Carrickmacross lace is created from an applique of fine muslin cutwork on a machine net ground. Originating in Carrickmacross, Ireland in the early 19th century. Applique (or appliqué) is a technique in which pieces of fabric are sewn onto a foundation piece of fabric to create designs. ... Carrickmacross (Carraig Mhachaire Rois in Irish), locally known as Carrick, is a town in County Monaghan, Ireland. ... Alternative meaning: Nineteenth Century (periodical) (18th century — 19th century — 20th century — more centuries) As a means of recording the passage of time, the 19th century was that century which lasted from 1801-1900 in the sense of the Gregorian calendar. ...
Originally crochetedlace was not regarded as true lace.
Crocheting was considered easy and less time consuming, but otherwise clearly inferior surrogate for "true" Lace such as bobbinlace, needlelace or netting.
The laces is made by first made by attaching fine muslin to a net base, with the main part of design outlined in embroidery on both the muslin and net.
While many other styles of lace died out in the early 20th century, Carrickmacrosslace remained strong, primarily thanks to the St Louis Convent in the town whose pupils continue to be taught the craft right to the present time.
Lace as made in a workshop at the convent, at first Irish Crochetlace, but later the fine needlepoint lace that became associated with the area.
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