Pillow Lace (Noun)
Meaning
A handmade lace worked on a pillow with threads wound on bobbins; the pattern is marked out on the pillow by pins.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The artisan carefully worked the intricate pillow lace on the velvet pillow, using a dozen bobbins to create the delicate floral pattern.
- The antique pillow lace on the museum exhibit was a stunning example of 18th-century craftsmanship, with every thread and pin meticulously placed.
- She spent hours working on the pillow lace, patiently winding the threads on the bobbins and adjusting the pins to create the perfect design.
- The pillow lace was a family heirloom, passed down through generations of women who had worked on it with love and dedication.
- The delicate pillow lace adorned the edges of the antique handkerchief, a testament to the skill and patience of the lace maker.