Introducing my Antique French Lace Inserts. A vintage bobbin lace appliqué, square-shaped, handmade in linen in the early part of the 20th century in the traditional bobbin lace-making region of Le Puy-en-Velay, Haute-Loire, France, ensuring authenticity and superior quality.

Crafted exclusively for the Italian market, these rare and unique bobbin lace inserts will infuse your projects with a sense of nostalgia and sophistication. Each lace appliqué carries the story of a time when artistry and attention to detail were highly regarded. Whether you're an experienced artisan or a sewing enthusiast, these vintage treasures are set to become a defining element in your creative expression.

At Bobbins&Needles, I take pride in sourcing and curating the best quality materials for my customers. I am confident that it will exceed your expectations. So why settle for mass-produced lace when you can have a one-of-a-kind piece that adds character and charm to your creations?

Specifications:

The listing is for one piece, you can choose from the following dimensions:

    Dimensions: 20 cm = 7.89 in
                           15 cm = 5.9 in
                           12 cm = 4.72 in
                           8 cm = 3.14 in
                           7 cm = 2.75 in
                           6 cm = 2.36 in
                           5 cm = 1.96 in
                           4.5 cm = 1.77 in
    Color: ecru
    Conditions: the lace is in perfect condition and never been used, with some light tea storage spots from age and antique.
    Care Instructions: before use, delicately hand wash or soak in mild soap, rinse, and towel dry. Allow it to air dry. Iron afterward if needed.

The rulers in the pictures are in Centimeters.

Additional information:

All orders are sent with tracking using the services of Correos (the Spanish postal service). Additionally, I offer combined shipping, allowing you to pay a single shipping cost for multiple items in one package. Automatically, after you add more than one different item to your cart, only one shipping cost will be charged.

Before placing a big order, please contact me so I can customize it.

Please note that all our laces and linens are sold as found, unwashed and unused, they have been stored for many years so if any cleaning or ironing is needed, it will be left to the buyer. Before use, gently hand wash or soak in soft soap, rinsed and towel dried (no wringing!!) and let to air dry. The ancient folk wisdom says that it is better to spread the fabrics on a meadow and let the dew and the moon naturally whiten the fabric.

The color shades go from white to ecru and cream, and because the handmade lace was made by different women and threads, on some occasions the color of each roll from the same type differs slightly. They have been stored for many decades (almost a century), so it is possible that some of them may show dust or a light patina; this is precisely what gives them their unique, endearing charm. I try my best to show and describe any exceptional wear or damage.

Thank you for your interest that has kept you reading up to this point. Feel free to let me know if you have any further requests or if you'd like additional adjustments!