dey£22.00
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“Handmade accessories inspired by vintage fashion”
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In normal pre - covid times I loved to visit haberdashery shops and sought them out wherever I went. I looked for unusual, vintage buttons, pieces of lace or ribbon and I sometimes use these in my work. Alas, many of those small shops and haberdashery departments in bigger stores, have closed along with some lovely local yarn shops.
I have a passion for lace and, although I can't make it, I have visited Lace museums in Brussels, Antwerp and Bruges and the wonderful Cite Dentelles in Calais which I highly recommend as a fascinating museum. I have tried my hand at lacy knit and crochet stitches, they are absorbing to work on and I love the delicacy. Recently I've become absorbed by chunky cable stitches and panels .
16th and 17th century portraits are inspirational, I find it fascinating that the embellishment of garments was so intricate, just so for men as for women, obviously these were for the richer clients but the work that went into them, often done for little reward, was phenomenal.
I work in my studio by the sea, I take a lot of time over my knits and they are all one-offs. I use the best quality yarns that I can practically use. I know that some people cannot tolerate wool and therefore I also use some acrylic and bamboo yarns.
Please take a look and thank you for looking if you do.
Reviewed by Emily
Sweetheart tags have been beautifully made. Lovely colours. Very happy with my purchase. Thankyou
Reviewed by Rhona
Elegant knitted collar made with a rich sumptuous wool. I wear it with polo necks and use it as collar on my coat. Very nice indeed. Item arrived very quickly in post. Thanks.
Reviewed by TinyGreenStudio
Thank you! I love the colours and it's such a beautiful weight too. Perfect to keep me warm on my outdoor adventures!
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