Free Standing Lace (FSL)

These lace designs are embroidered on a backing which we then dissolve in water to leave a design which has sufficient structural integrity to hold together on it's own.

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Most multicoloured designs are 'one-sided' because the bobbin thread can't be matched to the changing front pattern, but single-colour items usually look fine from either side.  Put them on hangers as a window or tree ornament, or stitch them onto other work as an appliqué element.