From April 09, 2025 to April 11, 2025
Needlepoint lace. Recognition, study and cataloguing
The basic course is designed for historians, curators, artists, collectors, and enthusiasts, and is available in Italian, English, French, and German. The course lasts six days and covers all types of needlepoint lace exploring their technical, historical, and stylistic characteristics.

In-person course

course length: 21 hours | from 9 am to 1pm, from 2pm to 5pm

total cost: € 360,00

The course is provided in: Italian, English, French and German language.

The methodology of the course "Analysis of Needlepoint and Machine Lace" offers an individualized journey of personal discovery, supported by targeted lists that cover all aspects of lace. 

During the course, students have access to authentic antique lace, which they can study, analyze, and photograph, creating their own archive. The aspects of preservation and possible alterations to lace pieces are also examined. Additionally, students learn to use microscopes for in-depth analysis of fibers, twists, and interlacings. From the outset, participants complete detailed analytical records of each item. The course foundation is a technical and historical manuscript, accompanied by an international vocabulary.

The course will teach recognition of various needle lace techniques, lace-making from picage to joining;

mixed-technique laces: needle and bobbin, hosiery frame/loom, horizontal and vertical knits; Rachel, tulle, bobbinet, Cornely, Bonnaz, Leaver, Barmen, hand- operated embroidery machine, Schiffli, Multihead machines; perforated, cut and chemical lace; lace fabrics, Nottingham curtain lace frame; other techniques: filet, macramé, tatting, crotchet etc.

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How to enroll for Needlepoint lace. Recognition, study and cataloguing

You can book now this course. The course will take place once it has reached the required amount of particpiants. Book now and you will be notified soon!
1. Send the application form
Please fill out the registration form and send it back to us via email to didat@fondazionelisio.org.
2. Pay the deposit
After sending the enrollment form, you can choose to pay the deposit or directly the whole fee, using the same email address.
€70,00
taxes incl.